Tag: Kitchen

20Oct

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Replacing the Cabinetry in This Kitchen Only Cost $500

You’ll be surprised—and inspired!—by some of the cost-cutting ideas that went into the renovation of this kitchen in a mid-1800s Victorian home located in Kingston, New York. Principal designer Maryline Damour of design and build firm Damour Drake undertook the project from concept to completion with the goal of transforming the space utilizing a careful mix of high/low budget materials. The result offers so many examples of how to use a renovation budget wisely. AFTER: Maryline achieved her vision of a “rustic, glam, Victorian” kitchen by integrating a mix of high/low materials. Opting to refurbish used cabinets purchased for $500 and construct inexpensive countertops left room in the budget for splurging on the wood-paneled wall treatment, and the eye catching light fixture. In terms of ...

19Oct

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More time at home means more opportunity for you to design your personal kitchen, bath :: WRAL.com

By Julia Reinert, Martin Communications, writer for New Homes & IdeasEvery year we consider the colors and styles homeowners are gravitating towards when personalizing their new home kitchen and baths. The 2020 season, more so than ever, has given us the most poignant glimpse into how everyday living can affect our design choices. The global pandemic we continue to experience has resulted in families spending more time at home, altering both their needs and wants with regards to aesthetics, technology, innovative design options and energy-saving features. Buyers may have also found a little extra time to spend on Pinterest or watching HGTV to get inspired on the design of their new home. “I have buyers that come in af...

17Oct

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Kitchen cabinets are costly. Don’t make them trendy

The latest colors and trends are tempting, but a kitchen should be timeless, says Barbara Miller, design director for the Neil Kelly design and remodeling company.It’s expensive to remodel a kitchen, and cabinets can make up 30% of the costs, so make sure you or an owner five to 10 years in the future won’t think the look has gone out of style, she says.A sure-fire solution: White cabinets.Since Neil Kelly started remodeling homes in Portland in 1947, “we have never stopped selling white cabinets,” says Miller, referencing a statement made by owner Tom Kelly, whose father founded the company.She says styles and hardware have changed, but white remains popular in the Pacific Northwest, as does wood-grain.The easiest way to ensure a kitchen has a timeless feel is to match key elements with t...

16Oct

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Mistakes to avoid when upgrading a kitchen: Don’t get sucked into tempting, one-function items

Your household may have grown during the coronavirus pandemic as adult children who lost their jobs returned home. At the same time, your wallet may have become thinner during the economic fallout caused by the global health crisis.Combine those factors and it’s easy to see that a study by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) found that people want to improve their kitchen, especially with germ-avoiding, touchless technology, while adhering to a tight budget.An overwhelming 99% of manufacturing, construction, design and retail businesses surveyed by the trade association said more consumers are requesting assistance with small-scale, DIY kitchen projects.To reduce the risk of getting COVID-19, the survey found, people want contact-less products with automatic sensors and anti...

15Oct

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The 9 trendiest kitchen renovation ideas for 2020

2020 is almost over, yet we’ve had plenty of time to distinguish between the various style- and design trends that have come and gone this year. Especially the ones intended for the heart of all homes: the kitchen. Let’s catch up with nine of the trendiest kitchen renovation ideas for 2020 (as collected from our ever-growing collection of professionals like Kitchen Planners, Architects, etc.)...1. Stone style © homify / Eurocasa 1. Stone style Although it never really left us, marble has made quite the ‘comeback’ this year, especially in modern/contemporary cooking spaces. 2. Light woods © homify / de Beyer Design Studio 2. Light woods Pale woods are offic...

13Oct

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How to Store Plates in a Drawer, Plus 11 Other Kitchen Organization Ideas

Photography by Aaron BengocheaThere’s more to kitchen organization than stowing items away behind closed cabinet doors, clearing the countertop of bulky appliances, or divvying up your utensils into little dividers. As much as we love magnetic knife racks, labeled spice jars, and lazy Susans, these products aren’t necessarily a guarantee that your kitchen will be hardworking. If you really want to set your space up for success, you’ll have to look beyond the cupboards into all the nooks and crannies where clutter tends to gather: the pantry shelves, the back of the sink base cabinet, the corner of the island. Keeping this holistic view in mind, we gathered 12 ideas that make for a truly clutter-free kitchen. Photography by Amy Carroll; Design by Sarah Sherman Samuel...

