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Kitchen stuck in the 80's !!

$Kitchen stuck in the 80\$

My kitchen needs help !! I live in the house I grew up in. I am the one in our family that hosts the birthdays and holidays. I love to cook and entertain, but I would like a more modern space ... I can picture my new kitchen having IKEA cabinets, countertops, appliances, flooring and lighting. I would like to totally re-do the space. My plan is to have the refrigerator, stove and microwave moved to open up the wall that goes into my living room. I would like to put at breakfast bar in that space, as well as an island in the middle of the room. On the side where the sink is, I would like to put the refrigerator and also add a tall pantry to store groceries. Where the stovetop is I'd put the microwave right above it and put in a stove/oven combination. When I go to IKEA I am amazed at all the beautiful room ideas they have. I have the Billy bookcases in my living room, as well as a couple of pieces in my bedroom. It would be wonderful to have a new kitchen from IKEA !!!

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Sep 17, 2011. 12:51 AM

rickharris says:

Much is so personal that only by sitting down with you could any designer help.

Try this Make what is called a mood board by finding things you like on the web or in magazines and cutting them all onto a single page. Colours shapes, equipment even kitchens you like.

This then gives some idea of where your at.

In a large kitchen like yours a central island works well. Either with hob and work space on it or with sink and work space or just as work space and an informal eating area.

Modern kitchens tend to be light in colour, feature stainless steel and good ligting.