By Lisa October 27th, 2013
Most of us add on to our homes when we need more space and don’t want to move. And of course most of us are on a budget. It’s a designer’s job to help identify how much additional space is needed and how to lay it out most economically, staying within a client’s budget and […]
By Nancy July 25th, 2013
I was talking with a new acquaintance last week, and he told me the most wonderful story. Well, as a kitchen designer, I think it’s a most wonderful story. You just might too, especially if you’re short on pantry space. I know very few people – unless of course they are a past kitchen design client […]
By Lisa June 10th, 2013
We all know there are a plethora (I love that word!) of countertop materials out there. Granite, quartz, butcher-block, laminate, glass and recycled glass, concrete and even recycled papers have become materials we’re used to hearing about. But I came across three more than seem intuitively obvious but were new to me. First up, bamboo. […]
By Lisa May 27th, 2013
People that know me know that I admire anyone who can grow anything. But even I am inspired by these innovative ways to bring herbs and leafy greens into a kitchen. This hanging herb planter by Plow and Hearth is great looking and more importantly self-watering! It can be used indoors as shown or outdoors. […]
By Nancy April 11th, 2013
This unique 1948 Edina rambler was built with a modern influence, but a 1970’s update left it with shaggy yellow carpet and wild wallpaper reminiscent of brightly dyed easter eggs. The new owners were looking to update the finishes and change the layout to work for their family. Originally built with many small rooms, the […]
By Nancy April 3rd, 2013
We think of cabinet hardware as the “jewelry” of the kitchen or bath. I just ran across this relatively new line from Notting Hill; it’s beautiful and it serves more of a purpose than opening doors and drawers. From Notting Hill:HOPE BLOSSOM knobs and pulls are elegantly designed and hand-cast of solid fine pewter and […]
By Nancy March 8th, 2013
Spring is a great time to think about new beginnings. It’s no surprise that for the last 26 years the local Remodeler’s Showcase tour has helped countless people plan for a fresh start in their kitchen, bathroom, or their whole house. Being able to see a remodeling project in a house like yours, in a […]
By Nancy June 14th, 2012
We attended a seminar this week on the use and care of white marble in kitchens. It was fascinating, and not only because the presenter looked like Malibu Ken. (It was actually disconcerting to look at him for any length of time, like ones eyes would be scorched by his perfect Ken-likeness. But thankfully the […]
By Lisa November 4th, 2010
Ever thought about having a copper sink? They are beautiful, timeless, and versatile in their styling. The use of copper predates historical records by millions of years! And did you know that copper is antimicrobial? If you’re considering a copper sink, keep the following in mind: Look for a copper sink that is certified to […]