CAPID visits A. Radley Designs who unveils to us her latest, Stunning Kitchen Design.A 1980’s kitchen receives a much-needed update. This fun-loving couple enjoyed entertaining but the kitchen design of their newly purchased home inhibited their high-spirited style. At the top of their wish list: open up the kitchen as much as possible to allow friends and family to be more involved in festivities.By penetrating the adjoining wall, the kitchen now opens to the dining room and living room which … [Read more...] about Kitchen Design: “White and Bright with Shades of Gray”
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Personalized Kitchen Accessibility
Creating a Personalized Kitchen for Your Home Have you ever wondered how a kitchen can be designed to accommodate the various needs of the home’s occupants? What if only one member of the family is in a wheelchair? What if the members of the family are all short-statured? We are all aware that people come in all shapes and sizes, with ever-changing needs and abilities. The kitchen is probably one of the most important areas in a home where the needs of the users should be addressed. So what … [Read more...] about Personalized Kitchen Accessibility
“Oven in the Pantry!” Oh My! – A Pantry Design Story
Utilizing An Oven in the Pantry Design In planning the new kitchen during an extensive home remodel, the goal was to keep the kitchen as open to the adjoining rooms as possible for great flow and to provide for lots of windows for great light. The trick was to keep at a minimum the "tall walls"--those are the ones that normally contain a refrigerator, a cook top with adequate ventilating equipment above it, a full-height pantry or hutch, or a double oven. Three of the “tall walls” for such … [Read more...] about “Oven in the Pantry!” Oh My! – A Pantry Design Story
Highlight Your Kitchen Windows
Kitchen Windows in Interior Design Quite often kitchen windows are on the side of the house with a view of the neighbors, or the trash cans. The right window treatments can make this design dilemma a surprising highlight of any kitchen. Use shades that work from the top down and allow natural light while camouflaging an unpleasant view. Faux wood blinds are great in the kitchen because they hold up well to moisture. Decorative tapes hide strings and add color. Consider using vintage … [Read more...] about Highlight Your Kitchen Windows
How do I update my kitchen and master bath?
Both have changed dramatically in design. If your budget permits, a full remodel is a good investment. These days, people gather in the kitchen to socialize and cook together. Change the cabinetry to update the look and function of your kitchen. It will add more efficient storage options. Kitchens now include islands and desks with a charging station for cell phones and electronic gear. If a full kitchen remodel is not in the budget, give it a facelift! Try a new cabinet finish, new hardware, … [Read more...] about How do I update my kitchen and master bath?
