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3 Things to Consider Before Starting a Project: Lifestyle Edition
What should you think about before you start a kitchen renovation project? Taking on a new kitchen renovation project can be overwhelming. That’s why it makes sense to spend as much time as is necessary to plan out your project. Following a road map is easier than blazing a trail as you go. Here are…
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What’s Your Bathroom Style?
We’ve talked about kitchen style in the past, but what about bathroom style? Bathrooms are often either overlooked as strictly utilitarian or absolutely wrapped in luxury and we think there is a missing middle ground that appeals to most people. So what does your ideal bathroom look like? If you’re having trouble describing it, we’ve…
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Kitchen Islands
Kitchen Islands They serve so many purposes that they are virtually a staple of today’s kitchens. Extra storage space, food prep area and working or dining opportunities they provide are definitely worth the physical floor space they inhabit. The key is in the planning; plan well and reap the rewards, but a poorly arranged layout…
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Our Favorite TV Kitchens
We always say kitchens are the heart of the home, so it makes sense that many pivotal scenes from these classic television shows are set in the kitchen. Need help choosing the right kitchen countertop? Can you guess which popular tv series each of these iconic kitchens belong to? Downton…
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Black is the New Black
Does the idea of black decor make you think of the high gloss lacquer of the 80’s? When mirrored surfaces ruled and neon deco prints adorned every available wall. Don’t let this picture of the past ruin dark colors for you. Black finishes, especially high contrast design such as black and white, are very much…
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Style Guides: Mixing Styles
From traditional to contemporary Over the course of our style guides, we’ve visited many regions of the world and many eras. Looking at themes ranging from traditional to contemporary, from formal to cozy. While each of these styles is a melange of different rules and guidelines, sometimes it’s good to blur the margins and merge…
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