The essential first step to any kitchen renovation

February 26, 2014

 It is crucial for you to know what your goal is in renovating your kitchen. It will help you define what you need to do. It will also set you on the path toward the right decisions you will need to make to improve, alter, transform or simply update your kitchen.

The process will be long. It can be convoluted. You can simplify it right from the start by being clear in your methods and approach. Right now, you need to define two things: the reason for your make over - the Goal, and what you plan to do. Storage Space List the items you have to conceal things from sight.  Consider the different types of storage space you have.   Look at their location. Are they convenient? Are they accessible? Do they reflect your lifestyle? Are they sufficient? Do they suit your decor? Lighting What type of lighting do you have? Is it glaring or too dim? Are there sufficient light sources in the kitchen? Do they address the requirements of all the activities taking place? Eating Area Do you eat in the kitchen? Where do you eat? Does dining  in the kitchen impede any other activity? Counter Space or counter tops   How much do you have? Where is it? Do you like the style or look? Is the surface practical? Garbage/Recycling Bins Is there space in your kitchen for the different types of garbage? Do you need to sort? If so is there room to do so? Traffic Flow or Traffic Jam? Is your kitchen space crowded? Does the traffic flow into  your work space - the kitchen triangle? Is there a gridlockat meal and/or snack times? Do you feel nothing is getting done as efficiently or effectively as it could? Cabinets                        What type do you have? Are there enough? Where are they located? Are they, practical and functional? Are they  decorative? You need to note any problems you see in the design, the materials, the layout and the style. You should consider all aspects and components of your kitchen. You should look at their functionality. Do they fulfill their purpose? Do they do so without problems? Only after you consider the practical aspects should you consider their look or style. 3.  MAKING INFORMED CHOICES When you go through your kitchen, you will note what you like. Consider retaining these features. You will also see what you want to change. As you list your kitchen's characteristics, both the positives and negatives will become obvious. It will quickly become apparent what works and what does not. Your next step is to consider the overall picture. To do so, you need to ask yourself several questions. Looking at your kitchen's assets, consider: »    What is the function of the kitchen? »    What is the current style of the kitchen? »    What do you do there besides cook? »    What type of cooking and other activities occur in the kitchen? »    What is the position of the kitchen in your household? After you have the answers to these questions, you can go on to list what you want from your fantasy kitchen. This combines both your goals with your desires and dreams. This process will temper your fantasy kitchenand a successful kitchen renovation. It will add a touch of realism. A little planning for your kitchen renovation will go along way. It is like booking your family holiday a little planning will go a long way to meeting everyones goals. Have a great week.   Talk soon.....

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