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Remodeling your kitchen is not only a wise investment in your home it can make preparing meals and socializing in your kitchen easier and more enjoyable. Kitchens today are the lifeblood of a home and serve as a gathering area, homework station, eating place and more. When you are planning the layout and design of your kitchen remodel, keep these top five elements in mind so you can be sure to be pleased with your remodeled kitchen.
Work Triangle
The work triangle in a kitchen refers to the area of the refrigerator, stove, and sink. Generally, the closer these three items are, the more efficiently you can work in a kitchen. When redesigning the layout of your kitchen keep this element in mind. Nowadays, the triangle may need to be expanded to include the wall oven or microwave, depending on how you work in your kitchen. Close spacing of the items you use most in your kitchen will make it easier for you to prepare and clean up after meals.
Pantries
Pantries are all the rage right now as a means of storing food items and kitchen necessities. Pantries can feature shelving, baskets, racks and more. Having a pantry out of the main traffic flow of the kitchen will keep people from bumping into each other. If your kitchen is small consider using area from a hallway to create a pantry, or a pull-out pantry that can be installed in a very small space.
Space
Remodeling your kitchen is all about using space more efficiently. Take a hard look at where your kitchen is lacking now. Perhaps you can install 42" cabinets instead of your 36" cabinets to gain an extra shelf all the way around. You may have room to extend your cabinets at an end. Look at using pull-out shelving to better organize the space you do have. Hanging pot racks are another viable option to store cook ware within arm’s reach.
Appliances.
When selecting your new appliances for your kitchen remodel, keep in mind new features that will help you be more efficient. Dishwashers with drawers can let you do smaller loads or wash your fine glassware separately from dirty dishes. This will eliminate the need to "pre-wash" your dishes. Microwaves and wall ovens that feature convection modes will allow you to cook meals much faster than conventional stoves. New electric cook tops are on the market that can boil water within 90 seconds. Also look for Energy Star rated appliances to save you money on utility bills and help the environment.
Children
If you have children, consider their needs when remodeling your kitchen. Having a bar area with stools for them to eat snacks and breakfast will allow them to be in easy sight as you perform other tasks. Installing a microwave drawer in the lower cabinets will enable them to make popcorn for themselves, saving you time to do other things.
These five elements will help you design the kitchen that is right for your and your family. Chances are, these efficient design components will appeal to most families when it is time for you to sell. Until that time comes however, your new kitchen will be a more welcoming place for you and your family to prepare and enjoy meals.
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