The Ufema team hopes everyone had a great weekend and got to relax! As we head into the summer, more and more people will host summer parties. July 4th and Memorial Day weekend are days to be commemorated and allow us to have fun with family and friends. Part of hosting parties means spending time in the kitchen preparing appetizers and meals for your crowd. These summer get-togethers are a perfect time to show off your newly remodeled kitchen. After all, the kitchen is said to be the heart of your home, so why not make it beautiful?

Cabinets

When someone walks into your kitchen, the first thing that draws attention to their eyes is your kitchen cabinets. Even if you have a smaller kitchen, switching out the old oak color cabinets for white ones will instantly make the space brighter. There are various shades and tones of white, and the professionals at Ufema Contracting can help you decide what tone is right for your kitchen. It may be Bright White, Cream, or even Ivory, which creates the overall jaw-dropping look of your kitchen.

Color Tone

A well-thought-out color palette can be the difference between coordinated kitchen colors or simply colors that don't make sense. Light colors like white, pair well with light-colored wood, black, or silver. Taking a look at the kitchen above (made by Ufema Contracting), we see white cabinets that pair perfectly with a butcher block island and dark granite countertops. This gorgeous kitchen wouldn’t be what it is today without them. We can continue to look back at this photo as a reference for the work they do, I think it’s safe to say “They know how to build kitchens”. Instead of silver, we have stainless steel appliances to compliment the white tone and darker handles to make the cabinet handles pop out. Unlike laundry, sometimes pairing lights and darks together can be crucial to make your kitchen stand out. A grey-and-white color scheme for the walls and trim will immediately make the home feel more modern.

Lighting

New light fixtures are essential for any remodel, especially a kitchen remodel. Just like the dark handles, these light fixtures are darker, drawing attention to them. Bright LED light bulbs highlight the room, making it appear more open and bright. Each kitchen is unique and different light fixtures go well with different kitchens. If these pendant lights are not your style, they can be swapped out for a farmhouse one. One solid farmhouse light fixture would draw more attention to the kitchen. Just like everything else, when deciding on aspects of your kitchen remodel, don’t be afraid to seek the advice of Ufema professionals. Some light fixtures may be too big or too small for your kitchen.

Open Concept

A more modern approach to kitchen remodelers is an open concept. An open-concept design could be turning your kitchen and dining room into one big room or finding a way to make the kitchen feel more open. One way of doing this is by removing the upper cabinets and installing floating shelves. Floating shelves will make the room feel more open and can be tailored for any style. If your kitchen is more farmhouse than boho, you can choose to install simple wooden shelves. Or if you like the look of noticeable hardware, you may want industrial-style shelving. Whatever the case may be, floating shelving is a great way to spruce up your kitchen.

The contractor that remodels your kitchen matters, it could be the reason your cabinet paint is chipping or why your kitchen feels darker than it's supposed to. After all, your kitchen shouldn't feel like a dunjun and a kitchen remodel is a great way to elevate any home and will certainly be a talking point at any party. Whatever your remodel needs, Ufema Contracting Inc. can help. Each kitchen idea discussed should be thought out by a professional, so be sure to give us a call at (978) 771-7936 to discuss your home needs and be sure to head to ufemacontractinginc.com to request an estimate for your next home remodel.