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Kitchen Must-Haves Melissa Anderson 25 May, 2022

Kitchen Must-Haves

Large Dimension Island with Several Places to Sit

Picture yourself in your stunning, refined kitchen, surrounded by your loved ones gathered all around a large kitchen island. A must-have in the kitchen, it will provide you with a generous space where people can gather while you finish preparing the meal; a space where you can create unforgettable evenings!

Integrated Appliances

Integrated appliances are a must-have for those who love a sophisticated and streamlined design, as they blend in seamlessly into your décor. When you are designing a new kitchen, you can integrate your appliances directly into custom-made cabinets. You can also include a built-in oven, which can be elegantly integrated into the design and opens up many different layout solutions.

A Spice Drawer

If you do not want to leave all of your spices on the counter or piled up haphazardly in the pantry, there is a perfect solution: a spice drawer! You can store your spices in a sliding vertical drawer with several levels, nestled between two cabinets, or opt for a spice “bed”, which is a drawer that allows you to lay down your spice jars in a way that makes the labels easy to read. You will no longer have to waste your time looking for the right spices!

A Designated Space for Pet Food

In your kitchen project, you have paid special attention to all the members of your family. But have you given any thought to your pets? You can now find the perfect solution that will take into account their wellbeing while also maximizing your space, with an integrated storage solution for pet food and bowls. Why not create a pet food storage space you can open and close?

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A Cooktop on the Kitchen Island

If you enjoy cooking while also engaging in meaningful conversation with your guests, a kitchen island cooktop is perfect for you. This will allow you to enjoy interactions while also taking full advantage of your kitchen, thanks to generous work surfaces. It is also ideal for those who enjoy making cooking a group activity, without stepping on any toes! You can opt for a cooktop with integrated ventilation or a hood that blends into your design seamlessly. ROCHON kitchen designers will know how to guide you!

A Bar and Counter Area

If you love spirits, wine or mixing cocktails, think of integrating a bar corner; this will take your hosting skills to a whole new level! You can add a wine fridge to keep your bottles at the ideal temperature, a practical sink to facilitate the cleaning process for your glasses and mixers, and you can think of displaying your glassware elegantly in the design. This dedicated space will allow you to prepare delicious cocktails and share them with your guests.

A Cupboard on the Counter

When designing a high-end or minimalist kitchen, there is no space for clutter. This is why a counter cupboard becomes an ally, allowing you to hide from view all of the appliances or equipment you use regularly but do not wish to integrate into your design. Given that it is a closed storage space, this cupboard provides you with easy and quick access; you can even integrate a power outlet.

Corner Mechanism

And what if corners no longer meant loss of storage space? Corner mechanisms can allow you to take full advantage of the space you have. There are different mechanisms you can choose from, according to your preferences; the Lazy Susan, for example is currently very trendy. This is a two-level storage system built like a carousel, providing you with easy access to different items.

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Microwave with Built-In Drawer

Both very practical and elegant, this microwave is like no other! With a unique opening system and a sophisticated design, it provides you with the perfect place to reheat your food while also blending in seamlessly into your design.

A Partition for your Cutting Boards and Baking Sheets

Are you tired of cooking sheets and cutting boards piling up haphazardly in a drawer? Wave goodbye to chaos with a partition, the perfect accessory for your kitchen accessories like cutting boards, baking sheets, muffin pans and more. This type of partition is the perfect place for you to store these items, allowing you to maximize space and make your cooking environment more enjoyable than ever.

Dishwasher in a Drawer

A dishwasher in a drawer revolutionizes the cleaning process, no matter if you use it in addition to your regular dishwasher or as your only dishwasher. What makes it so unique? It is completely hidden from view and will blend into your minimalist design seamlessly. Moreover, you can count on our partner at Dörr Industries, number 1 kitchen cabinet door manufacturer in Quebec, for cabinet doors and drawers that fit into your design perfectly.

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Veggie/Bread Storage Drawer

If you want to keep your food fresh, nothing beats a designated area for your veggies and bread. It can be a bread box or drawer; what really matters is humidity and temperature control, to keep your bread and veggies fresh while also offering a practical storage solution.

Heated Drawer and Vacuum Seal Drawer

The latest innovations on the market: your drawers will do much more than simply allow you to store your kitchen equipment! When you are cooking or preparing several different dishes and appetizers, a heated drawer is the perfect ally, allowing you to keep your food at the perfect temperature, until it is time to serve.

As for the vacuum seal drawer, it will allow you to vacuum seal your food faster than ever! Our partner Gereco Construction, general contractor in Quebec, can help you prepare your kitchen so that you can incorporate advanced technologies that require electrical adjustments.

With ROCHON –Kitchen and Bathrooms, create a trendy kitchen that integrates the latest innovations on the market. Try out our online tool or book an appointment with a designer, no matter if you are located in the Montreal, Quebec or Gatineau area.