The kitchen is the most important room in the home, and it’s especially important that busy families are able to achieve the best design for their needs. Different kitchen layouts offer different benefits – a busy family needs accessibility, ease of use and the right design to fit your lifestyle. Working with a general contractor who knows how to achieve these results is an important consideration before any redesign or renovation project.
Undermount Sinks
One option that you should speak with your contractor about is the possibility of adding an undermount sink. The sink is one of the most important elements of a kitchen – you’ll wash dishes, fill a glass of water, clean vegetables and much more at the sink. In a busy family, the sink sees heavy use. An undermount sink does not have the lip along the counter that can collect dirt and debris. Installing one of these sinks will help decrease mess and cleanup time, as well – important considerations for those always on the go. As a note, a good stainless steel sink will be easier to clean than one made of another material.
Faucets and Wands
Another important consideration to speak with your general contractor about is the faucet configuration. Busy families need a faucet that offers flexibility and ease of use – there are options that come with flexible, extendable wands that feature pause buttons. These are ideal for filling pots on the counter, your coffeemaker and for washing items more quickly, as well.
Space and Layout
Of course, one of the most important considerations for busy families is to make sure that the kitchen is accessible, but offers distinct areas for family members. Working with a skilled general contractor, you can achieve this through multiple routes. One popular option is to combine the kitchen and dining area in an open layout, but still separate the two.
Another option is to add a peninsular eating area with cabinet storage. Grabbing a meal on the go while still being with the rest of the family is an important consideration, and the additional storage space will certainly come in handy.
The overall layout of the kitchen should work with your lifestyle – it should help traffic flow, but still provide areas for family members to congregate, eat, converse and generally enjoy life. Working with the right general contractor is an important consideration here, as he or she will be able to offer options, work with your wants and needs, as well as ensure that the project stays on budget.
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