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If you’re living on a budget or just like the modern and minimalist feel of studio apartments, then it helps to have some space-saving ideas to make your living space as comfortable and efficient as possible. At The Kitchen Center, we design custom storage solutions to help you make the most out of your space. If you’re moving to a studio apartment or are looking for ways to make your current apartment more spacious, then read on for some of our expert tips. Futons and Murphy beds A double bed can take up a lot of space in a small studio apartment, so it helps to have a bed that doubles up as something else, like a futon. Futons or sofa beds fold up into a sofa, allowing you to…

If you have a small apartment or are looking to make your spare room a more versatile, multi-purpose space, then a Murphy bed could be a great option for you. Read on to find out more about Murphy beds and the pros and cons of installing one in your home. What is a Murphy bed? A Murphy bed, named after its inventor in the early 1900s, is one that folds up and down, shifting in from regular bed mode to space-saving wall mode. When you fold the bed up, it may be designed to blend in with the wall, either protruding from the wall slightly or slotting into a recess in the wall to have it completely out of the way. Alternatively, Murphy beds are often incorporated into a storage…

What tends to be the central hub of your home when you’re relaxing with family or entertaining guests? Is it the kitchen? The living room? The dining room? Well, you don’t have to choose just one if you opt for an open plan kitchen in your home. Open plan living is an increasingly popular trend, allowing you to have one larger space that consists of the kitchen and dining room, for example, without a wall in between. The kitchen, living room, and dining room are all popular spaces to open up and merge together. Let’s look at some advantages and design tips to help you decide on your open plan kitchen. Why choose an open plan kitchen? There are lots of great benefits an open plan kitchen offers in your…

A lot of people have had to adjust to working from home in the last year. This can pose a lot of challenges, especially if you’re not used to working without your boss and colleagues around to keep you accountable. One thing that can make it easier to stay focused and motivated while working from home is to create a dedicated workspace. Working in bed or on your couch and in a room with your TV and other fun things makes it much easier to become distracted. Whether you’re new to home working or not, having a dedicated home office can help you stay productive throughout the day. And making sure that your home office is tidy and well organized also helps to keep your mind focused and helps you…

Imagine having every room in your home perfectly organized, with custom storage solutions made to fit each room. As well as looking great, this dream situation will also make your home more efficient and even relaxing. We’ve already looked at how to improve your organization and maximize storage in your pantry and your garage, now let’s turn to the laundry room. Read on for expert storage and organization tips for your laundry room. Include counter space Whether you’re folding clothes and doing other chores or are simply looking for a little open storage space, a countertop can make an extremely practical addition to your laundry room. A counter can fit perfectly installed over the top of your washing machine and/or dryer. As well as storing things on the counter for…

If you’re looking for ways to add more storage, and more efficient storage, to your kitchen, then adding a pantry can be a great idea. Or perhaps you already have a pantry and want to optimize the way you store food inside it. Whatever your pantry needs may be, The Kitchen Center can help you design and install a custom storage system that suits your kitchen storage needs. Read on for some tips on how to improve the way you store and organize items in your pantry. Vary shelf heights Whether you’re putting away a small salt shaker or a tall box of cereal, there should be an ideal space for storing each item efficiently. Varying the heights of shelves helps you maximize the amount of storage space available while…

At The Kitchen Center, we can design and install custom storage systems for anywhere in your home, whether you’re looking for a walk-in wardrobe for the bedroom or a pantry for food storage in the kitchen. In this article, we’re going to look at garage storage and give you some tips and ideas on how to make yours more efficient. The garage is often the part of the home where things get dumped when they’re not needed on a regular basis, or where things go on the way to getting thrown out. This can leave you with a cluttered mess and not a lot of room to utilize for other things. This is why an efficient, custom storage system is essential for the garage. Utilize wall space If you need…

If you’ve just brought a baby into your home or your child is getting to the point where they’re grabbing everything they see and wandering around the house, then there are certain adaptations you need to make to your home. Childproofing sharp corners on furniture and blocking off the stairs helps to keep your child safe and injury-free. Storage spaces are another key consideration when it comes to childproofing your home. Read on to learn more… Why it’s important to childproof your storage There are lots of everyday items in your home that can be extremely dangerous to young children if they get their hands on them. You might have chemical cleaning supplies under the sink, heavy cookware and sharp utensils in kitchen cabinets, and medication stored in the bathroom.…

Do you want to upgrade the way you watch movies or play video games in your home? Well, with an entertainment center, you can. At the same time, you’re adding unique storage solutions for a variety of different electronics, accessories, and other belongings. Read on to find out more about entertainment centers and how The Kitchen Center can help you design the perfect one. What is an entertainment center? An entertainment center is essentially a shelving unit that is designed to house your television plus a variety of other entertainment equipment and accessories. This may include: TV box or receiver (as required to watch cable, for example)DVD or Blu-Ray playerDVDs and Blu-RaysOne or more video game consolesVideo gamesBoard games or tabletop gamesAccessories such as remotes, controllers, and HDMI cables Entertainment…

When remodeling a kitchen, adding an island in the center of the room is a popular design choice. Kitchen islands can serve as a great visual focal point for the room as well as being a practical addition. If you’d like to add an island to your kitchen remodel, then here are some things to think about when designing it. The countertop The surface of your kitchen island will likely be the first thing that people notice about it when they enter the room, so it needs to suit the style of the room while also standing out. You could use the exact same style of countertop as the rest of your kitchen to create a uniform look, or you could choose something contrasting to make it stand out. For…