THE ESSENTIAL
KITCHEN DESIGN CHECKLIST
all the stuff you'll need to consider to design a kickass kitchen
H ey there! I'm Lesley Myrick. I'm an adventurous, organized, and
enthusiastic interior designer who helps high-achieving moms
bust out of boring homes - without stress and overwhelm.
This kitchen design checklist is the exact tool I use at Lesley
Myrick Art + Design when I start a new kitchen remodel project.
It includes four major categories to consider (fixtures + finishes,
plumbing, appliances, and storage) as well as alllll the nitty-
gritty details you'll need to cover in each category. Having this
checklist as a guideline helps me start and manage a kitchen
design with confidence, and I hope it will do the same for you.
Get ready to kickstart your interior design project and plan your
kitchen remodel with confidence!
I know kitchens are a beast to design (even with a checklist)
and I'd love to help you with your kitchen if you're feeling stuck.
Learn more at lesleymyrick.com/work-with-us - and yes, we
work with clients all over the US and Canada.
Rock on,
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KITCHEN DESIGN CHECKLIST
fixtures + finishes
CABINETS FLOORING
□ Door Style (full overlay, partial overlay, inset) □ Material type
□ Door Profile □ Size
□ Soft Close □ Color/style
□ Material Type □ Finish
□ Finish (paint/stain) □ Grout width
□ Sheen level □ Grout color
□ Interior Material □ Sealant
□ Location of hardware □ Transitions
□ Interior features
□ Under-cabinet lighting WALLS
□ Material (Paint, wallpaper, wood, tile)
COUNTERTOPS □ Color/style
□ Material type □ Sheen level
□ Color/Style □ Finish treatment
□ Finish
□ Thickness TRIM + MOLDINGS
□ Edge detail □ Materials
□ Transitions □ Profiles
□ Waterfall □ Paint/stain colors
□ Sheen level
BACKSPLASH
□ Material type LIGHTING
□ Sizes □ Ambient: Recessed lighting or ceiling fixture
□ Color/style □ Task: Pendant lighting over island
□ Grout □ Accent: Under-cabinet, over-cabinet, toe-kick
□ Finish □ Chandelier for breakfast area
□ Transitions
plumbing
PRIMARY SINK SECONDARY SINK
□ Material □ Material
□ Single or double basin □ Single or double basin
PRIMARY FAUCET SECONDARY FAUCET
□ Faucet mount □ Faucet mount
□ Finish □ Finish
□ Features □ Features
□ Instant hot water □ Instant hot water
POT FILLER GARBAGE DISPOSAL
□ Faucet mount □ Horsepower/RPM
□ Finish □ Sound rating
□ Features □ Size
□ Switch/operation style
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KITCHEN DESIGN CHECKLIST
appliances
COOKTOP OVEN
□ Size □ Size
□ Heat supply (gas, electric, induction) □ Built-in or integrated in range
□ Number of burners □ Single or double
□ Built-in vs. slide-in □ Warming drawer
□ Finish □ Convection
□ Down vent option
WARMING DRAWER
RANGE HOOD □ Size
□ Size □ Integrated in oven, or seperate
□ Integrated or exposed
□ Under-cabinet, wall-mount, island, downdraft
□ Material/finish MICROWAVE
□ Size
□ DB level □ Integrated, countertop, over range
□ Lighting □ Drawer microwave
□ Washable filters
□ Hardware/design details WINE REFRIGERATOR
□ Under-cabinet or freestanding
REFRIGERATOR
□ Size □ Size
□ Single or double □ Finish
□ Door swing/style
□ Material/Finish DISHWASHER
□ Single or double
□ Custom panel □ Finish
□ Depth □ Control panel on front or door
□ In-door amenities (water, ice) □ Custom panel
□ Smartphone connectivity
SMALL APPLIANCES
□ Coffee maker
□ Coffee grinder
□ Toaster
□ Kettle
□ Slow cooker
□ Deep fryer
storage needs
STORAGE IN CABINETS STORAGE IN DRAWERS
□ Food storage containers □ Cutlery
□ Bakeware □ Napkins/dish towels
□ Baking sheets □ Knives
□ Pots + pans □ Children’s cutlery
□ Cutting boards □ Cooking tools
□ Glasses (water, red, white, cocktail) □ Serving tools
□ Children’s dishware □ BBQ tools
□ Dishware (plates, bowls)
□ Serveware
□ Small appliances
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KITCHEN BUDGET PLANNER
With so many variables in a kitchen remodel, your investment for a renovation might
include elements from each of the good, better, and best lists. But overall, this is
what our clients typically spend to give you a starting point for planning.
BEST BETTER GOOD
New Layout New Layout Existing Layout
High-End Appliances Upgraded Appliances Standard Appliances
High-End Fixtures Upgraded Fixtures Standard Fixtures
High-End Finishes Upgraded Finishes Standard Finishes
Fully Custom Cabinetry Semi-Custom Cabinetry Stock Cabinetry
Art + Decor Art + Decor Art + Decor
TOTAL: $150,000 TOTAL: $75,000 TOTAL: $35,000
Other investments to consider when planning your overall project budget:
materials and finishes; interior designer; architect, contractor; and miscellaneous expenses like shipping, receiving,
storage, white-glove delivery, permits, and taxes.
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