White kitchens seem to be a hot topic lately, but for some people it is not the color they want or have dreamed of. The great thing is not everybody has to jump on the bandwagon and use white cabinets just because that seems to be the trend and what others want. There are other neutral colors such as black kitchen cabinets that can give your kitchen a stunning look. With the right countertops, floors, lighting, and walls, black cabinets can be the opposite of depressing. They can make a statement and give your Chicagoland kitchen a clean and contemporary look.

Deciding on your kitchen cabinet color or finish can be a difficult decision. The good news is you don’t have to choose just one. One of the hottest new custom kitchen trends is using two or more cabinet colors. Homeowners are taking advantage of multiple cabinet colors that compliment one another and giving their kitchen the ideal custom look.

Most people when they think of a custom cabinet company automatically assume it is going to be expensive so they don’t even take the time to explore their custom kitchen and bath cabinet options. They might be surprised to find out that not only are custom cabinets competitive with stock cabinet companies in price, but there are a many added benefits.

When the economy took a downturn many homeowners turned to DIY (Do it Yourself) projects in an effort to save money. It didn’t help that there were all these reality t.v. shows on cable that showed you just how “easy” these home renovations and remodeling projects could be. In just an hour of watching a television show homeowners could see and experience the before and after effects of a successful kitchen remodel. There were even free classes offered at your local home improvement store. To the average homeowner it seemed like no project was that hard to tackle.

It seems one of the newest bathroom trends in 2016 is to ditch the bathroom tub in lieu of an oversized shower. But is that really a good idea or is it something you might regret later? With oversized showers and universal design taking the lead it might seem like a good idea for your custom bathroom. However before you decide to eliminate the tub altogether you will want to consider the following things to see if it is the right thing for your custom bathroom remodel.

When it comes to choosing a range for your Chicagoland custom kitchen it is dependent on two key factors, lifestyle and preference. There is a variety of choices and possibilities to choose from. Taking the time to research and look into those options will keep you from having buyer’s remorse. In many kitchens the range can be the focal point so it’s important to get it right.

Do you know enough to ensure you end up with the best kitchen possible, no matter how good your designer is? The more you know even before your designer is chosen the better it is for your final result.

If you’re getting ready to remodel your kitchen, or even move into a new home, there are several guidelines that your kitchen designer will follow when designing your kitchen.  As a homeowner, it can be useful to know some of these guidelines. These guidelines and design principles help you choose the correct appliances, lighting, have the right space planning and much more related to your final design. Knowing and understanding these guidelines will give you a better understanding as to why your kitchen designer does or does not do certain things.

Making the kitchen the heart of the home means making it accessible for anyone in the house that may be using it or need to have access to it. It’s important when planning your custom kitchen layout for your Chicagoland home that you include features and space planning that meets the needs of all ages and abilities. Having a kitchen with universal design is one of the hottest new trends and something many homebuyers are looking for. In order to have a kitchen that won’t outgrow you and continue to meet the needs of your family no matter the age or ability you will want to include the following universal design guidelines for your Chicagoland custom kitchen.

Summer will be here before you know it. With the weather warming up it will be time to start enjoying the outdoors and extending your outdoor living space. No need to heat up the house when you can enjoy the perfect outdoor custom kitchen and enjoy the beautiful weather.

Outdoor kitchens today are so much more than just a grill and a cooler full of drinks. Outdoor living areas are almost extension of our homes that in some cases can be enjoyed year round. Today’s outdoor kitchens have fireplaces, pizza ovens, wet bars, warming drawers, cooking spaces, and even outdoor refrigeration. If you are ready to finally take the plunge and add a custom outdoor kitchen to your home you will want to consider the following design tips and ideas.

With any custom kitchen renovation there are a variety of upgrades and kitchen options you have to choose from. Whether you are a cook or someone who loves to entertain there are some custom items that can be the perfect fit and take your custom kitchen remodel to the next level. One of those extra items that we seem to be getting more requests for as homeowners are looking for convenience is a pot filler over the stove or range.