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Kitchen and bathroom renovations require
an in-depth discussion to determine the specific
needs and desires of the client. Before any
design work can begin, a few questions must be
answered:
• What are your likes and dislikes of the space?
• What elements are you keeping?
• What is your budget?
• What is your style?
• Want to keep or change the existing layout?
Depending on your answers to these
questions, your designer will begin to make
recommendations for the floor plans, materials
and products to consider. As with any design
project, it is exciting to begin shopping for the
materials such as cabinets and appliances.
Those items are important, but getting the
actual floor plan determined is truly the best
place to start.
THE SPACE PLAN
A kitchen remodel encompasses many
components, so it can be helpful to have a
kitchen designer look over your space before
you begin. Sometimes an in-home design
consultation is worth gaining professional
insight and suggestions that can save money
and time down the road.
Getting the best visual of your renovated
space should be a priority. Kitchen designers
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and interior designers now have amazing
technology to recreate a 3-D rendering of the
room and even virtual walkthroughs! Having
a detailed visual representation of the final
product can give you peace of mind and a better
understanding of the project details. I find that
it is also incredibly helpful to the subcontractors
on the job as well. Everyone responds better to a
visual room rendering than just a blueprint floor
plan. These types of design plans keep everyone
headed toward the same goal.
HOW TO BEGIN
Gaining an understanding of the existing
space is extremely important. Taking out
walls or moving plumbing may or may not
be possible. Remodeling kitchens with a slab
foundation is very challenging and must be
carefully planned and executed since it is not
as easy to move plumbing fixtures. Knowing
the structural integrity of your home is also
key; so many clients request an open floor plan
and desire the removal of walls, but supporting
walls must be identified before any plan is
considered. Construction of larger openings to
adjacent rooms can involve the installation of
new support beams or framing which can add
considerable cost to your project.
Here are some of the key elements that are
commonly associated with kitchen remodeling:
• New Cabinetry and Hardware
• New Countertops and Backsplash
• New Appliances
• New Plumbing Fixtures
• Overhead and Under Cabinet Lighting
• Furnishings and Accessories
Cabinetry Options. Now is the time to start
perusing magazines and online images to
determine the style and look of kitchen you want.
There are so many options for colors and styles
of cabinetry these days. Do you like a clean look
with white shaker cabinets or something more
traditional with more detail and stained wood?
The construction of the cabinets you order
should also be a consideration. Manufacturers
classify cabinets into 2 categories: Framed and
Frameless.
Framed Construction. American cabinet
makers have traditionally built cabinets using
a “framed” construction. In this type of cabinet
construction, the rails and stiles form a “frame”
at the front of the cabinet box. This frame is
attached to the cabinet box. The cabinet doors
are secured to this frame, which gives the
cabinet strength and sturdiness. Door hinges are
attached to this frame and interior shelving are
usually adjustable. Within the “framed” category,
you can select from partial, full overlay, or inset
door styles, providing many design possibilities
for creating a customized look for your kitchen
or bathroom.
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