A Smart Guide For Buying a New Kitchen

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Are you thinking of saying goodbye to your dated and dull kitchen, so that a more modular and smarter one can become your cooking haven? Then let us assure you that it’s a great idea which needs some amount of planning and consideration before you go ahead. A new kitchen can look very snazzy, equipped with sleek cabinets, modish appliances and trendy fixtures. But it can be quite expensive too. But a rational approach can help you save on the costs and still have everything you want for your dream kitchen. Especially a kitchen planner or interior architect will be able to guide you in a detailed manner as to how to go about such a project. But for simplicity’s sake, here are some basic tips you need to remember for the hassle-free purchase of a new kitchen.

Consider the space

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Take account of the amount of space available for a new kitchen, before anything else. It is best to go for an open-plan approach nowadays, since it allows you to interact with guests easily even while you are cooking up a storm. Consult a kitchen planner who can show you how the new kitchen you are planning to buy will look in 3 dimensions or create one using free online software. Decide if you want your kitchen to be near a window, so that the chef can enjoy the view outside. Considering the working triangle or the space between the cook top, the fridge and the sink is also important. The triangle should be a free-flowing affair with no obstruction in the way like a table or island. Take a cue from this gorgeous kitchen created by the interior designers and decorators at NSI Design Ltd.

Pick a style

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Depending on your taste, needs and budget, you can go for a kitchen that is minimalistic, country style, rustic, Scandinavian, vintage or others. Decide on the finishes you want, and try sticking to sober and neutral hues which never go out of fashion. But if you are keen on introducing a vibrant or quirky touch like this kitchen, pick chairs or crockery in bold hues like green, red, orange and so on. Addition of potted greens can also lend a lively feel to the kitchen.

Sufficient worktop space

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Culinary chores include washing, prepping, cooking, plating and much more. And all of this requires adequate worktop space, which can be a premium in I-shaped or L-shaped kitchens. So try bringing in a kitchen island or breakfast bar if the available space allows you to do so. Or you can even add a small trolley with foldout bench to enhance your worktop space.

Choosing worktop material

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Granite or premium quality laminate are usually the conventional choices when it comes to zeroing in on the countertop. But try and avoid highly glossy or dark surfaces which though look very attractive, show scratch marks. A wooden countertop can be chosen instead and hardened and protected with tung oil. Wood will not only look cozy and charming, but is safe too. It will have to be regularly oiled though, particularly around the cook top and the sink.

Plan for drawers

The kitchen is one room which needs tons of storage space for crockery, cutlery, food, cookbooks, cleaning supplies, recycling bins and more. So make sure the new kitchen has lots of cabinets and soft drawers which can be opened and closed without making that irritating slamming noise.

Spare a thought for appliances

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Your new kitchen should definitely have all the appliances required for cooking in style. Built-in appliances are perfect for small kitchens, since they save on precious floor and counter area.  Make sure that your fridge is large enough, frost-free and energy efficient. Though most kitchens flaunt shiny chrome appliances for a chic and futuristic look, it’s also a great idea to try out retro-style ones for a more bright and peppy appearance.

So don’t let your dream kitchen remain a dream any more. Follow these tips and get professional advice before you get started. Here’s another ideabook that might inspire you further - 5 Brilliant Black and White Kitchens.

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