There is no doubt that the kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the house, and if you are planning on redesigning yours in the near future, you will want to ensure that it is as functional and attractive as possible. In this blog post, we are going to take a closer look at just a couple of the main ways that you can achieve these twin goals to create a room that you can be truly proud of.

First, you need to choose between a vintage or a contemporary space, and whether it is going to be state-of-the-art or homelike. Remember, you want to choose a bespoke kitchen design which stands the test of time as it is highly likely that you will be keeping it this way for many years to come.

Once you have the design sorted, it is time to consider the layout in more detail. As a general design principle to follow, you should think of the room as a triangle of the fridge, the sink and the stove or cooktop. If you plan this space well enough so that you can move between the points with ease, this will make the whole meal preparation saga so much more straightforward. 

Do you want to keep your current cupboards or would you prefer to refinish and reface them? Also, you should consider what types of cupboards are going to give you maximum storage space. As for the countertops, these will need to be able to withstand a great deal of wear and tear. So, as well as aesthetic appeal, you should also be thinking in terms of their physical features such as being water resistant and hard-wearing.

Whatever types of kitchen devices and appliances you choose will need to stand the test of time. You should also consider energy efficiency as this will help to make your household bills cheaper. Some of the essentials include a fridge, a stove, and a microwave. But there are plenty of extras like wine cooling devices and dishwashers which can help to make your life that little bit easier.

Without the right lighting, your kitchen area can end up looking drab and dingy. As well as the overhead lights, you should also check out the other kinds of task lighting like In-built uplights which can make food preparation so much easier. 

Every kitchen should have a floor which offers both style and elegance. But it should also have some practical features like being slip-resistant, easy-to-clean and difficult to scratch and damage.