CONSUMER INFORMATION

Cookbooks To Tablets

Technology is what’s trending in today’s kitchen.

Today’s kitchen trends encompass far more than colors, countertops, flooring, and appliances.  Your grandmother’s recipe cards or cookbooks are now the latest framed Pinterest project.  Milk, bread, and flour, once staples in your grandmother’s kitchen, have now been replaced with a refrigerator that includes HD televisions and mounted kitchen tablets that are functional and fun.

Consumers have come to expect technology in all facets of their lives; the kitchen is no exception!

It is important how the kitchen fits into your lifestyle, and it is even more important how it functions.

Kitchens are now being designed as smart kitchens, with mobile devices everywhere. Smart homes feature Wi-Fi-enabled appliances – all of which must be considered in your kitchen design.  Home management is important, and you may want to have a message center, a drop zone, key racks, mail-slots, and individual storage for each family member and even for the four-legged family members.  Custom cabinet design features can help you customize your space.

Technology is being integrated into the kitchen design.  Interactive appliances with touch screens, digital devices compatible with phones and tablets, docking drawers and charging stations are increasingly popular in the latest kitchen designs.  Wireless appliances such as blenders and toasters are on the horizon.

Smart Appliances

Microwave drawers, as well as refrigerator drawers and warming drawers, are becoming more popular for their function and the safety for all generations, as we now have young and old living together in one home.

Accessibility, functionality, storage, style, and “going green” are additional design trends being integrated into today’s kitchen design. Money-saving tips include having energy-efficient appliances, low-flow faucets, task lighting, and natural light.

At Walker Woodworking, we will not only customize your cabinets, but we will also customize the design process to fit your family’s needs, keeping up with all the latest trends! Fitting all your wants and needs into one space and your budget is our utmost objective!

Call us today for more information about how we can help you customize your kitchen! 704-434-0823

Walker Woodworking, we know that the decision to paint cabinets or other wood furniture is a personal one. Still, our team of local cabinet makers near Charlotte, North Carolina, wants to address whether there are times when painting may not be advisable.

Walnut is getting a lot of attention lately and continues gaining in popularity as we move forward this year. This wood is valued for its natural beauty and durability. From elegant kitchen islands to a stunning gun room, walnut adds a touch of luxury to any space. Let’s learn more about it and why it is worth considering for your home.

When clients first come to us at Walker Woodworking, they are often overwhelmed by the various cabinet options available from different sources. Let’s talk about cabinet basics and help you with your decision!

Last week, I went out on a photo shoot at a beautiful home in Walnut Cove, near Asheville, NC. We got so carried away with snapping pictures in the kitchen that I forgot to get a few with my iPhone, which I really like to do.

While this may seem tedious, hinges are key to the design since you can’t open or close a door without them. From cabinet door style, wood type, and color, there are numerous decisions to be made when designing a kitchen.