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What are your biggest hints and tips for those looking to embark on a dream kitchen renovation project ?
Planning for any project is of course incredibly important , therefore when it comes to planning your dream kitchen you should consider the following :
• Research : When starting your kitchen design process , gathering ideas and inspiration is always the best place to start and often has the best outcome . Instagram and Pinterest are great platforms to find and save inspiring images , which should give you a better idea of how you imagine your kitchen to look .
• Planning : Visit your kitchen designer with your plans when you ’ ve had your planning permission accepted ( if applicable ). This should avoid the need to compromise on your design later on and your designer will be able to provide your builder with the kitchen drawings .
• Moodboards : When meeting with your designer , provide them with as much information about the space as possible , and also know what it is you want to achieve from the design . Pinterest inspiration boards will help you to visualise the overall mood you hope to achieve .
• Don ’ t forget lighting : When planning lighting for your kitchen , study the space and the natural light throughout the day . If the space is lacking in natural light , there are some lovely options for introducing light in the places you need it .
• Layout : When planning your layout think about functionalities and the time you spend in your kitchen / what you want to use the space for . Make sure the layout considers all of your needs and a space that is practical for everyone .
• Colour : When choosing colours , handles and tiles , go with your instinct and more importantly , choose something you love ! When choosing paint colours or wallpaper , paint big samples and test them on the wall ; you ’ ll be able to see how the colour changes through the day and you ’ ll get a feel for what you do and don ’ t like .
Above all , enjoy the creative process and focus on creating a space that makes you feel good , and that you ’ ll enjoy for a lifetime . Kitchens are for living in after all .
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