"Family dinners, comfort zone, and coziness may all be found in the kitchen—a convivial space. Modern design improvements have made it possible for a kitchen to be both attractive and useful, establishing a balance of color, texture, and lighting that transforms the work-centered kitchen into a haven for relaxation." - Joey Castaneda, Architect
Consider this top list of kitchen planning pointers that may create a room that is convenient for working in and pleasant to live in.
1. CREATE A FINANCIAL GOAL
How would you do this? It takes so much time to plan a modification, may it be for an entire house, a bedroom, a toilet, not to mention a kitchen. Therefore, the key is to plan ahead. Ask yourself questions like these before hanging the first cabinet: What are my aims for the room? What is my spending limit? What essentials must I have? Planning is the most crucial piece of advice. You want to make sure you get every component correctly the first time because the kitchen is typically the most expensive and difficult area to design or modify.
Every kitchen and every family is different in its must-haves, so spend some time sketching your perfect space. In this instance, I would advise the owner to hire professionals like architects or interior designers. Planning is vital to ensure you can remain on budget and acquire everything you want, and figuring out whether you can achieve that ahead of time are the expertise of professional designers. They have the ability to do a good cost estimate based on the schematic plans and material selections.
These important items are mostly discussed between the designer and the owner to ensure the economy of the project are emphasized. Of course, they would include professional fee in the process, which is more practical, rather than randomly executing the renovation project and ending up in an unfinished project due to lack of budget.
2. MAKE A GOOD FLOOR PLAN
A crucial step in creating a kitchen floor plan with measurements that meet your square footage is selecting a layout. The layout of the room affects how you'll use it for everyday tasks like cooking and entertaining as well as how smoothly it flows. The amount of workability and convenience you want will determine the ideal plan based on the available area. The effectiveness of the work triangle is often determined by where it is situated in relation to the layout and size of the kitchen. The positions of the refrigerator, range or cooktop, and sink define the work triangle. The distances between these daily-used equipment are kept to a minimum by a compact triangle. Consider the work triangle that will function best while establishing the ideal kitchen layout for your home.
There are different types of kitchen layout to think about such as the L-shape, U-shape, Galley, Island, etc., or you may just simply stay with the existing layout you already have. Whichever way you go, it’s a good practice to consider these layouts when planning your new kitchen.
3. CREATE AN ACCESSIBLE AND SAFE KITCHEN AREA
Depending on the family member’s needs, people of all abilities should be welcomed, respected, and included in planning for kitchen renovations. People on whelchairs, strollers, and walkers may move around easily when countertop height is adjusted. If your kitchen was not originally intended to be accessible, remodeling is the ideal opportunity to do so.
Cooks who often prepare meals need more counter space, ideally between the range and sink, than those who rarely cook or just make basic meals. But do not only focus on space allocation; also take height into account. Baking is made simple by including two countertop heights (which is achievable even in a tiny area like this), and it allows youngsters to help with dinner preparation, of course with the close supervision of adults. In this instance, you ought to consider safety as well in the kitchen. Plan a place for knives. This makes it simple to find the appropriate knife for a task and prevents minors from accessing dangerous materials and tools. Knives should be held in place and the sharp blades are sheathed by recessed slots on a knife drawer.
4. CONSIDER LATEST TECHNOLOGY
Don't undervalue the importance of new equipment when it comes to transforming your kitchen from traditional to modern. Having a contemporary kitchen is crucial if you are upgrading. From installing smart taps in your kitchen to having a smart trash can, it is best to take advantage of the renovation to incorporate advanced technology. Try to add smart lights to your kitchen as well as “Alexa” or other smart home controllers. Let’s also include relevant electrical concerns: create a number of outlets on the island and along the backsplash so you may have power wherever you go. Ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) should be installed in older sockets, especially those next to water sources. You won't regret having numerous plugs—and USB sockets, too—with so many high-tech equipment being used simultaneously today.
You might think that this pointer seems to contradict with the first pointer in which I dealt with budget planning. However, in my previous blog entitled KITCHEN INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS FOR 2024, I said, “You might be worrying this option is expensive and belongs to the elites. The good news is that, not anymore. As technology advances, older versions are still in the market and eventually become more affordable. Keep searching and you will find one that might suit your budget.”
