To put it simply, a gourmet kitchen is designed for anyone who loves to cook and is equipped with features that make it easier to prepare high-quality meals. The layout should focus on zones: food prep, cooking, cleaning and serving.
If you’re considering this style, here are five essentials for gourmet kitchen designs:
An open floor plan is a must-have for any gourmet kitchen. With this layout, you can easily maneuver from your prep counter to the stove. Open floor plans also allow you to engage with your guests while you put the final touches on dinner.
2. The Right AppliancesGourmet kitchen designs demand top-of-the-line appliances.
This most likely includes a gas range. Although electric ranges heat up quicker, gas ranges allow you more control over the cooking temperature. Double ovens are also common because they allow you to do more high-level multitasking. Then, consider rounding out your cooking appliances with a warming drawer. This will protect the moisture of food and allow the cook to keep food warm until serving.
And last but not least, purchase a large refrigerator for your kitchen. French-door refrigerators are attractive and allow a cook to access what’s inside from the left or right while requiring less clearance. Freezer drawers are also convenient and ergonomic.
A gourmet cook wants unobstructed flow in the kitchen. A large island provides extra space for meal prep, while also offering more power outlets for food processors, blenders, and other small appliances.
It’s important to choose premium materials for your countertops and island – like natural granite or quartz. Both options come in a variety of colors and are not as porous as others, which makes them less likely to stain.
4. Task LightingProper lighting helps you work efficiently in the kitchen. Under-cabinet lighting and pendants that focus light on specific work spaces should illuminate kitchen zones where prepping, cooking and cleanup take place.
Adequate storage space is key. Make sure your gourmet kitchen has enough room for your Dutch oven, cast iron skillets, pizza pans, and other cookware.
Now that you know the essentials of gourmet kitchen designs, we can help bring your vision to life! To get your free quote, call us at (716) 221-6421. A real person will get back to you and schedule a home visit for an accurate quote that addresses all of your unique needs.
