With summer in full swing, we hope you’re getting a chance to kick back and relax, whether at your favorite vacation spot or in your own back yard. And while you’re swinging in a hammock or relaxing at the beach, why not dream a little?
If those dreams include a new kitchen, you’re in luck. “Dreaming of the kitchen you would love is the first step,” says John Phillips, owner of The Cabinet Maker. “Once that happens, the ideas will flow.” And there’s still time to finish your remodel by the holiday season!
Once you have the dream, you’ll need a plan. That’s where John and his team at The Cabinet Maker come in. They have years of experience designing kitchens that can overcome challenges you may have with your current space – storage limitations, a lack of countertop space, insufficient lighting and more.
Because they are custom cabinet makers, John and his team can design, build and install just the right solution for your unique space, lifestyle and tastes.
So when you’re in that hammock with visions of custom cabinets dancing in your head, here are some questions John recommends asking yourself.
- How and why did you start dreaming of a new kitchen?
Maybe you loved a kitchen you saw at a friend’s house or on a website. Maybe your family is outgrowing the space you have. Or perhaps you need a more efficient way to use your available space. How you answer this question will help The Cabinet Maker launch a plan for you.
- How do you use your kitchen now, and how would you like to use it?
Some people use their kitchens mostly for food preparation, with a separate space for serving meals. Others like to gather the family in the kitchen. Maybe you like to multi-task and could use space for a laptop. Imagining how you really want to use your kitchen will help The Cabinet Maker find the right design.
- What gets you frustrated about your current kitchen?
This is where things like countertop space, storage and lighting come in. Or perhaps that refrigerator you’d love won’t fit into your current layout. You’d be surprised at the options for addressing even the smallest frustrations you encounter.
“Some clients start with photos, color swatches and design ideas, and that’s terrific,” says John. “But we like to start by asking, ‘What’s not meeting your needs?’ That way, we can give you a kitchen that’s both beautiful and functional.”
Contact The Cabinet Maker today about the kitchen of your dreams! Contact us for a consultation by using our online form.