Kitchen planning and designKitchen planning and designA blog about kitchen planning and design, offering advice on appliances, colors, kitchen cabinets, worktops, etc. Features daily tips and up-to-date news. Articles
Great news - Peggy?s back!
2008-06-06 16:58:00 Welcome back, I wish you all the best! More About: News , Great , Back
Five things I?ve learned building a new kitchen
2008-05-28 13:07:00 Now that my kitchen is ready, it's time to share a few things I've learned along the way... So, let's see what I've heard from professionals as well as what are the things I've learned the hard way.... More About: Building , Kitchen , Things , Learned
Moving and colors again
2008-02-05 18:23:00 Today's theme is colors again. Interior designers, painters, etc and probably you all use color swatches (those little stacks of colored papers) when trying to find "your real colours". Colors here are usually presented linearly, one after another, in the order they are on a color wheel. But what do you do if you don't have the time, or decide that the color wheel is simply not for you? If you use the net (ehh... reading this, I presume you do ;) you can find inspiration in every corner. More About: Moving
Boat kitchens
2007-11-08 15:39:00 Ok, usually when you think kitchen, you instantly visualize something like this: You know, it should be big enough, with an island or two, all the cupboards you need, task- accent- and food-tracing lighting, all that glitz and useful mechanics… You think great stone or walnut floor, big-big windows and ample workspace. Space to entertain, ... More About: Kitchens , Boat
An advanced lesson in hardwood flooring
2007-10-12 16:07:00 Want to install new flooring in your kitchen (or any room, for that matter)? So did I. Here are a few lessons I’ve learnt - probably the hard way.Measure twice, cut onceOnce my engineering teacher and numerous craftsmen told me this and its oh-so-true. Not just measure what you need, also what you already ... More About: Flooring , Lesson , Vance
An advanced lesson in hardwood flooring
2007-10-12 16:07:00 Want to install new flooring in your kitchen (or any room, for that matter)? So did I. Here are a few lessons I’ve learnt - probably the hard way. Measure twice, cut once Once my engineering teacher and numerous craftsmen told me this and its oh-so-true. Not just measure what you need, also what you already ... More About: Flooring , Lesson , Vance
Compact kitchens
2007-10-09 16:31:00 Every time I want to do something with my kitchen, I leaf through some magazines, dig the internet, see showrooms, the usual stuff. You see the latest and greatest in kitchens le grande, that looks all right in a showroom, but sometimes larger than my living room and kitchen together. Soo, what do you do ... More About: Kitchens , Compact
Compact kitchens
2007-10-09 16:31:00 Every time I want to do something with my kitchen, I leaf through some magazines, dig the internet, see showrooms, the usual stuff. You see the latest and greatest in kitchens le grande, that looks all right in a showroom, but sometimes larger than my living room and kitchen together. Soo, what do you do ... More About: Kitchens , Compact
Most unusual hoods
2007-09-28 14:01:00 I was recently in the market for a new hood. I was looking for something modern - stainless steel or glass or something like that - here’s what I’ve found. OM My current favorite is the OM from Italian company Elica. (they are sold in the US through Zephyr as far as I know) It easily ... More About: Hoods
Most unusual hoods
2007-09-28 14:01:00 I was recently in the market for a new hood. I was looking for something modern - stainless steel or glass or something like that - here’s what I’ve found. OM My current favorite is the OM from Italian company Elica. (they are sold in the US through Zephyr as far as I know) It easily ... More About: Hoods
Five Kitchens from the future
2007-09-17 13:57:00 Today I've collected four kitchens - you can buy all of them today - in which you may feel being in the future. More About: Future , Kitchens , The Future
Five Kitchens from the future
2007-09-17 13:57:00 Today I've collected four kitchens - you can buy all of them today - in which you may feel being in the future. More About: Future , Kitchens , The Future , Chen
Step 6 - Kitchen Floor Basics
2007-09-06 11:47:00 Besides the cabinets and countertop, your kitchen floor is the visually most prominent part of the kitchen. Appereances are important, however don’t choose the material just based on looks. Think through what you will most likely need, then drive to a flooring store to see for yourself. There are a host of options, let’s ... More About: Kitchen , Step , Basics , Floor
Step 6 - Kitchen Floor Basics
2007-09-06 11:47:00 Besides the cabinets and countertop, your kitchen floor is the visually most prominent part of the kitchen. Appereances are important, however don’t choose the material just based on looks. Think through what you will most likely need, then drive to a flooring store to see for yourself. There are a host of options, let’s ... More About: Kitchen , Step , Basics , Chen , Floor
Step 5 - Kitchen lighting
2007-08-29 14:22:00 Lighting is usually the last thing you consider and the first thing you cut from the budget. But to look its best and function well, your kitchen must be properly lit ? and that involves more than just throwing a few stylish fixtures on the wall. A good plan blends lighting into the architectural ... More About: Kitchen , Lighting , Step
