When you’re ramping up to a major kitchen remodel, it can be tough to know where to get started. The process can be intimidating for even the most seasoned planners, but fear not! Your friends at Grand are here to help start your remodel off smoothly, and make sure it goes right every step of the way. So if you’re ready to make your dream kitchen a reality, start with these simple steps!
1. Start an Inspiration Board
You can’t start your remodel until you know what you want! The best thing you can do to get your creative juices flowing is to check out other incredible kitchen designs for inspiration. Collect some of your favorites on Pinterest or even on a physical corkboard in your home. Color palette ideas, furniture styles, appliance finishes, kitchen shapes, and more should all find a home on your inspo-board. Having a clear idea of the kinds of kitchens you like will make it much easier when the time comes to get serious about planning. If you need some help getting started, Bosch offers a great online tool to help search out ideas.
2. Get Practical
Once you’ve got some raw inspiration laid out, start thinking critically about what will work in your kitchen, and how much you have to spend on it. As a rule of thumb, remodeling projects usually end up costing a few thousand dollars more than your first estimates, so be sure to plan for unexpected expenses and surprise fees.
During this process, it may be helpful to divide up your kitchen wishlist into three sections: needs, wants, and deal breakers. Needs are kitchen elements that are totally non-negotiable. If you’re determined to have a kitchen island, no matter the cost, be sure you know that going into the process! If other elements, like a professional-style range or a custom backsplash would be nice to have, but you’re willing to set them aside if budget or practicality get in the way, be sure you know that too. A list of things you absolutely can’t stand is helpful to have as well. If you just loathe the look of peninsulas or quartz countertops, be clear on that from the start so you don’t have any miscommunications later on down the line.
3. Get Some Help from the Pros
It takes a village to remodel a kitchen, so don’t try to go it alone. Enlist the help of designers and contractors to help you plan the specifics of your remodel. With your inspiration boards, budget, and list of must-haves handy, they’ll be able to mock up designs and give estimations on how much time and money it’ll take to execute your vision. Even if you’re all about the DIY life and are determined to pull off your remodel solo, be sure to consult with experts to double check that all your measurements and plans are just right.
4. Decide on Appliances
Your appliances are probably the most important part of your kitchen, so be sure to choose them carefully! Find ones that strike the right balance of power, precision, and style, and your remodel will feel well worth it.
If you’re planning on replacing all your appliances for this remodel, we suggest a matching suite by Bosch. Since Bosch appliances are designed with simplicity and symmetry in mind, they’re well suited to just about any kind of kitchen. Here are some examples of different kitchens in different styles from across the country, all equipped with Bosch appliances.
5. Get Prepped
When it comes to remodeling, preparation is a virtue—when you’re not properly prepared for your weeks without a kitchen, then you’re going to want to rush the process, and if you rush the process, you’re going to run into more pitfalls along the way. So make sure you and your space are ready for the remodel!
That means having old appliances hauled away, safely storing your beloved kitchen decor, and creating a temporary kitchen to keep you comfortable and fed during the remodel process. If you’re well prepared before the remodel begins, you’ll hit fewer roadblocks along the way, and get to your dream kitchen that much quicker.
Your perfect kitchen is closer than you think! Follow these easy steps (with a little help from Bosch and your friends at Grand) and you’ll be well on your way to an excellent remodel. If you’re stuck on any of these steps or need more guidance during your remodel, come on down to one of our stores. We’re your resource for all your remodeling needs, so let us help you make your home grand!