If your kitchen cabinets prompt you to yawn or, worse yet, hang your head in shame, there’s no need to despair. With just a little planning, a pinch of creativity, and a direction to guide your remodel efforts, you can have a trendy new space with minimal effort. Your budget plays a part, but your shopping […]
Read MoreToday’s best bathroom makeovers follow no formulas. In fact, today’s best designers are as apt to break a few rules as they are to subscribe to old familiar strains when it comes to “acceptable” style. There are, of course, considerations of function, budget and good taste. But, beyond that, this is a time — and […]
Read MoreIf you’re like most of us, planning a kitchen remodel can prompt a lot of “I want that” items. That’s okay. Why not spend some time creating your wish list; include the practical as well as the trendy. Then add some things purely for fun! If you work with a professional designer, chances are you can […]
Read MoreIf a gourmet helping of heart of the home style and convenience is what sets your heart aflutter, then you might want to layer on the luxury in your kitchen. You’ll find plenty of available options in appliances, cabinetry, materials and design, whether you want a contemporary dazzler or a traditionally detailed show stopper. Here’s […]
Read MoreWhen you are looking to hire a remodeler, you’re usually drawn in by the before-and-after pictures and by the potential of your new space. While those photos are attractive and grab your attention, BEWARE — they don’t tell the whole story. What happens in the time between those before-and-after photos is just as important as […]
Read MoreIf you have overstuffed notebooks full of kitchen decor ideas and dog-eared magazine pages with little resource information to guide you, it may be time to organize your kitchen renovation ideas into a cohesive and accessible resource. As you plan your remodel project, it is easy to become overwhelmed by the volume of attractive options […]
Read MoreClassic bathrooms are never out of style. While the latest colors, accessories, materials and bathroom fixtures can be appealing and add “zing” to your space, sticking with timeless white porcelain, soothing colors and quality materials will never disappoint. Traditional bath spaces rely on the details to achieve their timeless appeal. As an added bonus, the […]
Read MoreCountry kitchens have a feeling of home and comfort that is always appealing. Sometimes termed farmhouse style or cottage kitchens, the warmth stems from a feeling rather than a temperature, and they recall pleasant family gatherings, holiday dinners, the great scents of a simmering stew or a freshly baked pie, laughter and congeniality. Country Kitchen […]
Read MoreThere is something immensely satisfying about a rustic setting that looks as if it has evolved over time into a timeless statement of perfection. It’s the look of a Tuscany farmhouse, a Greek Island “taverna” or an Irish keeping room on a windswept bluff. Rustic, in terms of kitchen design can also be spiced with […]
Read MoreTransitional design, rather than being a nondescript look, can be an exciting blend of historical elements with futuristic convenience, melding the best of past, present and future into one harmonious whole. In terms of kitchen design, the warmth of a traditional keeping room may be the backdrop for trendy colors, thoroughly modern appliances, and features […]
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