If you kitchen is in need of a change, consider a kitchen remodel. Remodeling your kitchen can increase the value of your home. In the first video of this series, Lowe’s put together some basics of kitchen remodeling to help you plan the scope of your project. The next video will help you pull your ideas into a design. And the third video will help you get ready for the actual renovation. The series is an introduction to kitchen remodeling. First, you must decide what you want out of your kitchen. The way you live, the way you cook and the way you entertain all go into making a kitchen that works for you. A good way to envision your kitchen is to look at other kitchens. Look at what your friends have. Look at magazines and the internet. Go to home show and visit the Lowe’s Kitchen Center. Another great resource is www.LowesCreativeIdeas.com Save pictures so you can remember what inspires you. While at Lowe’s checkout the kitchen brochures. They have tons of information on kitchen planning and remodeling to help you answer some basic remodeling questions, like what kitchen layout will work best, what appliances and features you need, what style and color you want, and what’s your budget. Many of your choices will be impacted by how much you want to spend. There are ways to tackle a kitchen remodel for any budget. Lowe’s also has financing options that can help. If your budget is pretty modest, or if your kitchen just needs a refresh, you should start simple with cosmetic …