Modular kitchen has become the latest trend in the home décor. It has revolutionized the industry with its uniqueness in style, versatility, and functionality. The new trend not only adds style and beauty to the kitchen but also bring in light and hues of colors in a wide spectrum. Natural shades of cedar and birch along with a gold touch impart elegance along with style. Apart from these, the versatile cabinets are structured in many designer patterns, colors, and combinations.

The system is entirely is based on individual taste and preferences. It can be customized depending on personal needs and requirements in accordance to the structure and shape of the kitchen space. Amongst the range of designs available, the most popular modular kitchen designs are L- shaped kitchen, U-shaped-kitchen, and C- shaped kitchen. Apart from these, there is an option of island design as well that is mainly recommended for people who wish to have an open kitchen.

When buying a modular kitchen, kitchen cabinets, drawers, and counters are the most essential components. The cabinets are available in a variety of material combinations. The trendiest combinations are those of wood and laminate, aluminum and marble, and granite and laminate. Apart from these, there are other materials like solid wood, mild steel, and marine ply but only marine ply is a good option as it requires less care and is also resistant to water. For kitchen counters, granite is known to be the best option, offering a unique style of cooking with its shiny glaze and host of advantages over other materials.

There are other modular kitchen accessories that add to the charm and elegance of the kitchen interiors. Some of the most popular and widely used accessories are steel pull outs, shutters, sliding channels, ply shelves, steel baskets, flat door fitting, dish rack, waste bin, built-in microwave, built-in oven, chimney, user-friendly trays and racks. Glass shelves and glass shutter cabinets are used to display fancy crockery and other branded accessories in the kitchen.

There are host of advantages offered by modular kitchen. One key advantage is that it can be easily assembled and disassembled as per the convenience. This makes it easy to carry when shifting the house. Installation, fitting, cleaning and maintenance become more convenient, comfortable, and efficient. Modular kitchen in all deigns and combinations offer a fashionable and elegant look to the interior.

Feng Shui is an ancient art followed by millions of people in many parts of the world. It talks about the flow of energy through your home. There are three fundamental principles of Feng Sui; one, everything is alive with energy which is also known as ‘Chi’; second, everything is constantly changing and third, everything is interconnected. It is believed that one should never have any clutter in his home because as energy is constantly flowing, clutter creates blockages. Talking about kitchen, it is a very important place in our home because of obvious reasons. But at the same time, it is commonly used as a dumping ground. Things should always be kept back to their original places to avoid clutter. Shoes or rugs should be particularly banned from the kitchen.

A kitchen has predominantly two main elements, fire and water. Fire element is the stove whereas the sink and refrigerator are the water elements. These two elements should never be placed next to each other else it will create energy conflict. To promote positive energy flow, you should place a crystal or chimes between the two conflicting energies. Other option is to put a bamboo stalks or a small potted plant between them. Stove should always be kept clean both from outside and inside. Burners should be regularly used.

Stove should be positioned in such a way that one can have a clear view of the doorway. Stove should not be placed directly under a window. There should be sufficient light in the kitchen. White and yellow are the best colors for the kitchen. If possible, use ceramic tile with a shiny finish. Other steps that you can take are to have a fruit basket in sight apart from having fresh flowers and plants as these things promote positive energy.