10Oct

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Decoupage Ideas for The Kitchen | Home Guides

Decoupage allows you to decorate just about any surface with images, designs and text cut from paper or fabric. Around the kitchen, decoupage turns drab, plain cabinets, tabletops or wall hangings into works of art, dressed up with your favorite themes such as vintage appliance ads or retro fabric prints. Decoupage medium is the "secret sauce" that holds it all together and serves as a top coat. Watered-down school glue can be used in place of decoupage medium. Tabletop Transformation Decoupage offers an ideal means of turning an outdated or less-than-attractive kitchen table into a piece fitting of the room's decor. Cover the tabletop with pages from old or outdated cookbooks, photocopied images from vintage food packages, seed packets or advertisements for kitchen appliances....

9Oct

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Decorating Ideas for a Bay Window Behind the Kitchen Sink | Home Guides

Bay windows as an architectural feature often delight homeowners with their decorating possibilities. Their expansive size and shape make them a blank slate for all kinds of design accents. Bay windows behind a kitchen sink are especially important to the decor of the room because they are featured where you spend a great deal of time. They are fairly simple to accessorize. The result is a kitchen with visual charm and character. Live Plants Take advantage of the large expanse of natural light and use the bay window windowsill to grow and display all sorts of potted plants. Choose plants in different heights to give the grouping visual interest and use ones that are appropriate for the level of sunshine they will receive each day for optimal growing success. Harmonize the colle...

8Oct

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Kitchen Peninsula Base Ideas | Home Guides

The proper kitchen has adequate cabinets that serve specific purposes. Kitchen design has evolved to include separate peninsula bases that work to provide more countertop space with storage space underneath. Peninsula bases are not created equal; some are custom made and attach to the cabinets, while some are freestanding. If you're considering one, there are a few ways to go about it. Space If you have room for a peninsula base, take advantage of it -- most high-end, well-designed kitchens have them. A peninsula can stand alone, or attach to the wall on one side as an extension of the countertop. The most critical issue is space. You need adequate space to walk around the peninsula, with enough room on the inside perimeter to properly utilize the kitchen. Most peninsula bases ...

8Oct

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Design Ideas for Kitchen Backsplashes Using Glass Tiles | Home Guides

A kitchen backsplash adds a somewhat permanent decorative element to the room; since glass tiles are set in place with a strong adhesive, there's no changing your mind a few weeks after installation, unless you want to redo the entire project. Once you've settled upon a color scheme and a design idea, arranging and rearranging the loose tiles on a table allows you to decide if the colors and layout are right for you. Ombre and Rainbows If your kitchen's decor plays off one main shade, such as a light green, an ombre or fade backsplash enhances the look while accenting it with closely related hues. All tiles used include your focal or main color, plus several shades lighter and darker of that same hue. Start with either dark or light on one side, or the top or bottom, then work ...

30Sep

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Multipurpose glass jar sets for your kitchen

Glass jars are the staples every household needs to keep their kitchen equipped for storage of food and other related items at all times. From pickles to spice mixes to hot roasted chillies to condiments to home-made chutneys, glass jars are the perfect containers to store such delicious goodies. There are differently shaped and labelled glass jars available with different storage capacities. Ranging from 200 ml to 1000 ml and beyond, the needs may differ for every kitchen based on the size and requirement of the family. We’ve listed an array of options for you so you can easily choose from what suits your requirements in the best way possible. Advertisement Farkraft 200 ML Glass Jar Round Shape, with Black Metal Color Cap Rust Proof Air Tight, (Set of 6 Pcs) This multipurpose se...

29Sep

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Home improvement

Who Pays for ‘Kitchen Crashers’? It Isn’t Easy to Get Cast on the Show

As fans of Kitchen Crashers know, the DIY Network program loves to surprise unsuspecting shoppers at home improvement stores with professional remodels, but who is expected to pay for these pricy renovations? Lucky for us, past participants have opened up about their experiences on the various Crashers shows (which include Kitchen, Yard, Bath, House, and Room), though getting cast is tougher than you think.Who pays for the work on 'Kitchen Crashers'?All five versions of Crashers use the same production company, Big Table Media, who foots the bill for the projects. However, local businesses typically donate their goods and services in exchange for free advertising. Source: InstagramOn top of that, home makeover shows tend to have big-budget sponsors, like Bed Bath & Beyond and Target, t...

28Sep

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Remodel Your Kitchen In Time For The Holidays!

A kitchen remodel is a smart investment in an older or outdated home. While planning a kitchen remodel can be a major undertaking, the end result will provide you with a beautiful and functional space to enjoy for many years to come. Here are 3 things to know if you're considering a kitchen remodel in time for the holidays: 1. A kitchen designer will offer ideas for functional improvements and beautiful design aesthetics. "We're knowledgeable about today's trends for cabinet selection, design, and function," explained Don Manning, Cabinet Design Specialist for Alexander Lumber. "We work closely with you throughout the entire process to ensure the kitchen design plan meets all your needs and objectives." Manning recommends selecting the door style and finish for all cabinetry f...

