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KITCHEN REMODEL
A kitchen needs to work with you and
your family’s lifestyle. Here are some
things to consider before starting a kitchen
renovation.
DO YOUR RESEARCH. Visit kitchen
showrooms and start getting an idea of
the different styles of kitchens and their
differing costs. Start collecting images
of kitchens you love from interior design
magazines or websites.
SET A REALISTIC BUDGET on what
you can afford based on your needs
and lifestyle. Are you a budding chef, an
entertainer or does the thought of cooking
send you into a panic? Once you have a
budget in mind, add another 10 – 20% on
top of that for unplanned expenses.
HIRE A PRO. You may want to consider
hiring a kitchen designer that will manage
the renovation and construction phase
especially if structural changes will be
made. Furthermore, a designer will help
you choose your finishes so your kitchen
will have a cohesive look.
PRACTICAL AND FUNCTIONAL. The
kitchen layout is one of the most important
factors to consider in the designing stage.
Whenever possible, try to make use of
the classic work triangle which is the
most convenient layout because it saves
unnecessary steps. This means arranging
the sink, r