5 KITCHEN DESIGN TIPS

Designing your kitchen can change your entire view of your house. It's even satisfying and therapeutic for some. Even just freshening it up, adding some decorations, changing the paint, or even a renovation. From choosing kitchen wall paint colors to detailing. When you style your kitchen you are putting your own stamp to it. It adds personality to the area making it your masterpiece and the heart of your home. Make your kitchen as safe and family-friendly as possible. Plan ahead of time and prepare. Here are some of the tips or advice I have gathered when designing your kitchen.

1.) COLOR OF YOUR KITCHEN

Choosing the color of your kitchen can be time-consuming. There are so many shades to choose from and you can't decide right away. When choosing the color of your kitchen, make sure it's neutral yet beautiful. A quick tip, colors like gray and white is more attractive than the dark ones. It gives a beautiful glow in your kitchen and it has a warm feel for the kitchen environment. Also, consider your favorite colors. After all, it should make you happy every time you enter. Don't forget the colors of your cabinets, counterparts, tables, chairs, etc.. Match the colors if it suits. 

2.) DOORWAYS AND WALKWAYS

Let's start with the door. When installing doors, remember that it should not interfere with any kitchen appliances. Keep appliances away from corners. Lack of clearance can cause damage to both appliances and door. That's one of the reasons why for some houses, they don't put doors in their kitchens, just an open entrance. The major areas in your kitchen like your sink, stove, and refrigerator should have a maximum distance from each other. We always move constantly between these areas especially when we cook. We might carry something hot like a boiling pot of water. This is to avoid any kitchen accidents too. 

3.) STORAGES

You should have enough and space for the storage. Choose deep drawers and cabinets. Organize your pantry by following a "first-in, first-out" rule. This means, foods with the soonest best before dates will be placed at the front and items with the furthest dates at the back. Also, put the newest boxes and containers behind what's already open. Remember it is where our food is located. Cabinets for your knives, spoon, for, and all other kitchen tools should have dividers and deep enough that a child can not grab. Spices and dry foods should be kept close to the preparation area. Be as creative as you can when designing for storages of things you always use and seldom use. Make the most of narrow spaces.

4.) COUNTERPARTS

The counterparts are one of the most expensive parts when you are planning a renovation or starting to build your kitchen. And probably they are the ones that are going to last. There are countless options when choosing the material from concrete, marble to wood. Choose a surface that’s easy to work on and care for. There is a standard height for counterparts but you should also consider elevating it higher than the usual if you are taller. 

5.) MAKE KITCHEN MULTIFUNCTIONAL

In our modern world, the kitchen is not just a place for cooking. It has become the center attraction of the home. It is often a place where we can relax and enjoy our coffee, or even entertain friends while enjoying good food. You can even have a meeting in your kitchen over wine. A place where we can bond with our family while mom's teaching us our first ever dish. Make the eating area as cozy and warm as possible. Choose a piece of furniture that can serve many needs. For example, a dining table that can double as a workspace. Combine education and leisure by adding books to some shelves or even magazines beside a space where you enjoy your coffee. Grow-your-own herbs in your kitchen near the windows. Consider beautiful lightings too. Our kitchen requires the right balance of lighting for us to have a wonderful vibe and will make our daily tasks effortless.