The Signature Kitchen and Bath Design Blog
Here's an article by Cindy Bailen, Senior Staff Writer for Reviewed Magazine with 2019 trends for the kitchen.
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Start planning your future kitchen right now
With 2018 in full bloom, it's time to start planning your 2019 kitchen. Yes, you're dreaming about the wall color (gray), the countertops (low-maintenance quartz), the backsplash (ever-popular subway tile), and the black stainless steel appliances. That's a good start toward creating an excellent kitchen, but there are a lot of new things you'll want to add to your list.
As Reviewed's home design writer, I've had the chance to attend a number of design shows this year, and my eyes are always open for the coolest kitchen ideas
Here is an interesting article by Amanda Gates of Gates Interior Design on upcoming kitchen and bath trends in 2019.
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The KBIS show in Orlando has officially come to a close but it didn’t leave its attendees disappointed. The great thing about a trade show like KBIS is they bring out their best and their brightest ideas. Some we will see within the coming months and some will be micro trends just peeking out that will take consumers a good year or two to really grab hold of. No matter what, these will be the Hottest new Kitchen and Bath Trends for 2019!
Many of the trends I captured last year are quickly rising to the
Here’s a good article from Better Homes & Gardens Magazine on color tips for small kitchens by Ann Wilson.
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Color goes a long way when it comes to stretching a small kitchen's visual appeal. Check out these popular palettes that set an array of moods, stretch spatial perceptions, and beautifully amplify style.
As long as colors are applied judiciously, almost any hue will work in a tiny kitchen. Cool whites, warming earth tones, beachie pastels, and even primary chromes can be used to personalize small kitchens. The best color schemes for small kitchens weave interest throughout the space, without making the kitchen feel claustrophobic. The color scheme shouldn't distract from chores at hand, and whenever
Here's an interview on Kitchen and Bath trends in 2018 by Hadley Keller from Architectural Digest Magazine.
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From finishes to fixtures to new technology and lighting regulations, it can be hard to keep track of everything that's going on in the kitchen and bath world. For Bill Darcy, CEO of the National Kitchen and Bath Association, (NKBA) the nonprofit entity responsible for putting on the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS, the industry's preeminent trade show) and certifying tens of thousands of kitchen and bath professionals across the country, it's all in a day's work. Last month, the NKBA put out its latest Kitchen and Bath Market Outlook, an extensive report on the
Here's an interesting article by Kelley Walters from HGTV.
Design trends can be as fickle as April sunshine, but with these expert tips you'll be in-the-know on the latest styles for your kitchen and bath.Here is a great article on some new kitchen trends for 2018.SRB Signature Kitchens and Baths is a full-service, one-stop shopping design center. We have over 25+ years’ experience in this industry. We have general contractors on staff and all of our subcontractors are fully licensed and insured. Servicing Lunenburg, Fitchburg, Leominster, Westminster, Ashby, Ashburnham, Lancaster, Harvard, Ayer, Acton, Shirley, Townsend, Groton, Pepperell, Bolton.
Cabinets
While chocolate dominated wood finishes last year, warm medium brown is the go-to color this year. Cherry tops the list of favorite woods, and there is a growing sense of refinement in finishes. As in color trends, chocolate is being replaced by gray or black and here, it's showing up as black furniture and cabinets. As a counter-trend, white-washed wood is prevalent in the Seaside Cottage style.
Here are some design ideas for small bathrooms from Forbes Magazine by Houzz Contributor Charmean Neithart.
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If you have a super small bathroom, trying to make everything fit in the available space is like doing a giant crossword puzzle.
Among the challenges: configuring the toilet and sink to code, allowing enough clearance for a shower and, of course, where to put the towels and t.p. Despite the challenges, in most cases it's still better to squeeze in an extra bathroom where one is desperately needed, even if it must be small. If you plan on going this route, here are 12 tips for designing that picture-perfect small bathroom.
