Blog: in the kitchen

Quartz Countertops

Today, the trend is towards quartz-based counters, many which use recycled ingredients in their mix. Boasting the best qualities of laminate and stone, quartz began appearing in U. S. homes just a few years after gaining popularity in Europe.

Posted: 2 December 2011 | more Arrow

Cork Flooring

Are you one of those people who saves wine bottle corks thinking you will someday do something creative with them? These days, cork flooring is looked to as a great “green” building material but truth be told, it first came into use at the end of the 19th century.

Posted: 2 December 2011 | more Arrow

Layers of Light - Undercabinet Task Lighting

As designers, we always speak about the various “layers of light” that a space should have.   A kitchen is no different from other spaces in this regard.   General, ambient and task lighting are musts for a room that gets as much use as our kitchens.

Posted: 14 October 2011 | more Arrow

Thermofoil Cabinetry

An expanded selection of door styles and colors, as well as improvements in the technology make Thermofoil doors an attractive and cost effective option for kitchens today.

Posted: 3 October 2011 | more Arrow

Kitchen Trends-Driftwood

One of the first questions our designers are asked by clients undergoing a kitchen renovation are “What are people doing now?”   The answer to this question, like most style questions, is forecast by industry experts who’s job it is to project color trends for everything from scarves to automobiles   Kitchen cabinetry manufacturers introduce new...

Posted: 23 August 2011 | more Arrow

Plan Your Outdoor Kitchen

Grilling during the lazy, hazy days of summer allows you to experience the creative, social and health benefits of cooking outside. Expand your joy of the grilling experience by creating an outdoor kitchen at your home with all the conveniences that you enjoy inside.

Posted: 25 July 2011 | more Arrow