Homeowners who renovate their kitchen on a tight budget should consider using finishes and materials that they may not have considered in the past, it has been suggested.The Arizona Daily Star spoke to architect Bob Lanning and designer Kate Hiller who saved money during a home design project by engaging in some second-hand shopping.They said that they were able to find a stylish free-standing glass-front cabinet which lends a custom look to the room as well as recycled metal countertops for the kitchen sink area. According to the news provider, these work surfaces create a look of stainless steel at a much lower price.Referring to second-hand shopping, Ms Hiller said You have to be a scrounger, you have to be scrappy, and look and push. But certain things you have to have new, like plumbing and ... light fixtures.Earlier this month, a report in the Vancouver Sun claimed that the popularity of living in city centre districts has forced many people to squeeze more into less when it comes to their home designs.