When it comes to determining how much time it will take to do your Chicagoland kitchen remodel we can’t give you exact times but give you an idea of how long it should take.  A lot of it will be determined by how involved your remodel is.  If you are using the same existing space it will take a lot less time than if you are moving walls and changing the layout.  

Most kitchen homeowners have a kitchen pantry or plan to have one if they are building a new home or remodeling their kitchen.  While some may have the luxury of a walk in pantry there is also the option of a pantry cabinet if there is not one.

The kitchens in our homes today are no longer tucked away and just a place to prepare food. Many of today’s kitchens have become an extension of our living area and are used for everything from paying bills to entertaining our guests. We have seen a lot of changes in kitchen design that make it easier to entertain in the kitchen. There are a variety of specialty features and layouts that will allow you to interact with your guests more freely.  It is not unusual for people to congregate in the kitchen no matter the size of your house.

Let’s face it. The kitchen is where we spend most of our time in the house and where a lot of the conversation and entertainment takes place. Working with a custom cabinet company you have a lot more flexibility when it comes to kitchen design and including unique and different design ideas.  Why not make your kitchen part of your conversation piece? We thought we would share a few of our favorite design ideas that can give your kitchen a “Wow” factor.

If you walk into almost any home chances are they have some type of a pet.  Many homeowners consider their pets as much a part of the family as any member.  In fact about 68 percent of homes in America own some type of pet.  A majority of those homes have a least a dog or cat, with many of them having multiple pets. 

While nobody likes germs, there are many places in the kitchen that germs can accumulate and build up.  While there are many cleaners out there that will kill the bacteria, they will also ruin the finish on your cabinets and countertops.  It’s important that you learn what products are safe to use on your countertops and new cabinets. Taking care of your kitchen will give you a kitchen that will look new for years.

It’s no surprise that every time you turn around there is some new material or option for backsplashes.  Having choices can be good, but at the same time also a little overwhelming.  There are a lot of different things to consider when choosing your kitchen backsplash material for your remodel.  

Two of the most important decisions you will face when remodeling your Chicagoland kitchen are what color of cabinets do you want and what door style. Both can have a dramatic affect on the overall look of the kitchen.  Should you need to sell anytime in the near future it can also affect the resale of your home. 

Over the years the design and style of the kitchen island has evolved. It used to be a rectangular space that allowed for more storage and extra workspace. If you go into most contemporary kitchens today you will notice just how much the overall function and style has changed. Kitchen islands in many kitchens today are more than a little extra storage and can be used for many different purposes. In some kitchens they become the center of which a majority of activity revolves around. In other kitchens they can be a stunning focal point that draws people into their kitchen.

If you are a homeowner who loves nostalgia you might want to consider a retro kitchen style.  A retro kitchen is a culturally outdated trend or fashion from the post-modern look that has crept back into design.  Retro kitchens are a blast from the past.  They are full of personality and have the perfect combination of past and modern style. Designers are using décor and prints of the past to add color to contemporary spaces.