Elevate Your Space with the Top 5 Kitchen & Bath Tile Trends! 1️⃣ Statement Patterns: Make a bold statement with intricate patterns and designs. From geometric shapes to intricate mosaics, embrace the artistry of tile to add personality to your kitchen backsplash or bathroom accent wall. 2️⃣ Matte Finishes: Say goodbye to glossy surfaces and hello to the understated elegance of matte finishes. Matte tiles not only exude a contemporary vibe but also offer a tactile allure that's perfect for both modern and traditional spaces. 3️⃣ Nature-Inspired Textures: Bring the outdoors in with tiles ..read more

Timeless Elegance is in! In the ever-evolving world of interior design, bathrooms are often overlooked spaces that deserve attention. While smart bathrooms have dominated conversations in recent years, there's a growing appreciation for timeless elegance and functionality. Let's explore the latest bathroom trends that go beyond smart technology, focusing on design, materials, and sustainable choices. Nature-Inspired Designs: Bring the outdoors in by incorporating nature-inspired elements into bathroom design. Earthy tones, natural materials like stone and wood, and plant accents can create ..read more

The kitchen has long been considered the heart of the home, and in 2024, it's poised to be even more central to our daily lives. With a focus on functionality, sustainability, and aesthetics, this year's kitchen trends promise to elevate both form and function.  1. Smart Kitchens With technology becoming an integral part of our lives, it's no surprise that it's finding its way into the kitchen. Smart appliances, from refrigerators that can suggest recipes based on available ingredients to ovens that can be controlled remotely via smartphones, are becoming the norm. Additionally, integrate ..read more

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Improve you kitchen functionality with a few simple additions to your island The workhorse. The dining table. The desk. The prep station. Today, kitchen islands have become more than just a focal point – they’ve become the center of activity. Making prep work, entertaining, and dining easier than ever, the kitchen island provides endless functionality. And the best part? You don’t have to sacrifice beauty. It can be both functional AND beautiful. From under-counter storage and housing your appliances to stylish small details like mix and matching hardware, you can take your kitchen island fro ..read more

According to a recent survey by LightStream Home Improvement Trends, the top home renovations continue to be in our kitchens and baths. And the reason behind these projects is a desire to love our homes. In fact, 73% of those surveyed reported that they’ve invested in a home improvement project since the pandemic began. The homeowners said they’re currently focused on renovation projects “that provide emotional fulfillment, not just a return on investment”. Fifty one percent said they wanted to feel joyful in their home and 29% said their motivation was to be “happy with a space for years to ..read more

Avoid these common mistakes when planning a remodel. Many homeowners spend weeks and even months researching different products, design options and color pallets before ultimately deciding to create the kitchen or bath of their dreams. Research is important.  It makes you think, allows you to imagine the possibilities and helps make some decisions about style etc.. Most home improvement television shows, websites and social media platforms paint rosy pictures of perfect projects. Home improvement television shows are wonderful sources of inspiration but can cause unrealistic expectatio ..read more

Good lighting makes a new kitchen more enjoyable, and poor lighting does just the opposite. Lighting can make or break how a new kitchen looks, feels and functions. It makes the most of the cabinets, countertops, and other finishes you have so carefully chosen. Three Types of Lighting in a Kitchen Effective lighting illuminates a space in layers using different components and strategies to paint the final picture. Layers of light contribute not only to the functionality of the kitchen but also to its design and beauty. The different types of lighting that are used to layer light are: · Amb ..read more

We are surrounded by technology at work, in our cars and pockets and just about every aspect of our lives, including the kitchen. An increasing number of homeowners want to take advantage of technological advancements explicitly developed for the kitchen as part of their remodel. Personal home assistants and dedicated kitchen tablets are trending upward in this arena. According to the 2019 Houzz Kitchen Trends Study, 11 percent of homeowners are upgrading electronics as part of their kitchen remodel. The percentage of homeowners incorporating a personal home assistant such as Google Home or ..read more

General Pointers for a Happy Remodeling Experience 1. Ask questions – The saying from grammar school, “The only stupid question is the question you don’t ask,” still applies. A happy homeowner is an informed one. 2. Resist changing your mind – Once construction time is near or has begun, changes in materials or layout can be costly and time consuming. Discuss any late ideas you have with your designer to weigh cost and time concerns with the potential benefits. 3. Accept the dust – While we do take precautions to reduce the spread of dust in your home, there is always some that manages to se ..read more