How to add value to a home with an expertly designed kitchen

With the housing market still fluctuating, the number of homeowners deciding to renovate their properties instead of moving continues to rise¹ and, with the kitchen being the heart of a home, it's here where a lot of the money is spent. In fact, upgrading a kitchen can add just under £15,500 to a home in the county.²

However, a kitchen upgrade is one of the biggest renovation spends a homeowner can make, so it's important to get it right. We've put together out top tips to ensure the design, layout and style of a new kitchen will add value.

Find the perfect layout

The first thing to think about is the layout, as Jason Averre, Showroom Manager at The Room Works, explains:

"Whilst we all want a kitchen to be aesthetically pleasing, above all it's the hub of the home for most people, so start by getting the layout correct. No matter how nice it looks, a badly designed kitchen could counteract the value that's been added."

Keep it classic

Like any industry, fashions come and go. A dream kitchen could include jet black, super high gloss doors, but to add value, neutral is best. Those looking for a more traditional feel can opt for a Shaker style, whereas sleek lines will give a contemporary look.

Jason added:

"Colour and personality can be added through the paint used on the walls and the accessories, both of which can be easily changed if the home is sold."

The devil is in the detail

Whether it's choosing the high-quality cabinetry of a Sheraton kitchen, installing an instant boiling water tap, or adding granite worktops, the smaller details play an equally important part in adding value. Many kitchens now have a range of storage options such as pull-out shelves for hard to reach areas which help to enhance the look and functionality.