Top-9 Expert Tips on Designing Residential Kitchens in Illinois -Stone Cabinet Works
                     Top-9 Expert Tips on Designing 
Residential Kitchens in Illinois 
1. Planning Your Kitchen:- Right kitchen planning is the first and 
most important step in designing kitchen to ensure that your kitchen is 
highly functional, organized and aesthetically pleasing for years to 
come. 
2. Choosing the Right Appliances:- For stoves, the choice 
between gas versus electric ranges is largely personal preference, as 
some like the burners that light automatically and other like the 
standard one depending upon the budget. And for oven, you may 
prefer one over another based on features like speed control knobs. 
However, energy efficiency is important. So, always consider buying 
an energy star-rated appliance because these products use 20% less 
energy than standard models while still providing all of their usual 
functionality.
3. Selecting the Right Kitchen Layout:-
•U-shaped kitchen design layout, which have an island in the middle 
of the room and allow for easy access to all appliances and 
equipment.
•L-shaped kitchens, which have an island at one end of the room with 
a peninsula (a unit with a worktop that is attached to the wall which 
has cabinets) on each side.
•Galley kitchens, this type of layout is a long kitchen having narrow 
aisle that don’t include islands but still give you plenty of counter 
space and storage options.

4. Choosing the Right 
Cabinets:- When choosing 
cabinets, you’ll need to consider 
the size and type of cabinets. If 
you have a small kitchen, it’s best 
to choose cabinets with a shallow 
depth so that they don’t take up 
too much space in your room. You 
can also opt for wall-mounted or 
undercounter models that are 
shorter than standard height.
For material, there are various 
types of wood cabinets available 
as wood is always a good choice 
because it gives an elegant look 
and feel while being easy on 
maintenance costs over time.
5. Selecting the Right 
Countertops:- 
•Granite and quartz: These are both 
durable materials that can 
withstand heat & scratches and 
easy to maintain.
•Laminate: This is an affordable 
option that looks like real wood or 
stone but won’t break the bank. 
However, it gets damaged or 
stained easily.
6. Choosing the Right Flooring:- If you want something that looks 
more like wood than stone or ceramic, laminate may be right for you. If 
budget is an issue or if there are other factors, wood might be an option 
worth considering as this material has been using around since the late 
1700s and still remains popular today due to its affordability and 
durability.
7. Choosing Cabinet Colors:-When choosing cabinet colors for your 
new kitchen design project in Illinois, keep in mind what kind of moods 
each color evokes: reds tend toward excitement whereas blues evoke 
calmness; yellows bring warmth into rooms, white and creams give little 
brighter and cleaner look while greens give off vibes.
8. Adding the Finishing Touches:-Once you have chosen the right 
materials and colors, it’s time to add the finishing touches. As with any 
room in your home, there are many ways to make a kitchen that stand out 
from the crowd. You can pick out hardware that matches your cabinets or 
countertop; add decorative accents like tile backsplashes or wood trim and 
select lighting fixtures that complement each other and your overall design 
scheme.
9. Hire an Experienced Kitchen 
Professional:- 
When you’re looking for an experienced 
kitchen professional, there are several 
things to consider. First and foremost, 
make sure that the person has skills in 
designing kitchens in your area. You 
may ask for references from your 
friends and family members who have 
recently remodeled their kitchens. The 
best way to get started is by taking a 
look at some of their 
recently remodeled kitchens. And 
finally, choose someone who fits your 
budget.
www.stonecabinetworks.com
We have various kind of 
countertops and cabinets 
for your cooking space with 
different finishes and 
features that suits best for 
every type of style. 
For more information, 
visit our showroom to 
check out samples: 7075 
Grand Avenue Ste 3b, 
Gurnee.