The smart technology movement has changed how kitchens work. Whether you want to enhance an existing kitchen with newer technology or undertake a full remodel, here are some smart features worth considering.

Lighting

Your kitchen probably serves as more than a place to prepare meals. For some, it's also an office or homework area; for others, the place to entertain. No matter the function, lights are crucial. While overhead lighting is the foundation, accent lighting under or inside cabinets makes a real difference, perfect as a nightlight or for digging out rarely used serving dishes. A lighting system controlled by an app means you never walk into a dark house. We dig into kitchen lighting in our lighting guide.

Charging and Docking Stations

Phones, tablets, and laptops are integral to daily life. To keep everything running smoothly, devices need to stay charged. A kitchen docking station, either on a section of countertop or tucked away in a purpose-built drawer, keeps the family's devices juiced up and out of the way.

Smart Appliances

From digital food scales that measure ingredients while you prep, to app-enabled slow cookers that let you control temperature remotely, smart appliances offer real convenience. Smart refrigerators with built-in screens let you leave notes, view recipes, and create shopping lists. Voice assistants integrated with appliances let you set timers, read recipes, or build a grocery list while your hands are full.

A note on appliances: we don't sell appliances at Transitions. We refer most homeowners to KAM Appliances locally and coordinate appliance specs, delivery, and install with whoever you buy through.

Smart Faucets

Touchless or voice-controlled faucets are a meaningful upgrade. They keep food residue and grease off the faucet handle, dispense exact measurements of water for recipes, and improve hygiene during food prep.

Talk through smart kitchen features with a designer

If you're planning a kitchen and want to talk through which smart features actually fit how you cook, we'd love to talk.

Schedule a showroom visit at our 5,000 square foot showroom in Norwell. No pressure, just a real conversation about your home.

Transitions Kitchens, Baths & Remodeling
433 Washington St, Norwell, MA
(781) 871-0881