The room is our refuge, the place where we retire at the end of our day, and the space where we get up every morning to start another day. The room is our boudoir, the room where we relax and read, we relax with the members of our family, and shut the noise of the…
Mitchell Parker, Houzz 1. Create a recessed pantry wall. This Australian home features a nifty way to bring extra storage and display space to a kitchen. A system of shelves fills a recessed portion of what would otherwise be a blank wall. This gets the homeowners enough inches for glasses, jars, bottles and other necessities….
Pictures and Inspiration Rustic kitchen designs embrace the rural lifestyle with robust cabinetry, warm colors, and hearty wood with plenty of character. Best of all, the popularity and beauty of rustic kitchens is not limited to mountain cabins, but can be found in suburban homes near you. This rustic kitchen is ready to cook with…
Pictures and Ideas Retro kitchen designs are rocketing in popularity as homeowners look to revive the nostalgic fashions of the past. Old-fashioned telephones, retro kitchen appliances, classic memorabilia, and even old-school “futuristic” designs can be used to complete the picture of today’s creative retro kitchens. The best part is, unlike with most vintage kitchens, you…
Mitchell Parker, Houzz 1. Put that corner cabinet to use. Most corner kitchen cabinets are like purgatories for rarely used pots and appliances. If you could use that extra storage space, consider a pullout solution like the one shown here from Peka. 2. Consider a tile floor welcome mat. This Victorian in Vancouver, British Columbia,…
Hi-Tech Cooking in Style Range Oven Trends: If you’re looking for a new range oven or just want to know what is out there, take a look at the latest design trends in kitchen appliances for ranges. As with other consumer products, manufacturers have been adding more technology, more style, and in some cases, more…
Karen Mills, Houzz If you’re lucky enough to have a walk-in closet — an admitted luxury — why not make it a beautiful one? The first step is creating the proper storage, but beyond that it’s all about styling your space so that it feels inviting. Here are five styling tricks to make your real-life…
Mitchell Parker, Houzz 1. Delineate rooms with metal and glass dividers. Open floor plans are great, but sometimes you need the option of sound buffering and privacy. The metal-and-glass divider shown here provides that, keeping things feeling airy while allowing for the two rooms to be closed off from one another. Doors: Clement; flooring: The…
Spicing Up Kitchens with Color & Style Small Appliance Trends: Perhaps more than ever before, today’s product designers are looking for innovative ways to incorporate form with function. In recent years, manufacturers have introduced a wide range of imaginative small appliances to the market that have proven, time and again, that aesthetic design doesn’t have…
Mitchell Parker, Houzz If budget weren’t a concern, what would you include in your dream home? We’ve gathered ideas from this week’s articles to provide a little inspiration for your fantasies. 1. A grand kitchen. No dream home is complete without a dream kitchen, and this Atlanta space sure fits the bill. Soaring ceilings, plenty…
Mitchell Parker, Houzz 1. Copper Backsplash Copper is expensive, but if you have a small surface area behind your range, the material can make a standout backsplash for a relatively low cost per square foot. This one is in a bold Copenhagen apartment. 2. Furniture-Style Legs on an Island Here’s a neat design move for…
The bedroom is one of the most personal rooms in any home. So, when designing the sanctuary of your dreams, it’s essential to create a calming space that captures your individual style. However, there are common pitfalls in bedroom design that can disturb your much-needed slumber.The balance of style, comfort, and symmetry can have a…
Pictures & Design Ideas Antique kitchens have distinctive features that come from an earlier period in history. Whether an authentic restoration or a fresh remodel, the unique character of this style brings a sense of age and beauty to any traditional home. Ornately decorated antique white cabinets, a contrasting armoire-style refrigerator, and an heirloom kitchen…
Classic & Modern Italian Kitchens Latini Cucine an internationally renowned kitchen manufacturer based in Italy. The family-run business has been crafting beautiful cabinets and furniture since the early 1930s, and now serves customers worldwide. Below is a small sampling of classic and modern Italian kitchens from their extensive portfolio. Enjoy the pictures! This warm and…
Door Styles, Designs, and Pictures Shaker kitchen cabinets are a popular option in today’s kitchen remodels. Today’s shaker style kitchens resemble the Arts & Crafts and Craftsman styles, albeit with even less ornamentation. Utilitarian designs, tapered posts, flat paneled doors, and sturdy construction are trademarks of the Shaker design. This Shaker kitchen in cherry wood…