5 Ways to Make Your Dream Kitchen a Reality

dream kitchenSure, pinning pictures of your dream kitchen on Pinterest is fun for awhile, but don’t you want to eventually make it a reality?

Of course you do. Unfortunately, Pinterest pictures are only going to get you so far.

In order to make your dream kitchen come to life, you need to have a solid idea in your mind of exactly what you want it to look like.

Because, truth is, remodeling a kitchen is no cheap task. According to Home Advisor, Americans spend on average $21,637 to remodel their kitchens.

You certainly don’t want to be halfway through your remodeling project only to discover some cool aspect you wish you’d thought of before.

So, in order to make sure you’ve got all the best ideas, read this article discover 5 dream kitchen must-haves.

1. Island Time

If you’ve got the room, an island is a must-have item for every dream kitchen.

A kitchen island encompasses everything you could hope for in kitchenware: it’s functional, it’s great for storage, and it makes for a lovely display.

Think about how many junk drawers you have in your kitchen stuffed to the brim. Islands can help make your kitchen a clutter-free space, as they contain endless opportunities for storage.

Always had an issue figuring out where to store your recycling bins?

Underneath the kitchen island is a great space for keeping them out of the way.

Ever have huge dinner parties where everyone’s stumbling over each other while doing their prep work?

Movable kitchen islands are available so everyone can have their own space for prep work.

Not to mention, your kids are going to love the kitchen island- it’s a great space for getting homework done.

2. Pot Filler Faucet

From cooking to sweeping to doing dishes, a lot of hard work takes place in a kitchen.

Why not make your time in the kitchen a little easier by adding a pot faucet filler?

Lugging a heavy pot of water from the sink is no fun. A pot faucet filler is a great way to make your prep time a little easier.

3. Pullout Spice Cupboard

Everyone has a few secret spices for their favorite family recipes.

Having quick access to these spices is essential. And there’s no better way to do that than with a pullout spice cupboard that’s ground level.

Not only will you have quick access this way, but you’ll also have ample storage space so you never have to worry about going overboard with the spice purchases.

4. Open Shelving

Worried about overdoing it with the cupboards and cabinets?

Consider adding some open shelving above your stove. They’re a great way to keep your dream kitchen looking light and sleek.

5. Personal Touch

While functionality always seems to be the central issue when designing your kitchen, don’t forget to add some personal flair!

A great way to do this is by painting the insides of your cabinets or windows your favorite color.

Dream Kitchen Wrap Up

Now that you have some solid ideas for making your dream kitchen a reality, it’s time to get started!

Still feel like you could use some input on the design scheme? No worries, contact us today for some professional advice on your remodeling project!