Important Features of Your Dream At-Home Chef’s Kitchen
Do you dream of building a kitchen that would have even Gordon Ramsay green with envy? Whether cooking has always been a love of yours or is a new passion thanks to all the time spent at home over the past few years, having the best kitchen space possible is one of the best ways to make your hobby more enjoyable and practical. While standard kitchens can be fantastic for everyday cooking and learning, for those looking to elevate their meals and hone their chef skills, splurging on a perfectly designed chef’s kitchen is a worthwhile endeavour that will transform the way you cook as well as add value to your home as a whole.
At Peak Improvements, there’s nothing we love more than helping you make the most out of your home! From custom kitchens to breathtaking master bedrooms, we’re proud to partner with Edmontonians to design and build a space that you’re happy to call home. Below, we’ll highlight a few ways you can transform your kitchen into a chef’s paradise. Read on to learn more!
1. Spacious Layout
Cooking and baking complex meals requires plenty of space to make things easier. From dedicated prep areas that allow you to chop, roll, flour, and plate to your heart’s content, to keeping in mind the space you need to go from oven to counter safely, there are plenty of little layout details that make a BIG difference when cooking. Double galley style islands, ample pantries that are easily accessible, appliances that are situated conveniently all play a role in the workflow of your kitchen. Working with a contracting team that features a built-in crew of designers like Peak Improvements will make it easier to put together the perfect layout for your goals, as well as the needs of your family life etc!
2. Enhanced Storage and Organization
A good chef knows that storage and organization is everything, and as you grow in your craft, you’ll no doubt acquire plenty of tools of the trade along the way. Part of designing a chef-friendly kitchen is making sure that you have ample storage for your knives, gadgets, bowls, and everything in between, but also ensuring that everything is easily accessible to you when you need it. This means no more digging around for spices or spatulas, and simply being able to focus on the task at hand.
3. Upgraded Sinks
In addition to an enhanced space, you’ll also want upgraded sinks that handle larger dishes like roasting pans and pots and wash up without getting water everywhere. Making sure you have dual sinks will also make it easier to soak and rinse accordingly, speeding up your overall cleaning time. Ever thought about how nice it would be to have that additional prep sink? Now is the time to add it in!
4. Custom Stoves and Hood Fans
It comes as no surprise that one of the showcase features of any chef’s kitchen is a perfectly outfitted stove and range. This is, after all, where all the magic happens! Finding the right stove for your space and for your needs can be a little tricky, but with the right team on hand, pairing the perfect cooking appliances can be straightforward and ensure your set-up for success when whipping up masterful dishes!
5. Lighting
Finally, one of the options you may not think about right away is lighting. As much as all of the aspects above are vital, if you don’t have the right lighting, your kitchen will be lacking. From helping you keep an eye on the tiniest details to allowing you to showcase your masterpieces to your hungry guests, lighting is one of the most important parts of any kitchen, and should be at the forefront of your development plans!
Build the Kitchen of Your Dreams with Peak Improvements Today
If you’re ready to design the kitchen of your dreams, Peak Improvements is here to help! With an all-encompassing team that includes in-house design consultations and everything you need to succeed, Peak Improvements is proud to help home chefs design the perfect space for all your culinary adventures. Contact us today to learn more about our renovation and design services, including exterior renovations, kitchen redesigns, basement finishing, and more.