The kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s a room where a lot of your time is spent. Perhaps you spend the mornings here, enjoying a fresh cup of coffee. Maybe it’s a full afternoon preparing meals for the week. You may even use it to spend quality time with your family or relax alone. However you spend your time in the kitchen, a lot of it is spent there. Why not take a little of that time and make it even more grand with some simple upgrades and design elements?

From backsplashes and countertops to hardware and finishes that match your style, there are a few things you can do to make your kitchen another highlight of your new home. Here is a guide you can use to get started transforming yours into the kitchen of your dreams.

Appraise Your Current Space

One aspect of your kitchen that’s difficult to change is the layout. If you’re building your Regal home from the ground up, you’ll have the added flexibility of choosing a floor plan that best fits your needs and being able to choose upgrades. When working around your existing layout, it helps to envision how you’d like to use your new kitchen. If you enjoy cooking, built-in appliances are a must-have for efficiency in your space. Or, if you’re someone who can’t stand the clutter, consider adding features like hidden trash cans or extra storage space. Knowing what you want to get out of your kitchen will make the rest of the design process that much simpler.

Match Your Preferred Style

Beyond knowing how you plan to use your new kitchen, it’s essential to be aware of your style preferences as well. Are you more bold and glamorous? Do you prefer lots of color? Or do you prefer a relaxed, simple style? When it comes to choosing a style to follow, you have plenty of options, including modern, traditional, classic, and more.

Do some research to discover which style speaks to you the most before making any concrete decisions. Schedule a time to walk through a few model homes or take a virtual tour of our several floor plans on our website to see what catches your eye. Once you have a clear idea of the style you’d like to incorporate into your kitchen, it will be easier for you to make decisions regarding the space’s design.

Choose Your Details

Now that you have the perfect style in mind, it’s time to start thinking about the details. This includes things like countertops, backsplashes, and hardware. Choosing the right hardware and countertops that complement your style is easy in theory, but it helps to know what you want before you make your final selections.

• Countertops and Backsplashes – When choosing your countertops and backsplashes, it helps to keep in mind how you’ll be using your kitchen. If you love testing out new recipes, tile and glass backsplashes are the ideal options thanks to their easy clean-up. Granite and quartz are very popular options for a luxurious looking backsplash.

In terms of countertops, decide whether you want movement or a more solid-looking design. Choosing a countertop that complements your backsplash will automatically give your kitchen a glamorous look. Marble countertops are a timeless option that adds depth and are easy to clean and maintain.

• Hardware – Choosing the right hardware finish is an important place to start, as you’ll want to coordinate this with your kitchen faucet and pendant lights. Pick a finish that corresponds to your chosen style and use it throughout the kitchen for a cohesive look. However, you can opt for mismatched hardware when it comes to the sink versus the cabinets. Brass and brushed gold hardware finishes will increase the sophistication already found throughout a Regal home design.

Build the Home of Your Dreams With Regal Homes

There’s no question that with Regal Homes’ years of experience, you won’t be able to find something that exceeds your exceptional tastes. With floor plans that include spacious bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, bathrooms, and more, there’s no reason to stop at the kitchen. Regal Homes has varying options available to choose from to make your home as unique and special as you. Whether you’d like us to build your home from the ground up or choose one of our already perfectly pre-designed homes, we’re here to help you.