Let’s be honest, kitchens are the hub of our homes. They’re the place for cooking, dining, socializing and connecting with loved ones. In fact, a kitchen is one of the most commonly used rooms in a home.
But what happens if you feel like your kitchen is becoming outdated? Perhaps you’ve outgrown your current kitchen space and want to refresh the area? It’s time to renovate. At Alair, we specialize in kitchen renovations in Surrey and we work with clients to enhance their homes.
Change the colour scheme
One of the easiest ways to refresh your kitchen is by updating the colour scheme, and this can be as big or as small as your renovation budget allows. A lick of paint is a great start, but what about replacing your cabinets too?
This year, we’ve seen homeowners embracing warmer tones mixed with bold pops of colour — and that trend is only set to continue as we head into 2023. Consider blues, greens, and sandy tones for your colour palette, contrasting mints and sages with dramatic deeper ocean shades.
Install under-cabinet lighting
As part of your kitchen renovation, try adding under-cabinet lighting for that ultra-modern and stylish feel. Under-cabinet lighting is ideal for cabinets fitted to the wall, as they will illuminate the sideboards underneath them.
Update your metals
It’s understandable for older kitchens to be bursting with outdated materials. If this sounds familiar, consider adding touches of modern metal throughout. Try updating your cabinet handles and lighting fixtures using metals like matte aluminum, stainless steel, brushed gold, or copper. Our renovation team can advise which metals would complement your cabinets and countertops.
Change your flooring
Just like if you change your colour scheme, swapping your floor for a more modern style can completely transform your kitchen. If you currently find yourself stepping onto vinyl, then replace it with the likes of wood, tiles or stone, which are all contemporary, trendy and stylish alternatives. Better still, these options are far more hard-wearing and will add value to your home long term.
Update your countertops
If your countertops are vinyl, then it’s time to think about giving them a much-needed update. Fortunately, there are plenty of modern-day surfaces for you to choose, including the likes of marble, granite, wood, and quartz. And with so many materials available, you don’t have to break the bank to bring your countertop up to date.
Upgrade your kitchen appliances
Nothing screams modern more than a kitchen full of the latest appliances, gadgets and gizmos. From smaller devices like a toaster or kettle to larger appliances including your oven or fridge-freezer, you can pick and choose depending on how far your budget will stretch.
And thanks to advances in technology, there are plenty of opportunities to seamlessly integrate modern-day appliances throughout, from built-in coffee makers to warming drawers and wine coolers. A modern-day kitchen renovation wouldn’t be complete without the latest appliances to match.
Work with the professionals to bring your kitchen up-to-date
If you want to modernize your kitchen, then partner up with Alair Homes Surrey. Our team of professional experts come with the essential experience and knowledge needed to guide, advise and support you through a smooth renovation.
Are you ready to bring your kitchen up-to-date? Schedule your free consultation.