What’s in a $100,000 Kitchen Remodeling Project?
Renovators Place Columnist
Oct 08, 2009
Wondering what goes into a $100,000 kitchen? If driving through posh neighborhoods and peaking in the windows is not an option, here's a glimpse at what you'll find. By adding a few of these features in a modest kitchen remodeling, you can enjoy a touch of the high-end home life.
The cabinets will have a few of these touches:
Appliances Made for a Chef Anyone who spends $100,000 on a kitchen remodeling will splurge on appliances. Large, industrial strength appliances are a hot item, along with warming drawers, refrigerated drawers, and pot fillers. When shopping for appliances, consider adding a few of these to make your modest kitchen remodeling job more upscale:
Stone or Wood Floors a Must High-end kitchens typically feature a stone or wood floor. Among the popular natural stones are:
When selecting a wood floor, look for:
Custom Kitchen Cabinets
The kitchen cabinets in an upscale home will help set the room apart. You'll find rich wood in one of these wood types:- Cherry
- Maple
- Birch
- Ash
- Mahogany
- Walnut
The cabinets will have a few of these touches:
- Stains or glazes - chocolate or mocha toned
- Detailed crown molding - with rope twists or dentil details
- Small decorative lights tucked above the cabinet top for mood lighting
- Carved feet and other furniture features on the cabinets
Appliances Made for a Chef Anyone who spends $100,000 on a kitchen remodeling will splurge on appliances. Large, industrial strength appliances are a hot item, along with warming drawers, refrigerated drawers, and pot fillers. When shopping for appliances, consider adding a few of these to make your modest kitchen remodeling job more upscale:
- A range with convection cooking and a rotisserie feature
- A wine cooler that fits under the granite countertop
- A refrigerator with a built-in television screen
- A high-tech microwave oven with programmable recipes and memory capability
Stone or Wood Floors a Must High-end kitchens typically feature a stone or wood floor. Among the popular natural stones are:
- Slate - in variations of grey, red, and green
- Marble - in cream, green, and black tones
- Travertine - in white, cream, and tan tones
When selecting a wood floor, look for:
- Dark wood floors, such as cherry, mahogany or Brazilian cherry
- Inlays and borders in contrasting wood floor species that define part of a room and add interest
- Light colored wood floors, such as maple and ash that contrast with dark kitchen cabinets
Granite Countertops Add Luxury
Granite countertops are a must in most upscale kitchens. The rich, polished granite countertop adds a classy look and is easy to maintain. Many upscale home owners also add slate or limestone countertops. The more porous marble countertop is used on the island sometimes. Among the popular color choices are;- Black
- Brown
- Cream
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