What's Your Kitchen Style? Take This Quiz to Find Out

The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in your home. It’s often referred to as the “heart of your home.” So, when it comes time to remodel, you want the kitchen to reflect your personality and style and still work well with the architecture of your home. To help you determine which style of kitchen might best suit you, here are some questions to consider.

10 Questions to Ask Before Remodeling Your Kitchen

1. Which of these looks appeals to you most?

• A bright, open space with lots of sunshine
• An old-fashioned homey feel
• Modern technology and appliances
• Bright, flashy, pops of color

 2. What is your preferred countertop material?

• Granite
• Wood
• Concrete
• Laminate

3. In your remodeled kitchen, which of these would you consider the ultimate “dream?”

• A fireplace with a wood-fired pizza oven
• Stainless steel commercial stove with 9 burners
• A bar that comfortably seats eight
• Cabinets on every wall with built-in organizers

4. What is the biggest challenge you face in your current kitchen?

• Lack of cabinet space
• Does not “flow” well
• It looks old and dated
• Not big enough

5. Which colors do you prefer in a kitchen?

• Black, white, and other neutrals
• Greens and browns
• Pastel yellows or blues
• Red

6. What is the primary purpose of your kitchen?

• A gathering place for family
• Entertainment space for friends
• Cooking only
• A place to keep snacks – what’s cooking?

7. If you had to describe your kitchen personality, what would you consider yourself?

• Homebody – you like to stay in and eat a home-cooked meal while watching a movie.
• Hospitable – you like to entertain and often cook for large groups of people.
• Practical – there are hungry mouths to feed and dinner needs to be ready fast.
• Gourmet – your dream job is to be the top chef at a 5-star restaurant.

8. Why do you want to remodel your kitchen?

• It will improve the resale value of your home.
• You spend most of your time there and want to make it “your space.”
• It’s too hard to get anything done – the layout just doesn’t work well.
• The Harvest Gold appliances clash with the Art Deco decor, and the vinyl is peeling off the countertops.

9. If you were given $5000 to spend on your kitchen, what would you buy?

• High-tech “smart” appliances
• Granite countertops
• Updated cabinets
• New flooring

10. What is stopping you from remodeling your kitchen?

• You don’t know where to start.
• You’re afraid it will be too expensive.
• You don’t know what you want.
• You’re afraid of getting in over your head.

Taking the First Steps Toward Your New Kitchen

Now that you’ve had a chance to think through some of your preferences, you will have a better idea of what you might want for your kitchen. The questions above were designed to make you think about your kitchen’s purpose, your motivation, and your likes and dislikes. No quiz can ever “define” your style, because you are unique, and your needs are individual to you.

If you’ve been dreaming of a new kitchen, then the first step is to contact a reputable kitchen designer. They can help you set a budget and show you options you may not have considered.

Understanding the Interview Process

If you aren’t sure what a reputable kitchen designer looks like, keep the following points in mind. Your kitchen designer should do all this and more, making your satisfaction their priority.

• Define project scope
• Assess your personal needs and wants
• Discuss your likes and dislikes
• Review and analyze cost/investment
• Determine schedule, challenges and preparation
• Determine best way and with whom to communicate
• Explore potential design solutions
• Introduce design retainer
• Assign homework to both the client and the designer

Make sure you plan for life without a kitchen. It’s amazing how many people forget that during a kitchen remodel, they won’t have access to everything they’re used to having access to. You can discuss this with your kitchen designer also.

For over 30 years, Caruso Kitchens has created thousands of award-winning dream kitchens for Colorado residents. With over 150 years of combined experience, our skillful designers will help you create the kitchen of your dreams. If you have any further questions or would like to schedule an interview, call us today. We are located in Lakewood, Colorado, and serve the entire Denver Metro Area.