Kitchen Cabinet Design Programs

There are some things that need to be considered when designing a kitchen. These include allotted space, cabinet style, appliance choice, countertop choice and the layout of the kitchen. Fortunately, there are many kitchen cabinet design programs that are available to help in laying out kitchen cabinets in a virtual environment and designing a kitchen.

Distinctions Cabinetry Design Tool
 
This is an online design program that focuses only on kitchen cabinets built by Distinctions. It is free online and you can use it to design the layout of your kitchen, determine the size and placement of an island and select from ready-to-assemble or preassembled cabinets. You first select the layout of the kitchen that interests you and enter dimensions for doorways, windows and walls. The program will then guide you through basic appliance and cabinet options. Once you have established the layout, the program will allow you to select cabinets without suggestions or direction. You can move cabinets in the design plan any time you want. You may save the design, print it or delete it at any time. This program does not feature door designs and cabinet materials.

 
Home Design Software for Kitchen & Bath
 
This design software provides over 1,000 cabinet combinations and lets users to select furniture, appliances, cabinets and fixtures. You can set up the room in any custom design with as many doors and windows as you desire. You can customize cabinets based on wall, base, full height, corner, angle, shelves, doors and partitions. The program also comes with multiple cabinet color, material and design options. You can also customize hinges, pulls, handles and moldings. The program also features many customizable colors and materials countertops and flooring. This design program can be purchased or downloaded on DVD.

Plan 3D Online Kitchen Design Tool
 
This online design program allows users to remodel their current kitchen or design a new kitchen. The program features over 5,000 cabinets, faucets, flooring, furniture, countertops, sinks and other kitchen appliances. Designs rotate so you can view them from several different angles, and it provides light and shadowing from doors and windows for a realistic design. A monthly subscription to the Plan3D website is required.