Install a corner
Here is a great article on what's trending in Kitchens and Baths in 2018 by Wanda Janowski. Interesting read. SRB Signature Kitchens and Baths is a full-service, one-stop shopping design center. We have over 25+ years’ experience in this industry. We have general contractors on staff and all of our subcontractors are fully licensed and insured. Servicing Lunenburg, Fitchburg, Leominster, Westminster, Ashby, Ashburnham, Lancaster, Harvard, Ayer, Acton, Shirley, Townsend, Groton, Pepperell, Bolton. Enjoy the article.
Customized and clutter-free configurations reveal buyer preferences and show the evolution of layout and design
By Wanda Jankowski | April 1, 2018
Homeowners want their spaces to be up-to-date while incorporating features that they can personalize. Even if they’ve never set foot in your showroom, design websites, TV shows, and blogs ensure that prospective buyers are increasingly savvy about what “up-to-date” really means. “Houzz and HGTV are big influences on homeowners these days, especially if they want to update to sell the house,” says Linda Knapp, designer at Sebring Design Build,
It’s easier than you might think to turn your kitchen or bathroom into an Instragram-worthy space without taking out a second mortgage. With the help of Kohler's design experts, your dream space can become a reality.
Here are four 2017 Kitchen and Bathroom Trends: Here is a great article on general trends in kitchens. Interesting read. SRB Signature Kitchens and Baths is a full-service, one-stop shopping design center that loves grey cabinets. We have over 25+ years’ experience in this industry. We have general contractors on staff and all of our subcontractors are fully licensed and insured. Servicing Lunenburg, Fitchburg, Leominster, Westminster, Ashby, Ashburnham, Lancaster, Harvard, Ayer, Acton, Shirley, Townsend, Groton, Pepperell, Bolton. Enjoy the article.
Shake It Up
Colorful and splashy patterns make for a vibrant, energetic space. A trend in a kitchen, the feather-motif ceiling, the mosaic backsplash peppered with jewel-toned drops and the quilted, blue-green banquette steal the show. The taupe-brown, copper flecked countertop is not the loudest piece in the kitchen, so
Here is a great article on the psychology of grey in kitchens. Interesting read. SRB Signature Kitchens and Baths is a full-service, one-stop shopping design center that loves grey cabinets. We have over 25+ years’ experience in this industry. We have general contractors on staff and all of our subcontractors are fully licensed and insured. Servicing Lunenburg, Fitchburg, Leominster, Westminster, Ashby, Ashburnham, Lancaster, Harvard, Ayer, Acton, Shirley, Townsend, Groton, Pepperell, Bolton. Enjoy the article.
Something about grey works just perfectly for kitchens. The color teeters between a relaxing neutrality and an exciting warmth, managing to provide the best of both worlds. Of course, depending on what shade of grey you choose, your kitchen could be closer to one end or the other.
It is the perfect color to choose for your kitchen remodeling project, whether you want to contrast brighter hues on your floor or fabrics, create textured variations in your kitchen space, or create an exciting yet relaxing space. One area where it has become common
Here is a great article on countertop material Granite vs Quartz by Bryan Sebring. Interesting read. SRB Signature Kitchens and Baths is a full-service, one-stop shopping design center. We have over 25+ years’ experience in this industry. We have general contractors on staff and all of our subcontractors are fully licensed and insured. Servicing Lunenburg, Fitchburg, Leominster, Westminster, Ashby, Ashburnham, Lancaster, Harvard, Ayer, Acton, Shirley, Townsend, Groton, Pepperell, Bolton. Enjoy the article.
AMY ZUCKERMAN
Well, after 30 years in the plumbing business I do know a little about this. When I first started selling sinks for kitchens you had a choice of "Cast Iron Enamel" or "Stainless Steel" that's it and it was easy to choose just by the aesthetics.
Now we have more choices of material so let's break this down with pros and cons of each.
Types of Kitchen Sinks
Top Mount Sink
Drops in from above and has a rim edge that overlaps the counter. These types of sinks are usually installed in Formica or any