Before Consultation

Before Consultation

What to prepare before your consultation?

To get the most value out of a consultation, homeowners should come prepared. Not because the process should be stressful, but because clarity creates better design.

Bring these if possible:
 
  • your floor plan or kitchen dimensions,
  • expected renovation timeline,
  • inspiration photos you like,
  • list of appliances you already own or plan to buy,
  • rough budget comfort range,
  • examples of what you dislike in your current kitchen,
  • notes on cooking habits and family size.
  • stories that you don’t mind sharing

The more honest you are during consultation, the better the outcome. A kitchen built for serious cooking looks different from one built for light daily use. A kitchen meant for aging parents may need different ergonomics. A kitchen for a family with young children may need more forgiving traffic flow and safer storage choices.

What questions should homeowners ask during consultation?

If you want to identify a true kitchen cabinet specialist instead of just a cabinet seller, ask questions like these:
 
  • How do you plan the layout around my appliances?
  • How do you decide where drawers should be used instead of doors?
  • What hardware systems do you recommend and why?
  • What board material options do you offer, and how do they differ?
  • How do you plan the sink zone to manage moisture risk?
  • How do you coordinate M&E planning?
  • How does your fabrication system ensure consistency?
  • What is your installation workflow?
  • What warranty support is included after completion?

These questions move the conversation away from “How much per foot?” and toward “How well does this kitchen actually solve my life?”.