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Before you can start a kitchen remodel, you need to have a firm grasp of what you're shooting for, not only in terms of specific countertop and cabinet installations but your new kitchen's design and layout. You may want to retain the layout of your old kitchen or you want to reorganize the three main kitchen stations (oven, sink, and refrigerator), also known as the kitchen triangle. Knowing what you want in your general layout, specific fixtures and installations, and a decorating theme are all critical in enabling the kitchen remodel to go off without a hitch. Kitchen Planning and Design Kitchen planning is important, whether you're talking about layout or decorating ideas. Kitchens can be U-shaped, L-shaped, or a galley. Galleys can be one wall or two wall galleys. Each shape has distinct advantages and disadvantages involving cooking convenience, foot traffic, and storage space. Unless you're undertaking a major kitchen remodel, you're probably locked into your kitchen shape. Even if you're thinking about a major overhaul, the kitchen spaces tend to point toward a limited number of options. Square kitchens spaces lend themselves to U-shaped and L-shaped kitchens. Longer, narrower spaces usually mean galley. Large kitchens lead to island kitchens. Kitchen décor and kitchen planning is usually a combination between the existing decorating themes in the home and what your tastes are. Don't install a bunch of metal appliances, counters, and walls if you live in a country style home. Still, replacing the floral wallpaper from the 60s or 70s is a good kitchen design idea regardless of the look in the rest of your home. Make a list to create effective kitchen planning. Include large ideas for your kitchen layout and specific ideas for decoration and storage. Each item in your list should be priced and figured within the confines of a predetermined budget. |
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