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Create a perfect kitchen with these tips and ideas!
Setting up the perfect kitchen can be trickier than we think. It is so because a good kitchen is more than what meets the eye. Whether you are going in for a modern kitchen or a traditional one, it requires careful and practical planning to make sure that not only is it a beautiful kitchen but also a highly functional one. Be it any type of kitchen, there are a few things which should be kept in mind while designing a kitchen which you would enjoy working in and which also matches your taste in décor. Having a kitchen with a good flow is one of the most essential aspects of a perfect kitchen.
Here are some tips and ideas you can take into consideration while revamping your old kitchen or while setting up a new one:
Positioning is everything
While planning out the layout of a kitchen it is important that you place inter related fittings and appliances next to each other to make accessibility easy and smooth, without having to run from one side of the kitchen to the other side and functioning in a haphazard way. For example, the dishwasher should be right next to the dishware or thee flatware or the cupboard with cereal or bowls in it should be next to the breakfast bar or the kitchen island (in case you plan on having one).
Another example of this is that if you plan on cooking on your kitchen island then also have a prep sink on the island to cut out the hassle of carrying hot pans all the way to the main sink. This helps the cook enjoy cooking and also reduces the chances of any accidents in the kitchen.
Open Floor Plan for more space
Merging your kitchen with another room in your houses such as the dining room or living room creates the perfect family-friendly space. You can easily keep an eye on your children while you’re cooking, and an open floor plan is also great for entertainment purposes.
Make sure the spacing in the kitchen is sufficient
There should be at least a 1-meter broad path throughout the kitchen and the width of the path should be about 1.5 meters in the cooking area. This ensures that there is no clutter in the kitchen when there is more than just one person in there.
The extra spacing around the cooking areas allows people to move around freely without disturbing the cook and still being able to do their own thing in the kitchen. This also ensures that kids don’t catch panhandles while running around and they can easily access the fridge for snacks, fruits, etc.
Avoid putting things in the corner
Things and appliances with doors should be placed carefully and should be given enough space for their doors to open freely without banging anywhere else and colliding with other fittings in the kitchen; the direction of opening of the doors should also be taken into consideration. For this, avoid fitting things with doors in the corners as the doors are likely to bang into the wall each time you open the door.
Traditional Designs for Kitchen
A traditional style kitchen is suitable, comfortable for all age groups, and always in style. Whether this is your first house or you’ve had it for the last 50 years, effective traditional kitchen designs will make your space comforting and cozy.
1. Natural materials:
Make sure to avoid colorful or glossy materials when designing a traditional area. Instead, go for brick, wood, or marble for cabinets, accents, and countertops.
2. Outdoor-inspired patterns:
Traditional style offers outdoor elements into an indoor area, so incorporate fruit-based, floral, and nature scene patterns in your kitchen. Mix these creative patterns with stripes to soften the look.
3. Unique hardware:
Search for fixtures and hardware with details and shapes to install in your traditional kitchen. This will surely add texture and definition to your space. Make sure to avoid streamlined or straight pieces.
4. Bold accents:
Color is regarded as the most crucial feature in any kitchen design. Go for a warm neutral base color for the walls, and add bold colorful accents. Incorporate pops of green, blue, orange, red, and yellow around the area through furniture, cabinets, and accent pieces.
5. Wood:
Whether painted or plain, wood is a common material used in most kitchens. Stick to warm-hued wood floors and cabinets, and go for colorful wooden furniture pieces to accent the space.
Spacing on the counter tops
Just as the path spacing is intrinsic to a well-functioning kitchen, so is counter spacing. There should be enough space next to the cooktop, the sink, and the microwave/oven. At least 15 cm of space on either side of the stove is a must. Preferably, you need a 40-50 cm worktop to function smoothly in a home kitchen.
Counter tops with different heights can allow children to participate in activities like baking or helping out in cooking. In case you want to use the kitchen island as a breakfast bar along with cooking space, make sure there is enough spacing between the stove and area where people will sit and eat.
Storage
As obvious as its importance is, it’s not just about having enough storage space in your kitchen. It’s about what kind of storage you decide on to make sure you are using the available space in the most optimal manner. When it comes to storage, it is important to pay equal attention to both, the functionality of the item you’re using and also the look that it gives to the whole kitchen.
Even the smallest difference can make or break the deal. For example, if you go in for deep drawers for your pans, crockery and cutlery then it will easier for you to access them whenever you want, without having to literally kneel onto the ground every second day to locate those things in your regular floor cabinets.
Aesthetics
Last but not the least, make sure you give a personality to your kitchen just the way you want each room of the house to have its own personality.
1. Finishing
This includes the finishing of the floor, the counter top, the cabinets, and the walls. It could be glossy or it could be a matt finished look, according to your preferences and according to the setting of the rest of the kitchen. In addition, to offer some visible borders to the kitchen without blocking the views, go for a kitchen canopy. Also, a high ceiling in the kitchen can develop the perception of spaciousness.
2. Lighting
The lighting should be warm and welcoming while it is also bright enough for smooth cooking. Lighting is a very crucial aspect of setting up a mood or a particular aesthetics.
3. Color scheme
The colors you use should be light and bright in case the space is small but if your gifted with a bigger space, even darker color schemes go well with such settings. The correct color choice can really help you bring the required look to your kitchen.
How much are you willing to spend?
When going for that perfect kitchen design, this is one thing that you must keep in mind. You need to be prepared for such questions that a professional designer will ask you when you first meet with him.
How do you use your kitchen?
Lighting is always regarded as one of the most vital factors to consider when choosing paint shade for your wall. Natural daylight indicates the truest shade, so if you have huge, bright windows, your paint should turn out true to the swatch. But make sure that you are mindful of what time of day you tend to use each room if you’re only using a room at night, that great natural light of yours won’t have any impact. Bulbs tend to induce warm tones and yellows, and fluorescent lighting can create a sharp blue tone, so test your swatches with the lights in your house before you commit.
How to get ready for your kitchen design project?
You must be ready for the disruption that will be caused by your upcoming kitchen design project. But with strategic planning, you can easily make the project run as smoothly and as rapidly as possible. You need to make sure that the kitchen design project area and the living area are separate for safety reasons and to stay out of the way of the contractors and his workers.
For convenience, it would be best to set up a temporary kitchen in another room of the house.
Looking to revamp your kitchen? You should definitely visit us at Floma. One stop place giving you the best tips and tricks one should follow while indulging in interior design. No matter what your needs are, how small your budget is or how big your house is, we have everything you need in one place! You can check out the portfolio photos of multiple interior designers and then chose the one who suits your needs the best. On Floma, you can find verified and certified professionals all over the country and the best part is that we can hire them for free. Visit us to find out for yourself, visit us at Floma today.
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