A Modern Kitchen in 60 Seconds
Outdated kitchens can really affect the feel of a home, and cause problems when trying to create meals for the modern family. These issues are usually due to the inefficient and cramped floor plan of many old kitchens. Instead of just adding new countertops and refurnishing the cabinets to remodel your space, a video from AskTheBuilder.com gives you some tips on how to make an old kitchen new with a limited budget and time frame.
The first step is to find way to open-up the space, such as making the appliances, floors and ceilings a light color. This will give the impression of a larger space.
Deciding which walls to get rid of and which openings to close or open are all important tools for creating space. Lighting is another way to make your kitchen feel bigger, especially when it is used to display otherwise unnoticed spaces such as high shelves.
While older kitchens typically had a sink in front of the kitchen, modern kitchens often have corner sinks. As the builder on this site suggests, sink and appliance placement can make the kitchen a much friendlier place for both the chef and the rest of the family.