Home Remodeling & Construction Blog

There is a certain amount of danger when entering a kitchen remodel project, whether you’re here in Virginia, or anywhere else. It is a basic necessity of our modern life, our kitchen, but an island is a versatile and less expensive answer to many Virginia kitchen inconveniences.

Ever heard of the kitchen triangle? It is a highly efficient design where the sink/dishwasher, refrigerator, and stove all form a triangle. A more efficient kitchen lets you spend less time cooking, and more time having fun!

An island is a great way to make that triangle happen, but you have to measure your space. Most building codes mandate a 36” walkway between counters, appliances, cabinets, and islands. You have to makes sure that every cabinet and appliance door has more than enough room to open and close completely. Read more…

When you’re considering adjustments to your Virginia kitchen in terms of remodel and renovation, most people don’t really consider ways to save counter space – particularly when it comes to doing dishes.  While a lot of modern homes are equipped with dishwashers, a dish rack can still be extremely beneficial to help keep your kitchen clean and organized.

Now I’m not referring to a cheap counter top plastic model from Wal-Mart, those still leave a mess on your counter.  The plate rack might be a simple device to help streamline your kitchen you still need to find the right one that fits your space needs. Read more…

Virginia has some beautiful homes, especially those that were built in the early 1900’s. If you have the pleasure of owning one of these older Victorian homes then you know the beauty of which I speak. The curves of the architecture, the crown molding, the rhythm hidden within the design. And of course, the potential for kitchen remodeling in Virginia homes is immense.

Space is one of the biggest draws for older homes, and that’s even more true in the kitchen. Remodeling in Virginia is growing in popularity and the kitchen is the ideal place to start. With all the extra space, there are new additions and appliances that can make life in the kitchen far more easy. Tasks are simplified and the kitchen can be made to run more efficiently. Read more…

While overhead lighting of any kind been a pretty standard option in most homes for quite some time, there’s a growing preference for under cabinet lighting in the Virginia kitchen. For many who work in the kitchen on a regular basis, the soft light given off from beneath a cabinet to illuminate a work area provides more comfort and convenience that a generic bulk hanging from the ceiling.

Not to mention that under the cabinet lighting gives any kitchen a much more modern look that a lot of homeowners find attractive.

The Convenience For Your Virginia Kitchen

Many of us have had the discord of washing dishes in the sink only to later discover that, under better light, there were missed spots. With lighting beneath the cabinets, your work areas in the kitchen are directly lit. This can help you avoid issues like spots on dishes. Read more…