One way to save money on a kitchen remodel is to ignore what you see in the magazines and configure a kitchen for how you actually live. The current trend is to overbuild the kitchen because the kitchen is seen as the focal point when you have guests/parties/family gatherings. If that's really part of your lifestyle, then maybe you do need the double ovens, multiple dishwashers, full size freezer, multiple refrigerator draws, six to eight burner stoves, islands w/ prep sinks, etc. Doing a realistic assessment of what you'll use the kitchen for and matching those needs will allow you to spend your money where it will have the biggest impact.
The other big cost saver is don't overspend on your cabinets. Stay with standard sizes.
For best appliance values I recommend GE and KitchenAid.
The other big cost saver is don't overspend on your cabinets. Stay with standard sizes.
For best appliance values I recommend GE and KitchenAid.