Kitchen Remodeling
H&S Homes uses design-build methodology, a proven process that combines design and construction. Our team excels at major renovations, and take great pride in our finish and quality.
Kitchen Design is an Art
GET THE CHEF'S KITCHEN OF YOUR DREAMS
The most financially advantageous investment for significant home remodels is a kitchen renovation. The national average return on investment for upmarket kitchen remodels is 54%, according to the "Remodeling 2021 Cost vs. Value" report. If you ever plan to sell in the future, beautiful kitchens are the first amenity purchasers demand. However, iIf you intend to stay in your house, you'll want to make this room—possibly the most important one—extremely inviting and comfortable. This is the hub of the home, the primary location where you enjoy time with loved ones, friends, and food. It should bring you joy.
YOUR LUXURY KITCHEN
Comfortable, Functional
and Inspiring
With a variety of layouts, design elements, and finishes to choose from in your kitchen, we understand there is a lot to consider when taking on such a complex remodel.
Click on the links below to help guide you through the process.
What to Consider
Older Kitchen Renovation
Kitchen Layout
Concepts
Seating
Kitchen Cabinet
Choices
Kitchen Sink
Varieties
Lighting
Kitchen Storage
Ideas
Kitchen
Islands
Finishing
OLDER KITCHEN RENOVATION
When redesigning a kitchen in an older or historic property in Minnesota, the goal is to strike a balance between the old and the new. Different factors must be taken into account for each home and owner. H&S can help you discover and highlight the personality of your home's kitchen. We have extensive experience preserving the distinctive flavor of older homes' kitchens and modernizing them. Much of the charm of an older home is worth preserving since they often have hardwood flooring, or other distinguishing feature of the era. Making your floors the focal point of your kitchen by pairing them with white counters, tile, and trim will give you a modern kitchen without taking away from the personality. Exposing finishes is a tried-and-true architectural strategy for renovating historic homes particularly, because it marries the appeal of long-gone historical details with fresh, contemporary utility. However, renovating a kitchen in a historic house in Minnesota, is about more than just bringing back the old elegance. It also involves adding fresh, complimentary finishes to the room that represen you. While some homeowners like an elegant kitchen, others prefer a kitchen with a little more personality, which can be achieved with colored islands, interesting backsplashes, or unique and unexpected finishes.
CABINETS
Perhaps a few of us have already thought out the specific types of custom cabinets we desire when it comes to kitchen design and remodeling. However, the majority of us don't always know what we like until we see it. Long-lasting favorites include white-painted cabinets, but right now, it's all about dark, saturated cabinets or pastel colors. Different shades of blue are also popular for those who prefer to keep a brighter appearance. Although a glossy sheen gives them a new look, shaker cabinets are by no means a new trend; they have long been a popular choice for cabinetry and are not likely to go out of style in the coming year. H&S can show you many types of cabinets so that e find the ones that fit your family and offer the most utility.
STORAGE
Storage is essential to prevent clutter and expand the usefulness of your space. Set up your room for seamless cooking and enjoyment during your next culinary get-together. Here are some excellent planning suggestions for your Minnesota kitchen remodeling that will help you make the most of your storage space and improve your workflow: Hide Appliances: By taking up important countertop space, even little appliances like a mixer, coffee maker, or microwave can contribute to clutter in your kitchen; yet many of these tools are essential for serious cooking. The answer? Find ways to conceal them! Creative cabinets that do just this are pull-up and roll-up doors, appliances behind a lovely wood façade, easy access slide-out shelves, wall-mounted drop-downs, hidden drawers, and drawer dividers. Your kitchen may occasionally have a wall where cabinets simply won't fit nicely. If you have any of these difficult places, think about installing little wall pull-outs in them. Long, narrow, open-sided wall pull-outs are perfect for storing tiny items. They might be used as a great and convenient spice rack, a spatula and utensil hanger, a pantry for condiments and smaller containers, or even a dish holder for mugs and small bowls. Larger pull-outs can be used for recycling bins, trash cans, or any other kind of cabinet storage. The Corner Cabinet: The awful corner cabinet is perhaps the most infamous kitchen storage location. It is such an inconvenient space that many homeowners even choose galley kitchens on purpose to avoid its wasted space. The traditional lazy Susan interior is perhaps the most popular remedy, but even this only partially solves the problem because homeowners still have to stoop and crane to see its contents. Today we have new and better solutions. Ask us about how to maximize and fall in love with the once-dreaded corner cabinet!
KITCHEN LAYOUT
There are hundreds of distinct possibilities available when looking at kitchen plans. You may occasionally feel your selections appear more difficult than they are. Study typical patterns and create the ideal floor plan for your own kitchen based on how you move and where you naturally expect amenities to be. Here are some of the most typical kitchen layouts. One Wall - These kitchen layouts, which are common in houses with limited square footage, consist of one wall of cabinetry and contain a refrigerator, sink, oven, countertop, and cabinets. Galley - Two parallel walls of cupboards, each with an appliance. typical of houses with compact floor plans. L-shape - The two open sides of the kitchen provide simple access to the rest of the house, while the perpendicular walls of the cabinets allow for pleasant movement between workstations. Horseshoe - Also known as a U-shaped kitchen, this layout makes use of three of the room's four sides for storage and appliances. Island - Add as an unobtrusive approach to adding storage, seating, counter space, or home for appliances that are physically juxtaposed and improve workflow. Peninsula - Cabinet protrusions connecting to a wall or a nearby counter on one end are most commonly found with an L-shaped or Horseshoe kitchen layout.
