The kitchen is often called the heart of the home, so it's best to create one that you love. When designing a custom kitchen, there are many quality options for cabinets, countertops, flooring, sinks, and lighting to choose between. If you're beginning this process, consider the following features to improve your kitchen and home.

What Should You Include In Your Custom Kitchen?

1. Well-Lit Cabinetry

Instead of having a single or limited source of light in your kitchen, consider installing light inside, below, and above your cabinetry. With various options, you'll be able to tailor your lighting to your mood and needs. For example, you can illuminate the cutting board and pots when you're cooking, or show off your beautiful, cabinets and dishware when you're hosting.

2. Quartz Countertops

Quartz is a material that mimics marble or granite, except it's much easier to maintain. Unlike natural stone, quartz doesn't need to be sealed, as it's naturally resistant to heat, scratches, and impact. Because it's a non-porous material, it also won't host bacteria and viruses. All you need to do to keep it clean is wipe it over with a warm, soapy cloth. You can also customize quartz by choosing colors and patterns that go with the rest of your kitchen.

3. Custom Cabinets

In a custom kitchen, you can create storage solutions to fit your specific cooking and eating habits. Do you have a lot of pots and pans that you don't know what to do with? Design a cabinet that's made to store them to prevent unwieldy stacking and unpleasant noises. If you use a lot of spices, get a custom spice rack, so you're not frantically searching for the right bottle while cooking. You can even tuck away trash bins and appliances into cabinets to save floor and counter space.

  Creating a custom kitchen is both exciting and overwhelming, which is why Kitchen Living, LLC in Marlborough, CT, is there to help you through the process. Their team of excellent designers will help you every step of the way to create cohesive, cost-effective designs for your kitchen. They have over a decade of experience with custom cabinets, countertops, flooring, sinks, lighting, and more. Call (860) 819-5847 to make an appointment, and visit their showroom to get a feel for their products. You can also visit their website to learn more about their services, or watch this informative video for a peek at their beautiful work.