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6 Types of Light Fixtures for the Kitchen

Posted by Cyndi Kohler on Mon, Sep 7, 2020

Proper illumination is important in a kitchen to enable you to work efficiently and safely when you are cooking, eating or entertaining. Kitchen lighting should be planned by design. To create versatile lighting in the kitchen, it's important to include more than one type of fixture. Different types of lighting allows you to layer light in different configurations depending on your needs. For example, soft warm light from a pendant is great for the morning before coffee, while focused white task lights over the sink are ideal for when it's time to do the dishes. Luckily there are six types of light fixtures that can be mixed and matched in the kitchen to provide plenty of options for all your needs.

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Topics: Kitchens, Lighting

Backsplash Options for Your Kitchen

Posted by Cyndi Kohler on Sun, Aug 9, 2020

The backsplash brings out the personality of a kitchen. Choosing a backsplash for your kitchen remodel is a great way to show off your style. Backsplash styles and materials range from sweet and simple, to elegant and elaborate to coordinate with your tastes. It can naturally tie a design together or become a stunning focal point. If you need help narrowing down some tile design ideas, or just with finding a place to start, keep reading for backsplash options for your kitchen.

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Topics: Design Trends and Ideas, Kitchens

Project Tour: Family Kitchen Remodel in Mason

Posted by Laura Webster on Tue, Aug 4, 2020

Like many homes, the kitchen in this Mason house could have been considered trendy and stylish at one time, but with a crowded floor plan and dark cabinets, the appeal of the design was leaving the family feeling cramped. The new kitchen design is, by comparison, a remarkable transformation to a bright, roomy and comfortable-feeling space for the whole family to enjoy.

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Topics: Project Spotlight, Kitchens

6 Traditional Design Elements for Kitchens

Posted by Christina Temple on Mon, Jul 20, 2020

Traditional-style kitchens are typically considered formal, sophisticated and classic. Traditional design incorporates architectural features from European, Mexican, and Colonial American traditions. Elegant craftsmanship, embellishments and refined details are important. If you love the look of a traditional home, here are six traditional design elements for kitchens to consider as you plan your kitchen remodeling project.

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Topics: Design Trends and Ideas, Kitchens