Additionally, if your windows aren’t providing ample natural light
and if they’re not generating enough air flow when opened, removing
them to make space for more cabinetry might be the best option to
find space when you need it the most.
Planning for a spacious kitchen means concentrating on your main
functional areas including cooking, baking, prep areas, refrigeration
and dishwashing. Before your redesign of the physical space, plan for
savings, too. Look for the Energy Star label when you’re shopping
for appliances such as refrigerators. The EnergyGuide label on new
models will explain the amount of electricity a refrigerator uses in
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