There is a reason, the kitchen is called the heart of the home. It is where you and your family gather to cook, to eat, to meet people, and, sometimes, just to catch up over a quick snack or a cup of tea or coffee. In many homes, the kitchen has changed into an all purpose room, including a dining table, computer desk, entertainment area, even a fireplace.
Whether you are designing a brand new kitchen, or remodeling an older one, asking a few key questions can make your end result a handy and useful space.
- Does your family eat in the kitchen, or do you entertain in the kitchen? If so, counter top built in seating might be handy.
- How much counter space should you plan for?
- Can a recycling place be incorporated?
- Do you need a workspace for paying bills, household paperwork or homework?
- Is there a space for a wastebasket near a food prep and cutting area?
- A designated breakfast area, with coffee maker, toaster and microwave, can free up other valuable kitchen space.
Everyone wants to have a safe kitchen. These tips will help you make kitchen safety part of your design and everyday use of the kitchen.
Safety is priority number one when it comes to designing your brand new kitchen. More building cover the kitchen than any other room in the house. That is because so many accidents occur there. Kitchen safety is as simple as baking a cake. However, if either is neglected it can turn into a major problem.
The cook top or cooking surface in the kitchen should not be placed below an openable window unless the window is 3" or more behind the electrical devices. Curtains and other window coverings could easily catch fire if the cook top was left unattended or a grease splatter occurred. If windows are behind a cooking surface, they should not be dressed with flammable window treatments.You can read more about this in How To Design Your Kitchen To Fit Your Life -Part II article furthermore.
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