All White Kitchen with a Pop of Green

All White Kitchen with a pop of lime green
Featured in This Old House magazine, a simple white kitchen suddenly becomes not so simple when introduced a set of lime green bistro chairs. I absolutely love how this pop of color makes this kitchen interesting and lands a perfect touch to otherwise very simple space. A simple white table surrounded by these chairs and the rustic wine crates are my favorite features in this kitchen.

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Going high-tech – 10 steps to create a You-ser friendly kitchen, Step 6

Today’s kitchen remodeling and design doesn’t end with choosing the color of the cabinets and the finish of the appliances. There are so many high-tech upgrades that offer conveniences and safety as well as significant savings. From smart faucets to integrated light controls, modern day home allows you to take advantage of new era technology and integrate it into your style. Continue reading

Kitchen Lighting – Brilliant Ideas – 10 steps to create a You-ser friendly kitchen, Step 5

Lighting can make a considerable difference to the presentation and functionality of a kitchen. Designing a high quality energy efficient lighting system that takes advantage of both natural and electric sources and incorporates the right lighting controls is extremely important. There are certain rules to build a proper lighting system, yet, no kitchen is the same, therefore there’s an unlimited possibility to express yourself. Continue reading

10 Steps to create a You-ser Friendly Kitchen – Step 4 – Establishing a Budjet

Renovating a kitchen can be the most expensive project you have ever done. It’s really difficult to cut corners because it’s not possible to do without a stove or a refrigerator. Establishing the budget will help you to identify what’s important for you. Decide what you are going to spend and work with this number. Continue reading

10 steps to create a you-ser friendly kitchen – Step 2 – Planning Kitchen Layout

Kitchen layout: mystery revealed.

You know exactly what type of cabinets you want and what refrigerator you are going to buy. You chose the color of your walls and material for the counter. But organizing it all in your room can turn into a very difficult task. What’s worse is that once the appliances and the cabinets are installed it could become close to impossible to change it, any mistake can turn into a very expensive new project. Just think what is involved: the electrical work, plumbing, the cabinets. Well you better do it right the first time around. Read our guide to kitchen layout and making it work in your kitchen. Continue reading

10 steps to create a YOU-ser friendly kitchen – Step 1

Kitchen is one of the most important rooms in our homes. It’s where we spend the most time and where we prepare our meals, eat, and even entertain. It also tends to be one of the most expensive rooms to remodel. To make it right it requires a lot of planning. Even simple mistakes can be very costly to fix. Doesn’t matter if your kitchen is big or small, modern or traditional, the ground work is the same. It comes down to the layout, appliances and lighting. These 10 steps will take you through the process of creating an amazing kitchen just for you. Continue reading