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10 Beautiful Kitchen Island Design Ideas

How To Transform The Look, Flow, And Functionality Of Your Kitchen

Adding an island to your kitchen plans, whether you're building a custom home or remodeling, can significantly transform the look, flow, and functionality of your new space. An island expands food prep areas, cooking zones, storage, and seating, improves efficiency, and serves as a central gathering spot that’s perfect for...

14 Aug 24

What Is The Difference Between Remodeling And Renovating A Kitchen?

Find Out Which Type Of Home Improvement Project Fits Your Needs

The terms "kitchen remodeling" and "kitchen renovating" are often used interchangeably, but they do have different meanings. Both will improve the aesthetics of your kitchen, but there are certain benefits and key differences between remodeling and renovating. Let's explore what's involved with each type of home improvement project...

14 Feb 23

How To Select The Perfect Kitchen Faucet

Evaluating Style and Function

From washing hands to cleaning dishes, a kitchen faucet gets a workout every single day. So, you need a faucet that is functional and built to last, while complementing the style of your kitchen. Selecting the perfect combination of features is important. Here are some factors to consider when choosing your new kitchen faucet.

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06 Jul 22

Beautiful New Indoor And Outdoor Living Space

Turning Lemons Into Lemonade

The story begins with a huge tree crashing through the back of a home during a storm. The homeowners called us for help and we got to work right away. We repaired the family room ceiling, which had a big hole in it. Then we got to work on renovating the kitchen and adding a beautiful new outdoor living space.

22 Jun 22

Designing Your New Kitchen To Fit Your Personal Style

Contemporary, Traditional, Transitional and More. What Is Right For You?

As you’re browsing through photos in home design magazines or on websites, you will see a wide variety of beautiful kitchens. Some are contemporary, some are traditional, some are transitional, and others are an eclectic mix of styles. You appreciate certain aspects of many different design elements but how do you know what...

17 Mar 22

5 Tips On Choosing The Right Kitchen Cabinet Hardware

How To Pick The Finishing Touches For Your Kitchen

It’s easy to get caught up in selecting the larger items, such as cabinetry, countertops or flooring for your new kitchen when building a custom home or renovating your existing home. However, a project isn't truly complete until you've selected hardware for your kitchen cabinetry that strikes the perfect balance between form and function. This...

09 Jun 21

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