27Sep

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4 Steps to a Decluttered Kitchen

Whether you value a minimal, slick cooking space or lean more into a cozy, more-is-more, shabby-chic beach house vibe, kitchen clutter is a no no. Endless jars of spices, leaning towers of dishes, sinks crammed with all manner of brushes, sponges, and cloths—it’s gotta go. Here are four steps that’ll help keep things streamlined, with some help from Scotch-Brite™ Brand's hardworking, multipurpose cleaning tools.Go Vertical BEFORE AFTER Open shelving is having a moment, but no one wants to stare at a precarious tower of dishware. Slotted organizers, which hold everything from your prized ceramics to baking sheets, can help ...

24Sep

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Michigan Homeowners: Small Kitchen Remodel Ideas

This post is sponsored and contributed by a Patch Brand Partner. The views expressed in this post are the author's own.Turn your small kitchen into the favorite room in the house with these easy design tips. (Shutterstock)Are you unhappy with the function and style of your small kitchen? You're not alone. Many Michigan homeowners are ready to turn their small kitchen area into a more functional family space. The good news is that even if you're working with a small budget or have renovation restrictions, there are easy and smart ways to remodel your small kitchen and transform it into a beautiful space. Use these six tips to update small kitchens and make them more functional: 1. Update AppliancesSubscribe Updating appliances can make a big difference in the design of your kitchen. A popul...

23Sep

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10 best kitchen design apps for Android!

Home design is a funny thing. There are an almost infinite number of ways to design a kitchen, a living room, or a home in general. You can find ideas virtually anywhere, professionals to help, or videos to show you how to do it yourself. Kitchens in particular are large tasks. You have floors, cabinets, appliances, counter tops, and all kinds of other stuff. We can’t make your kitchen rock for you, but we can help you help yourself. Here are the best kitchen design apps for Android!Here are some related app lists that might help as well!10 best home design apps and home improvement apps for Android!10 best construction apps for Android!HomifyPrice: FreeHomify is another excellent home design app. This one focuses more on ideas than actions. It boasts a library of over 1.5 million photos ...

17Sep

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5 Easy Ways to Add Color to Your Kitchen, From an Interior Designer

When Atlanta-based interior designer Gina Sims learned that the owner of the kitchen shown above loved green—in particular, the varied shades of succulent plants— she went to work incorporating different tones of the hue into her renovation. Whether you want to go all in or just add a few little pops here and there, Sims has five ideas for adding color to your kitchen. © Provided by EatingWell Cati Teague Photography © Cati Teague Photography Score some of the same items this interior designer used to revamp this kitchen, as well as budget-friendly lookalikes. Related: See This Boston Kitchen's Radical Before-And-After Renovation Install a bright backsplash It’s the showstopper in this kitchen (and both the homeowner’s and Sims’ favorite design element). “White subwa...

14Sep

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Christina Anstead Tries a Totally New Kitchen Design: Will It Catch On?

Christina Anstead Tries a Totally New Kitchen Design: Will It Catch On? Christina Anstead of "Flip or Flop" fame has made a name for herself with her modern coastal designs. But as is clear from her new show, “Christina...

12Sep

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Kitchen Decorating Ideas Using Wainscoat on Walls | Home Guides

Installing wooden panels or wooden boards on the bottom third of a wall adds texture and visual interest to a room. Such panels, or wainscoting, also protect walls from dings and scratches that are caused by table chairs or furniture bumping against the wall. Decorating a kitchen with wainscot is a rewarding home improvement project because the wooden texture makes the room feel warm and inviting and provides a rustic, country, cottage or colonial theme to work with. Color Variations A cheerful way to decorate and combine colors in your kitchen is to paint wainscoting a different color from the rest of your walls. You might paint your wainscoting a slightly darker shade than your upper walls to create depth and creativity in the space. For example, you might paint the wainscot ...

12Sep

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Kitchen Design Ideas With Bronze Hardware | Home Guides

In rich, warm browns and a brushed-matte patina, bronze hardware provides a slightly vintage feel that appears less flashy than most other metals. Its understated finish and subtle gleam suit a variety of kitchen designs, from do-it-yourself rustic decor to high-end contemporary style. Whether adding a few updates or planning out a whole new kitchen construction, consider using bronze hardware as the underlying thread to pull your decorating scheme together. Craftsman Calm Whether you want a subtle handmade aesthetic or a distinct period-inspired Craftsman Revival style, bronze hardware suits a kitchen design that emphasizes skilled craftsmanship, local, natural materials and a personal, understated and serene feel. Choose artisan handcrafted bronze cabinet pulls and hinges tha...