It’s worth spending some time studying your existing kitchen, to determine whether the problem is simply that it needs a new coat of paint and maybe some other minor changes, or whether the kitchen itself has major design flaws. Kitchens should be designed so that all the major work areas are close together. These include the sink, stove and preparation areas. Is your food storage cupboard close to the preparation bench? How about the fridge? If your whole kitchen is badly designed and a nuisance to cook in, then you may be better off starting again from scratch.
But if you’re going to remodel the whole kitchen, you need to be very careful with your budget. It’s also worth looking to see if you can recycle some of the existing elements. Maybe the stove is in good condition; it just needs to be moved. Cupboards can be reused, perhaps with new doors, but rearranged to be more convenient. Don’t get caught up in the excitement of having a completely new kitchen, unless you’re prepared substantial amounts of money.
Perhaps you don’t have enough bench space for food Kitchen Remodeling Los Angeles preparation. Rather than replacing the whole kitchen, how about installing an island bench, even a movable one that you can wheel in and out when it’s needed? If the cupboards look dated, it’s amazing how much difference a new set of handles can make. Perhaps add a coat of paint, or even go as far as replacing the cupboard doors, and your kitchen can look completely different.
Remodeling your kitchen is a great way to add value to your home, because many homebuyers will choose their new home based on whether or not they like the kitchen. Having said that, though, it’s important not to spend too much. Try to limit your remodeling budget to around 15% of the home’s value; otherwise you’re spending more than you probably should.