Big, beautiful, fully-equipped kitchen islands are probably the single biggest trending item in
2013 kitchen design. They've been gaining in popularity for years, but if you're planning a kitchen remodel for the coming year, a k...
Kitchen islands have been one of the hottest features in kitchen design for years now. As floor plans become more open and homeowners consistently favor a barrier-free layout,
kitchen islands have seemingly become the ideal piece of furniture, providing storage, seating, and prep space, and allowin...
The last few years have been pretty rough for homeowners. With home values dropping and money tight all around, it's been a while since big home renovation has been at the front of anyone's mind. But 2013 promises to be an end to a years-long dry spell, with many homeowners already planning major remodels. If this year is starting to feel like your year, too, here are a few of the top home improve...
Right now, having an up-to-date kitchen is one of the most desirable features in a home. But getting an open floor plan and all the modern conveniences doesn't come cheap - to say nothing of some of the high end, luxury items you've probably seen on TV. But just because you're on a strict budget doesn't mean you can't improve the way your kitchen looks. In fact, focusing the money you have on a fe...
Kitchens are increasingly becoming the entertainment hub of the home, and entertaining has become more casual. Instead of formal dining rooms, these days people are turning to
kitchen islands for a place to seat their guests. In fac...
Having the right
lighting in your kitchen is incredibly important. Especially in a larger kitchen, or one where you do a lot of entertaining, just your standard bank of fluorescent lights probably isn't going to cut it. Good
Do You Need A Second Sink? Examining The Trend Towards Two Sink Kitchens
Adding a second sink is starting to show up on a lot of
kitchen to-do lists. It's one of those features that you probably wouldn't even think to want if you hadn't heard of it before, but makes so much sense when you do. Having ...
Regular readers of this blog will know that I have something of a love/hate relationship with modern design. As much as I love the sleek, minimalist simplicity of the design, I'm less fond of the stark, almost hands-off feel a very dramatic modern design can have. This tenuous balance is especially evident (to me) in a modern kitchen, where a commercial style can create a very industrial feel that...
Installing new kitchen cabinetry is one of the most important home improvement decisions you'll make. As I'm sure you know, getting all new kitchen cabinets can be incredibly expensive, and it's a choice that's going to determine the way your kitchen looks for years to come. That's why it's so, so important to make an informed decision about your design before work begins on your kitchen. Paying a...
White is one of the most popular colors for a kitchen these days. From highly traditional to sleek and modern and everywhere in between, the bright, clean look of a white kitchen holds an almost universal appeal. But making the look work well can be a little tricky. Too much white and your space can look sterile rather than inviting, and too little and you won't get the full effect. Adding just a ...
