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IKEA Design Challenges for a Chicago-Area Kosher Kitchen

We kept their design theme while separating kitchenware, sinks and storage.You’re an IKEA customer currently with an outdated, inefficient kitchen and ready to start your new remodel project. You have specific design ideas in mind, but you also know that a DIY approach is way beyond your ability. Also, you keep a kosher kitchen -- and that presents further unique design challenges -- especially the need to find appropriate storage options.So the question becomes: How do you double the amount of storage in your new layout to keep your kitchenware properly separated, without increasing the square footage — and upgrade the design theme as well? This was the challenge set before customer [...]

An IKEA Cabinet Installer Explains Prices and What’s Needed for a Successful Installation

She also opens-up about her frustrations with poor kitchen designs. If you’re unsure of the nuances of the IKEA kitchen remodel process, cabinet installation may be the biggest pain point for your project. That shouldn’t be too much of a surprise. Knowing how to take proper measurements, navigate supply chain issues and know budget-friendly ways to keep your project moving forward all require an experienced touch. That’s why IKD recently sat down with Paula, co-owner of Hive Kitchen Remodelling in Renton, WA, to discuss the advantages for IKEA customers working with certified IKEA cabinet installers and professional designers to keep your project under budget and on time. This includes how (and [...]

A San Diego & LA IKEA Kitchen Installer’s Experiences with Kitchen Designs and Installation Costs

Plumbing, electric and tiling are also in his scope of work. For most IKEA customers, starting their kitchen remodel is a big step. We understand this, especially for those unfamiliar with the process. However, finding the right certified IKEA cabinet installers in your area will make an enormous difference in the success of your kitchen renovation. This includes keeping the project on track through potential delivery delays; making sure all necessary parts are on site; and above all, making sure that your IKEA kitchen is completed correctly to your needs. These are the sentiments of Andriy, owner of San Diego, CA-based UCON Contemporary Interiors, who recently shared information about his cabinet [...]

A Virginia IKEA Kitchen Installer’s Insights: Costs and Designs

He also shares some clever cabinet hacks most homeowners don’t know about. For IKEA customers, a kitchen remodel project can be an overwhelming experience – especially when starting the cabinet installation process. That’s why our design team highly suggests finding certified IKEA cabinet installers, in your area. There are simply too many details involved with IKEA cabinet installation that only experts will notice. This includes taking proper measurements; keeping track of inventory and dealing with IKEA’s supply chain delays, plus many more. Understanding this is crucial to the success, timeliness and ease of the installation (for your family as well as for the professionals designing and installing your kitchen!) These are [...]

A Seattle IKEA Cabinet Installer Discusses Installation Costs and What’s Needed for a Hassle-Free Remodel

90% of his projects require design hacks - IKEA’s Kitchen Planner tool won’t work for them. You’ve decided to remodel your kitchen with IKEA cabinets and plan to install them yourself. You work with professional kitchen designers (ahem!) and receive your kitchen design plan — and then realize you need help with the kitchen cabinet installation after all. And you’re really concerned your new IKEA kitchen won’t look or function the way it’s intended. You’re right, this scenario could add extra time (and possibly cost) to your IKEA kitchen remodel. Fortunately for IKEA customers, there are many independent, IKEA-certified cabinet installers who will work with your IKEA kitchen design; provide cabinet [...]

IKD Achieves Milestone of 7000 IKEA Designs

Our team reflects on how IKD's experience and process sets our designs apart It wasn’t that long ago IKD achieved the milestone of having created 3000 IKEA design projects (including kitchens, bathrooms, bar rooms, offices and laundry rooms, among others). We're happy to report we’ve now more than doubled that total and recently reached 7000 IKEA designs! How’d we do it? As IKEA kitchen design specialists we’re experts in IKEA’s SEKTION kitchen system and understand how to implement IKEA cabinets — as well as custom cabinet fronts — into your IKEA design. (We work closely with Los Angeles, CA-based Semihandmade (SHM), a leading third-party custom cabinet front manufacturer whose offerings fit [...]

A Tidy Blue and White IKEA Kitchen Design

How IKEA’s BODBYN cabinets and custom design solutions overcame limited space for a family of four You’ve remodeled your kitchen before using white IKEA  kitchen cabinets, so you think you’ve got a pretty good grasp on what it takes. But that was a while ago and you’ve got a new home now and a small kitchen. Add to that a growing family that’s quickly outgrowing the space and you can see the need to remodel. But what do you do? If you’re IKD customer Fay from Alameda, CA, you adapt and overcome. “Our kitchen footprint is very small, so we needed it to function well for a family of four. The [...]

Customer overcomes major structural challenge with help from her ‘Friends’

Guidance from design professionals kept her Farmhouse kitchen on track and under budget. You’re a first-time IKEA customer — perhaps even an experienced DIYer — and you’re ready to start your farmhouse kitchen remodel. But your kitchen isn’t exactly ready for you. It’s got structural issues. And we’re not talking about small ones. We’re talking about a structural element that holds the plumbing for the master bathroom that’s located directly above your kitchen. Mess with that and you’ll have even bigger problems. So let’s just say that’s probably something you’ll want to address before you wind up all wet! This is exactly what happened to IKD customer Melanie from Highlands Ranch, [...]

An Outdated Kitchen Layout converted into a Perfectly Imperfect IKEA Farmhouse Style

Redesigning a U-Shaped cabinet design into L-shaped - to the Letter Do you ever want to switch things up? Maybe try a new hairstyle or splurge on new clothing because your current style has gotten a little.. outdated? Maybe just because? Or maybe sometimes you need to tear things down in order to build it back up. Debbie from Las Vegas, NV knows the feeling. That’s why she recently decided to remodel. Her inefficient,U-shaped kitchen layout was not working for her present cooking workflow needs or her future concerns and she wanted to make changes to an IKEA farmhouse style kitchen — big changes. She explains: “I had a U-shaped kitchen [...]

How to Find an Independent IKEA Kitchen Installer Near You

Expert Advice For Finding The Right Installer At the Click of A Button You’re not a D-I-Y type or you think IKEA’s install price is too high. IKEA won’t install if their cabinets are modified. Could be that you live outside of IKEA’s service area or want a general remodeler. Maybe you don’t want to deal with IKEA and their installers. Some folks want to tackle most of the IKEA kitchen process online. They’d like to hire a kitchen measurement service, get an IKEA kitchen design, find an IKEA installer and get an installed kitchen quote – all online. Trouble is, IKEA doesn’t work this way. Our customers here at Inspired [...]

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