An outdated kitchen doesn’t just look unappealing. It may also prevent you from maximizing the space. For example, your family’s grown, but the space for dining hasn’t, and eating together often means sitting in different areas in the kitchen. So a remodel may be in order.
The good news is that reinventing the space doesn’t have to cost too much. You could, over time, make small changes, like modifying your storage with flat-panel kitchen cabinets to modernize the space. Even better, you may be able to recoup what you spent. So when you’re about ready to revitalize your kitchen, think about it in terms of resale appeal.
Upgrading Your Kitchen Design
Style preference varies between baby boomers and millennial homeowners. The younger generation prefers modern or farmhouse; while the older generation is likely to choose a traditional style. In general, 22 percent of homeowners like the contemporary style and 19 percent would go for transitional.
Consider the following trends:
- Backsplash feature wall – designers are extending the tile up to the ceiling this 2019 rather than just above the counter. It adds texture and visual interest to your kitchen.
- Moody hues – dark colors will be popular in kitchens again this 2019, according to designers. Navy, black, and forest green are a few colors you can consider for the space.
- Pink kitchen cabinets – blush pink is not going anywhere, at least this year. This pastel hue is reinventing itself by showing in unexpected places, like kitchen cabinets. Create a calming space by pairing the color with natural colors, such as cream, grey, and baby blue.
An Updated Kitchen Helps Improve Your Way of Life
A kitchen update could also improve your health and wellness. A 2017 study shows 33 percent of homeowners say they experienced a healthier lifestyle after renovating their kitchen. Meanwhile, 41 percent say they can cook more meals at home, and 76 percent cook five or more meals a week.
Remodeling your kitchen also allows you to change its layout to suit your lifestyle and meet your family’s needs. Having an inviting space to prepare and eat meals promote more family time. Instead of dining in a restaurant, you’ll likely stay home for dinner.
Kitchen Remodeling Offers Generous ROI
Smart kitchen remodels also have a way of persuading potential home buyers. The Zillow Group Consumer Housing Trends Report 2018 reveals 58 percent of individuals who bought a home in the past 12 months admit the design of the kitchen affected their home-buying decision. They choose homes that have their preferred kitchen style.
But be smart with your kitchen remodeling project. Not all kitchen upgrades offer a high return on investment (ROI). A 100 percent ROI is rare. According to 2019 Cost vs. Value report, a midrange major kitchen remodel provides 62.1 percent return. This project includes the use of a functional layout of 30 linear feet of semi-custom wood cabinets and other kitchen elements in a 200-square-foot kitchen.
An upscale major kitchen remodeling, on the other hand, can give you a 59.7 percent return. This project involves adding 30 linear feet of high-quality custom white cabinets equipped with fixed sliding shelves to a 200-square-foot kitchen.
A kitchen remodel doesn’t just have to be about modernizing the space. Its benefits can extend to an improved lifestyle and ROI when you’re reselling the house. So before you start changing anything, think about its overall design, your budget, and key elements that may appeal to potential buyers.
