Category: Kitchen Design

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Banquette seating used to be mostly for kitchens.  Nowadays we can find them in any corner inside the home.  A custom banquette is the best way to save space and add coziness to a space.  Regardless of what interior design you prefer, there is a style for everyone, from elegant ones, upholstered in sumptuous velvet to more casual ones covered in stripes.

A banquette in the kitchen adds functionality and a multi-use area where families can not only eat, but also do homework, play games, and enjoy a morning coffee.  Below, a few cozy options that will sure inspire you.

Phillip Gorrivan design, blue and white striped banquette, louis xvı chair and Joan Miro art

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When it comes to the kitchen, many people regard it as the heart of the home, even if we aren’t going to be appearing on MasterChef anytime soon.  It’s a place to bake, create, get together, drink wine or coffee and help the kids with homework.  So, it’s not hard to accept the fact that sometimes it is also the room that needs some serious TLC too.  When people think kitchen makeover, they think of emptying their entire bank accounts in an effort to end up with something that should be featured in Home & Garden.  But, the truth is with some smart tips you can take your kitchen from meh to magnificent – without it costing the earth.

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Kitchen trends, timeless kitchen

The kitchen is often referred to as the heart of the home, so there’s a reason that people tend to get a little obsessed with it.  Now, as interior design becomes ever more important, families are looking for ways to up the ante with innovations and trends.  The kitchen, once just a small room at the back of the house for chopping vegetables has fast become one of the most exciting places to be.  Families and companies are always on the search for new ways to add utility to the space, and consumer tastes are changing all the time.  Here are some of the kitchen trends that are timeless and hot right now.

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Stained cabinets, timeless kitchens

We all love painted cabinets in the kitchen because of how crisp and clean they can look.  Stained cabinets, on the other hand, can also look clean and fresh especially after they are upgraded with white stone, wood washed techniques and beautiful cabinet hardware.  After that, they are not only beautiful, but they are timeless kitchens that will stand the test of times.

If you happen to like traditional design with a modern twist, then you will love these timeless kitchens below.  Each and every one of them has what it takes to make anyone want to reverse their previously painted kitchen cabinets to natural wood color again.  All these kitchen images were found on Pinterest where it is really hard to track the source and credit.  If you happen to be the photographer or designer of one of these kitchens, please leave a comment, and I’ll be happy to credit you.

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design trends for Fall, neutral decor

Summer might be over, but that doesn’t mean fashion season has ended.  In fact, there are plenty of exciting fall trends to look forward to that will make a nice transition into cooler weather.  Fur accents, sophisticated neutral tones, dimensional art, and layers of white are some of the fall decorating trends you can embrace.  Read on to discover the design trends for Fall that anyone can follow.

Design Trends For Fall: Updated Neutrals

design trends for Fall, neutral decor

Decorating with neutral tones can create a bland look unless you add some visual interest. With a room that’s painted or wallpapered in a tan, beige, or another neutral tone, the key to design success is adding in shape and texture.  This year’s Fall trends call for texture without being excessively rustic.  Fur throws and pillows, three-dimensional fixtures placed on walls and used for decoration, and unique lighting fixtures are some creative design elements you can use in Autumn decor to improve the room’s appeal without using bold, loud color.

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A beautiful tile backsplash behind the stove can instantly be the focal point of the kitchen.  Granted that the kitchen is the heart of the house, serve well to treat it like one.  A well-designed kitchen requires proper planning as well as good Interior Design.  The kitchen backsplash is more than just a pretty design element;  it serves the purpose of protecting the walls behind the stove and the sink from getting water or any other type of liquids.  The choice for backsplash, whether for behind the range or for the entire area, is quite overwhelming.

The final choice will depend on the style of your kitchen design, from traditional subway tiles for a classic interior design, glass tiles for contemporary design to stainless-steel tile backsplash found in modern interior design.  Keep the design understated and simple by continuing the same material as the countertop onto the backsplash behind the stove or go ahead and make a striking statement by using a different design behind your stove.  In the end, the main purpose of good Interior Design is to make your home a personal reflection of yourself.  Here I’m sharing with you 10 beautiful ideas for the perfect backsplash for the space right behind the stove.  Go ahead and get inspired.

White Marble Slab Backsplash

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This kitchen has a very elegant and timeless white marble slab as backsplash behind the stove with a simple shelf that serves for easy reach for spices and condiments.  See the rest of this home here.

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