Those of us with families will know that the pandemic lockdowns definitely brought a positive change in that we got to spend more valuable time at home with our loved ones than ever before (banana bread and all) – and this is a behavior that we feel is sure to stick around.
There is a new-found emphasis on the kitchen space being the hub of a family home too. It’s a place for us to make memories and spend precious time connecting with every member of the household, whether that’s around the kitchen table, baking and prepping meals together, or simply helping with homework.
If you are planning on remodeling your kitchen, it’s important to ensure that your new custom kitchen is designed in a way that fits your at-home lifestyle. This not only an investment, but also a way to encourage bringing the family together – something that we consider to be, in essence, priceless.
With noblessa’s diverse range of custom kitchen cabinets and german manufactured kitchen features, we’re here to show you just how effortless (and stylish) it can be to design a custom kitchen that the whole family can enjoy, and guests too!
Consider How You Use Your Kitchen
The most crucial first step in your custom kitchen remodeling is to consider how you and your family make use of your kitchen – as personalizing your space to accommodate the needs of your household is something that will look very different within each individual home.
Our skilled team of noblessa designers will help you put together the perfect custom kitchen set-up to suit your unique family activities and behaviors by taking into account a variety of factors. For example, whether or not you have children (or grandchildren), if your kids make their own food and snacks, what style of cooking you enjoy, how you like to prep meals for your family, whether or not you like to host dinner parties and large get-togethers, and how many members of your family make use of the kitchen at similar times need to be considered. These are all super important factors to consider when planning the ideal kitchen layout for your household, and will direct our designers in recommending the best custom noblessa Kitchen Collection for you.
A Kitchen Island Is A Must
Probably the most essential feature to include in your family-friendly kitchen is an island, preferably with space for chairs or stools to slot in underneath. Not only does this expand your counter space and storage options, but it will create a natural space to gather within the room – even while cooking or food prep is taking place.
By introducing kitchen island stools, and good overhead lighting, you can also create a central space for getting some work done or helping out with homework – something our Sensation and Motion Kitchen Collections do beautifully.
Go For Soft-Close Cabinets
Not only will this ensure that your kitchen space remains calm, quiet, and serene (goodbye, slamming doors), but they will also prevent your kids from hurting themselves or catching their fingers in any cabinet doors. Aside from the obvious perks, this type of cabinetry will work wonders in achieving a sleek and stylish look within your kitchen, and they will also save you time and money with their long life expectancy and minimal potential for wear and tear.
Storage Space & Appliance Placement
The last thing you want in your family kitchen is a cramped space – with so many inhabitants, you’ll want to ensure maximum storage for all your kitchen utensils and cooking gadgets. With noblessa’s smart kitchen features, you get all the storage you need with creative solutions like our iMove Technology – which boasts several storage spaces featuring an ergonomic system to maximum space. This smart, mechanical opening system means you can access all the contents of your cupboards with ease, simply pull the handle on the bottom shelf and it detaches and lowers forward towards you.
Minimize The Mess
Another crucial feature you’ll want to install in your family-friendly kitchen is ample sink and appliance space, like a dishwasher in your lower cabinetry and a double-sink – because simply put: the more family members, the more mess. Opting for something like a double-sink will also facilitate organization within the kitchen space, where your kids or loved ones can stack up dirty dishes on the one side, while you use the other side of the sink to prep food – win-win for everyone.