Step 5 - Kitchen lighting
2007-08-29 14:22:00 Lighting is usually the last thing you consider and the first thing you cut from the budget. But to look its best and function well, your kitchen must be properly lit ? and that involves more than just throwing a few stylish fixtures on the wall. A good plan blends lighting into the architectural ... More About: Kitchen , Lighting , Step , Chen
Colorful kitchens: Kitchens in red
2007-08-27 12:32:00 Red is the hottest of all the warm colors. Red can have a physical effect, increasing the rate of respiration and raising blood pressure. In most cultures red means power, hence the red power tie for business people and the red carpet for celebrities and VIPs. In some cultures, red denotes purity, joy, and celebration. ... More About: Kitchens , Colorful , Chen
Colorful kitchens: Kitchens in red
2007-08-27 12:32:00 Red is the hottest of all the warm colors. Red can have a physical effect, increasing the rate of respiration and raising blood pressure. In most cultures red means power, hence the red power tie for business people and the red carpet for celebrities and VIPs. In some cultures, red denotes purity, joy, and celebration. ... More About: Kitchens , Colorful
Top 3 Color Palettes for 2008
2007-08-22 17:30:00 2007 is far from being over, but the new 2008 colors are already here. Let’s see the new transa as Debbie Zimmer, paint and color expert with The Rohm and Haas Paint Quality Institute sees them. ?Consumers? increasing color confidence and personal style makes any color fashionable for 2008?, Zimmer says. ?From glass-like ... More About: Color , Palette
Top 3 Color Palettes for 2008
2007-08-22 17:30:00 2007 is far from being over, but the new 2008 colors are already here. Let’s see the new transa as Debbie Zimmer, paint and color expert with The Rohm and Haas Paint Quality Institute sees them. ?Consumers? increasing color confidence and personal style makes any color fashionable for 2008?, Zimmer says. ?From glass-like ... More About: Color , Palette
Top kitchen island ideas
2007-08-15 17:23:00 These kitchen island pictures present many different styles and ideas for islands that will help you create the perfect kitchen island for your layout. You’ll see a variety of materials used for cabinetry and countertop surfaces, including stainless, granite, marble and wood, that help tie the design with function. The many features of kitchen ... More About: Ideas , Kitchen , Island
Top kitchen island ideas
2007-08-15 17:23:00 These kitchen island pictures present many different styles and ideas for islands that will help you create the perfect kitchen island for your layout. You’ll see a variety of materials used for cabinetry and countertop surfaces, including stainless, granite, marble and wood, that help tie the design with function. The many features of kitchen ... More About: Ideas , Kitchen , Island , Chen
Top 5 Contemporary Kitchen Pull Out Faucets
2007-08-14 16:51:00 A beautiful addition to any kitchen, a pull-out faucets features a high arching spout that makes a strong design statement. Besides, it’s quite useful as well. These five faucets offer the latest designs from the best brands. Rather than cheap plastic parts, these are faucets with a solid steel construction for an exquisite finish and lasting ... More About: Kitchen , Contemporary , Chen , Pull , Temp
Top 5 Contemporary Kitchen Pull Out Faucets
2007-08-14 16:51:00 A beautiful addition to any kitchen, a pull-out faucets features a high arching spout that makes a strong design statement. Besides, it’s quite useful as well. These five faucets offer the latest designs from the best brands. Rather than cheap plastic parts, these are faucets with a solid steel construction for an exquisite finish and lasting ... More About: Kitchen , Contemporary , Pull , Temp
5 Kitchen Design Trends That Are Here to Stay
2007-08-13 09:54:00 Kitchens that are larger, open and multi-functional are here to stay according to industry experts. A generation ago, the kitchen was the room where mom cooked meals alone. Now it?s the ?centre of the home,? filled with family and friends. Instead of pricey fads like glass countertops and large-sized microwaves, look at these few kitchen ... More About: Design , Kitchen , Trends , Kitchen Design , Stay
Tip of The Day - How Does Color Impact Your Mood?
2007-08-09 08:44:00 Consider these when choosing your kitchen color scheme: Yellow is a cheerful, uplifting color that is also known to help with digestion — making it a perfect choice for your kitchen! Blue is a calm, soothing color that not only lowers blood pressure, it is also known to decrease hunger. The perfect choice for a diet! Red ... More About: Color , Mood , The D
Kitchen Lighting Design
2007-08-07 13:55:00 Your kitchen is one of the most important areas of your home. This is exactly why you should design it to provide maximal comfort and efficiency? If you are not happy with your current kitchen, you should consider redesigning it to suite your taste. One of the most forgotten, but crucial element to having the ... More About: Design , Kitchen , Lighting , Chen , Lighting Design |
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