List of essentials when designing your kitchen

27th August 2020

Essentials to remember when designing your kitchen

Installing a new kitchen in an old property means putting in some preparation work early on as well as some careful planning and thought.

These days kitchens are viewed by most of us as the most important room in the house — the heart of the home. However, it has not always been this way, which means that if you are renovating an unloved period property, chances are the kitchen will need some work as well.The most common route when designing a new kitchen is to obtain a kitchen design from the supplier you have chosen. They will come up with several designs for you to look at, based on the dimensions of your space and your individual needs.Alternatively, you might ask your architects or designer to come up with a plan for you. Otherwise, it is a case of coming up with your own design and taking this to a supplier who will then provide you with a quote.In terms of coming up with a brief, start with the basics:

Every kitchen needs a cooker, fridge freezer and sink. Start with these items, and add other features around them.
Look at what you already have — are there any interesting architectural details that could be incorporated into your new design, such as old beams or alcoves?
Adequate kitchen storage space is a must. Base your storage needs on the size of your household, how much kitchen equipment you own, and how and where to store your food

You will also need to take into account what activities will take place here other than cooking:

Will you be using your kitchen only as a room in which to store, prepare and cook food, or would you like it to double up as a room in which you can sit and eat too?
Will this also be an entertaining space?
Would you be satisfied with a breakfast bar or island unit with stools, or would a full-size table for family gatherings be better?

Assess the dimensions of the room and then make a wish-list — in order of priority.

Once you have made a basics list and a wish list, have a consultation meeting with your chosen kitchen designer. Make sure to note down any questions you might have and ask them to further explain the things that you might not understand.

Most kitchen designers will ask to book a site visit, make sure your kitchen designers visit you at your home and are fully aware of all the design and architectural details you have in mind.

If you are looking to remodel your kitchen, make an appointment with the Cast by The London Joinery Co. team today, our team are on hand to advise on kitchen design and will happily assist with further decorative and design ideas you might have.

Call us on 0207 223 5834 or request a consultation.

Reference: Homebuilding & Renovating

Essentials to remember when designing your kitchen

Essentials to remember when designing your kitchen

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