Archive of ‘Kitchen Design’ Category
Posted on August 10th, 2008 by by Amy
The effect lighting has on any room is more striking than you might think. In fact, just opening the drapes or having more natural light in a room can turn it from drab to cheerful. With that in mind, we turn to kitchen lighting. Because of the tasks completed in the kitchen, it is important […]
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Tags: design, designer, designs, home, kitchen, light, lighting, opener, sink, small, SunPipe
Posted on August 3rd, 2008 by by Amy
As mentioned in the previous post, re-decorating your kitchen can be an expensive and time-consuming activity. One way to reduce both the time and money you put into this type of project is by refurbishing your kitchen appliances (see previous post for details). Another way is by refacing the kitchen cabinets.
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Tags: accessory, appliance, appliances, cabinets, color, design, designer, designs, easy, expensive, free, hinges, kitchen, molding, refacing, refurbish, veneer
Posted on August 1st, 2008 by by Amy
We all know that kitchen appliances are some of the most expensive and widely used pie ces of furniture in any kitchen. As such, you want to try and keep them efficient, fresh and up-to-date. But this can be very costly.
If you don’t have the money to buy new appliances, or the time to spend […]
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Tags: cheap, contact paper, efficient, inexpensive, kitchen appliance, refurbish, stainless steel
Posted on July 29th, 2008 by by Amy
In the 21st Century the way we live varies vastly from how families conducted their lives 100 hundred years ago, and even 50 years ago. A standard home used to consist of a separate kitchen, living room, and formal dining room, each for different purposes. But as lifestyles, values and accompanying technology changes, so has […]
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Tags: comfort, design, designer, designs, family, home, kitchen, live in kitchen, sink, technology
Posted on July 20th, 2008 by by Amy
When choosing a professional to remodel your home it is sometimes difficult to know where to start looking or who to trust. You can always go with the advice of friends or family, but even that isn’t always perfect.
To make your life easier, visit the website of the Chrysalis Awards. Since 1993 this award has […]
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Tags: award, Chrysalis, cost, design, designer, designs, family, home, kitchen, remodeling
Posted on July 4th, 2008 by by Amy
Heartland Appliances Inc. are famous for the technical perfection and craftsmanship shown in their kitchen appliances. They believe in giving the customer what they want, not telling them what they need. From of this philosophy they have created 3 different series - the Classic Collection, the Legend Series and Paragon & Toledo.
Depending on […]
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Tags: appliance, Heartland, kitchen, oven, stove, traditional
Posted on July 3rd, 2008 by by Amy
With the wealth of modern food and beverage containers, from jar, to bottles to snack pack, it seems as though you need 6 different kitchen gadgets for 6 different container types. But who says that you can have just one which does it all? This is the question Crate & Barrel have answered […]
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Tags: accessory, kitchen, modern, opener
Posted on July 2nd, 2008 by by Amy
Imagination + Ingenuity = A Bigger Kitchen!
Having a small kitchen can seem like a problem when you consider all of the modern conveniences you have to fit into this space, but a little remodeling can lessen this hindrance. With the right general contractor and an open mind concerning storage, your small kitchen will be feeling […]
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Tags: cabinets, color, kitchen, lighting, remodeling, rennovation, small
Posted on July 1st, 2008 by by Amy
Sinks come in many different shapes, sizes and styles, from oval, and square to glass or tile, and almost everything in-between. Probably the most used sink in a home is the kitchen sink, which is typically more functional than others, and also has to deal with much more traffic than bathroom or other […]
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Tags: bathroom, Blanco, kitchen, SILGRANIT, sink
Posted on June 30th, 2008 by by Amy
Outdated kitchens can really affect the feel of a home, and cause problems when trying to create meals for the modern family. These issues are usually due to the inefficient and cramped floor plan of many old kitchens. Instead of just adding new countertops and refurnishing the cabinets to remodel your space, a […]
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Tags: appliance, appliances, budget, cabinets, family, florring, home, kitchen, light, lighting, modern, old, remodeling, video
Posted on June 29th, 2008 by by Amy
When it comes to kitchen remodeling Masters Touch of Medfield, a one-stop-shop providing architectural, design and construction services, has a few ideas about what to do and what to avoid.
