studio kitchen/bath renovation

[badperson]

I was going thru my old posts on this board, and  I  first asked about a bathroom reno in 2012...
but I think next year I am going to do both kitchen and bath, and am about to get the ball rolling making sure I am good with the co-op board and making sure I have all my research done.

In looking thru my kitchen options, my current kitchen setup has a small dishwasher and a large built-in microwave, I use neither with great regularity, especially the dishwasher which is basically useless.

If I leave these items out in a kitchen renovation, will that negatively impact resale?

[carrefour_ny]

A dishwasher has a great appeal esp in our neighborhood where not all bldgs allow them, so leaving it out will likely mean losing a sale perk.

The microwave is also standard but if you want to get rid of the built-in one, there are other ways to accommodate a microwave, unlike a dishwasher.

[badperson]

thanks for reply...that is basically what I figured and basically where I am going. Will need to find an apt dishwasher that doesn't suck... 

[carrefour_ny]

Glad this was helpful. I don't know what your criteria are but I have a Bosch dishwasher, and I'm very happy with it. It's super economical from water use point of view, and very quiet. Good luck.

[am315]

Let me second the Bosch recommendation. They make great quality, super quiet dishwashers. And if you don't have a lot of space they have a model that's smaller than standard. It's perfect for a small kitchen. PC Richard may carry it.

[Minimal4me]

We renovated our kitchen last year about this time (I can't believe it's been almost a year) and after researching I wanted either a Bosch or Miele dishwasher (for the upper cutlery rack, upper spray arm, and quiet). I got a used panel-ready Miele on Craigslist for $125 and it works like a dream. If you're on a budget, you can get some great appliances on CL. That DW came from a luxury home in Bedford whose new buyer was replacing an almost new kitchen. Crazy but true.

[hum@njukebox1]

Sounds like you lucked out!

[Ms. Jackson]

I have a Bosch, too, and it is great. Super quiet.