Emily from Colorado Springs asks:

“Dudley, do you have any pointers on shopping for new cabinets?”

You bet Emily. They say the kitchen is the heart of the home. Anyone who has ever spent time entertaining guests, baking cookies with family or savoring a cup of coffee in the morning knows just how much truth is behind that theory. A kitchen is where we cook, celebrate and take care of all of the little details of life. Creating a new look for the heart of your home can be one of the most exciting and creative adventures you’ll experience. The process can become even more satisfying if you’re working with the right people. Is it time to create the updated kitchen of your dreams in Colorado Springs or Denver? Take a little time to discover how to get your project done in a way that fits your taste and budget.

How to Shop for New Cabinets

One only has to scan a lifestyle magazine or Pinterest to learn that there are many cabinetry styles to choose from these days. How can you determine which brand and style is the right one for your home? You may simply fall in love with a particular trend. However, most people will need to do a bit of research before settling on new cabinetry for a kitchen or bathroom. At Kitchen Concepts, we are proud to offer multiple cabinet lines to meet all of our clients’ needs. Here’s a list of the popular cabinet styles available today:

• Traditional
• Inset
• Contemporary
• Full frame
• Full access/frameless
• Rustic
• Modern
• Shaker
• Slab
• Craftsman

It is also important to consider finishes when looking at cabinetry options. The finish you select will set the tone for the entire room. In addition, your selected finish will impact the countertops and backslash tiles you choose. Here’s a look at the popular finishes that are available for new cabinetry:

• Colored paint
• Natural
• Black
• White
• Maple
• Cherry
• Birch
• Oak
• Mission oak
• Grain
• Glazed

There’s a good chance that you will find a popular option that fits your vision for your new kitchen design. However, you may be working with a space that requires something more than what’s available out there on the mainstream market. The good news is that you can actually design and order custom cabinets for a specialty kitchen. A customized design can match a particular theme or genre that’s already established in your home.

Make a Trip to See Cabinets in Person

Photos that you see online or in catalogs can only tell you so much about products. Visiting a showroom in person to see what each style looks like is a very smart idea. An in-person visit will help you to gain an understanding of the various details and textures that are featured on cabinets. There’s nothing better than visiting a showroom to spend time visualizing how the products in front of you will look inside your home. An in-person visit will also give you an opportunity to experience how doors and drawers feel when you use them.

You Don’t Have to Design Your New Kitchen Alone

The task of choosing cabinetry for a new room design can feel overwhelming. You may not know where to start. The good news is that there are professionals out there with the knowledge and experience needed to pull off a flawless redesign project. Competent designers can assist with selecting and installing your new cabinetry. Designers can also help with every step of creating custom cabinetry.

The nice thing about working with a cabinetry expert is that you’ll be getting custom advice that’s tailored for the space you live in. One-on-one service is important because even the slightest miscalculation can complicate things. Planning everything correctly the first time around will help you stick to your budget. In addition, it’s important to avoid any hiccups that could extend the length of your renovation project.

Start Designing Your New Cabinetry Layout in Denver and Colorado Springs

You’ll be closer than ever to getting a new kitchen once you start shopping for your new cabinets at Kitchen Concepts right here in the Denver and Colorado Springs area. The most important thing to remember is that you should take time to research the the company and their designers you are considering. You should confirm that they offer a 3-D design program to insure you get the most complete vision of your yet-to-be-completed project. Remember, it’s important to work with a team of professional designers that make the process of installing new cabinetry smooth and easy!

Have questions or want to learn more? Call Kitchen Concepts. We have offices in Denver (720.725.0000) and Colorado Springs (719.330.5474).