About the Course

This course expands on The Science of Kitchen Design, The Art of Kitchen Design, and The Business of Kitchen Design that were introduced in The Beginners Guide to Kitchen Design.

Course Learning Objectives

  • In The Science of Kitchen Design, you will learn to develop functional designs, explore unique cabinet uses, and incorporate accessories.

  • In The Art of Kitchen Design, you will learn about specifying hardware, specifying cabinet trim, and mixing & matching trim.

  • In The Business of Kitchen Design, you will learn about the importance of doing an advanced needs assessment for your client and learn advanced presentation skills that are sure to impress.

Course Curriculum

    1. Introduction & Learning Objectives

    2. Kitchen Designer Training Checklist

    1. The Science of Kitchen Design

    2. Food Flow Theory

    3. The Food Storage Zone

    4. Test Your Learning - The Food Storage Zone

    5. The Prep Zone

    6. Test your Learning - The Prep Zone

    7. The Cooking Zone

    8. Test Your Learning - The Cooking Zone

    9. The Serving Zone

    10. Test your Learning - The Serving Zone

    11. The Clean-Up Zone

    12. Test your Learning - The Clean-Up Zone

    1. Wall Cabinets

    2. Base Cabinets

    3. Tall & Mid Height Cabinets

    4. Test Your Learning - Unique Cabinet Solutions

    1. Introduction to Specifying Accessories & Learning Objectives

    2. Basic Accessories

    3. Accessory Collections

    4. Accessories for Bakers

    5. Accessories for Entertainers

    6. Accessories for the Home Chef

    7. Test Your Learning - Cabinet Accessories

    1. Introduction to the Art of Kitchen Design & Learning Objectives

    2. Top & Bottom Mouldings

    3. Decorative Toe-Kick & Fillers

    4. Decorative Hardware

    5. Selecting Decorative Hardware

    6. Mix & Match Cabinet Finishes

    7. Test Your Learning - The Art of Kitchen Design

    1. Introduction to the Business of Kitchen Design & Learning Objectives

    2. The 5 Essential Questions

    3. Client Needs Assessment

    4. Kitchen Design Survey - Question Style

    5. Kitchen Design Survey - Checkbox Style

    6. Determining Ideal Countertop Heights

    7. The Final Presentation

    8. Test Your Learning - The Business of Kitchen Design

About this course

  • 42 lessons
  • 2.5 hours of video content

Meet Your Instructor

Instructor Jan Rutgers

Jan has been a professional kitchen designer for more than 25 years. She has designed over 2000 kitchens and is passionate about sharing her knowledge. She is the perfect person to guide you through your kitchen design training journey.