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It has served as the heart of the home in communities around the world for centuries. And because the kitchen is the most-used area of the house, designing it requires special attention.<\/p>\n

Doing so allows the kitchen to keep its luster and that feeling of newness that the homeowner loves about it on day one.<\/p>\n

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Time to explore what\u2019s new in new-kitchen design that can amplify and extend the newness factor for as many years as possible.<\/p>\n

Smart kitchens<\/strong><\/p>\n

Although some have been offered for more than a decade, smart kitchen features are more in demand now than ever, especially as younger millennials and Gen Z become more active as buyers.<\/p>\n

Smart kitchen features might include the installation of appliances that can be controlled by apps on a mobile phone. Voice activation allows the chef to change appliance settings without having to wash hands or surfaces between tasks.<\/p>\n

Other nice-to-have items are refrigerators with storage guides to keep the owner aware of inventory for shopping lists and expiration dates. And some refrigerators have a camera that can give the owner a glimpse of the contents while out shopping.<\/p>\n

Naturally, people who\u2019ve enjoyed kitchens without smart features over the decades may ask, \u201cDo we really need a smart kitchen?\u201d That\u2019s a good question for the builder and the design center. And stay tuned for an upcoming article here covering that topic.<\/p>\n

Islands and seating<\/strong><\/p>\n

Comfortable spaces with plenty of easy-to-access seating make all the difference in new kitchen design. When given the option for a center island, inquire with the builder about extending the countertop to include counter space with seating capacity. Another option is the peninsula seating bar.<\/p>\n

If the kitchen has a dining nook near a window, some buyers may request a banquette under the window that provides both storage and seating space. Before installing permanent built-in furniture grade pieces, assess the kitchen\u2019s longer-term needs. Should a larger table be necessary five years down the road, a buyer will regret creating a quaint breakfast nook with a bench.<\/p>\n

If you enjoy cooking while entertaining, ask the builder\u2019s design center about a two-tiered kitchen island that features ample prep space, including a furniture-height prep area that keeps your food prep separate from guests\u2019 appetizers and drinking glasses.<\/p>\n

Examine pantry options<\/strong><\/p>\n

A walk-in pantry can be the most convenient place to store small appliances, bulk items and nonperishables. But it\u2019s not for every home or family.<\/p>\n

What is necessary is flexible pantry space \u2014 including pullout shelving and drawers \u2014 that provides easy access to cooking ingredients and appliances. A thoughtfully planned and designed pantry cabinet, for instance, can serve nearly every purpose as a walk-in pantry.<\/p>\n

If adding a walk-in pantry would cut into space better used for a main-level bathroom or mudroom, look at other places in the house to add a second pantry cabinet for surplus storage.<\/p>\n

When looking at the home\u2019s plans, a builder\u2019s design center staff will know which spaces are flexible enough to add options or new features.<\/p>\n

Ceiling-height cabinets<\/strong><\/p>\n

Speaking of storage, ceiling-high cabinets have gained popularity over open-soffit style cabinetry. Higher cabinetry takes advantage of the vertical space a kitchen offers and removes the need to decorate and dust the spaces above cabinets.<\/p>\n

Ceiling-height cabinets also work a trick of the eye, creating an illusion that the space is larger or taller than it is.<\/p>\n

Before choosing ceiling-height cabinets for every open wall in the kitchen, plan out how they will be used and anticipate how they add value to the spaces they occupy.<\/p>\n

Unless a new-home buyer is 7 feet tall, it\u2019s wise to remember that cabinets reaching as high as 8 to 10 feet can wind up as black holes for out-of-sight, out-of-mind items. The same goes for open shelving at heights that are hard to reach for dusting.<\/p>\n

But there are solutions: Ask the design center about pullout drawers built into lower cabinets where you can store sturdy, stylish step stools made of the same solid material as the cabinets.<\/p>\n

And remember that large center island or peninsula that is all the rage. Can it include a 12-inch-wide cabinet for storing an attractive step stool that can be pulled out easily for use anywhere?<\/p>\n

Remember, the kitchen is the best place to invest in perfection; it\u2019s worth splurging on design options here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Find out how you can amplify and extend the newness factor for many 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