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Is the Era of Stainless Steel Over? See What this Kitchen Remodeler Has to Say

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Stainless steel and granite have been the hallmarks of high-end kitchens every since home improvement shows came to TV. Turn on the tube and you would think that stainless steel has always been the most popular finish in the kitchen and will always be the most popular. But appliance finishes have trends, and one Orange County kitchen remodeler sees new trends on the horizon.

Custom panel appliances

Custom panel appliances wrap your appliances in the warmth of wood. Appliances disappear until called into action.

These custom cabinets by Decora show how the same maple cabinets can be finished in a variety of ways. They don’t show the appliances. Can you see the refrigerator in this picture?

Here it is! The Lunar Twilight and Cobblestone finishes combine to give the custom cabinetry a furniture look. The appliance panel completely camouflages the refrigerator. Decora isn’t the only brand offering appliance covers. Kitchen Craft makes appliance panels for dishwashers and refrigerators and Inspired Remodels installs them beautifully.

The upscale kitchen of today looks less like a repository of metal and more like the home of warm woods. With the move to open concept homes where kitchens flow into living areas, it only makes sense to craft kitchens with clean looks. Appliance panels do the job.

Warm color appliances

Miele, one of the world leaders in appliance innovation introduced the Truffle Brown appliance to blend into warm wood tones. The Truffle Brown brings Euro sensibility to California’s kitchens. The simple but sleek floating handle is still stainless steel, but the rest is a sleek, smudge-proof surface.

Miele Truffle Brown Oven

You may not think this truffle brown color is swoon-worthy when you see it on the white background of this blog. Instead of truffle,you may think cold coffee.

But when you take this warm, truffle brown color and pair it with rich wood you get an amazing look.

Ovens, warming drawer and built in coffee machine in Truffle Brown provide the clean lines called for in this open concept design.

Just imagine how that would look in stainless steel.

One kitchen remodeler for any look

Whether you dream of stainless and granite or a more trendy kitchen, Inspired Remodels is the kitchen remodeler that will turn those dreams into reality.

Inspired Remodels will sit down with you and assess the space available and talk to you about how you use your kitchen. Cooking and entertaining patterns will be considered. Inspired Remodels is more than just a kitchen remodeler; they are kitchen designers. They see what’s possible where others just see the impossible.

Call (949) 716-1938 to schedule a consultation with Inspired Remodels today.

Why Work with a Design Build Remodeling Contractor

If you are remodeling your kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, or any other room in your house it pays to work with a design-build remodeling contractor. It is much more efficient, reduces the chances of communication errors, and makes for a smoother experience. Here’s why.

Traditional Model

With the traditional model, you would hire a designer to create your design. This person would work with you to come up with the floor plan, layout, finishes, and fixtures associated with the remodel. They would come up with specifications and turn the job over to you. The designer or planner may or may not be able to make recommendations for a contractor to do the work. They may or may not be willing to manage the work. Commonly, you take the architectural plans, find your contractor, and supervise the job. If there is any question about materials or the plan, the contractor lets you know, you check with the designer and then get back with the contractor.

This isn’t the easiest or most efficient way to do the job. But it does give you the benefit of the services of an experienced designer.

Design Build Model

With a design-build model, the contractor provides design services. The contractor has a person on staff who works with you to create your design. You sit down with your idea book and the designer listens to how you want to use the space as well as your wants and needs. The designer then works with you to create a plan that incorporates what you want out of the space with the budget you have established.

Once the designer is finished the plans are turned over to the build portion of the company. The general contractor brings in the necessary materials and subcontractors to do the work. If there is a question about the plan, communication is easy because the contractor and designer are not only on the same team, they work for the same company.

This model reduces homeowner stress. It also improves communication. Design-build increases the probability that the job will be completed on time and budget.

Sample of Work by Inspired Remodels – Orange County’s Design Build Remodeling Contractor

Work with a Professional Remodeling Contractor

No matter which approach you take, work with a professional remodeling contractor. A professional remodeling contractor knows what permits must be pulled, has relationships with professional tradesmen, carries liability insurance, and is licensed by the State of California.

A professional won’t burn you on your kitchen remodel or leave you underwater with a bathroom do-over. Most of the horror stories you hear are the result of working with unlicensed contractors, so hire a pro.

Inspired Remodels is Orange County’s Design Build Remodeling Contractor

Get Inspired from Floor to Ceiling

Want the best for your next bathroom or kitchen remodel? Hire the best. Hire Inspired Remodels. Joe and Jason Mueller will sit down with you to discuss your project. They turn your dream into reality. They craft kitchens that function as well as they look, bathrooms and bedrooms that provide a retreat, custom cabinets, and fabulous fireplaces. Whether you need one room or a whole house, Inspired Remodels is up to the task. Just check out what their clients have to say on Yelp. Then call (949) 716-1938 and schedule your appointment today.

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On-Line Kitchen Remodel Planner Makes Design Easier

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This article was originally published on June 28, 2017, and is updated to reflect current product availability.

Thinking about a new kitchen remodel? Not sure where to start? Thanks to the internet, you’ve got plenty of on-line tools to help. An on-line kitchen remodel planner or planning helps you decide how to layout your kitchen. Here are just a few great tools.

Room Sketcher

Room Sketcher lets you try different floor plans, appliances, fixtures, finishes, and countertops. Know what will work in your space before you start talking to contractors. It’s easy to use. Just draw your walls, pick what you like, drag, and drop. This tool offers a great way to try out multiple designs, especially if you aren’t sure of your creative skills. Want a peninsula or an island? Draw them both and compare! Decide you don’t like it? Delete it! It’s fast and easy to use. Create 3D photos to share with contractors. Use the AI to create 360-degree views and high-resolution photos. The basic version provides all the basic functionality you need to get started. Go Pro and get a 30 free trial.

Kitchen Planner

KitchenPlanner.net offers an alternative to downloadable software. Just navigate to the site, click the button, and start planning your kitchen remodel. Select the layout, place your windows and doors, then start adding your design elements. Pick from base, wall, and custom cabinets. Add appliances, choose finishes, and create 3D renditions of your kitchen remodel design. This kitchen remodel planner makes planning easy for the technically challenged.

Lowe’s Kitchen Visualizer

Lowe’s offers a basic Kitchen Visualizer tool online. Start with one of their preset floor plans and add design elements. This kitchen remodel planner offers an easy-to-use option but limited flexibility. The only design elements available in the planner are items sold by Lowe’s. But the tool allows you to play with mixing and matching finishes, colors, and materials to help you decide what you find visually pleasing.

Professional Kitchen Remodel Planner

Nothing beats the experience of a professional. That’s why after you’ve played with an online kitchen remodel planner it is time to sit down with a professional kitchen designer. Inspired Remodels reviews your rough designs and floor plans and determines if they work in the space available. In addition, a professional kitchen remodel designer thinks of all the details you never considered. In a kitchen, lighting creates a safe working environment and is a crucial design element. A professional understands how to use lighting. A professional kitchen remodel designer knows how to create a kitchen that minimizes the steps between workstations but maximizes the beauty of the space.

Ready to get started? Contact Inspired Remodels to schedule your appointment.