Category: Kitchen Remodels

A Kitchen Remodel Which Does Away With Cabinets

While reading an article on houzz.com entitled “8 Little Remodeling Touches That Make a Big Difference”,  I saw a photo of one of the “little touches” which was quite stunning – a black and white kitchen with no kitchen cabinets. In lieu of traditional kitchen storage space, the author of the article opted for two […]

Researching Materials For Your New Backsplash

As houzz says in their article on choosing the perfect backsplash, “The humble backsplash has come a long way”.  This very helpful article discusses the pros and cons of stainless steel, porcelain and ceramic tiles, glass, engineered stone, granite, polished plaster, composite (e.g. Corian), laminate, mirrored glass, and marble. Even if you’ve already decided on […]

Researching Materials For Your New Countertop

If you want some help in deciding what types of materials to use to replace your old kitchen countertops, houzz.com has a few great articles to help you out. They’ve created an 8 question multiple-choice “houzz quiz” to help you determine which kitchen countertop material best suits your functional needs as well as your aesthetic […]

Affordable and Smart; Dallas Luxury Kitchen and Bath Remodeling

Limited only by imagination and a project’s budget, standard kitchens and master baths are turning into customized spaces. It’s not news, luxury can be incorporated into any design plan and executed with the right team, however the news might be that the team is front and center, in or on the front cover of your […]

Kitchen Improvement with Under-Cabinet Lighting

Growing up, most people had a single fluorescent ring bulb in the middle of the ceiling to illuminate all corners of the kitchen. The light appeared too dim when trying to read the fine print on ingredients, and too bright when looking for a midnight snack. Back then, it was ok, but today it won’t […]

You Can Have A Beautiful New Kitchen Without Breaking The Bank

A lot of homeowners dream about remodeling their kitchen but worry about the extraordinary cost. It’s true that certain types of kitchen remodels can cost $50,000 or more, especially if you want to expand out. However, what many homeowners don’t know is that even a small and much more affordable kitchen remodel can drastically increase […]

4 Ways to Go Green When You Renovate Your Kitchen

Are you planning a kitchen remodel and want to be eco-friendly? You can easily create a healthy cooking and eating area for your family as well as help the environment. Gone are the days when green renovation was a novelty. Due to an expanding marketplace, smart green products are more readily available. You’ll find these […]

Floor to Ceiling Windows

Do you love open spaces, lots of sunlight, and a great view?  If you said yes to any of these, floor to ceiling windows are perfect for you.  Whether you are looking to brighten up a dark corner or want to take advantage of a spectacular view, placement and careful consideration of style can make […]

Choosing Your Granite Countertop Finish

Once you’ve decided on granite countertops in your kitchen, you will have to decide the exact type and finish you would like installed.  There are many textures, patterns and colors to choose from that will compliment any kitchen design. There are two main types of granite to choose from: consistent and variegated.  Consistent granite comes […]

Remodeling Don’ts

Whether you’re working on your own project or you’re hiring a contractor to do it for you, there are a lot of remodeling don’ts. If you want your remodel to go smoothly, plan things out ahead of time and before the work actually starts.  Even when things seem small like, faucets or trim, don’t delay […]

Corian Vs Granite : Who is the Winner?

Corian or granite counters, which is the best?  This is the battle that is a highly charged topic between promoters and detractors on both sides. If corian and granite were put to the test, who would win? Fabrication and installation costs both need to be factored into end cost because both corian and granite countertops […]