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Orange County Kitchen Renovation Projects

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Looking for kitchen renovation ideas? Look no further than Inspired Remodels, the inspired pros when it comes to Orange County kitchen renovation.

Here is a look at what’s cooking in Orange County.

Showstoppers

In design, a showstopper causes you to pause. You stop and literally pay attention to a design element. It can be something as large as a stone countertop with unbelievable marbling or as ingenious as an island that runs the length of the kitchen.

Which of these showstoppers takes your breath away?

Is it this kitchen in Foothills Ranch? Have you ever seen stone with such a unique design? The countertop drops jaws and sparks awe in everyone that walks in the room.

How about this kitchen in Santa Ana?

The kitchen island spans the entire length of the room. That’s an island with 5, count them, 5 double cabinets underneath. Which makes you stop and say “WOW”. Next, you probably start plotting all the cookware and appliance you could store in that island. Holiday dishes, special dinner dishes, you could even have special table service just for Friday – just because.

Of course, the lights are stunning as well. But they literally don’t hold a candle to that vast expanse of island.

Or imagine waking up to this kitchen every morning!

A simply stunning eat-in kitchen exudes so much sophistication you feel as if you’ve walked onto a Hollywood set, not a newly finished Orange County kitchen renovation project.

Details, Details, Details

The devil may be in the details, but so is style and functionality. These Orange County kitchen remodels pay attention to every last detail for rooms that look incredible and are an incredible breeze to use.

Take a look at the attention paid to lighting in this kitchen remodel.

How many types of lighting do you see? Let’s start with the recessed lighting overhead. High hats provide light to the entire space. Next, pendant lights illuminate the island. Because this space doubles as a workspace and eating area, lighting is crucial.

Now, how about those under-the-cabinet lights? That’s great for task lighting while you work and ambient lighting at night. Finally, take a look at the shelves. See how the top shelf is illuminated by top lighting?

Those are the little details that make a big difference in the results of a kitchen renovation project.

Next, take a look at this little detail that makes cooking so much easier.

Decora cabinet company offers many options when it comes to custom storage solutions. This Orange County kitchen renovation project incorporated a small pull-out cabinet next to the stove. Think of the steps you save when you have a mini-pantry right next to your cooking area! You know you need salt and pepper, but do you really want to leave them out on the countertop? Probably not. This little detail solves the problem.

Orange County Kitchen Remodel Experts

Are you ready to turn your dreams into reality? Then stop wishing and start planning.

Stop by the Inspired Remodels showroom and bring your lookbook. You may find a few items to add.

Then schedule a consultation. Inspired Remodels is more than just a kitchen remodeling company. You receive full design and build services. That means from the initial design (incorporating your showstoppers and details) to the final sweep of the broom, Inspired Remodels takes care of the entire process.

You have one point of contact and much less stress when you work with Inspired Remodels. Visit the Lake Forest Showroom, give us a call at (949) 716-1938 or Contact Us online to get your project started.

Kitchen Contractor Tips for a Great Kitchen

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What makes a great kitchen great? Is the the gleaming floor, the smudge free fridge, or the whimsical backsplash? All of those elements may be present in a great kitchen. But you don’t need them to have a great kitchen. A great kitchen is great because it’s got an easy-to-use design and no space is wasted. Inspired Remodels is the Orange County kitchen contractor that knows what makes a great kitchen. Here’s a few tips to make your kitchen great.

Let There Be Light

You never stumble around in the dark in a great kitchen. A great kitchen makes the best use of natural light and adds in room lighting and task lighting.

Recessed lighting brightens the kitchen. Lights under the upper cabinets sneaks in additional task lighting. Who doesn’t want to see clearly when you’re slicing, dicing, and chopping?

Decorative lighting helps set the mood. Dimmer switches are great when your kitchen is part of an open concept area.

This kitchen uses decorative pendant lights to provide task lighting. Now that’s a lighting two-fer. Two-fers are great in the kitchen; they are the antithesis of the unitasker loathed by TV chef and cultural icon, Alton Brown. Unitaskers serve one purpose and take up valuable space.

Great Kitchens Make Great Use of Space

There’s not an inch of wasted space in a great kitchen. It’s one of the things that makes it so great.

Above, the slender space between the custom cabinets and stove was used for a small pull-out cabinet. Now you aren’t storing 10 pounds of rice here, but what are you doing with 10 pounds of rice any way?

