Appliances For Lifestyles
 Today's
kitchens are no longer simple rooms with a stove, sink and refrigerator.
Instead, homes glorify the kitchen as the main family and entertainment center, complete with commercial-quality appliances, granite countertops, meal-planning desks, and walk-in pantries, overlooking adjoining breakfast rooms, bars and dens.
Given the state of our current economy, selecting the right appliances, planning space and work centers, and managing costs are more complex and more important than ever before.
If you are planning a remodel or kitchen makeover, you need to start with the
right design.
As a precaution, before you buy your first appliance, think about your
lifestyle:
 How large is your family?
Will you need a second dishwasher? An extra-large refrigerator?
How much space is available? How much work area do you need? How much storage?
Who does the cooking and how many will share in kitchen duties? Will you need multiple work stations?
How much do you like to entertain? Do you do the cooking yourself or use caterers?
Do you want to eat in the kitchen, at a breakfast bar or at an adjoining breakfast room?
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