Wondering where you should begin? Get inspired. Browse through the Magick Woods product gallery or visit our showroom to identify the styles and finishes that appeal to you.

For more ideas— tear pictures from magazines, and print images from your favorite online design sites. Create a project file with these pictures and share your thoughts with your Design Consultant.

Be sure to consider the way your kitchen's look will fit in with the rest of your home. An ultra-modern kitchen in a 19th-century farmhouse will stick out like a sore thumb. Keep architectural integrity in mind. Magick Woods has grouped looks into 4 categories – Traditional, Country, Transitional and Contemporary - which may help you relate your home’s style to your cabinetry choice.

The perfect design styles and colors with just the right room accents will help you create a living space that truly reflects your style.

Once you’ve identified the type of style and overall look and feel that you’d like the room to reflect, it’s time to consider design options. Browse through Magick Woods’ cabinets to see the variety of materials, door styles and finishes we have available to narrow down the list of possibilities.

KITCHEN ACCESSORIES
Remember that selecting beautiful cabinets is only half the battle. Make sure you have enough storage for all those plates and pots—and the accessories like tray dividers and pull-out shelves that will make them a snap to find. Visit our showroom or Web Site to see what we have

Our Design Consultants will help you properly measure your space, determine the ideal kitchen layout and work triangle, provide budget advice, and help you achieve your dream kitchen

A. MEASURING INSTRUCTIONS

1	Over all dimensions - measure the room from wall to wall in each direction.
2	Identify all windows and door openings from the outside of the window casing or door trim.
3	Locate sink and appliances (even if these locations may change).
4	Measure the height of the ceiling from the floor, be sure to indicate if there are bulkheads over the existing cabinets. The bulkhead or drywall box above cabinets can be hollow or contain ductwork which is often difficult to determine without original blueprints, or opening the bulkhead.
5	Indicate where electrical outlets are.
6	If you have a blue print from the architect or builder, this will be helpful but exact measurements are a must.

B. KITCHEN LAYOUTS

It is important when designing the layout of any kitchen to consider the position of the refrigerator, the sink and primary cooking surface in relation to each other. It is advisable in the planning stage to position them within the work triangle. The work triangle should be no more than 26 feet, with no single leg shorter than 4 feet or longer than 9 feet.

There are five different layouts found in today’s kitchens—the G, L, U, single, and galley. The kitchen’s layout is the shape that is made by the arrangement of the countertop, major appliances and storage areas.

1. The L-shaped Kitchen:

The L-shaped kitchen is one of the most popular. Its work triangle is uninterrupted by traffic and there is ample room for appliances

2. The U-shaped Kitchen:


The U-shaped kitchen is the most versatile layout for kitchens large and small because the layout offers continuous counter tops and ample storage, which surrounds the cook on three sides.

3. The G-shaped Kitchen:



The G-shaped kitchen is a version of the U-shaped kitchen layout, with the same amount of counter space and storage options that surround the cook on three sides. However, the difference with the G-shaped kitchen floor plan is the peninsula or partial fourth wall of additional cabinets.

4. The Single-Wall or Straight Kitchen:


The single-wall kitchen floor plan is ideal for smaller homes. The work triangle in this kitchen layout is less like a triangle and more of a work line with all three kitchen zones along one wall.

5. The Corridor or Galley Kitchen:


The corridor layout has a workspace large enough for one cook. In this kitchen floor plan, the work stations face each other on parallel walls, creating a small work triangle.

C. BUDGET

When creating a budget, keep the following suggestions in mind:

1	Educate yourself on the average cost of a remodel. A rule of thumb is to not let your kitchen-remodeling budget exceed 15% of your home’s fair market value.
2	Plan your budget for a 10% overage in case there are unexpected expenses that occur.
3	To avoid incorrect cabinetry measurements, talk with your designer about any major appliances you want to purchase before you finalize the design, since they will impact the overall measurement of the room.
4	Work with our Design Consultants to understand the cost differences between the various types of material, door styles and finish techniques. Determine the aspects of your cabinetry selection and kitchen design that are non-negotiable, whether it’s the type of material or finish you choose.
5	To scale back financially, ask yourself if all of the features are necessary. However, bear in mind that what you might not miss now could be an essential feature months or years later. Avoid future disappointment by including as much functionality as you truly need as early as possible in the design process. This is especially true of storage solutions that need to be put in place when the cabinetry is being installed.

A. COUNTERTOPS
There are many colors and materials of countertops to choose from. Once you have selected your door style and finish you will need to choose a countertop. Countertop is very important to the overall look and feel of your new kitchen, educate yourself on all the materials and colors available by visiting our showroom.

B. APPLIANCES
Appliance choices are critical to the design of the entire kitchen. All new kitchens require complete appliance specifications in order for the cabinetry to fit! Once appliance selection has been finalized, the make and model number need to be related back to your kitchen designer to make sure all recommended clearances and venting requirements can be made. There may need to be design modifications. Almost all major appliance manufacturers have web sites which include installation specifications.

A kitchen remodel is a massive undertaking. Unless your daytime job is as a general contractor, you may want to leave this one up to the professionals. Our knowledgeable Design Consultants will guide you through the entire process of selecting, purchasing and installing your Magick Woods cabinets and endure that in the end you end up with your dream kitchen.