A custom range vent hood is an option when out-of-the-box hoods don't fit the design of your kitchen or if you're looking for something more interesting. We're noticing some emerging style categories in custom hood design to meet that need. Here are some popular ideas for custom vent hood designs from our portfolio to get you inspired.
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Topics: Kitchens, Cabinetry, Project Inspiration
The style of cabinet door used in your kitchen is one of the most important design features of your new space. Cabinet style sets the tone for the room and the cabinet doors, drawer fronts, and appliance panels you select form the backdrop to the kitchen's overall look. There is no shortage of options for your cabinetry, but cabinet doors come in three basic categories, and knowing the differences will be a great asset when it comes time to select the doors for your new kitchen.
Read MoreThere are a lot of ways that built-ins can be used in a home to add features and functions. Whether it's bookcases around the fireplace, cabinets under a bay window, or mudroom cubies at the back door, these additional touches help make a home feel more put-together. Which built-in types you need in your home depend on a variety of factors, but the key to creating built-ins that add value and style to your home will be the usefulness they provide. Here are 6 ideas from our library of projects.
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Color in home design can go well beyond just the color of the walls. When it comes to color in rooms like kitchens and baths, looking at full design provides more options and variety in how color trends can be applied and how they can work in different spaces. Using trends in home design can help you and your designer pick a direction and select colors that feel current, but it's important to balance what's popular with what you actually like and want in your spaces. In 2022, the color trends we're seeing can be summed up in two words- Cozy Warmth. Keep reading for a look at our design team's picks for kitchen and bathroom color trends heading into the new year.
Read MoreTopics: Design Trends and Ideas, Room Colors, Cabinetry, Designer Insights