The Kitchen Youll Want For Holiday Hosting Duties Next Year
Written By:Thursday, December 25, 2014
Youre the chosen one for holiday hosting duties this year and, as much as you love your family, you cant wait for it to be over. Why? Your kitchen... its horrible.
It is. Especially when 10 people are trying to cram into it to stir, pour, boil, fry, whip, cream, and saut.
Truth? You love having everyone in your home. Just not in your kitchen. Youve gotta do something, before they descend upon you again next year.
Here are the changes that will make the biggest impact so when the holidays roll round next year, youll be ready to rock.
1. New countertops
If youre currently sporting the builder basic laminate or ceramic tile that requires the fun combo of scrubbing, bleaching, and scraping to keep the grout from looking crusty, it might be time for an overhaul.
Granite remains a favorite for its functionality and >
HGTV also likes stainless steel countertops for modern kitchens "because they are nonporous, do not have to be sealed, and resist bacterial growth."
2. New or updated cabinets
A good sanding, a coat of paint, and some pretty hardware can transform a kitchen inexpensivelyespecially if you do it yourself. But if youre looking to rip em out and start from scratch, go with the emerging trend of furniture->
"This approach marks another step in the evolution of the kitchen as the hub of the home and a treasured space the whole family can enjoy, rather than just a functional area thats used for food prep and cooking alone," said Houzz. "The incredible designs available celebrate the different elements of the kitchen as pieces of beautiful furniture, not just workstations, which allows people to bring their own personal, warm, welcoming touch to this space."
3. Create a Timeless Look
If youre redoing your kitchen, you want to get it right, and you want the look to last. Today, you dont have to choose one >
"Designs that marry modern and traditional elements will be one of the most influential looks of 2015," said Houzz. "Homeowners are shunning ultrasleek, contemporary kitchens in favor of spaces that are "warm, homey and reflect themselves. This trend is affecting everything from cabinet design to colors, materials to textures. Flat-panel cabinet doors are being replaced with >
4. Make it universal
Not only can the look be timeless, but the functionality can last for years to come and adapt as life>
5. New Appliances
Stainless steel still rules the appliance world in terms of finishes, but the emphasis is now on function. If your fridge is too small to serve your family properly, you could always get a giant new one. Or, you could eliminate what is often the biggest offender in terms of space stealing and put your drinks elsewhere. Beverage drawers and beverage centers make great additions to a functional kitchen.
6. New sink and faucet
Sinks are showing up in a variety of materials like copper, and colors like black or white. Larger capacity sinks continue to trend, especially in a single-bowl >
Whether you choose to make small changes or renovate the whole thing, you can create a kitchen that is a joy to cook in, not just for the holiday, but for everyday.
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