Most of our lives are ruled by electronics – with hand-held personal devices, tablets and flat screens in every room. Does this sound like your life? As much as we strive to have more electronics, technology and the latest must-have devices, we fight to hide clutter from sight when these electronics aren’t in use. Hiding electronics devices can be a tricky task, particularly in the kitchen! Let Spectrum Stone Designs, Central Virginia’s leading natural stone fabricator, recommend a few ideas to give your kitchen a sleeker look without losing out on all the fun of technology.
- Set Up a Screen: Have you started saving all of your favorite recipes on your iPad or tablet? Or maybe you have a television in your kitchen? Try installing a drop-down screen that hangs from the underside of one of your cabinets. Take your screen a step further so it folds up and is completely hidden. Not only does a screen save counter space, it can also double as a computer. Consider adding a pull-out drawer for a mouse and keyboard. Just remember to always keep your electronics at a safe distance from the sink and stove!
- Outfit the Outlets: From cool charging stations to outlet chargers, electronics providers now offer a wide variety of options to hide unsightly cords or make charging a device easier than ever. Don’t want to see any plugs? Try a pop-up charging station that can sink back into place after use.
- Cue the Cupboards: Consider adding a few extra cabinets to house some of your mobile appliances such as coffee machines, blenders and mixers. If you don’t want to add new cabinets, check out our article on reorganizing your kitchen to see if you can free up some existing cabinet space.
- Disguise It When You Can’t Hide It: If you like to have some of our appliances on display, you can hide the cords by disguising them. Wrap cords in fire-safe twine or rope or try adding a few hollow cookbooks. Maybe add a living wall with fresh herbs that can cover your appliance cords and outlets. If you’re feeling extra creative, consider turning your cords into wall art.
While electronic devices may not be as attractive as your kitchen, they don’t have to ruin your decor. Need additional advice on creating your dream kitchen? Contact Spectrum Stone Designs today.
Spectrum Stone Designs is Lynchburg’s only local fabricator of natural stone countertops, surrounds and tiles for kitchens, fireplaces and baths. Serving Lynchburg, Roanoke, Charlottesville and all of Central Virginia, Spectrum Stone Designs imports top-quality granite, marble and other stone and expertly cuts and polishes before professionally installing in homes or offices. Spectrum Stone Designs strives for excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.
