Great Ways to Update Your Kitchen Design

If you're looking for ways to improve your kitchen design, start with the main structural elements--cabinets, countertops, and floors--then add in new paint and hardware. Once these key elements of your kitchen design are updated, any other imperfections will blend into the background.

Kitchen Cabinets Are the Key
Kitchen cabinets are the foundation of any kitchen design and can quickly disclose the age of your space. Whether you're living with 1950's avocado or 1980's oak, consider selecting a more modern kitchen cabinet wood species, such as cherry or maple. Each wood adds its own style and can add some punch to any kitchen design.

Countertop Remodeling Options
Next is the countertop, which covers a large horizontal plain in the kitchen. By upgrading to a granite or quartz countertop, you can dramatically improve the visual flow through the room. Look for a color that blends with your cabinets or provides a contrast, depending on your kitchen design goals. Another plus: countertops are easy for a contractor to install.

Remodeling with Wood Flooring
The final structural area to consider is the floor. One of the biggest selling flooring products on the market is wood flooring. Wood adds a rich, natural look that is reminiscent of many stately, older homes. Most contractors work with flooring companies that stock a wide range of wood species, from oak to Brazilian cherry.

The key to selecting these three structural elements is coordination. You'll want colors, tones and textures that carry through a unified theme. Then top them off with a warm or bold paint color and even add some whimsical cabinet hardware.

Revitalizing your kitchen design can be a fun and rewarding project. When you're finished visitors will quickly realize your kitchen was designed for you and for right now.

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