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Kitchen Planning
KITCHEN PLANNING FAQS A BETTER WAY TO RENOVATE
A step-by-step guide for planning your kitchen renovation For over 35 years, Bath Fitter has revolutionized bath renovation. Our process puts a new bath in place in as little as one day, with no messy demolition. When it comes to planning your new Best of all, our product is built to last for a lifetime. kitchen, it can be an exciting yet daunting prospect. Whether you’re undecided on what appliances you need or what you can achieve on your budget, Andy
Briggs, Interior Designer at Optiplan
Kitchens offers his top tips for planning your new dream kitchen renovation, no matter the size of the project.
What do you need?
It can be easy to get carried away in the creative design process, but it’s important to take a step back at the beginning and think about what you really need in your kitchen. Do you need space for a big family table or a double oven for those weekly Sunday roasts? Or have the children now moved out and a breakfast bar is all you need? If you are planning a large kitchen renovation, think about if the space works for you or if you need to knock down a wall or plan an extension.
Plumbing & electrics
These might seem like minor decisions, but if you are planning on moving your sink or want to include integrated appliances, you need to plan these upfront to ensure the pipework and electrics are in place. You should also plan your lighting early on in your kitchen design as spotlights and pendants require different fittings and you want to ensure the wiring is in place before you start decorating.
If you are planning a large kitchen renovation, think about if the space works for you or if you need to knock down a wall or plan an extension. Set a budget and where to invest. For example, open It can be easy to go over budget when shelving is really popular at the moment, taking on a kitchen renovation, so it’s and it can save you hundreds of pounds important you set this out early on. on additional wall units. Always be up-front with your kitchen designer about your budget as they Get inspired! will be able to advise on where to save Finally, spend time researching magazines, social media and the web to find designs and styles that you like Hospitality and build up a collection of the look you want to create. It’s okay if this takes Health time, as you want to ensure your kitchen design is absolutely perfect for you Multi-unit and your needs. Don’t be afraid to ask your kitchen designer for advice too – Cruise ships our kitchen experts have planned and installed hundreds of kitchens and will be able to offer plenty of advice if you’re struggling to make a decision. If you’re planning your dream kitchen renovation, download the Optiplan Kitchens brochure to start your inspirational journey or book an appointment at your local showroom to meet with one of our kitchen designers.
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CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION +044 80 825 81000 +044 20 452 52255
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KITCHEN PLANNING FAQS A BETTER WAY TO RENOVATE
A step-by-step guide for planning your kitchen renovation For over 35 years, Bath Fitter has revolutionized bath renovation. Our process puts a new bath in place in as little as one day, with no messy demolition. When it comes to planning your new Best of all, our product is built to last for a lifetime. kitchen, it can be an exciting yet daunting prospect. Whether you’re undecided on what appliances you need or what you can achieve on your budget, Andy
Briggs, Interior Designer at Optiplan
Kitchens offers his top tips for planning your new dream kitchen renovation, no matter the size of the project.
What do you need?
It can be easy to get carried away in the creative design process, but it’s important to take a step back at the beginning and think about what you really need in your kitchen. Do you need space for a big family table or a double oven for those weekly Sunday roasts? Or have the children now moved out and a breakfast bar is all you need? If you are planning a large kitchen renovation, think about if the space works for you or if you need to knock down a wall or plan an extension.
Plumbing & electrics
These might seem like minor decisions, but if you are planning on moving your sink or want to include integrated appliances, you need to plan these upfront to ensure the pipework and electrics are in place. You should also plan your lighting early on in your kitchen design as spotlights and pendants require different fittings and you want to ensure the wiring is in place before you start decorating.
If you are planning a large kitchen renovation, think about if the space works for you or if you need to knock down a wall or plan an extension. Set a budget and where to invest. For example, open It can be easy to go over budget when shelving is really popular at the moment, taking on a kitchen renovation, so it’s and it can save you hundreds of pounds important you set this out early on. on additional wall units. Always be up-front with your kitchen designer about your budget as they Get inspired! will be able to advise on where to save Finally, spend time researching magazines, social media and the web to find designs and styles that you like Hospitality and build up a collection of the look you want to create. It’s okay if this takes Health time, as you want to ensure your kitchen design is absolutely perfect for you Multi-unit and your needs. Don’t be afraid to ask your kitchen designer for advice too – Cruise ships our kitchen experts have planned and installed hundreds of kitchens and will be able to offer plenty of advice if you’re struggling to make a decision. If you’re planning your dream kitchen renovation, download the Optiplan Kitchens brochure to start your inspirational journey or book an appointment at your local showroom to meet with one of our kitchen designers.
BATH-OVER-BATH INDUSTRIES SERVED
Student Accommodation Military SHOWER-OVER-SHOWER Assisted living Council housing
CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION +044 80 825 81000 +044 20 452 52255
FOR OVER