Saturday, April 19, 2014

Creating A Magnificent Kitchen With Bay Area Cabinets

By Anita Ortega


Food preparation in the kitchen can truly only be as good as the room is functional. Creating a magnificent kitchen with bay area cabinets and the right plan can turn anyone into a better chef. At the same time, the home will benefit from an increase in value. Below, discover what goes into the top and well-designed kitchen.

Start off by imagining a space. Look at different magazines, websites and even visit some showrooms. Understand the personal style and taste, as well as needs. An up-to-date kitchen is one that will make the space that much more functional and practical, using the latest in the industry to do so.

Then comes the plan. It is imperative to measure thoroughly the perimeter of the room while taking so many things into consideration. There has to be plenty of storage in order for this room to be beautiful and practical. There's nothing worse than cluttered counters that interfere with food preparation, and keep the room looking messy. Cluttered counters also make cleaning that much more difficult as every item must be lifted and moved aside to be wiped down.

This is the reason why much of the design plans must focus on storage. Modern-day kitchens require so much storage because of the numerous items that are housed within them. There are prepackaged foods in cans, boxes, plastic wrapping, and so on which need to be put away. In addition to that, there are the numerous kitchen gadgets and a small electrical appliances that help us prepare foods quickly. As such, maximizing storage space is the key to creating a fabulous kitchen.

Storage solutions of all kinds exist today that never did in the past. Before, it was all about straightforward shelves, and possibly a lazy Susan. Today, it's all about pullout trays and shelves that avoid people from having to dive into their cupboards. This way, it makes no difference if important items that are often used in the kitchen are placed in the front or in the back of a cabinet.

Imagine never having to reach into the depths of a cabinet to find a plastic lid. However, in order for this to happen, a good plan has to be in place. A good designer will consider the lifestyle and needs of an individual owner before finalizing plans. He or she will find every little nook and cranny to be useful so that small electrical appliances and gadgets can be tucked away.

Next comes the layout. Decide on whether it could be a complete gut or a simple renovation with updating in mind. A complete gutting of the rooms enables for the relocation of the major components of the kitchen, meaning the sink, stove, and fridge. These should be in a triangle formation to reduce the amount of walking, and making things within reach for faster and easier food preparation.

Understanding kitchen design is crucial to creating a spectacular layout. Far too many people redesign these rooms on their own without enough experience and end up with less than favorable results. For example, many will create a kitchen along one wall, which is a huge mistake. Corner cabinets add lots of storage space. Others consider using open shelves, which are beautiful, but not for everyone, nor for every kitchen.

With so many finishes and materials to choose from, it can be overwhelming for some consumers. To simplify matters, choose finishes and materials according to lifestyle. Avoid highly polished materials that increase maintenance requirements.




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