It seems like there is never enough storage in our kitchens; I hear that from all of my clients. I have noticed some novel ways of gaining storage for spices that do not look anything like the old spice racks that we are used to seeing. All of these are designed with convenience in mind so that whatever you are needing is in easy reach. [...]
I recently read an article in which I found an article about kitchen appliances and what owners are adding to their kitchens today. As it turns out, one of the most wanted appliances today is a warming drawer! I used to see these in high end residential kitchens and then of course, restaurants have used them for years, but now they are available to many [...]
I have never talked to anyone who thinks they have more than enough cabinets, closets and drawer space, so if you are searching for more ways to get greater storage in your kitchen, consider a few of these ideas! Maybe it is time to clean out the clutter and remove anything that is not used to free up more space. Consider, old linens, pots, pans, [...]
For years when we were both designing new floor plans and looking at kitchen design in existing homes,we discussed what was called the "work triangle" or "efficiency triangle". What is this concept? The idea of a work triangle is that all the work areas are just a few steps from each other, 4-9 feet apart, and that the good workflow in these areas creates more [...]
Moen faucets are what I love to use in my home remodeling projects for both baths and kitchens. One of the reasons is that this company is always looking for ways to improve based on what the customerwants. The newest faucet sensation is called "MotionSense." Have youever had sticky fingers or been unable to turn on your kitchen faucet? Take a look at the details of [...]
If you considering installing new tile in your kitchen, there is so much to choose from! If you look at the different tiles in big box stores, decorating sites and magazines, you will see tiles in ceramic, glass, porcelain, terra-cotta and stone. How do you begin to know what will look the best, be durable and be available in the colors that you like? Here [...]
When you do a kitchen remodeling project in your home, countertops will account for 10-15% of the total cost of the project. Countertops are a huge component in any kitchen since they make a statement in both color and design. Take your time in making the countertop selection form both a color and material standpoint. Here are a few ideas to help you: 1. Consider [...]
If you are interested in improving your kitchen in function as well as design, you need to pay close attention to the “work triangle” or “efficiency triangle” , of your kitchen. This is the layout of the work areas in the kitchen that affords the cook with the optimum lengths and spaces located between the various sections of the kitchen. Typically, the sink is placed [...]
I just read a great article about the ways that homeowners are deciding to upgrade their existing homes. The data that is cited comes from the National Kitchen and Bath Association. Their information shows that people are deciding not to go with "traditional" changes to their homes, but with what they call "transitional" options that focus on more "long term desirability". Many of these changes [...]
Apparently, the US market conditions have improved enough that homebuilders and remodelers now want to understand better what has changed on the consumer wish list from before the recession started. Since most of us are now more cautious and practical than we were before, what are the options that homeowners and homebuyers want included in a new home or when they remodel? Anything related to [...]