1. Start with How You Cook
Think about your cooking style, family size and habits. Do you need a separate dirty kitchen for frying? A large sink for big pots? Space for a tandoor or roti maker?
2. Set a Realistic Budget
Include cabinets, countertops, appliances, plumbing, electrical, flooring, lighting and a 10–15% contingency.
3. Plan the Layout
- Keep the work triangle efficient.
- Allow walkways of 36–42 inches.
- Plan landing space beside the stove, sink and fridge.
4. Prioritise Ventilation
A powerful exhaust hood is essential for Pakistani cooking — tadka smoke and frying fumes damage cabinets and walls.
5. Maximise Storage
- Tall pantry units
- Corner carousels
- Deep drawers for pots
- Spice drawers near the stove
6. Choose Durable Countertops
- Dark granite — best for heavy cooking.
- Quartz — low maintenance and modern.
- Marble — for islands and baking areas.
7. Choose a Practical Backsplash
A full-height slab or large tiles behind the stove are easiest to clean.
8. Plan Electrical and Plumbing Early
Sockets for appliances, water filter connections and gas lines must be planned before cabinets are installed.
9. Think About Lighting
Combine ceiling lights, under-cabinet task lights and pendants over islands.
10. Coordinate Your Suppliers
Countertops depend on final cabinets, sinks and appliances. Choose these first, then template.
11. See Materials in Person
View full slabs, cabinet samples and tiles together in daylight.
12. Don't Rush Installation
Allow time for cabinet installation, templating, fabrication and countertop installation in sequence.
13. Get Written Quotations
Ensure quotes list materials, thickness, edges, cut-outs and services.
14. Plan for Living Without a Kitchen
Set up a temporary cooking area for the remodel period.
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Send a simple sketch with measurements on WhatsApp (+92 323 4148908) and we will reply with the best rate, usually within hours. You are welcome to visit our Lahore showroom on Bedian Road to see the stone in person. More guides and products are available at fbmarble.com.
