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Small Kitchen Remodel

July 27, 2010 By
Small Kitchen Remodel After CBD

Whether you have a home with small square footage, or a larger home that simply was built with a small kitchen, if you have ever thought that you wanted more storage, more room and an easier way to prepare meals, a small kitchen remodel by Cabinets by Design can provide the solution for you. Sandra Tierney has designed award winning kitchens that are small.  Remodeling small kitchens for increased storage, beauty, functionality and even increased working space are all elements that Sandra … [Read more...]

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Bathroom Designers

July 27, 2010 By
Bathroom Remodeling Designers

Bathroom Designer Poses Question: "To Vessel or Not to Vessel?" Two big changes that have happened to bathroom design over the recent years.  We have raised the heights of the cabinetry to be the same as our kitchens and changed to vessel sinks that sit on top of the counters.  What most of our clients that think they want both elements don't realize is, that unless you are over 6 ft. tall, you really should not put both the higher cabinets and the higher sink together!  They also don't … [Read more...]

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Kitchen Functional Makeovers

July 27, 2010 By
Kitchen Functional Makeovers 2

Functional kitchen design refers to kitchens that not only look stylish, but are also planned out and furnished for maximum efficiency. For example, functional kitchens  are well thought out and planned to not only will you have enough storage space, but you will have well-thought out storage for pots and pans, specialty cooking tools and even your favorite spices. Our certified kitchen designs incorporate the hands on knowledge of all the finer points that make your kitchen safe and usable … [Read more...]

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How to Spot a Bad Design

July 22, 2010 By
Example of Big Box Store Bad Design

How do you know if the kitchen plan you have for your remodel will result in a beautiful room that is easy to cook in, will accommodate the new appliances you choose with ease…or will it be a design that is plagued with unforeseen headaches, hassles and maybe even be a fire hazard to your home? Working with a CKD (certified kitchen designer) is the smartest thing a homeowner can do to avoid costly mistakes when it comes to planning a kitchen. Many people think that if they are just … [Read more...]

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