It’s size and location make it perfect for salt, pepper, and any other spices and seasonings you might want to grab while using the cook top.

Another place space is frequently wasted is the lower cabinet kick space. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

A savvy kitchen contractor knows one way to turn a kitchen into a great space is to add a pull out step in place of a kick space.

This is particularly helpful for reaching the top shelves of upper cabinets. Even those that aren’t vertically challenged appreciate this type of convenience.

Or how about a kitchen island that doubles as a table? Once again, this kitchen contractor slayed the evil unitasker by making the island large enough to double as a table. A normal island doesn’t seat 6 comfortably. This one does.

The eat-in kitchen isn’t dead, it just looks different. It’s one of those things that makes a great kitchen great.

A Great Kitchen Contractor Crafts Great Kitchens

Inspired Remodels is a great kitchen contractor serving the Orange County area. They design and build great kitchens. And, they turn your inspired kitchen dreams into inspired remodeled kitchens.

Ready for your great kitchen or want more ideas? Call (949) 716-1938 or Contact Us online today.

Custom Kitchen Remodeling Ideas for Inspiration

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Thinking about making a change in your kitchen this year but aren’t sure where to start? Check out these ideas and get your custom kitchen remodeling juices flowing. Inspired Remodels is all about sharing our inspiration to spark your creativity. Here’s what’s going on in Orange County kitchen remodeling.

Built In for Convenience and Style

These days, the kitchen is the center of entertaining. So why not put everything you need in one spot that ties the kitchen to adjacent entertaining room? Well, why not?

What’s not to love about this built-in bar at the end of the kitchen space? It’s stylish and ties in perfectly with the rest of the kitchen. there’s plenty of storage for stemware space to display decorative steins, and room for a full liquor cabinet and wine storage. The countertop is an easy-to-clean surface and matches perfectly with the rest of the kitchen as you can see in this shot.

Now, guests can help themselves to a beverage and still be part of the action in the kitchen without getting in the way of the cook! Great for guests and even better for the cook in the kitchen. This is a kitchen that is built for entertaining.

Color is King

Don’t be afraid of a little color in the kitchen. Sure, white is still a favorite for it’s “clean” look, but you can still add pops of color. A little can go a long way to change the look of a kitchen. See how these blue lights do more than just provide illumination?

That vibrant blue is just the right touch of color to be a game-changer in an otherwise neutral kitchen. The crackled look to the glass adds texture to the light. Pendant lights are one way to add accent color to a kitchen. But, they aren’t the only way. Tile is more than just a material for backsplashes and floors. It brings color too.

We all know that grey is the new black. But, sometimes gray and white need to have a colorful fun. The aqua and green in this tile accent piece create a permanent work of art above the cooktop. And unlike other art forms, this tile won’t be damaged by heat and will be easily cleaned of any grease or food splatters. An area that prominent demands a special touch, and this tile does the job with style.

Wood Doesn’t Need to Be Wood Anymore

Wood adds a natural warmth to any room. But caring for wood in a high-traffic or heavy-duty use room isn’t easy. Wood floor may look beautiful in a kitchen, but they aren’t always practical. So get wood warmth and style with the durability of tile! Wood-look tile has been a mainstay for bathrooms but it’s coming to a kitchen near you..or maybe even your kitchen. Many custom kitchen remodeling jobs in Orange County are using wood-look tile in the kitchen. It’s easy care and durable.

You can’t tell the difference between the wood cabinets and the “wood” floor. This tile will stand up to spills, dropped knives, and heavy traffic. It’s the perfect floor for a busy kitchen. Damp mopping won’t mar or dull the shine. This floor will last for many years. Unlike wood, it won’t need refinishing.

Wood doesn’t need to be dark. See how this wood-look tile complements the white cabinetry? This simple but stylish kitchen remodeling project incorporated a wood-look tile in tones to complement the traditional tile backsplash and contrast with the white wood cabinets.

Inspired Custom Kitchen Remodeling Starts with Inspired Remodels

Stop dreaming of a custom kitchen remodel and start planning one today. The design/build experts at Inspired Remodels are ready to help you design and create a new custom kitchen that works as well as it looks. From custom cabinets, to built-ins, to new flooring and more, Inspired Remodels is where inspired custom kitchens start. Call (949) 716-1938 or Contact Inspired Remodels online and schedule a consultation today.