KITCHEN SINK
Beyond the sink's aesthetic, you should consider its size, location, and composition. Will you want a sink with one basin or two, for example? One basin makes washing and soaking large dishes simple, while two basins let you divide duties. Do you like a shallow or a deep sink? Again, deep sinks provide you with more space for your dishes but leaning over them for long periods could strain your back. If your sink requires positioning in the center of a countertop, an island, or even a corner, think about the arrangement of your entire kitchen. Which kind of materials—standard stainless steel, composite granite, fireclay, cast iron, natural stone, quartz, solid surface, or copper—do you prefer? Look at the advantages and disadvantages of each material before making your choice and how it will integrate with the rest of your design. Consider these popular sink models: Farmhouse Sinks- Commonly referred to as apron-front sinks, farm sinks have recently experienced a boom in popularity. Any kitchen will look charming thanks to its rustic appearance, and its deep, broad basins are quite practical. These sinks are occasionally constructed of cutting-edge materials like bamboo, although they are frequently made of porcelain and may have straight or beveled aprons. Homeowners would be wise to choose this sink only if it complements the design of their property because these sinks are statement pieces, and their long-term attractiveness on the market has not yet been established. - Under-Mount Sink: This design makes cleaning the countertop simple since crumbs can be swept right into the sink basin. It also has a smooth, modern appearance. However, it's crucial to keep in mind that the area where the countertop and sink meet needs regular cleaning. Choose a common size if you do decide to buy an undermount sink so that replacement is simpler. - Self-Rimming Sink: Compared to under-mount sinks, self-rimming sinks are simpler to install and repair, less costly, and less prone to leaks. They tend to complement most countertops, albeit they are not as unobtrusive as under-mounts. - Integrated Sink: An integrated sink has a countertop made of the same material as the basin. They are the simplest sink design to install and clean since they are elegant and minimalistic. However, since you'll also need new countertops, replacement is rather pricey if you ever change your mind about the style of sink you desire. - Prep Sink: As we mentioned earlier, sinks are possibly the most-used component in your kitchen. In fact, they work so hard that devoted cooks (as well as homes with wet bars or coffee stations) frequently add a second, smaller sink.
KITCHEN ISLAND
Kitchen islands allow you to truly showcase your individual design style. Kitchen islands offer the most storage and usefulness in addition to serving as a workplace. According to certain research, a newly renovated kitchen might even help you develop better eating habits. Modern furniture islands are taking the place of classic ones since they stand out from the kitchen cabinets surrounded by and are constructed from diverse materials. Frequently, old buffets or tables made of purposefully damaged wood are converted into islands. Islands have evolved into standard fixtures in almost every medium- and large-sized kitchen due to their numerous aesthetic and functional advantages. One of the greatest ways to improve traffic flow and provide extra storage and prep space is to incorporate a kitchen island. Here are some kitchen island designs to think about: -Create Space for Seating - There are typically two types of improvements: functional and ornamental. Fortunately, seating fits into both. Your kitchen is where you start your day with a revitalizing cup of coffee, where your children gather after school for a snack and homework, and where you catch up with friends while preparing drinks and small bites. Barstools hospitably tucked beneath an island overhang are the perfect option to add seating to your kitchen, which is used just as much for living as it is for cooking. - Include a Prep Sink or Hide Appliances – If you're a serious cook and like to entertain, your island should have a prep sink. Make sure to allow enough counter space on either side for meal preparation and dishwashing and think about getting a sink with a smart cutting board insertion to make your sink multi-functional. Additionally, the inside side of your island is the ideal location to conceal items like tiny beverage coolers and microwaves that are necessary for any kitchen, but you might not want on display. - Include Outlets - Having outlets, and enough of them is crucial in modern house designs. It's convenient to plug in where you are rather than rearrange your workspace, whether you need to plug in a KitchenAid mixer or simply charge your phone. However, as outlets are not recognized to improve aesthetics, we advise concealing them behind countertop lips and matching their color to either your countertop or cabinets, depending on where they are put. This enables both a refined appearance and unhindered operation Dress it Up - To improve the visual appeal of your kitchen island design, add cabinet paneling, beadboard, columns or furniture legs, or ornate corbels that go with your home's interior design theme. Because your island is naturally separated from the rest of your kitchen, it's a wonderful spot to tastefully introduce a burst of color in your cabinets or includes statement materials like reclaimed wood. Pay close attention to the drawer and doorknobs as well, as these small elements have the ability to tie your design scheme together and project assurance. - Prioritize the Basics - It might not seem like it, but one of the greatest ways to update your island is by paying attention to the fundamentals, such as selecting high-quality cabinets and sturdy countertop material. The characteristics of quality cabinet construction are covered in full on this old house, but in general, look for thick, solid wood and mortise-and-tenon joinery. Next, pick a countertop material that is attractive, long-lasting, and simple to maintain. Quartz and granite are common options. View our collection for ideas on how to put each of them into practice.
