Neal's Home Remodeling and Design Blog

In the ever-evolving world of interior design, one style often stands out for its timeless appeal and effortless sophistication: transitional design. Renowned for seamlessly blending classic elements with contemporary flair, transitional style has become the leading favorite among those seeking to create a kitchen with both a feeling of traditional familiarity and modern appeal. Though transitional style is broad enough to offer a huge range of unique customization from one kitchen to the next, there are still several key features that sets the style apart from truly traditional or contemporary spaces and makes it an ideal choice to consider for your kitchen.

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In the kitchen, where aesthetics meet functionality, the quest for a clutter-free and organized kitchen has led to several ingenious solutions over the years. The strategic use of appliance garages, hidden nooks, and concealed appliances has emerged as a popular trend, allowing homeowners to maintain a sleek and stylish kitchen without compromising on convenience. Here are some of the ways concealing appliances and clutter can be achieved.

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There are many different ways to design a kitchen and thousands of ideas that you could implement. Though most of these ideas fall into the category of basic functionality to help you live your daily life with ease, some design choices will bring a heightened sense of fashionability and style to your kitchen. A single kitchen doesn't need to cram all the neat design ideas out there into its footprint, but a few savvy design choices here and there can go a long way. The key is to select the stylish design options that will work for you on a practical level or that will check off an aesthetic wishlist item you really like. Here are 9 design ideas from our past work to consider for a more stylish kitchen.

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Islands are a great feature to include in the design and layout of a kitchen, but without understanding some important factors, it can be difficult to get this component right. In many remodeling projects, a poorly designed island is one of the major reasons a kitchen isn’t working the way it needs to, or doesn’t look the way the homeowner wants. Neal’s Designer Jodi Smith has some key insights into how to create a functional island that adds to the design and solves problems. Here are 5 considerations she addresses as she plans a new kitchen island.

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