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The Press-Dispatch B-7 Wednesday, September 11, 2013 Renovation tips: Kitchen upgrades for easier cooking (StatePoint) Whether you're a serious at-home chef or a casual cook, a kitchen renovation should be more than a superficial makeover. By improving the functionality of the space, you can pave the way toward better cooking and happier hosting. How do you make your kitchen renovation not only eye-catching, but useful as well? Here are three things to consider: Counter Space If you have the space for it, consider multiplying your workspace with an island or peninsula. Be advised, you won't do yourself any favors by including these features if your kitchen is too small. An architect or interior designer can help you determine what is feasible. If you're tight on space, a rolling kitchen cart with a countertop may be your best bet. You can also create more room for food preparation by purchasing a cutting board for the top of your cooking surface. Counter space isn't for collecting clutter. It's crucial for storing imporAppliances tant utensils and tools, and for chopping, prepping, mixing and mashAre your appliances as old as your ing. Be sure you give yourself plen- family's secret recipes? You may not ty of elbow room. realize it, but your aged appliances are probably making your job more difficult than need be. Don't settle for uneven cooking, slow pre-heating, and insufficient burners. Without sacrificing beauty, craftsmanship or style, you can replace outdated appliances with high-quality ones that are designed for accuracy and precision. Gain more control of your cooking by taking a cue from professional chefs. Opt for a range or cooktop that features high efficiency sealed gas burners designed for pinpoint accuracy, flame control and better heat distribution. Another feature to look for is a "tri-flame" burner, with control of the center, outer and inner flame, giving you greater flexibility in how much heat you're cooking with and where it's being applied. For a more functional, beautiful kitchen, it's all about finding the intersection of cutting edge technology and craftsmanship. Consider checking out a brand such as Verona, an Italian manufacturer of kitchen appliances that applies cooking expertise to make ranges, cooktops and ovens. Another great way to upgrade is by outfitting your oven, cooktop and range with helpful accessories that can make cooking easier, such as a rotisserie, a griddle, a steam basin and BBQ grill top. Be sure to find a multiple-use oven that performs a scope of functions. For example ILVE offers ovens that can go from defrosting to grilling to baking a pizza with a turn of a knob. Lighting Too often, homeowners tolerate insufficient lighting in the room where they need it most. Ensure your space is bright enough for you to work efficiently. In addition to your ambient overhead lighting, make good use of the natural light in your kitchen by day. By evening, strategically positioned task lights over work surfaces can make cooking easier. Kitchen renovations can be costly. Make key upgrades that are worth your time and money. LISTINGS WANTED!" IT! ill rris Real Estate w "Ha List with Pike County's Real Estate Powerhouse! SELL 44 S State Road 61, Winslow NEW LISTING! Wow! An extraordinarily charming 3 bedroom country home on 7 acres. The home has been beautifully landscaped and has a wonderful decor. The 30x40 detached garage is very high quality. The 7 acres of land are currently being utilized as a mini-farm with goats and chickens. The home has been completely updated with new replacement windows, insulation, electrical/plumbing systems, roof, A/C, furnace and septic system. Call Darron Albin at $ 165,000 483-6708. MLS# 202392 -Jayla and Jenna 6613 E CR 250 N, Winslow NEW LISTING! This might be what you were looking for. A three bedroom, two bath brick ranch house in the country, Jefferson Township, on 2.4 acres with a large 56' x 32' pole barn as well as a second building with lean to. This is pretty private. Nice location and a nice home. MLS#202097 $160,000 612 S Hickory Ln, Petersburg Well built three bedroom/two bath home with a lot of open space including a large living room, family room and a huge sun porch. It includes a two car attached garage and an outbuilding. Many updates and obviously well cared for. Very nice yard in a great neighborhood in the Eastwood subdivision. $139,900 MLS#194903 PRICE REDuCED 105 N. Collins St, Winslow Solid, well built three bed brick ranch home with two car garage on the edge of Winslow. Beautifully landscaped with multiple decks and pathways. The home is well taken care of with new flooring, new roof and ceiling fans throughout. The back yard also has a bi-level yard barn. Beautiful home in a $119,900 nice area. MLS# 197622 521 E Hodges St, Petersburg Recently remodeled spacious three bedroom, two bath family bi-level in a great neighborhood. Tasteful updates include new ceramic tile, laminate, countertops, trim, water softener and more. Over 2100 square feet, built in 1979 on a lot just over 2/3rds of an acre. All appliances included. $119,900 MLS#196454 1108 E Poplar St, Petersburg Historic Petersburg home built in 1868, the former residence of Doc & Rosemary Weathers in a great location convenient to town but on a quiet street. Four bedroom with a possible fifth, two and a half baths, one with a shower seat and sky light. Includes living room, family room and a parlor with fireplace and bay window. A great home with a lot of character. MLS# 201267 $114,900 5382 W CR 300 N, Petersburg Beautifully preserved and updated older home with a lot of character and a lot of space. Four bedrooms, two baths, a large living room, parlor, a nice sized kitchen all ready to become your next home. Located on a nice convenient lot in Petersburg with a garage. MLS#200636 MLS#199370 $99,900 1824 E Main St, Petersburg MAKE AN oFFER! 404 SW 2nd St, Washington Very nice three bedroom 1986 stick built home with a two car garage and a fenced in yard. Updates include a newer roof and vinyl. House is well insulated and has a lovely kitchen island with lots of storage space. MLS# 195057 NEW LISTING! $72,900 $94,900 1859 E Main St, Petersburg Cute and cozy updated three bedroom, two bath home with fenced in yard, large garage, storage building, huge bathroom, nice kitchen, large living room, dining room and good sized bedrooms. MLS# 202198 106 N 11th St, Petersburg Secluded 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with large living area and an insert fireplace. 