Newly renovated kitchens ought to be practical for you but your kitchen should operate like a well-oiled machine with the correct technology and this is the perfect time, not just for a kitchen facelift, but also for an internal upgrade. So, why not level-up now?
5. CHOOSE A SUITABLE ARCHITECTURAL STYLE
There are lots of different styles that can be applied in designing kitchens. However, we can categorize them into three main styles, from traditional, contemporary and modern. Then the sub-styles goes with all these categories such as Asian, Mediterranean, Tropical, Classical, Victorian, Farmhouse, Beach Style, etc. In addition, each of the three main categories represents their own costing level, from the cheapest traditional materials to the most expensive modern style option.
A. TRADITIONAL: A traditional kitchen has a pleasantly timeless aspect. The use of a variety of brilliant colors and classic design features produces a clean, cozy, and welcoming appearance that is charmingly ageless. Traditional kitchens frequently have natural wood or white paint, accents, and tiles or marble countertops for a crisp contrast that adds aesthetic appeal and a sparkling liveliness. The use of paneled or glass cabinet doors, as well as personally necessary features like matching backsplashes, polished hardwood flooring, and glossy countertops, all contribute to the enduring charm of the design.
B. CONTEMPORARY: A contemporary kitchen varies from a traditional kitchen in that it often takes a more creative and minimalist approach. Traditional kitchens use traditional design components interspersed with occasionally elaborate details for a more conventional and familiar look, while contemporary kitchens frequently lack ornamentation and excessive detail. The emphasis is usually on the complementing interaction between materials, textures, and colors, as well as creative combinations. There are times that contemporary design is being misinterpreted as modern, but there is a subtle distinction between the two. The difference is that modern style originated sometime as an era in the past where elegance was the trend. But that era only lasted a certain period while contemporary style stays until the present. Some contemporary designers subtly blends traditional or modern style attributes. However, modern style is still a favorite choice today, especially if the homeowner can spend much for the luxurious materials. Perhaps that's the reason why it's quite difficult to distinguish between the two styles. 
C. MODERN: A modern kitchen represents sensual appeal and sleek refinement. Clutter and ornamentation are kept to a basic minimum, similar to contemporary style. Pops of color are used to draw attention to the exquisite, naked expanses of polished countertop and to highlight the use of premium materials and craftsmanship. The absence of countertop decoration enables kitchen users to fully appreciate the beauty and caliber of the objects that define and make up the kitchen's fundamental aesthetic.
Modern kitchens are known for their high-quality materials, which frequently incorporate exotic materials that are luxurious to the touch and eye. Yes, the modern kitchen is oozing with luxury; both traditional and contemporary components are consistently of excellent quality, often of straightforward construction, with clean lines and classic forms for enduring elegance and upscale feel.
6. CLEANING CONCERNS
What else should you think about when redesigning a kitchen? Upkeep. Cleaning can be simplified with careful design choices. For instance, spills that pass through wire shelves on refrigerator shelves will be caught by glass shelves; glossy coatings tend to reveal dirt more than matte ones do; countertop cleaning is made simpler by undermount sinks, giving your kitchen a lovely, streamlined, and modern appearance, to effortlessly wipe any water or food waste into the sink basin, these sinks do not require a rim or lip put on top of your counter.
This is pretty straight forward advice: Before making a purchase, consider how the materials and equipment for your kitchen makeover will affect cleaning and tidying up.
7. SUSTAINABILITY OPTIONS
You want to enjoy your kitchen for many years to come, but designing a sustainable environment involves more than just timeless design decisions. Purchase durable cookware, employ energy-saving appliances, and spend money on concealable recycling and compost bins. Reusable containers, bags, and paper can all be kept in one kitchen cabinet. Investigate environmentally friendly colors, and buy floor mats made entirely of recycled material.
FINAL THOUGHTS
The kitchen is the center of any home, as is well known. Kitchens are now more than simply places to cook; they are gathering places for families, places to stimulate creativity, and places to create memories. Kitchens are not only the place where food is prepared and served to our cherished family members and guests, but they are also practical, functional, and intensely intimate spaces. So whenever you decide to plan a renovation, try to consider the above pointers for you to ponder on.
Joey Castaneda
Architect
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