Over the years the Westport CT kitchen has undergone many transformations. Older home’s typically feature a small closed in space with very little light. Today, the trend is completely different. With more open floor plans and stainless steel appliances, kitchens have become the central show piece for most homes. From daily meal preparation to entertaining, your kitchen is often the place to be. Isn’t it time to turn your outdated kitchen into a place you love and treasure?
Here are some remodeling tips that can transform kitchen into a place you love.
1) Stainless Steele Appliances & Stone Counter Tops
High end finishes bring an elegant look into the kitchen plus raise the value of your home. Kitchens today are all about stainless steel appliances, plenty of lighting options like under mount LEDs, pendant lighting for islands, breakfast bars and above the kitchen sink. Now for your counter tops – solid stone counter tops like granite, quartz, marble and even concrete are also a must have for todays kitchens. When it comes to your floors, it is still a mixture between wood and some kind of tile. But the key thing here is, just make sure it is a clean crisp look that shows a separation from one room to another.
So when it comes to updating your kitchen make sure you take all of these factors into consideration.
2) Eco-Friendly, Go Green & Re-Usable Materials
Eco-friendly kitchen items, accessories, and even built-in elements are readily available today. From recycled or reclaimed lumber for cabinets, flooring, and even furniture. Barnwood tables are one of the most requested items for todays homeowner. Also switching to low power lighting like LEDs can help in your green initiative.
If you live in NY like Westchester or Putnam County or even in Connecticut, consider upgrading your insulation in the kitchen as well. This will help reduce your energy consumption and lower your bills.
Not only will “Eco-Friendly” choices enhance your home, they can even help the value of your home.
3) Maximize The Space In Your Kitchen
If you have a small kitchen and can’t add square footage, consider maximizing space any way you can. Closed in and cramped work areas and limited counter space surely make using your kitchen day in and day out a hassle.
Consider open shelving, super-small kitchens can benefit from floating or open shelves. Typically free of hardware and heavy structure – open shelving provides a clean and contemporary look. It encourages the eye to continue all the way to the wall, allowing the space to appear bigger.
Keep the color simple – use one neutral hue for the entire space – the cabinets, hardware, appliances, floor coverings. This creates the appearance of a fluid and balanced space that allows the eye to continue to move around the entire space.
Finally, De-clutter your counters as well by putting away as many unused appliances as possible and make use of your under counter space as much as possible.
4). Upgrade Your Kitchen Floor
Linoleum and vinyl flooring is a thing of the past. The trend today is on hardwood floors and natural stone tile, such as marble, travertine or slate. Also think about having a radiant floor installed. This is especially important for homes that have a garage located under the main floor where insulation is key. Radiant flooring may lower your energy bills by keeping your kitchen warm throughout the winter at a fraction of the cost.
5) Seek Professional Help From A Design/Buld Firm
Finally, think about getting professional help. Probably the easiest solution is to work with a design and build firm. This “one stop shop” combines all the creative direction you need along with providing you with skilled craftsmen who can turn your dream kitchen into a reality.
Are you searching for a New York based kitchen remodeling company in Westchester or Putnam County? Or are a company that does work in Fairfield, Connecticut?
Consider getting a free in-home consultation from Remodeling Consultants, a design-build firm located in Mamaroneck, NY. With more than 50 years experience, this family-owned and operated business has completed thousands of home improvement projects in Westchester and Fairfield counties.
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