COVID vs. Kitchen
COVID-19 restrictions have inspired a number of significant home improvement projects over the last year, with outdoor spaces, bathroom renovations and kitchen remodels topping wish lists. With many people sheltering in place due to the coronavirus pandemic, homeowners reported a significant uptick in baking and cooking activities compared to the months prior to the pandemic. In fact, a recent poll conducted by the National Association of Realtors, also concluded that potential home buyers “are seemingly altering their preferences for specific home features as a result of the COVID- 19 pandemic.” In fact, 1 in 8 realtors report covid as the top reason for the shift in preferred features when purchasing a home.
Here are the top three reasons our members have given us for starting their dream kitchen renovation during a pandemic.
Layout Lunacy
Kitchens that haven’t been updated for a while tend to accumulate a lot of…idiosyncrasies. This could include awkward configurations that won’t allow you to open the refrigerator door if a particular drawer is open, minimal countertop space for prepping dinner, or a space that’s simply too small – all of which can be easily rectified to make your kitchen more enjoyable, functional space.
Lifestyle Limbo
Household needs are changing. With everyone being home all the time you need more seating space, countertop space, oven or burner options, a larger refrigerator, and even more cabinet and pantry storage. Or perhaps you’ve always wanted a gourmet kitchen with quartz counters, a rack for hanging pots, a warming drawer, a dedicated wine refrigerator, or a second oven. If your current space doesn’t fit your lifestyle, a remodel can make it the kitchen of your dreams.
Changing Times
It’s important to remember that the fact that millions of people have been compelled to spend unprecedented amounts of time inside their homes during the past year. This may have had a long term effect on people’s changing preferences for features in their homes – too much HGTV can do that to a person. Although a full kitchen renovation will cost more than refacing your cabinets, the ROI is greater and will only increase more in value.
It’s important to have a kitchen that not only looks beautiful but also functions for your needs. Are you ready to get started? Book a free estimate with our expert Kitchen Renovation Contractors Today
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