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Kitchen Remodeling
No matter how streamlined you think your kitchen is, there is always room for improvement. A kitchen home improvement project can involve changing the tiles, installing a bigger sink, or replacing the cabinets and counter tops. If you have a small kitchen, you will find that a built-in kitchen island increases convenience without compromising on space. New cabinets and counter tops can transform your old kitchen into a bright new space. If you are tired of your laminated surfaces, and modern kitchen looks, a country kitchen remodel will give you a beautiful old fashioned kitchen that puts the warmth back into your kitchen.
There is no kitchen that doesn't benefit from a kitchen island. If your kitchen remodeling plans do not include a built-in kitchen island, then it absolutely must make it on the list. A smaller kitchen will benefit from the extra counter space that an island offers without encroaching on the limited kitchen space. Your kitchen island can also be installed with split levels to encourage seating, for use as a dining area. Appliances and even your stove can be fitted into your kitchen island saving more space. If you have a cramped kitchen, create the illusion of space by bringing down a portion of the wall or the entire wall, and installing an island to act as a break off point between the kitchen and living areas. In a larger kitchen, an island has unlimited possibilities. You can have a large circular island that doubles as a dining area, conversation center, entertaining area and even a bar. When it comes to choosing a design for your island, most people go with the coordinated look that's safe and aesthetic, but you can add a dramatic look to your kitchen by using contrasting colors and textures.
Simply by installing a new cabinet or counter tops, bringing in an island, opening up a few windows and adding coordinated appliances, you can give your kitchen an entirely new look. A kitchen remodel is one of the highest ROI investments you can make in your home with most people recouping more than 90 % of the cost of renovation in resale value. Since the kitchen is such a visible part of your Pittsburgh, PA area home, investing in its appearance and functionality offers greater value for money than other home improvements.
Recent Requests
I need contractor to remodel a condo. Scope of work is as follows: wood flooring common areas , carpet in bedrooms, slate pavers in kitchen, painting throughout, light electrical, plumbing fixtures in kitchen and baths, resurface cabinetry throughout, tile in showers, granite or concrete countertops in kitchen and baths, light rough carpentry, install new appliances kitchen, etc. Please contact me so we can discuss scope of work and project timeline.
Mark F
I am interested in adding on to my home while in the middle of our rebuilding. My current home is 1632 sf. What I would like to do is add on to my kitchen and master bed room, both are in the back of the the home but on both levels (the home is a two story). Approx add on is 342 sf or a 9w x 23l. Can you please give me an estimated cost for labor, materials and if this includes plumbing and electrical. Thanking you in advance for your cooperation.
Freda T