If you’re looking to freshen up your home, the kitchen is one of the most vital areas to start with. The kitchen remodeling process is all about collaboration between you and a team of expert designers and remodeling professionals. We’ll guide you through the process of kitchen remodeling so you know exactly what to expect for your home renovation.
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At Signature Kitchens, we believe your home should be a reflection of what inspires you. The design of your home, from the foyer to the guest bathroom, should be inspired by what you want.
The kitchen isn’t just the center of your home, it’s a combination of form and function. While friends and family gather together in this space and make memories, its design should delight and serve its purpose as the heart (and hearth) of your home. Our team will work with you to create a seamless, captivating kitchen design that reflects your personality, makes the most out of your space and is totally unique.
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What to Consider for Your Kitchen Remodeling
When you’re considering a total kitchen remodeling, you’re making a big commitment. You have a lot of questions to think about, especially before you settle on a particular design firm or remodeling company. Your budget, ideal layout, current kitchen design and needs all factor into what your new kitchen will look like.
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What do you want out of your kitchen?
Are you looking to cook every night in your kitchen? Are you an avid baker? Do you enjoy entertaining friends and family? All of these questions can help inform the overall design of your new kitchen. Knowing what you want to use it for can answer a lot of questions about its look and feel.
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What’s your existing kitchen layout?
If you have a galley kitchen or a larger space to work with, it’s important to note that your dream kitchen will still have to exist in that space. If you live in an older home especially, your current space may dictate the design of your new kitchen.
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What appliances do you want?
The kinds of appliances you want for your new kitchen can inform its design and your budget. If you’re a coffee aficionado and want the latest espresso machine or want a built-in wine chiller to store your rare wines, that can all factor into the final layout and budget.
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What’s your ideal budget?
Your dream kitchen can certainly be a reality, but with that comes deciding on your budget! Some kitchen remodeling companies may only work in a specific price range or with a narrow budget, so having a range in mind can help you in the search for the perfect kitchen remodeling.
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The early days of your remodeling project may involve a lot of choices and conversations about what you want in your dream kitchen. Having an experienced design and remodeling team working with you can make the entire process go smoothly.
The Most Important Elements of Kitchen Remodeling
Your kitchen isn’t just a stove, a refrigerator and a countertop. It’s a space that you use every day. Whether you’re gathering with family or entertaining friends, your kitchen is a place where everyone comes together. Updating your kitchen and remodeling it to suit your taste, style and personality can be as simple as new countertops or a complete remodel from floor to ceiling.
Cabinets
Kitchen cabinet design is one of the first things people notice about the space. From inset to flat-panel, cabinetry can set the mood and look of your home’s kitchen. Trends in kitchen cabinet design may come and go, but creating a seamless look for your kitchen is something that we excel in at Signature Kitchens.
When you envision your dream kitchen, you may have a specific style or look you want for your cabinets. Whether you want Shaker-style cabinets for a polished, classic look or are looking for a more contemporary feel with flat panel cabinetry, we can help you achieve it. We pay attention to every detail, from the wood species of your cabinet to adding decorative hardware so your cabinets stand out.
Open Shelf Concepts
The open shelf concept is a new look for kitchens. Instead of cabinets with doors and hinges, shelving units are used instead. These open shelves can show off some of your favorite stemware, dinnerware and cooking equipment! Open shelf concepts are a great way to showcase your kitchen’s personality, as opposed to hiding it behind cabinet doors. This departure from traditional cabinetry can be a statement for your entire kitchen, making it unique and inviting for guests.
Kitchen Islands
An island can give your kitchen a focal point as well as be a practical addition for your prep work and cooking. Kitchen islands can be fully functional with water and electricity built into them or just have drawers and cabinets to maximize your storage space.
If you’re looking for a space that can be for both cooking and eating, a kitchen island can serve both purposes. Kitchen islands themselves are versatile and can be customized to your needs, preferences and tastes.
Countertops
Like cabinets, countertops are an important part of your kitchen. They’re also one of the most exciting parts to remodel since there are so many customization options to chose from! Granite, quartz, marble, ceramic and more — each kind of countertop can offer a different aesthetic and feel to your kitchen.
There are pros and cons to each kind of material for your countertops. Depending on your budget and your needs, you may prefer one material over the other. Durability, heat resistance and price point can all be huge factors in deciding what kind of countertop will best match your design and your budget.
Appliances
Your appliances are the beating heart of your kitchen. After all, it’s hard to cook without a stove or refrigerator. But you’re not just limited to the timeless combination of refrigerator, stove and dishwasher for your kitchen appliances. In fact, there are tons of gadgets and smart appliances that you can add to your kitchen for unmatched convenience.
At Signature Kitchens, we carry top-of-the-line luxury appliance brands like Sub-Zero, Wolf and Bosch. From professional ranges, grills and cooktops to refrigerators and dishwashers, we can add a touch of luxury to your kitchen. You’ll feel like a professional chef in your own home!
Coffee Nooks and Appliance Garage
If you love your morning coffee or can’t live without your espresso, a coffee nook and appliance garage are just what you’ve been looking for. A built-in coffee maker in your kitchen can make every morning feel like a trip to your local coffee shop. At Signature Kitchens, our team can install espresso makers and coffeemakers right into your cabinets so you can get your coffee fix whenever you need it.
If open shelf concepts aren’t your thing, appliance garages can hide smaller appliances like toasters, blenders and standalone coffee makers behind a cabinet and keep your counter space neat and tidy. They’re a great addition to keep your smaller appliances out of sight and your space decluttered. If these sound like additions you’d want in your dream kitchen, our team can create a custom kitchen design to accommodate them.
