The layout of an outdoor kitchen is one of the most important considerations. It is determined by placement and shape of the cabinets and appliances. Certain shapes are inherently more functional than others, depending on the requirements of the space.   L-shaped layouts are one of the most common outdoor kitchen designs due to this shape’s flexibility. Apart from outdoor kitchens, you will often find L-shaped layouts in indoor kitchens. This shape allows for plenty of creativity in your design, making it a staple in a variety of applications. The powder coated stainless steel outdoor cab ..read more

Your home office can be maximized for efficiency, optimized for space, and improvised for comfort by Grandior designers. The right home office design whether contemporary, modern, traditional or transitional starts with a one-on-one collaboration with a designer in our showroom.   Home Office Design Ideas for Inspiring Workspaces Our digitally connected world has given many people the ability to work efficiently from home. As a result, the demand for a fully equipped home office is on the rise. Some homeowners have creatively carved out a place to work in a corner of an existing room whi ..read more

Kosher or not kitchen design is as much a science as an art. There are many essential concepts critical to any kitchen but for our purposes let’s look at what is essential for a functional Kosher Kitchen. Designing a kitchen based around certain dietary considerations can be a huge task to take on. When it comes to Judaism these dietary laws, known as kashrut, define which foods are permitted in the home and how these foods must be stored and prepared. For example kashrut adherents keep meat and dairy separate so it is crucial that a kosher kitchen be equipped and organized well to accommodate ..read more

Remodeling a kitchen requires proper planning, time and effort, and of course, an eye for design. Here is a recent talk at length with award winning Grandior designer, Daniel Khoshkharaman, about the creative process, and his distinguished career. Daniel began his design career in 2009 after graduating from American InterContinental University in Los Angeles with a BFA in Interior Architecture. He started his professional career working with many design firms in Beverly Hills-California, but his inability to keep his entrepreneurial spirit at bay led him to start his own business soon after. U ..read more

You can bring a hint of nature into your home when you use natural stone tiles in your flooring. Natural stone brings a warmth to your space unlike any other type of material. Installing natural stone is an investment that increases the overall value of your property. First, understand the geological classification and composition of your stone. There are three classifications of natural stone: Metamorphic Sedimentary Igneous   From these classifications, there are six types of natural stone including: Limestone Slate Marble Sandstone Quartzite Natural stone products specifically lime ..read more

What are you looking for when it comes to cabinet construction itself? Not all cabinets are created equal. How do you know if a cabinet is good quality? Here are 5 elements that should be on your radar when shopping for quality cabinetry for your kitchen or bath. I’ve watched hundreds of homeowners (and their kids!) walk into our cabinet showroom and 99% of them open and close cabinet doors and drawers. Open, close, open, close – this helps you “feel” the quality. New cabinets will be the foundation of your design whether you are building or remodeling a kitchen or bath in your home ..read more

Are you ready for your dream kitchen? Let’s talk about budgeting for your kitchen renovation… Cabinetry will always be the largest portion of your budget, and the amount depends on variables such as the square footage, the number of cabinets, the cabinet material, construction, finish, and door style. The next largest portion will be the appliances, then countertops, flooring, lighting, fixtures, and other materials. A professional kitchen designer has an extensive knowledge of real costs and can design a project that fits your budget perfectly. Let’s delve into the issue of a realistic p ..read more

  Beautiful, functional and comfortable homes mean so much to our clients. That is why they hire us. And we, of course, deliver—just like we always do. We take cramped out-moded kitchens and baths and make them more beautifully livable.   We are all witnessing the extraordinary impact of the coronavirus, COVID-19 and how it disrupts our daily lives. Now that your spending more time at home, when our designs are more deeply appreciated than ever, you’re taking a closer look at where you live. And it’s become obvious, there are many improvements that you could make to your home to incr ..read more

Your home office can be maximized for efficiency, optimized for space, and improvised for comfort by Grandior designers. The right home office design whether contemporary, modern, traditional or transitional starts with a one-on-one collaboration with a designer in our showroom.   Home Office Design Ideas for Inspiring Workspaces Our digitally connected world has given many people the ability to work efficiently from home. As a result, the demand for a fully equipped home office is on the rise. Some homeowners have creatively carved out a place to work in a corner of an existing room whi ..read more

The business of factory custom cabinets has gotten a little confusing. There are many fine cabinet brands like that have created a new ‘sister’ cabinet collection to compete in the hugely popular semi-custom market. Here at Grandior we call our semi-custom cabinet brand ‘Grandior Semi-Custom Cabinetry’ … So, we’re only going to talk about Grandior Semi-Custom Cabinetry here. Be aware that many designer simply use the Grandior name in reference to either product, custom or semi-custom. Grandior Custom Cabinetry vs. Grandior Semi-Custom Cabinetry     Grandior Custom Cabinets Grandior ..read more