Kitchen Remodeling Trends

Morten Antonsen, The Viking Craftsman, is the person to contact when homeowners are looking for a home remodeling service in Plano, Texas. If you are looking to have your bathroom or indoor kitchen remodeled or want to have an outdoor kitchen, bar, or gazebo built, this highly-skilled designer and craftsman will be happy to assist you. Our list of kitchen remodeling trends will give you just a small taste of everything you need to consider when planning your kitchen remodel.

Home Remodeling Popularity 
Home remodeling in Plano is on the rise. Rather than sell their home and purchase one with larger rooms or more modern or useful features, many homeowners are deciding to remodel the home in which they are currently living. They are choosing their kitchen as the room to remodel first. 

Classic Kitchen Designs 
When you model your kitchen, a classic design is a much wiser choice than a trendy one. You don't want to select design elements which are currently popular, but will likely go out of style in a few years. The following are some of the classic kitchen design trends recommended by the Viking Craftsman. 

White as the Dominant Color 
White is the most popular kitchen color, and has been so for many decades. It is bright, cheerful, reflects light, and makes a small kitchen look larger than it actually is. White is a standard color for all manufacturers. Whatever your budget, you will find white sinks, tiles, countertops, cabinets, and appliances. 

Carrara Marble Countertops 
Carrara marble is basically white with a delicate grain running through it. It is whiter than other natural stone, is less expensive than most, and will last for centuries. 

Hardwood Floors 
Mass production of hardwood flooring began during the Industrial Revolution. The classic look has been popular ever since. Wood flooring appears more inviting than vinyl flooring. The contrast between the natural wood color and the white of the kitchen cabinets and appliances is a look which will endure. The floors are easy to care for. If there is a spill, wipe it up immediately. 

Shaker-Style Cabinets 
Cabinets should not "jump out" at you when you walk into a kitchen. They should be functional and unobtrusive, yet stylish. Shaker-style cabinets have a classic look, with clean, simple lines. The design has been used for many decades and will continue to do so for countless more. 

Subway Tile Backsplash 
White three-by-six-inch ceramic tiles were widely used in the beginning of the 20th century to line the walls of subway tunnels in New York City. The look became a popular one for kitchen and bathroom walls. The rectangular tiles are a classic look used today for kitchen backsplashes. They keep water from damaging the underlying surface of the wall behind the sink, and they're easy to clean. 

Ample Intelligently-Designed Storage 
Many kitchens have inadequate storage space or storage space that is not well-designed. There is less wall space for holding kitchen essentials due to the popularity of open kitchen designs. The cabinets in your new kitchen should replace the shelves and wall hooks your current kitchen might have. Cabinets can have pull-out shelves or bins installed. Shelves with swivel platforms will hold more small items, and cause them to be more accessible at the same time. Drawers within easy reach of your primary food preparation area should have dividers or sections for your frequently-used utensils.

Author Bio:  The Viking Craftsman, Inc - Serving cities in and around Plano, kitchen remodeling trends and home remodeling in Plano is our specialty. Whatever you desire for your new kitchen, the end-product will please even the most critical eye. Morten Antonsen produces the highest quality workmanship in every project he completes.