Get a ConsultationBring Your Dream Kitchen to Life
Working with our expert design consultants is a unique collaboration. We’ll take the time to listen so we fully understand your custom kitchen design dreams, your desires and your tastes. What we learn will then guide us in designing and building the luxury kitchen of your dreams.
Breakfast Nooks
As the most important meal of the day, it’s only natural breakfast deserves its own space in any kitchen. A breakfast nook is a cozy addition to your kitchen for casual dining. A breakfast nook itself can be built into your kitchen’s wall with banquettes or benches. These small dining spaces can complete or complement your kitchen’s design while also adding space for you and your family to gather.
A breakfast nook can follow form and function, being both stylish and useful for everyday dining. No matter what design you’re looking for, our kitchen remodeling team can help integrate a breakfast nook into your kitchen and create a layout that’s seamless and versatile for your needs.
Lighting
Light fixtures illuminate a space but can also add ambiance and atmosphere to any room. The kitchen is no exception! Recessed lighting, pendant lights and even cabinet lighting can all add to your kitchen’s look and feel.
While there are a lot of choices out there for lighting, you can narrow down what you’d like based on the mood you’d want to project in your kitchen. Recessed lighting is unobtrusive but bright for areas that require it, like countertops for preparing a meal. Pendants lights can be statement pieces and perfect over a kitchen island or to add flair to a breakfast nook. And if you ever want to display your dinnerware, adding custom lighting to your cabinets can show off fine china and stemware. You can even get creative and add a dry bar to your kitchen with specialty lighting!
Flooring
Laminate, hardwood, tile — you have so many choices when it comes to flooring! Your kitchen is mostly like one of the areas in your home with the highest traffic, so you want a floor that can stand up to years of daily wear and tear.
While laminate flooring is durable and can offer the look of hardwood, you can’t refinish it. However, hardwood flooring will need to be maintained and refinished over the years to keep it looking bright and avoid the look of scuffing and tracks. These scuffs and tracks can come from years of pulling chairs in and out at the dinner table and other daily activities. While tile flooring can also be an excellent choice for kitchen floors, it can be expensive to remove if you’d ever like to put in new flooring.
Our kitchen remodeling team and designers will help you choose the right design and layout for your space based on your needs and budget. No matter what you choose, you’ll have a kitchen that reflects your taste and style.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Considering your next kitchen remodeling project? Here are some of the most common questions and their answers.
Q: What type of remodeling company should I hire?
Q: What type of remodeling company should I hire?
A: There are two basic types of kitchen remodelers: a one-stop-shop, or a specialist. A one-stop-shop can be appealing however, companies that try to be all things to all people and do everything, are usually great at a few areas and mediocre at the rest. We are specialists, we focus on kitchen design, cabinetry and appliances. We believe a team of experts is best!
Q: What is the average cost of kitchen remodeling?
Q: What is the average cost of kitchen remodeling?
A: We created an entire post How Much Does A Kitchen Remodel Cost to address that very question because there are so many factors that go into it. So the real answer is it depends; it depends on the scope of your project, the size of your kitchen and the quality of the product you want. Generally, there are 3 basic levels of kitchen remodel (which we go into more detail in the post) and they on average cost $22,000 for basic; $65,000 for a mid-range remodel and $127,000 for a high-end remodel. For more context, read the full post.
Q: How long does it take to remodel a kitchen?
Q: How long does it take to remodel a kitchen?
A: Longer than you’re probably thinking! We deal with a high-end product and a high level of design and the added detail does take longer. In the design phase, it can take anywhere from a month to a year depending on how quickly you decide on key determining factors. Manufacturing of custom cabinets takes anywhere from 7-10 weeks alone and then installation can take 4-6 weeks depending on the size of the kitchen. All told, a luxury kitchen remodel can take anywhere from 4 to 6 months.
Q: How much should I budget for a kitchen remodel?
Q: How much should I budget for a kitchen remodel?
A: Your budget will depend on a number of factors but a general rule of thumb is to estimate 12% – 15% of the value of your home for a kitchen remodel. If you’ve got a $500,000 home then a reasonable budget would be somewhere between $60k – $75k.Â
Q: What is the most expensive part of a kitchen remodel?
Q: What is the most expensive part of a kitchen remodel?
A: Cabinets tend to be the most expensive part of a kitchen remodeling project. The materials can play a big part in their cost.
Q: In what order do you remodel a kitchen?
Q: In what order do you remodel a kitchen?
A: There can be a lot of steps to remodeling your kitchen. But generally, you should start with any structural construction work like removing walls. If you’re getting new flooring that would go in next followed by cabinetry, countertops and the backsplash. The last step is installation of appliances.Â
Q: Can I install my own cabinets?
Q: Can I install my own cabinets?
A: Yes, but we don’t recommend it even if you have a background in construction and you think you’re handy. The level of design and quality of the product we have can’t be installed by even the most seasoned cabinet installers. Sadly, most people opt for this route thinking they’ll save a lot of money – but in the end, end up paying more – when you consider the cost of wasted materials and having to re-order a few cabinets.
Conclusion
Your kitchen can be the heart and soul of your home. The kitchen is where people gather, share meals and make memories. Your home’s kitchen should reflect you and your personality, just like any other space in your home. You don’t have to compromise on that vision, either!
At Signature Kitchens, our goal is to provide you with your dream kitchen. Our team of designers will create a layout and design that captures your personality and tastes and will captivate your friends and guests. Whether you’re looking for new cabinets or a complete makeover, we can help. Get started with us today and request a consultation!