How do you know when it’s the right time to renovate your kitchen?
So much of our health and wellbeing is wrapped up in our home. It’s where our most consistent routines happen like prepping healthy salads and smoothies, downtime, exercise and connecting with our loved ones. Most of that happens in your kitchen which is why it’s the most important room in the home.
In this Joy of Nesting, we look at some important things to consider.
When Your Kitchen is Outdated or Damaged
If your kitchen has old appliances, cabinets, countertops, or flooring that are worn out or inefficient, then you’re missing out on the benefits of modern technology and design. You might be wasting energy, water, or space with outdated features that don’t suit your needs or preferences.
A kitchen renovation can help you update your kitchen with new materials, fixtures and finishes that are durable, stylish and energy efficient.
When Your Kitchen is Cramped or Cluttered
If your kitchen feels too small or crowded for your family or lifestyle, then you might need to rethink your layout and storage options.
A kitchen remodel can help you optimize your space. You can rearrange the floor plan, add an island, windows, skylights or French doors. You can also add or remove walls creating an open concept with other rooms.
When Your Kitchen is Uncomfortable or Unsafe
If your kitchen is poorly lit, ventilated or insulated poorly, you might be compromising your comfort and safety. A kitchen renovation can help you improve the lighting, ventilation, and insulation of your kitchen by installing higher quality windows, recessed lights, fans and heaters.
Make your kitchen safer by replacing slippery or uneven floors, sharp or loose edges, faulty wiring or leaking pipes. A comfortable and safe kitchen should have adequate natural and artificial light, fresh air circulation and temperature control.
When Your Kitchen Doesn’t Reflect Your Personality or Taste
If your kitchen looks boring or outdated inject some color or style into it. A kitchen renovation helps you personalize your kitchen by choosing unique features like French doors, a new island or wall space for a beautiful, antique hutch.
A kitchen remodel is an exciting and rewarding experience that transforms your home and lifestyle. If you think it’s time to give your kitchen a makeover, don’t hesitate to take action.
Download Your Free Gift
To get started on a home where you feel healthy, happy and connected grab my complimentary design and wellness download, The Wellness Home.
It’s the prettiest little book. It’s a quick read with super easy design solutions that help you lead a beautiful, healthier lifestyle at home, plus my 3-to-5 Things Framework that gives you step by step actions to get started and stay on track.
That’s it for today. Thank you for stopping by!
Shiree’
What is Wellness Design? Learn more about the connection between your wellbeing and your home, featured on Deirdre Fitzpatrick’s Dying to Ask Podcast. And if you’d like to dive deeper into this topic, check out my blog post, “Hiring an Interior Designer”.