5 miles away from town with peaceful, country living, this farm house includes recent updates of electrical, HVAC, and plumbing. This home sits on 4 acres of recreational land and comes with a new carport, trailer with a lean-to, garage and second home which is an older modified trailer. PRICE REDuCED! Wow! Very nice limestone house with a recent total makeover. Updates include: New roof, new central air, new electric, new cabinets and countertops and more. Oak flooring, arched doorways, refinished doors and casings. Attached garage with large yard barn. Two bedrooms, a good sized living room, and a nice sized kitchen. An outstanding value. $69,900 MLS#199528 $74,900 ovER 7 ACRES 6378 N Blackburn Rd, Petersburg Secluded 7.38 acres with peach, apple, pear and persimmon trees. Two bedroom older manufactured home with addition and attached garage. Property also includes an open barn and several utility sheds. Rolling hills and wooded acreage make this a nature lover's paradise and a nice future building site. MLS# 197256 $52,900 MAKE AN oFFER! 1503 E. Walnut St, Petersburg You must see to appreciate! Two level living with more space than it appears! Three bedroom, 1 1/2 bath. Walk out basement and very cozy. Quiet, convenient neighborhood with many updates MLS#198560 $49,900 114 N Nichols Ave, Petersburg Great starter house or a great place to downsize. This two bedroom, one bath house has larger rooms and a great location. There is also a detached one car garage and utility buildings give you plenty of storage. The kitchen is large and has washer/dryer hook-ups for convenience. Located in the city, but feels like country. Call Joe Schitter at 449-6469. MLS#200800 $47,900 CoMMERCIAL / MuLTI-uNIT 200 Hampton Dr, Evansville Main level, corner condo located just off Green River Rd. This one bedroom condo offers an open living/dining room with a breakfast bar. A large bathroom and bedroom makes this just the right size. Condo fees include water, sewer, trash, outside insurance, maintenance, and improvements. Call Joe Schitter at 449-6469 MLS#199196 $45,900. 1004 E. Illinois St., Petersburg MLS#179830 103 E. Main St., Petersburg Great Commercial potential at First and Main! Five parcel lot, ½ of a city block with all frontage on Main Street, State Road 57. Property is sold for commercial development and not as residence. A busy spot in town, next to Hucks and across from Subway. MLS#196806 MLS#193826 $34,900 LoTS AND ACREAGE 12733 Yellowbanks Trail, Dale 0 E State Road 64, Winslow 16,200 square foot former grocery building on 2.5 acres in a great location. This intersection is the gateway to Petersburg. Several more acres are available if needed. 1408 E Walnut St, Petersburg Remodeled three bedroom home with many updates. A beautiful kitchen, nice sized rooms, two garages, all for a reasonable price. 29 acres in a great location at the corner of State Road 64 and Meridian. A very nice property, mostly scrub and smaller growth with some mature trees. A great recreational property with other potential. There is a gas line easement as well as a power line easement through the property. Includes all mineral rights. We do not believe that the property has ever been mined. MLS# 198752 $86,900 0 S CR 125 W, Petersburg Very spacious open field in a nice, quiet country setting on the corner of two paved roads. Property offers 7.84 acres of tillable land surrounded by mature trees. Electric and water run to the property. Land would be a great place for agriculture, recreation or building site. MLS#201002 $27,500 Check out this great lot located in the Yellow Banks Recreation area. This is a lake frontage lot with a deck that provides the perfect place to fish or tie up your boat. The lot has hook-ups for water and electric. This would make a great spot for an RV, manufactured home or cabin to provide you with a relaxing get away any time you wanted. MLS#199271 $24,900 510 N 7th St, Petersburg Income potential! These 4 apartments are always full! They are well kept and located in a convenient setting close to town. At $490 per month you gross over $23,000 a year. These 2 bedroom apartments each have a 1 car garage and a concrete drive. Ideal setting for renters! MLS#193720 $179,900 200 E Lucas St, Winslow Three lots totaling 1.45 acres on the edge of Winslow. Formerly housing several trailers. Electricity, sewer and water is to the site. Lots included are: N Vine St & E Morton St, Lucas Add 220, parcel number 63-07-32-331-012.000.010 E Lucas St & S Vine St, Lucas Add 177, parcel number 63-0732-331-008.000-010 and S Walnut, PT SW 32 1S 7 0.75A, parcel number 63-07-32-339-014.000.010. MLS# 201352 $14,900 0 W Hawthorne Dr, Petersburg "Two lots for the price of one!" These two lots are located on the North side, at the end of W Hawthorne Drive in the City of Petersburg. They are wooded and offer several possibilities. Call Joe Schitter at 449-6469 MLS#198681 $6,000 1605 E. Locust St., Petersburg 58'x105' lot at 1605 E. Locust. Nice lot in good neighborhood, convenient location near Petersburg Elementary. MLS#175379 $4,000 harrIs 2102 E Main St., Petersburg Here is a turn key operation to be your own boss. The East Main Diner. A full service restaurant, grill, pizza parlor, and ice cream shop, fully equipped and ready to go. A clean and neat place. Beautifully rebuilt in 2008. High traffic area. MLS#188436 $79,900 618 E Main St, Petersburg Over 7,200 square feet and endless possibilities. Lots of room and space with over twenty rooms on the main level including a 60' x 45' lobby, at least seven large offices, a conference room, three bathrooms and much more. You double the space on the second floor. This also includes a 105' x 105' extra lot for parking. MLS#192716 $69,900 408 S 16th St, Petersburg Nice corner lot in a convenient location near Petersburg Elementary at the intersection of 16th and Maple Street. Dimensions are 52' x 105'. MLS#188796 $3,500 reaL estate.Us Use yoUr smartphone