[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-detail-how-to-transform-your-kitchen-without-a-big-renovation":3,"blog-related-how-to-transform-your-kitchen-without-a-big-renovation":34},{"id":4,"slug":5,"title":6,"subtitle":7,"bodyHtml":8,"heroImageUrl":9,"heroImageAlt":7,"authorName":10,"authorImageUrl":7,"publishedDt":11,"categories":12,"tags":15,"products":27,"inlineProducts":28,"seo":29},378,"how-to-transform-your-kitchen-without-a-big-renovation","How to Transform Your Kitchen Without a Big Renovation",null,"\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">With people spending so much time at home and only at home these days, it's not surprising that those of us who might not experiment in the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/dining-and-bar?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">kitchen\u003C/a> much, are taking new risks and enjoying \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/cookware-and-bakeware?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">new kitchen adventures\u003C/a>. If you're having a kitchen renaissance right now, you might also be asking yourself about design ideas for how you can make the space feel fresh, new, and up-to-date.\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Taking on a full kitchen renovation or kitchen remodel is a \u003Cem>huge\u003C/em> home improvement project that not everyone can take on at the drop of a hat. 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click to shop!\u003C/em>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>Shop the Look\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/35849-Johnah-Modern-Classic-Clear-Acrylic-Seat-Gold-Metal-Base-Bar-Stool?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-18123\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Johnah-Modern-Classic-Clear-Acrylic-Seat-Gold-Metal-Base-Bar-Stool-Kathy-Kuo-Home.jpg\" alt=\"white chair\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/35849-Johnah-Modern-Classic-Clear-Acrylic-Seat-Gold-Metal-Base-Bar-Stool?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cstrong>jOHNAH CLEAR ACRYLIC CHAIR\u003C/strong>\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; 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For example, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/cutlery-cutting-boards?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cutting boards\u003C/a> aren’t just cutting boards--they can also be used as trays to hold a floral arrangement or some candles on the kitchen counter. \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A wood board or cheese board always makes snacks and fruits look more delicious\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you’re a newbie in the kitchen, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/plates-bowls-and-mugs?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">nice plates and bowls\u003C/a> will help with presentation and also motivate you to try new cooking projects. And if\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you haven’t tried cast \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProdGroup/Staub?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iron pots\u003C/a> yet, you should definitely get one because they last a long time and they make the best stews. A nice baker’s rack can also become a great way to showcase beautiful \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/glassware?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">glassware\u003C/a> and \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/plates-bowls-and-mugs?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">serveware\u003C/a>, especially if you don't already have open shelves or glass-front kitchen cabinets.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Unsure about where to start with adding accessories? First take a look at gaps in your kitchen gear arsenal and focus on items you know you need and will use for years to come. Not only will this shopping philosophy ultimately save you money, but you'll also end up with higher quality items that have the potential to become heirlooms.\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"curalate-widget\" style=\"max-width: 900px; margin: auto; min-width: 240px; min-height: 240px;\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"curalate-widget-container\" style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; height: 0; border-radius: 3px; padding-bottom: 99.72222222222223%;\">\u003Ciframe class=\"curalate-widget-iframe\" style=\"z-index: 1; border-radius: 3px; position: absolute; width: 100%; height: 100%; left: 0; top: 0;\" title=\"Curalate Reveal: Interactive image with tagged items\" src=\"https://r.curalate.com/v2/widget/PZhotX2P9dHDT6BGVgwLegC0yfwCFLG1?replaceTabs=false&spatialTagIcon=tag&autoShowProducts=false&shopButtonText=View Details\" width=\"900\" height=\"1077\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\">\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; 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font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/53985-Marty-Modern-Classic-Brown-Reclaimed-Wood-Cutting-Board?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-18126\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Marty-Modern-Classic-Brown-Reclaimed-Wood-Cutting-Board-kathy-kuo-home.jpg\" alt=\"cutting board\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/53985-Marty-Modern-Classic-Brown-Reclaimed-Wood-Cutting-Board?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cstrong>MARTY RECLAIMED WOOD CUTTING BOARD\u003C/strong>\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/21853-Koreen-Modern-Drawer-Grey-Stone-Top-Extendable-Kitchen-Island-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-18127\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Koreen-Modern-5-Drawer-Grey-Stone-Top-Extendable-Kitchen-Island-Table-kathy-kuo-home.jpg\" alt=\"kitchen island\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/21853-Koreen-Modern-Drawer-Grey-Stone-Top-Extendable-Kitchen-Island-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cstrong>KOREEN STONE TOP KITCHEN ISLAND\u003C/strong>\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/2337-Large-Brighton-Rustic-Farmhouse-Iron-Leather-Wine-Rack-Holder?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-18128\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Large-Brighton-Rustic-Farmhouse-Iron-Leather-Wine-Rack-Holder-kathy-kuo-home.jpg\" alt=\"wine rack\" width=\"500\" height=\"510\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/2337-Large-Brighton-Rustic-Farmhouse-Iron-Leather-Wine-Rack-Holder?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cstrong>BRIGHTON RUSTIC FARMHOUSE WINE RACK\u003C/strong>\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>Switch Up Your Kitchen Seating & Lighting\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">For a kitchen in need of a larger scale design lift, consider switching up your seating options and lighting. 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