Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about how much time I spend in the kitchen…
Maybe it’s the summer produce piling up on the counter, or maybe it’s the way I can’t open the dishwasher without blocking the fridge — but lately, the layout of our kitchen has been driving me nuts. It’s funny how you can live with something for years and then one day… snap. You’re suddenly done with it.
That happened to me last week. I was trying to prep dinner while my husband washed dishes and our kid made a PB&J, and it felt like we were all playing bumper cars. There’s no flow, no good lighting, and not nearly enough counter space. I don’t need a showpiece kitchen, just one that doesn’t make cooking feel like an obstacle course.
So I started researching kitchen layout fixes and stumbled onto Mejia Construction’s kitchen remodeling page: https://mejiaconstructionde.com/services. They’re based right here in New Castle, and reading through their approach honestly calmed me down a bit.
🍴 It’s About How You Use the Kitchen
What stood out to me was how much emphasis they place on function. Not just cabinets and colors — but how a kitchen works in everyday life. They talk about improving traffic flow and building around cooking habits, not trends. That resonated so hard. We’re not trying to impress anyone — we just want to be able to cook a meal without running into each other like we’re on a sitcom set.
They also mentioned custom islands, energy-saving appliances, and durable finishes that can stand up to heavy use. That’s exactly what we need. I can’t tell you how many times we’ve replaced drawer pulls or had to re-caulk around the sink. It adds up.
🔍 Planning My Dream Layout (In My Head, For Now)
Mejia’s page had me sketching new ideas in my notebook during lunch. What if we moved the fridge closer to the pantry wall? What if the island had built-in storage and enough overhang to seat two people for breakfast? I started picturing pendant lights over the prep area, deep drawers for pots, maybe even a built-in spice rack.
I loved that they seemed to care about daily use — not just magazine-cover aesthetics. Things like lighting that’s bright but soft, outlets where they actually make sense, and cabinets that open fully without smacking into each other. The basics. But better.
This part really got me: they use “stain-resistant countertops” and materials that last. I don’t want quartz that chips the first time someone drops a mug. I want something that’s going to handle spaghetti night, science projects, and the occasional wine spill with grace.
🧃 One Step Closer to Making It Happen
I’m not ready to rip everything out yet — we still have to budget, figure out timing, and brace ourselves for the chaos of a reno — but this is the closest I’ve ever felt to actually doing it. I even showed my husband the Mejia Construction page and he said, “They look solid.”
That’s high praise from him.
For now, I’m measuring the space, dreaming of drawers that glide like butter, and avoiding Pinterest (it just makes me feel broke). But when we’re ready? I think we’ll go local. These folks seem to understand what Delaware kitchens really need.
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