Modular kitchens are gaining a lot of popularity due to their elegant and stylish look. Many people are of the perception that modular kitchens are expensive and will not match with their home layout or designs. Spending some time learning about the different styles and design for modular kitchens can open your mind to a whole lot of new ideas.
Modular v/s Customized Kitchens
If you are building a new home, you might be confused whether to go in for customized or modular kitchens. Customized kitchens give you to option to carefully choose the different materials, wood, finish and accessories for your kitchen. Secondly you might even need to consider the labour costs involved in making the kitchen.
Modular kitchens on the other hand come with unique styles and designs that can be suitable for any types of home. You can hire interior decorators to make changes to existing designs to work as per your needs and requirements.
If you are worried about the modular kitchen price, you can check online for the approximate estimate. Companies such as Livespace offer customers an estimate, wherein customers can fill in their requirements for their modular kitchen and get the approximate value for the project. You can even visit their offices in Gurgaon, Okhla, Bangalore and Mumbai to consult on the designs or to get a free consultation.
You might heard of the popular saying “Rome was not built in a day”, the same goes for your modular kitchens. You need to do a lot of brainstorming, either with your loved ones or friends and come up with an ideal plan. Some factors that you might take into consideration would be:
- The type of modular kitchen that you would like such as L shaped, U shaped, straight or parallel
- The measurement of your kitchen
- The type of wood and finishing for your kitchen
- Accessories that you would like to add for the kitchen
If you are on a tight budget, you can lower your costs by doing some minimalist work such as painting or cleaning the kitchen yourself.
Going Green
You in your small way can contribute to the environment by saving on unwanted costs while designing your modular kitchen. Some ways in which you can do so are by:
- Installing range hoods that help release fumes and smoke from the air
- Choosing non toxic materials for your cabinets, countertops and floors
- Investing in recycled or refurbished furniture for your kitchen
- Going in for energy efficient kitchen appliances that can help you save on costs
- Go in for LED lighting that can last for longer periods
If you spend some time researching, you might come across lot of eco friendly accessories for your kitchen. Laminates are a good option if you are looking for a budgeted option. Laminates are easily available in a wide range of colours and designs. You can opt for matte or glossy finish for your kitchen cabinets or countertops.
Secondly, laminates are durable in the long run. If you have kids or pets, you can be assured that these will not break or tear easily. Laminate is also easy to clean and maintain.
Conclusion
Your kitchen no longer needs to be boring or simple, when you can opt for modular kitchens with the latest technology. You too can upgrade your kitchen by applying the above cost saving tips.
