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Frequently referred to as the “heart of the home,” gourmet kitchens serve as a prime gathering space for friends, family, neighbors, and more. From meals to memories, these busy hubs procure more than just delicious recipes, and the time we spend in them never feels wasted.
And spend time in them we do. According to a study from OnePoll, homeowners use their kitchens an average of 400 hours per year. For those who love cooking, that time increases, and creating a practical environment that feels comfortable, convenient, and stylish is top-of-mind.
When planning your next kitchen remodeling project, consider these five areas to improve functionality, and you'll feel like an at-home sous chef in no time.
No matter your kitchen renovation plans, function always starts with smart design. Your kitchen layout should be conducive to moving about your main workstations. A good guideline for that is “the work triangle.”
The kitchen work triangle focuses on the appropriate spacing of your sink, refrigerator, and cooking appliance. Joining the center of each creates three legs of a triangle. The National Kitchen and Bath Association recommends keeping four feet of space between the centers of each, but no more than nine. Additionally, designers suggest no significant traffic patterns should cross through the triangle.
When accounting for multiple sinks, separate cooktops, ovens, or more than one person cooking and prepping at a time, you must re-evaluate the triangle. If you can’t change the flow of your kitchen, just keep in mind the distance between workstations and divide work so that you aren’t interrupting the flow of others. Additionally, including a pot filler could help limit trips between your cook space and sink, thus aiding the feng shui of your entire kitchen.
A dedicated prep space will benefit any modern gourmet kitchen. Perfect for those who prioritize organization and decluttered countertops, turning your kitchen island into an additional place to gather ingredients, cut veggies, and follow recipes instantly keeps other surfaces clean and clear.
Additionally, kitchen islands may have more surface area than traditional countertops, especially when you factor in overhead cabinets and beloved appliances. The added space allows you to comfortably sprawl out, making large party preparations feel like a walk in the park.
For your revamped kitchen island, consider installing a compact sink and pull-down faucet. As seen in this minimalist space, our Ridgeway Two-Tone Faucet towers over our Easley Fireclay Farmhouse sink, giving users more opportunities to make meals while interacting with guests.
Perfect for those who can’t complete a full kitchen redesign, swapping single-function fixtures for high performers instantly gives your kitchen an effective edge.
Especially in the case of faucets, versatile fixtures can make a world of difference in your space. Plus, they are relatively simple to install with household tools. Depending on your specific needs, consider faucets with features such as touchless motion sensor technology, hand sprays, swivel spouts, pull-down spray heads, spring spouts, and more.
As for kitchen sinks, choosing configurations with multiple bowls or clever accessories streamlines any gourmet kitchen. By having separate bowls, you can cook while keeping dirty dishes at bay. Often made of stainless steel or fireclay, these easy-to-clean, durable additions accommodate pots and pans and come in various sizes to best suit your space.
When shopping for kitchen sinks, consider any helpful accessories that may aid in the flow of your kitchen. Add-ons such as cutting boards, sink grids, and colanders instantly simplify your space.
Perfect for a luxury gourmet kitchen, turning unused walls into a dry or wet bar is a great way to engage guests and entertain in style. These installations serve as functional conversation starters, especially for liquor hobbyists and frequent hosts. Not only do they impress in any space, but they also provide an activity for visitors to explore while you finish cooking meals.
Standard wet bar essentials include bar or prep sinks, bar faucets, and shelf brackets for easy access to glasses and liquors. However, these fixtures can change depending on how you intend to use the space. For example, in this bright home bar, our Atlas Stainless Steel Prep Sink and Ravenel Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet work together to wash used barware.
Alternatives to wet or dry bars include coffee bars, butler’s pantries, and breakfast nooks.
No gourmet kitchen is complete without the finishing touch of hardware. Adorn your cabinets with easy-to-grasp knobs or pulls to bring your vision to life.
Choose accents that reflect your Signature style and include detailing that feels elevated to the touch. Our wide selection of hardware comes in multiple enduring finishes to best match existing decor.
If you want to go a step further, other additions, such as cremone bolts and appliance pulls, as seen here, are another great way to complete the look. These luxurious details elevate even the most mundane must-haves and provide essential performance.