Upgrade to what you already have
The existing cabinets that you already have are a good start. You can install one of those appliance shelves that would elevate your mixer from the cabinet up to where you can use it. You can have one put in for around a hundred. You also have other options like knife blocks that would be in-drawer (costs around $150). You also have storage shelves that would go to the doors of your cabinets. It is perfect for organizing and is not difficult to install.
Knife block
Upgrades available to cabinets differ in the expense that is involved as well as the function contingent to manufacturer. In selecting a cabinetmaker, take into considerations the accessories that come along with each. Practicality in mind, upgrades like drawers that are made to be full-extensions and open to its full length are just perfect. You also have aesthetic upgrades meant to prettify the cabinets. Examples would be molding and display racks specifically meant for your plates.
A wife shares her story
Form was definitely a consideration to her as well as the functionality. She got cabinets that were quarter-sawn oak. The log is seen to be divided into four parts after which it was cut into boards. The grain is very visible a well. This is an example of an aesthetic upgrade.
Here other choices for upgrading were of practical reasons. Like the glides she had for her drawers. She chose the full-extension kind since they glide out in its full length and is very strong compared to others. It can carry the weight of your pots and pans as well as the dishes.
She also chose to have a base cabinet that measured a good 9’. She didn’t think she would be using it at first; however, it became a good storage place to her tray & cookie sheet.
Pullout pantries
Base cabinets (specifically the 9’)
A designer tells the tale of base cabinets. He shares that there are actually a lot of things you can do to it. It can be a good storage for a lot of spices and is most convenient if placed close to your oven. If you have shelves that are taller, it can be a good storage for your condiments as well as your cooking oils.
You can also use it for the sink. You can have cabs that are going to be 3’ and would roll out. You can put it on each side of your sink. The left side you can use for storing the cleaning supplies as well as your cleaners. On the right side, you can make that a drying place for the towels in your kitchen. You can have bars installed to the shelves.
Another thing you can do would be to have slide-out shelves. You can put in there the pots as well as your pants. It will make it easier for you to reach for them. These slides have become quite famous nowadays, just like drawers that are slow-close. They slowly close by themselves. You just have to give it a little nudge.
