High-End Kitchen Remodel: Popular Appliances, Lighting, and More

When it comes time to remodel their home, most homeowners opt for the kitchen first. It makes sense: remodeling the kitchen will give them the biggest return on investment should they decide to sell the house. And high end kitchen remodeling does exactly that, but those preparing to undertake a high end kitchen remodel should consider all of their options so they receive the best job possible.

Before I talk about what is popular with these types of protections, I want to emphasize that the most important thing for any homeowner is to have drawings and plans ready to go. The reason is that you and your contractor don’t want to design it once the kitchen is trashed. Our company and many others use 3D renderings to design what the final job will look like, and this is a great tool for any remodel.

cabinets and appliances

• Factory finished furniture or cabinetry is very popular right now, unlike anything that is finished on site. Once the product is received, all you have to do is install it and voila!
• For those who like to do a bit of baking, you’ll find a built-in double oven to be the best cooking solution. These come in a variety of combinations such as two standard, standard and microwave ovens and more.
• Many today like their refrigerator to be flush with the countertops. However, this will add additional expenses. If you want a counter-depth refrigerator, expect to pay an additional $500 to $2,500 due to the need for the special compressor system to accommodate the counter depth.
• When looking at color options, remember to opt for combinations that provide contrast.

Turning on

• LED recessed lights, thanks to their energy efficiency, are being used in many kitchens in the country. You can expect to initially add $30 to $50 per light for the bulbs, but they’ll soon pay back on the energy they save.
• Accent lighting is also popular. This type of lighting goes under or over the cabinets, giving the kitchen another nice lighting effect.
• Under-counter lighting is also important for homeowners, and options range from xenon, fluorescent, LED, puck, and more. Some undercounter lights will require a transformer to be installed, so be sure to check out all of your options.

Countertops, sinks and backsplashes

• Homeowners are looking for countertops that are maintenance free. Because of this, many opt for quartz countertops as they are maintenance free and durable.
• For sinks, many choose to install an Insta Hot, which provides the user with instant hot water.
• Pot fillers, faucets on the stove for filling containers for boiled water, are popular because they make it easier to boil water.

No matter what you choose, make sure the end result is something you can be happy with. The kitchen is yours, so turn it into something that speaks to you and yours.