Remodelling a kitchen can be a sound financial investment.However, before starting there are a number of things homeowners should think about, according to the Macon County News.The newspaper states it is vital to set a budget and stick to it. It advises those with limited cash may want to give cabinets a facelift rather than tearing them out and starting from scratch.People are also advised to plan out the design of their new kitchen carefully.The newspaper claims most designers would opt for a triangular arrangement of the sink, oven and refrigerator to reduce the necessity to keep walking from one end of the kitchen to the other when cooking.Those considering a refit are warned to do their homework before hiring builders or designers as well.The newspaper states A contractor will become your right-hand man during the remodeling, so you want to have a good rapport with him and make sure hes listening to your suggestions and wishes.Earlier this month, the Thaindian said it is only a matter of time before robots take on household chores in the kitchen.