A recent analysis of kitchen trends by one of the largest manufacturers of kitchen cabinets in North America offers some interesting insights to help you plan your kitchen remodel. 59% of kitchen renovations involve changing the kitchen’s footprint to be more open and to include other rooms in the home. 49% of kitchen remodels increase […]
Tell tale signs of an aging kitchen
There are lots of great reasons to renovate your kitchen. New kitchens improve quality of life for your family. A new kitchen makes preparing meals, cooking and dining so much more enjoyable. A new kitchen allows you to make a unique and distinctive design statement. A new kitchen increases the value of your home and […]
The State of Luxury Kitchen Design
The 2018 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is the largest trade show for our industry, attracting more than 700 exhibitors and nearly 60,000 industry professionals. This year’s KBIS featured the AuthLux Summit, a panel of experts offering guidance for designing the luxury kitchen of tomorrow today. The overwhelming reason to invest in a luxury […]
Island Breeze
Islands are among the most popular features of a new kitchen. And for many good reasons: islands serve as multifunction workstations that provide beautiful and functional space for cooking, eating, working, socializing and storage. During initial design meetings with our clients who are interested in a new island, we evaluate the size and shape of […]
Often Ignored Questions You Need to Ask for a Successful Kitchen Remodel
A kitchen remodel is a big undertaking. Before you you begin we recommend you consider these areas for a successful experience. Code compliance: Ask your showroom consultant the different code requirements that must be met in order to produce the kitchen of your dreams. In many jurisdictions, codes will affect the size and type of range hood […]
Kitchen and Bath Industry Show
I am headed to the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) 2018. Typically I post a summary of the show when I return. This year, I am going to do something a little different. I am posting this the day before I leave for KBIS. Why? Someone asked me recently why I go to KBIS […]
Top Remodeling Trends
The remodeling industry reported strong returns in 2017 as more people are taking on remodeling projects to increase home value and enhance their environment. We have found among our clientele that time is their most important asset, and they come to us knowing that we can be their one-stop shop and manage their kitchen, bath, […]
The Kitchen of the Future
The recent third annual Smart Kitchen Summit provided a window into what the kitchen of the future may look like. And it’s not necessarily limited to connectivity. Certainly, most everything from waste disposers to toasters not only will connect, they also will think, negotiate and act. The innovations taking place in kitchen products and the […]
Steve’s Kitchen 101
An important facet of kitchen design is typically cabinet selection. There are an almost unlimited number of options, and there is unique nomenclature that manufacturers and designers use. Here’s a guide to some of most popular cabinet terminology. Cabinet Construction Framed Cabinets Framed cabinets have rails and stiles that form the face frame at the […]
The Hottest Kitchen Trends
Kitchen & Bath Design News, the industry’s leading publication, recently assembled a panel of experts to discuss the hottest kitchen trends that are expected to continue into the New Year. Kitchen Appliance Trends Black stainless Smart technology Refigerators with built-in cameras or InstaView doors that make contents easily visible Induction cooktops French door ovens Energy-efficient, […]
