Kitchens are really the soul of the house and are
for more than just cooking but also for congregating, so they need to be put in
the context of the home's public spaces or the adjacent spaces. In a lot of
older houses, the kitchen tends to be isolated and often small. Today, people
want a kitchen that incorporates both a workspace and a casual space for dining
or even working. Thus, kitchen cabinet designs play a huge role in home
remodeling.
Always match material options and
construction. For traditional kitchen cabinet designs, solid hardwood
has traditionally been the choice material for drawer box fronts and sides.
Solid wood joinery includes dovetail, finger, tongue-and-groove, dowel, biscuit
and dado joints. Avoid flimsy drawers made from thin particleboard with a
laminate or wood veneer and any drawers with stapled construction. While solid
wood is premium for drawer front and sides, plywood is a better choice for the
bottom section of a drawer because it won't shrink or swell.
Do research ahead of time. When
choosing or changing kitchen cabinet designs, put function first. Whether you plan for a tiny spaced or wide
interior, the most important thing is to make sure that you are free to move to
and fro without struggle.
Consider finishes. Choose a timeless
paint or finish and consider its impact as part of the whole design. Over time,
you’ll likely tire of anything too bold or distracting. Have a sample door
finished first to compare against other design elements. Live with it for a few
days before finalizing your decisions.
Lighting can help a lot. Unlike in
other rooms of the house, overhead lighting is insufficient in kitchens, in the
kitchen, you don't want the light behind you, casting a shadow on the
workspace. You need it positioned to fall in front of you. Choosing
under-cabinet lights is smart because they shine directly on countertops.
Last but not the least… Kitchen
cabinet designs that come with pull-through slides are ideal for islands because
they allow drawers to be opened from either side. Some specialty slides allow
drawers to extend beyond a full extension. These slides are advantageous for countertops
with deep overhangs.
Angel's Professional Cabinetry
8870N Himes Ave Suite 251 Tampa, FL 33614
(813) 394-5985
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