How to Plan Your Kitchen Renovation: 5 Tips You Need
The kitchen is the heart of the home and is one of the most used rooms. However, renovating your kitchen will make it more user-friendly and ensure it works for your family. I’ve compiled the must-know tips you’ll need to plan your kitchen renovation.
It’s probably no surprise to learn that kitchens are the most popular part of the house to be renovated, with around half of all homeowners embarking on this type of project in 2022, with an average cost of around £6,800.
However, before you rush ahead with kitchen renovation plans, there are a few things you need to consider to avoid mistakes or poor decisions.
Key Takeaway:
- Function First: Focus on what your kitchen needs to do before how it looks.
- Innovative Layout: Efficiency is critical; design with the kitchen triangle in mind.
- Your Style: Pick a design that reflects your taste.
- Plan for Chaos: Renovations are disruptive; prepare accordingly.
- Quality Matters: Invest in durable materials for long-term satisfaction.
Know Your Priorities
It can be extremely tempting to get carried away picking the perfect units and getting combinations. However, before you take a deep dive into cabinetry and colours, you need to consider precisely what you want and need from the space before you do anything else. In a kitchen, you need function over beauty.
Do you cook a lot and need a bigger workspace to help you create delicious recipes? Do you need somewhere for the whole family to sit together in the kitchen or open shelving to store dinnerware or small appliances off the countertop?
Prioritise Layout
Your kitchen needs to flow, and how it flows depends on how you use the room and its location. This can be in relation to doorways and the rest of the house. You want to make movement around your kitchen easy and have nothing in the way of walkways and doorways.
Look at the placement of the three major areas of the kitchen your cooker, your sink and your refrigerator. The kitchen triangle, as it is often known, which is the space between these three places to increase efficiency and reduce unnecessary movement. This will make your life easier.
Choose Your Style
Next, you want to look at the style and aesthetics of your kitchen and how you want it to look. Are you considering Shaker Kitchens, a more modern style or farmhouse look for your kitchen? What colours are you going to use?
How you design your kitchen and the colours you use are entirely up to you. As long as you have prioritised layout, flow, and functionality, you can create a beautifully styled kitchen that meets all your needs and is a place you can enjoy for many years.
Understand The Disruption
Even minor renovations will cause some disruption, and honestly, you can never overestimate how disruptive having no kitchen can be in your life. You will need to look at how you can live during this time, whether you can remain at home and realistically accommodate all of your kitchen appliances and essentials in other homerooms for the duration of the completed rock.
From start to finish, the average kitchen renovation can take from 6 to 8 weeks; however, this can vary greatly depending on the size of the kitchen and the scope of the work, especially if you’re having anything else done, i.e. an extension to accommodate a more oversized kitchen.
Invest in Quality Materials
When planning your kitchen renovation, don’t compromise on the quality of materials. Choosing high-quality materials for your countertops, cabinets, and flooring isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about durability and longevity.
Materials like quartz for countertops and solid wood for cabinets may have a higher upfront cost. Still, they’re more resistant to wear and tear, ensuring your kitchen remains beautiful and functional for years. Opt for materials that are easy to maintain and clean, reducing long-term care expenses. Investing in quality materials pays off by enhancing your kitchen’s value and appeal.
Before You Go
I’m so excited for you to take the first steps to plan your kitchen renovation, and your dream kitchen awaits. Renovating your kitchen is a significant but rewarding undertaking. Follow these tips to ensure a smoother renovation: set clear priorities, optimise the layout, select a style that reflects your taste, prepare for the inevitable disruption, and invest in quality materials.
Plan your kitchen renovation with care and attention to detail to create a visually appealing space fully tailored to your family’s needs. Remember, a well-planned kitchen isn’t just an upgrade to your home; it’s an investment in your family’s lifestyle and happiness.
This is a collaborative article.
