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Modern Kitchens
Written by Elizabeth Wood
Editor In Chief, United Home Improvement

The kitchen is no longer a room simply designated for preparing food and eating, but rather a commonly occupied room used for gathering, dinning, office work, and much more. Is your kitchen designed to accommodate to all of the daily traffic it receives? Updating your kitchen could be the greatest thing in the world if you consider just how much time is spent in it. You may not need a complete remodel, but maybe just a few changes here and there. In addition, if you decide to remodel, you will most likely get most of your money back when you decide to re-sell.

The first step to creating the modern kitchen is to take some time out to gather your ideas. It often helps to sort through magazines, neighbor's homes, show rooms and stores. Try to think of every reason your kitchen is currently being used for. Once you have a good list of uses, think of ways in which to enhance your living experience. Below is a list of kitchen design ideas to accommodate to the family.

Mini-office, Recycling bins, Media center, Fine silver display case, Extra shelving, Mudroom, Houseplants, Additional appliances, Fire extinguisher, Counter Surface and a Landing Space...more