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
one year. The difference in used energy is such that a new refrigerator uses up to 15
percent less energy than non-Energy Star models. Other appliances that help save
space in your yearly budget include natural gas ovens or ranges with an automatic,
electric ignition system. These styles save gas by not having the continual burn of the
pilot light. For efficiency regarding your dishwasher, many models have an internal
heating system that enables you to conserve water heating. The EnergyGuide label
will estimate how much power is needed for the year for you to heat the water in
your dishwasher. Exploring the amount of money and energy you can save will
reduce the cost of your redesign in the long run and make more space in your budget
for a kitchen where you’ll want to eat, stay and love.
PET AMENITIES
Four-Legged Luxury
A rising trend for homebuilders is pet amenities and a residential paradise built
for man’s best friend. From step-in wash stations featuring handheld sprayers and
designated drying area, to rooms dedicated to your dog or cat, pet considerations
are one of the latest elements in home design. Your pet is a part of your family and
pet-friendly design can accommodate up to 170 square feet of your home. For some
homeowners this designated space for a pet can also be shared space in the mud,
laundry or utility rooms. Using space as a goal from the kitchen redo, creating space
in the laundry room for your pet can be easily attained by purchasing a stacked
washer and dryer unit.
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