BUDGET TIP
For homeowners who want to
make budget-wise choices Morrell
suggests “keeping accessories
simple” while keeping functionality
in mind. Designs free of trims,
moulding, and columns may be
more budget-friendly as can
choosing some finishes over others.
“Take the time to pull it all together.
Focus on the planning work,” Morrell
advises. “It will be one of the bigger
investments in your home.”
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CREATE THE perfect
kitchen
Are you planning a kitchen renovation? Don’t know where to start? Here are six
things to consider before you start your kitchen renovation.
Text J. Lynn Fraser
1. INVEST TIME IN CHOOSING A
RENOVATOR
Look for a firm that has expertise in kitchen
renovations, can provide references and has
interior designers and craftspeople on staff.
2. COMMUNICATION IS KEY
Ensure that your renovator understands how
the kitchen will be used. Will it be a social
hub for a busy family, or a place for quiet
meals?
3. REACH FOR QUALITY
Cabinets will be one of the most important
investments in your kitchen. When choosing
cabinets, Kevin Morrell of Sutcliffe Kitchens
suggests investing in high quality cabinetry
with a timeless design like Shaker style doors
that will last through years of wear and tear
without going out of style.
4. MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICE
Kitchens, for most families, are a heavy
use area. It is imp