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Four Kitchen Remodel Myths

Avoid these four common misconceptions and start your kitchen remodel with a focus on functionality and design that reflects your personal aesthetic and lifestyle.

Myth #1: You Don’t Need to Have a Goal in Mind

Don't believe the myth that a goal for your kitchen refresh is unnecessary. All projects should have a goal, and a kitchen remodel is no exception to this rule. Your goal should go beyond just having an updated space. Consider whether or not resale value is important to you, and think about how you actually use your kitchen. Is this your forever kitchen? If that’s the case, focus on making it your own and having the kitchen design fit your tastes exactly, no matter how unique they may be.

Design for How You Cook

Do you cook large meals frequently? If not, maybe you don’t need that top-of-the-line range you’ve been eyeing that’s too large for your space anyway. On the other hand, if you’re a home chef, perhaps it’s time to consider adding a workstation sink and pot fillers to make cooking that much easier and streamlined.

Myth #2: You Shouldn’t Hire a Designer

A design professional can help you identify and work through some of the less obvious considerations that still have a big impact on functionality. For example, whether you’re right- or left-handed is something a design professional can account for in your kitchen layout.

 

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Myth #3: Style Is Your First Priority

It’s also a myth that functionality is less important than style. Ideally there should always be a balance between your kitchen’s design and how it supports your lifestyle, storage needs, and cooking habits. Whether we like it or not, life is messy and adequate storage space helps eliminate kitchen clutter. A good way to understand just how much storage space you need is to take stock of what you actually use in your kitchen, from food items to dishware and everything in between.

 

Myth #4: More Space Is Always Better


Finally, it’s a common misconception that the larger a kitchen is, the better it will be when it comes to functionality. While you definitely want and need space to move and work, a room’s functionality isn’t dictated by its size but by its layout and efficiencies.

Smart Planning Is Key

It’s important to think through your kitchen workflow, selecting sinks with multiple accessories and being mindful of the kitchen work triangle.