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New Layout and a Longer Island for a Roomier Family Kitchen

March 21st, 2019
The Kitchen Studio of Glen Ellyn EmailSave Photos by LOMA StudiosKitchen at a Glance Who lives here: A young couple with three kidsLocation: Clarendon Hills, Illinois Size: 190 square feet (17.7 square meters)Designer: Susan Klimala of The Kitchen Studio of Glen EllynAn open flow, fresh color palette and seating for every member of the family was the goal for the renovation ...

12 Small-Deck Design Ideas for Outdoor Dining and Lounging

March 20th, 2019
When deck space is at a premium, efficient design and smart styling can make what could be a cramped outdoor area an inviting one. From investing in disappearing railings to choosing hanging planters over ones that take up floor space, there are plenty of ways to make the most of a compact deck.Read on to discover a dozen ways to design for a small-scale deck, including tips on how to choos ...

March Motivation: Advice for Rebooting Your Home Projects

March 19th, 2019
Decision fatigue, disagreements, lack of follow-through, budget issues and even the weather — home projects can stall out for all sorts of reasons. Being able to pinpoint the reason your project got stuck (or never really got started) in the first place will help you choose a good first step to get the ball rolling again. If you’d love to get your home project restarted, this guide is a goo ...

Clever Bathroom Layout Gives 2 Sisters Shared and Private Spaces

March 18th, 2019
Change Your Bathroom, Inc. EmailSave Photos by Michelle FeeBathroom at a GlanceWho uses it: Two sistersLocation: AtlantaSize: 73 square feet (6.8 square meters)Designer: Michelle Fee of Change Your BathroomSharing a bathroom made it tough for these two sisters, one tween and one teen, to stay out of each other’s hair, especially in the mornings. So bathroom designer Michelle ...

10 Essentials for a Welcoming Front Porch

March 17th, 2019
Whether you’re setting up house for the first time or you just hope to streamline your setup, this guide to creating a welcoming front porch is a good place to begin. It helps to start with a clean slate, so when the weather permits, consider thoroughly tidying your porch as step one. Dust off cobwebs, sweep the floor and assess your furniture and accessories. When you’re ready to choose wh ...

How to Decorate a Living Room: 11 Designer Tips

March 16th, 2019
Whether your style is traditional or modern, relaxed or formal, bold or subdued, your living room should be a place where you can feel comfortable, let down your guard and spend quality time with friends, family or just yourself. There’s an art to decorating a room that looks great and works well for you. So before you dive into a living room redesign with your pro, arm yourself with a few ...

34 Striking Bathroom Vanities

March 15th, 2019
If you’re redoing your bathroom, choosing a new vanity is likely to be high on your to-do list. You’ll want whatever you pick to be practical and functional, but it’s also an opportunity to add a little character to your space. We’ve gathered 34 distinctive vanities from around the world to show you what’s possible. JAC Interiors EmailSave 1. Location: Los AngelesDesi ...

Are Colorful Kitchen Appliances the Next Big Trend?

March 14th, 2019
White and gray may be holding steady as the most popular colors for kitchens, but I’m noticing a definite uptick in interest in adding touches of more vibrant hues into the mix. One way homeowners are seeking to introduce color is through appliances in unexpected shades, such as magenta, lime green and coral. Case Design/Remodeling, Inc. EmailSave Colorful appliances ...

Master Bath Loses Dark Finishes and Gains Airy Glamour

March 13th, 2019
Hermitage Kitchen Design Gallery EmailSave “After” photos by Melissa M. MillsBathroom at a GlanceWho lives here: A couple with two preteens Location: A suburb of Nashville, TennesseeSize: 198 square feet (18 square meters) Designer: Terri Sears of Hermitage Kitchen Design GalleryThe owners of this lovely renovated bathroom weren’t happy with how the space looked before, so t ...

Organic Modern Style for a Chef and a Baker

March 12th, 2019
Craig O'Connell Architecture EmailSave Photos by Helynn Ospina PhotographyKitchen at a GlanceWho uses it: A chef and a bakerLocation: Woodacre, CaliforniaSize: 330 square feet (31 square meters) including the dining spaceArchitect: Craig O’Connell ArchitectureNorthern Californians Nick and Arielle Giusto make magic in the kitchen. Nick is a fourth-generation miller and baker ...
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