One of the unexpected breakout trends of 2019 is the meteoric rise in popularity of one simple accent piece: the bar cart. At a glance, this trend feels oddly specific: why this one particular, relatively obscure piece of furniture? But it’s actually one that meshes well with several other overarching trends: the move toward multi-purpose […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen, Kitchen Cabinets & Furniture, Latest Trends
2019 Kitchen Trends: Creative DIY Ways To Combat Your White Kitchen Malaise
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Feb
Feb
For a few years now, white transitional kitchens have been ruling the design world. It’s gotten to the point that many high-end kitchens (not to mention interior design magazine spreads) have gotten yawn-inducingly similar. But as with the pushback against white bathrooms, this year homeowners are looking to add personality to their white kitchens. A […]
26
Jan
Jan
The invention of the dishwasher revolutionized the way you use your kitchenin the most significant way since the refrigerator. But some people think that there must be a big cost to this convenience, and wonder if we should use dishwashers at all instead of traditional hand washing. You may morally object to relying on a machine to […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Kitchen, Latest Trends
Get The Look: Build A Trendy DIY Breakfast Nook On A Budget
05
Jan
Jan
Breakfast nooks and banquettes have been slowly gaining popularity over the last few years. But built-in booth seating can be quite expensive to build. In fact, building a breakfast nook often happens in conjunction with a larger kitchen remodel or not at all, since custom bench-style seating can be such an undertaking. The good news? […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen
Get The Look: Converting A Cramped Kitchenette Into A Stylish Spot To Entertain
28
Nov
Nov
Decorating a small space is never fun, especially when it’s a space that sees a lot of use, like the kitchen. Galley kitchens are notoriously bad, because they’re both small and cramped, and much more enclosed than you typically want for a contemporary kitchen. But just because you have a small space doesn’t mean you’re […]
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Oct
Oct
If you’ve been feeling confined around your current kitchen stove, it might be time to upgrade. Standalone gas cooktops not only offer you more surface space to work with, but can free up the layout of your kitchen in ways that a traditional range simply can’t. With a standalone cooktop, you can put your cooking station wherever […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen, Kitchen Accessories, Latest Trends
Add A Little Color to Your Kitchen with Decorative Pendant Lights
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Sep
Sep
The best way to bring a room together is with a clever use of color. But experimenting with color in a kitchen can be a challenge, because a big portion of your space is taken up by necessary appliances that come in boring black, white, or metallic finishes. You can add color despite this limitation through […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Dining Room Furniture and Decor, Kitchen, Latest Trends
A Quick Guide To Contemporary Dining Rooms And Finding The Right Fit For Your Family, From Breakfast Nooks To Tea Tables
11
Sep
Sep
The way kitchens and dining rooms are designed has changed a lot in the last decade. Separate, formal eating spaces have evolved into more casual in-kitchen dining – usually in the name of having barrier-free rooms that keep the family more connected around mealtime. That said, every family is different. The way you use your […]
Kitchen, Kitchen Accessories, Latest Trends
Five Smart Reasons To Add A Dedicated Beverage Cooler To Your Kitchen
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Aug
Aug
Summer may be winding down, but there’s still plenty of time to cool off with a beverage cooler for all your refreshments. To some, it may seem excessive to have both a refrigerator and a beverage cooler in your kitchen, but this isn’t your dorm room’s mini-fridge. Beverage coolers are made to chill and to […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Dining Room Furniture and Decor, Kitchen, Latest Trends
Designer Bar Stools: An Unexpected Finishing Touch For Your Kitchen Makeover
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Jul
Jul
Kitchen islands are a staple of almost every kitchen big enough to fit one, and are largely considered the stylistic heart and anchor of a well-built contemporary space. But there’s one element that almost every island has that rarely gets talked about: the bar stools. Most islands are designed with seating in mind, which means […]