Building a new kitchen or renovating an existing space gives you the incredible opportunity to create a kitchen design that meets your high expectations in every way. Regardless of whether you intend to renovate your North York home’s kitchen to create an open floorplan or you want to design a chef’s kitchen for your new construction home, you want your new kitchen to be perfect. Therefore, it makes sense to ask a few important questions before you finalize your design plans.

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How Can I Maximize Storage Space?

Pots, pans, dishes, utensils, baking ingredients and more must all be stored in your kitchen. To properly organize your items, ample cabinet and drawer space must be available. A thoughtful kitchen design includes the right combination of drawers and cabinets for your specific needs. Because each homeowner has unique needs, the design for your kitchen will need to be customized to your specifications. In addition, organizational features may be used to further maximize the use of these areas. For example, utensil trays or a spice rack can be installed in the cabinetry as needed.

What Should I Consider When Choosing a Countertop Material?

Your concept of a beautiful custom kitchen may include a high-end countertop material, but there are multiple materials that may meet those needs. For example, Corian, granite and soapstone are a few of the higher-end materials that many homeowners prefer. Before you make your final decision, consider how easy the material is to clean and how practical it is for kitchen use. For example, granite will not burn or show cuts from using knives on the surface. However, it can deteriorate over time with exposure to acidic substances, such as lemon juice. Each material has special care and usage instructions that you should be aware of before you finalize your kitchen design plans.

What Are Some Essential Cabinetry Features?

Your custom kitchen should live up to your high expectations, and this includes with basic functions, such as opening and closing the cabinets and drawers. Consider investing in a soft-close feature for all of your cabinetry o buffer sounds in the home. Upgraded organizational features can also be installed in the cabinetry to improve your use of the space. You may even invest in interior lighting elements for your cabinetry, such as lights that automatically turn on and off as the drawers and cabinets open and close.

Is a Brushed or Polished Finish on Fixtures a Better Choice?

Choosing a finish for the fixtures in your custom kitchen may seem like it is purely aesthetic in nature, but this is not the case. Consider that a polished finish on knobs, pulls, faucets and more may show fingerprints and watermarks more easily than a brushed surface may. In addition to the finish, pay attention to the tone. For example, copper and brass may seem warmer, and stainless steel may have a brighter look that beautifully reflects light throughout the space. While you understandably need to focus on finding a finish that corresponds well with the style in your space and that is appealing to you, you also may want to select a finish that is easier to maintain.

If you’re ready to upgrade your kitchen, Alair Homes North York is here to help. Contact us to discuss your project and get started on creating the kitchen of your dreams.