Hello World! Welcome Friends! Whether you love cooking or hosting family get-togethers, your kitchen is inevitably one of the most important parts of your home. And you can rest assured you’re not alone in this sentiment. When prospective buyers view your property, they’ll no doubt pay close attention to your kitchen. In fact, many estate agents purport that investing in a new kitchen can add 10% to the value of your property. While this, of course, depends on the state of your existing space and your renovation budget, a tasteful and practical new kitchen could certainly help get that sale over the line. If you’re considering selling or renting your property in the coming years, you’ll want to ensure your kitchen is up to scratch. Below are eight fantastic features that are sure to make your kitchen more desirable.
A Kitchen Island
The ultimate symbol of luxury, kitchen islands are at the top of many homeowners’ wish lists. However, there’s much more to the kitchen island than just making your friends jealous. They can transform your layout, allowing you to position your appliances perfectly and establish an efficient workflow. They also provide plenty of additional storage and worktop space. Introducing an island to your kitchen is a great way to add value to your home. However, it must be big enough to prove useful without making your kitchen feel cramped. If you’re tight on space, a peninsula offers an excellent alternative.
A Family Dining Area
The vibrant and bustling hub of the home, the kitchen is the perfect place to enjoy laidback family meals. And with more and more of us opting for open-plan kitchen diners and living spaces, a social dining area is clearly a sought-after feature. It’s well worth considering knocking two rooms into one to create an open and airy kitchen diner. However, if undertaking building work isn’t an option, there are several clever ways to incorporate a family dinner table into your existing kitchen. A dining island or banquette seating area offer excellent space-saving solutions.
Plenty of Storage
If there’s one thing I’m sure we can all agree on, it’s that you can never have too much storage. No matter how many cupboards and drawers you have, they always seem to end up full. Thus, you can trust that any buyers viewing your house will inevitably be eyeing up where their air fryer, Tupperware collection and bakeware are going to go. If you’re redesigning your kitchen, you’ll want to maximize every inch of storage space. Think corner carousels, tambour cupboards, deep drawers, and spacious pantries.
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High-Quality Worktops
Another thing buyers always look out for is good quality worktops. As well as looking stunning, granite and quartz worktops are extremely durable and long-lasting. Modern compact laminates also make a convincing alternative if you’re on a budget. You can also reduce costs by using a combination of timber and quartz. However, we don’t recommend fitting wood worktops around a sink area, as moisture can cause them to rot.
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Well-Known Appliance Brands
No one wants to inherit a leaking dishwasher or a temperamental oven. Investing in reliable and efficient appliances from highly regarded brands will immediately make your kitchen more desirable. It’s also worth paying a little more for integrated appliances unless you’re going for a large American-style fridge freezer. Bear in mind that stainless-steel and black appliances are much more popular than their white counterparts. And don’t forget to install plenty of plug sockets for those small countertop appliances too.
Stylish & Practical Lighting
When it comes to viewing a property, first impressions definitely count. And a dull and dingy kitchen isn’t going to leave anyone feeling inspired. Making sure your kitchen is well lit is a must. However, a clever lighting scheme can do much more than just brighten up your space. Stylish pendant lights are ideal for accentuating an island or dining table. Meanwhile, under-cabinet lights provide excellent task lighting as well as create a lovely background glow. Layering different types of lighting is a great way to elevate your interior and establish a wonderful ambience. But if you could just do with brightening up your kitchen for a viewing, simply replacing your bulbs can make a world of difference.
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An Elegant Color Scheme
Color is very personal. One person’s favorite shade might be another’s worst nightmare. For this reason, many recommend opting for a neutral kitchen finish like grey or beige. However, since dark colors continue to be all the rage, we think there’s no reason why you shouldn’t opt for something a little more adventurous. Muted greens, navy blues and even dark grey all make a wonderfully sophisticated and timeless choice.
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Timeless Flooring
Easily overlooked, flooring is the feature that ties your whole interior together. A tired and old-fashioned floor will really let your kitchen down. The worst culprits are often tatty linoleum and worn tiles with cracked grout. If you need to replace your flooring, make sure you choose something timeless and practical. Everyone loves the look of wood, and while real wood isn’t ideal for a kitchen, waterproof laminate makes an excellent alternative. For something simple and more modern, sleek large format tiles look great. Consider continuing your flooring throughout the ground floor for a cohesive finish.
Investing in a new kitchen or tweaking your existing space can add a lot of value to your home. And giving some extra thought to the features that matter to potential buyers is a great way to really maximize the benefits of all your hard work. We hope our article has given you some food for thought. If you need help with an upcoming renovation project, we recommend contacting your local independent specialists.
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