If you're considering building a new kitchen or renovating an existing one, you'll have to consider the options between a modular kitchen and a custom-built kitchen. These two kitchens are often pitched as the end-all and be-all when creating the perfect home for your cooking needs. While both have similar purposes, they have advantages and disadvantages with specific distinctive attributes.
Modular Kitchens
Modular kitchens are independent units brought together to form a complex structure for better convenience. These units are manufactured in local or overseas factories. They are in ready-to-install modules and then transported to the site for assembly. They are common among households where affordability is the primary goal.
The cabinets and drawers come in standardised sizes and predetermined styles with specific depths, heights, and widths to match the current trend. Because these cabinets are standalone parts that are pre-designed, customisation options are limited, except maybe in positioning them in the kitchen.
The cabinets and drawers come in standardised sizes and predetermined styles with specific depths, heights, and widths to match the current trend. Because these cabinets are standalone parts that are pre-designed, customisation options are limited, except maybe in positioning them in the kitchen.
You may also need to compromise quite a bit regarding a modular kitchen. Since they are mass-produced, the cost of each cabinet is reduced because of the fixed sizes, the same materials, and similar designs. This results in more automation with a quicker assembly of the units.
Also, you will often find quality issues with modular cabinetry since reducing cost is the primary goal. Some manufacturers will use a cheaper substitute for their door and panel material. This is also true when it comes to hardware. This is also hard to be
Custom-Built Kitchens
Custom-built kitchens are usually designed by local carpenters, considering your specific requirements—the size, functionality, and design of the cabinets. The drawers and shelves can also be specially modified and built to suit the home’s aesthetics and space. Other customisation options include:
- Customised drawer and cabinets sizes for specific hardware
- Customised drawer and cabinet sizes to cater for the appearance
- Customised dividers, drawer height and width for specific storage needs
- Customised cabinetry for integrated appliances and butler sinks
- Other personalised features for specific storage needs
The cabinetry can be tailored depending on your habit. For example, left-handed VS right-handed. That’s why custom-built kitchens are more user-friendly, as much consideration goes into personalising everything.