Is painting a room or several rooms in your home one of your resolutions for 2013? Are you checking out the latest trends? Are you looking for something fresh and having trouble deciding?
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Connie Hampton, CKD
Recent Posts
The Hottest Interior Colors for 2013
Posted by Connie Hampton, CKD on Tue, Jan 22, 2013
Topics: Design Trends and Ideas, Room Colors
How to Design a Kitchen Island That Works
Posted by Connie Hampton, CKD on Tue, Dec 18, 2012
Kitchen islands evolved from the age old wood farm house table. If you have visited historic homes such as Mount Vernon, Monticello, or the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC, you may have toured the simple but organized kitchens that feature a sturdy farm table placed in the center for food prep and with a shelf beneath for storage of cookware, dishes or supplies. Tables were the work center of the kitchen for preparing all meals at a time when people baked their daily bread.
Topics: Design Trends and Ideas, Kitchens, National Kitchen and Bath Association
9 Kitchen Design Ideas for Entertaining
Posted by Connie Hampton, CKD on Tue, Nov 20, 2012
Kitchens are always the spot where people like to gather, especially during the holidays. If you enjoy entertaining, how can you optimize the space in your kitchen to accommodate guests yet be functional for everyday use? Here are nine kitchen design ideas to help make holiday entertaining more enjoyable for you and your guests.
Topics: Design Trends and Ideas, Kitchens, Countertops
4 Design Options for Kitchen Floor Plans
Posted by Connie Hampton, CKD on Tue, Oct 9, 2012
If you are planning to remodel a kitchen, you will need a floor plan design. The design should address the basic functions of a kitchen including:
Topics: Design Trends and Ideas, Kitchens