The last week of February was the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show in Las Vegas. Combined with the International Builders Show (IBS) the two attracted over 117K attendees and more than 2400 exhibitors. The annual KBIS event is where professionals within the industry go to learn about the latest trends in kitchen and bath design and preview new products from all the leading industry manufacturers. One of the biggest trends observed for the kitchen was the use of color. No more plain white or grey stainless steel, but colors! Vibrant brights and pastel tones were seen everywhere! Yellows, reds ..read more

Brought to you by Marvin From creating spaces for the soul, not for resale, to the rise of the smart home, find out what will be top-of-mind for homeowners this year. “The golden era of renovation?” Well, it just might be in 2024. Blend together daily routines still finding their footing after the pandemic and a dollop of economic uncertainty, and the notions of home, work, comfort, and connections have taken on some new meanings. Rejuvenating our physical spaces and infusing them with a fresh sense of optimism and change makes a lot of sense. Here are the five trends to watch for this year ..read more

Wood tones are again gaining popularity as accents colors for cabinetry in the home. Accent colors are often used on Islands, hoods, or a section of tall cabinets to create a focal point in the kitchen. Warm neutral wood tones are especially inviting and along with black wood tones are expected to increase in use in 2024 and into 2025. Greens will continue to expand, with the colors being darker and richer, more organic in tone. With these trends increasing Yorktowne Cabinetry has introduced several new stain and paint colors to their finish palette. Night Sky Homeowners are now looking for a ..read more

BASE CABINET WITH PULL-OUT STEPSTOOL When items are just out of reach, is the fix nowhere to be found? With the new Base Cabinet with Pull-Out Stepstool, simply open a door and a welcome boost is close at hand. Adding this to any base cabinet 15” or wider makes things stored in higher-up wall cabinets easier to retrieve. Includes the step stool, panel with routed finger pull, hanging bracket, specialty side mount Quiet Close guides and installation hardware. Adding a single tray divider is suggested to separate step stool from the rest of the cabinet, but is not required. BASE SINK CABINET ..read more

As building professionals, designers and architects, it is essential to keep up with the latest design trends, particularly in one of the most important areas in a house, the kitchen. In recent years, black has been making a comeback in kitchen cabinets, and for a good reason. Gone are the days when the kitchen was only a place to prepare meals. Today, it serves as a focal point of the home where people gather to entertain, dine, and socialize. In this post, we will discuss how the use of black in kitchen design can elevate your building projects and create a modern, sophisticated, and elegant ..read more

One of the biggest challenges in building a home is maximizing space with limited square footage. Fortunately, with a little creativity, you can optimize every inch of your home. One area that homeowners often overlook is the pantry. Many builders design it solely for storing food, but with strategic planning, it can also be a space to hide smaller appliances. In this blog post, Moehl will share some ideas for hiding smaller appliances in the pantry, allowing you to keep your kitchen counters clean and uncluttered. Pull-out shelves One solution is to create pull-out shelves in your pantry. Sl ..read more

You may have seen the rise of tri-tone kitchens in the world of home design. This trend has been popularized by designers who are always looking for new ways to make the kitchen a more inviting and stylish space for homeowners. We’ll explore what tri-tone kitchens are, the design advantages of using a tri-tone color scheme in your kitchen and what materials work best for achieving this look. A tri-tone kitchen is simply a kitchen design that incorporates three different colors in its layout. Typically, one of the three colors is the primary color and the remaining two are used as accents in t ..read more

Glass cabinets have always been a popular interior design choice, especially in modern and contemporary homes. They effortlessly showcase your curios, art, or heirlooms while keeping them safe and secure. But have you ever considered using glass cabinet door frames to mimic windows? Glass cabinet doors can serve as an elegant and sophisticated way to showcase your items while also adding a touch of style and charm to your space. In this post, we’ll explore the benefits of using glass cabinet door frames to mimic windows and why builders should consider them in their projects. Maximizes Space a ..read more

With twelve styles of architectural doors and countless options for wood types, finishes, and accents, the possibilities for creating a truly unique look are endless! But don’t let the abundance of choices overwhelm you. TruStile Door’s newly revamped Door Design Tool can simplify the process and bring your vision to life. Design multiple custom doors from the comfort of your home or office and store your creations on your own personal dashboard in the cloud. You can even export your designs to Excel or other programs. Drawings can also be generated and imported into CAD programs. With TruStil ..read more

Interior doors should be a natural part of the architectural plan, not just an afterthought; they are an essential part of the overall design. When you choose TruStile interior doors, you don’t have to settle for cookie-cutter solutions or worry about compromising your design vision because of limitations imposed by standard door manufacturers and suppliers. Authentic Designs® by TruStile helps you select the right door for your home’s architectural style. Each of the 12 Authentic Designs series provides a door selection to complement popular architectural styles, as well as design and materia ..read more