One of the hottest kitchen trends in the kitchen industry is open kitchen cabinets.  They basically are a cabinet box without the doors or can also include open shelving. This trend gives the kitchen a casual and open look. 

While it is popular it may or may not be for you.  To help you decide we thought we would share the pros and cons so you can determine if this trend will work for your home.

Each homeowner’s lifestyle is different and the way people do things are different.  You can have a similar kitchen layout but the cabinet interiors and appliance layout and storage may be completely different.  That is a good thing because if you have a good kitchen designer that means they are not only designing a beautiful kitchen space but customizing the organization and work zones of your kitchen to fit the lifestyle and needs of your family. It will save a lot of headaches in the future and prevent those common kitchen traffic jams that can happen. 

When it comes to designing a kitchen island the possibilities are endless.  Depending on the look and how you choose to utilize your kitchen island it will not only change the look and style of your kitchen, but also affect your kitchen work zones and how you function in the kitchen. 

With so much activity and things happening in the kitchen they have naturally become the place where people tend to congregate and spend time together. Some of the best parties can happen in the kitchen. 

There are so many different decisions that have to be made when remodeling or getting a kitchen for your new construction home. For most homeowners they might think that choosing knobs and pulls would be the easiest decision to make. Choosing the right kitchen cabinet hardware is just as important as choosing the big stuff. It is not something you want to brush over and not pay attention to.

There are variety of activities and things that happen in the kitchen. Many of which require the use of a kitchen faucet. Every kitchen needs at least one. 

Most people understand the importance of getting the right kitchen layout and storage options, but they often don’t consider how the faucet will impact the overall function of the kitchen.

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.

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.

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.

We hear over and over that the kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s where friends and families gather, celebrations take place, everyday tasks such as homework and paying bills are done, and also a place where we enjoy favorite meal times.