Must-Haves for a Luxury Kitchen

A luxury kitchen can look very different from home to home. Our designers do their best to make each space unique and functional but there are some features that will help set your kitchen above the rest. Here are some “must-haves” we chose that would help spice up your space and help set your house above the rest.

1) Built in Ovens:

Having two ovens is perfect for creating delicious gourmet meals in half the time. Newer oven models even have a steam feature that makes healthy eating a snap.

2) Induction Cooktops:

These wonderful cooktops prepare meals much faster than gas while still giving the heat control of gas. With a bridge element that allows for more even cooking as well as ease of clean up, these cooktops are becoming much more popular.

3) Built in Refrigeration:

Built-ins have many new features such as humidity controlled vegetable compartments, sealed snack drawers and digital thermostats that keep the entire unit at just the right temperature.

4) Pot Fillers:

These faucets are used in restaurants all the time. They are great for filling the large stock pots and keeping just the right amount of water while sautéing. They look very professional and save on time while cooking.

5) Quiet Dishwashers:

In today’s market a quiet dishwashers are a must. Most models will provide a noise rating so the homeowner can be sure to get the sound quality they desire. .

6) Walk in Pantries:

These rooms keep the kitchen free of clutter. In the luxury kitchen you will sometimes find wine coolers, microwaves and coffee bars as part of the pantry.

7) Reclaimed Materials:

Solid, sturdy wood that’s been used is all the rage in today’s luxury kitchen. Whether in the reclaimed wood floors or countertops these materials add ecofriendly materials to today’s remodels.

8) Wireless Technology:

We all know this feature adds piece of mind along with ease of use in today’s technological world. Whether it’s turning on the remote controlled oven or locking your doors, all can be done remotely.
While most of these suggestions may be out of your price range or functionality guidelines, some ideas will truly help to save great amounts of time and money. A homeowner’s job is never complete when it comes to upkeep and renovation. Creating a kitchen that will last for years is optimal and the best way to attain a long-lasting luxury kitchen would be to hire contractors and designers that will create according to your needs. Our team is always standing by so feel free to contact us for a free consultation on all your kitchen needs.

By Trish Takacs