They say that the kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s the place where we create beautiful feasts for holiday gatherings, and it’s where the spirit of family and friendship comes together. It is also the aesthetic focal point of the home and it sets the tone for everything around it. When people ask me what the best investment is that they can make in their home, I always start with updating their kitchen.
A full kitchen makeover is, next to the backyard, the most expensive update you can do, but it’s also the most impactful. With that said, though, it doesn’t HAVE to be overly expensive and most homes can get away with simple touches that could be as easy as adding cabinet hardware, adding a backsplash, or changing outdated light fixtures. If you really want to make a statement and enhance the whole space, change the face of your kitchen island and watch your kitchen transform.
As I said, doing a full remodel or a facelift to the entire kitchen can be expensive, but you can update your island for only a few hundred dollars and a bit of sweat-equity. Looking at the few examples below, you can see how simple the designs are and how much of a difference it makes to the kitchen.
With today’s styles and trends, something as easy as a traditional board & batten, shiplap, or geometric pattern can make your island stand out and give you a foundation to build upon as you continue your home improvements.
Painting your island in a contrasting and complementary color will also go a long way and will draw your eye to your handiwork. If all of this sounds like a great idea, but you don’t have the tools, knowhow, or desire to do it yourself, feel free to reach out to me and I’ll hook you up with some of the best trades in the business that can make it happen for you.