Firstly, know why you are remodeling, perhaps because of an addition to the family of recent lifestyle change. Whatever your reason, be realistic and […]
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Tags: budget, designer, kitchen, remodeling, renovation
Posted on June 28th, 2008 by by Amy
It is a popular notion that kitchen remodeling will gain you more profit than loss when selling, but this isn’t always the case. In general, it is better to remodel for your own purposes rather than to try and sell your home. However, there are a few ways to increase buyer interest.
Firstly, if what your […]
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Tags: buyer, closets, cost, home, kitchen, lighting, remodeling, selling
Posted on June 27th, 2008 by by Amy
Modern kitchen ideas are easy to come by in magazines, home decorating books, and increasingly the internet. They tend to incorporate simple and sleek furniture with bold colors, and appliances are either stainless steel, white or pastel colors.
One company specializing in modern kitchen design is John Lum Architecture Inc., based in San Fransisco. […]
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Tags: architecture, design, kitchen, modern
Posted on June 26th, 2008 by by Amy
Kitchen flooring can have a huge impact of the style of your kitchen due to the sheer size and visibility of most kitchen floors. This flooring also has to meet a lot of demands due to the high volume of traffic most kitchens attract, not to mention the daily dirt accumulated from cooking, children, […]
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Tags: bold, checkerboard, flooring, kitchen
Posted on June 14th, 2008 by by Amy
Contemporary kitchens have always been popular, and a current kitchen designer and manufacturer is Bulthaup, which offers holistic solutions for kitchen living spaces. Their three main collections are bulthaup 1, bulthaup 3 and bulthaup system 20, but they also offer collections called accessories, technic and communication (furniture), all of which have their own products.
Bulthaup prides […]
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Tags: contemporary, design, kitchen, modern, stainless steel
Posted on June 13th, 2008 by by Amy
Another Italian company which specializes in modern kitchen design is Dada. With a large collection of contemporary kitchen appliances and cabinets, Dada is sure to have a lasting impact on your home.
One collection is Hi-Line, featuring light and dark wooden cabinets, a suspended operational peninsula, and wall units with a special lighting system. An additional […]
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Tags: Italy, kitchen layouts, modern ktichens, modular kitchen
Posted on June 13th, 2008 by by Amy
The foundation of any modern kitchen is contemporary furniture and appliances. You could choose classic stainless steel alliances, which are easy to clean and loved my many, or why not be more daring and try something a little different?
At www.snaidero.com you will find a large selection of unique modern kitchen appliances, designed in Italy. […]
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Tags: contemporary, design, Italy, Kitchen Appliances, modern, Small Kitchens
Posted on June 12th, 2008 by by Amy
There is a lot of choice in dishes and cutlery for your modern kitchen, even more so with the almost limitless abundance on the web. However, one kitchen design company stands out from the rest because of their unique designs and philosophy; Tonfisk Design.
Tonfisk’s eye-catching and functional modern designs are handmade, while the company aspires […]
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Tags: cutlery and dishes, modern dishes, modern kitche design, vitreous ceramic
Posted on June 12th, 2008 by by Amy
When selling your home it is important to consider how a potential buyer is likely to view your home. Does it come across as too personal, or with great potential? One area in which renovations can be expensive and time consuming is the kitchen. You many have the colors and matching appliances just how you […]
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Tags: house selling tips, kitchen colors, kitchen decoration, modern kitchen
Posted on June 8th, 2008 by by Amy
Kitchen countertops largely influence the style of the room, perhaps more than in any other room due to the large amount of kitchen surfaces. While marble, granite, tile and other natural stones may seem like an obvious choice, there are an increasing number of new options available.
Eco-friendly countertops include those manufactured from recycled glass, paper, […]
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Tags: Avonite, eco-freindly, granite, IceStone, kitchen countertops, marble, Richlite, tile