Uh oh, Big No No’s

Nothing is written in stone here, but these are some levelheaded suggestions of things not to do during a kitchen remodel, simply because they make the project more costly, more difficult or heck, because it’s just a really BAD idea.

Don’t end up with a kitchen that looks like this…

…when you had this one in mind!

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Who could imagine that cabinetry might come in every color of the rainbow? Creative color combinations are delightful as well as inspiring. Here’s to bright and cheery cook spaces!

#1 – Painted with the color and finish of a red sports car, these metal cabinets offer a sleek appearance alongside stainless steel appliances.

#2 – Wake up to piping hot coffee and these sunshine yellow cabinets, and you’re bound to have a bright day! (more…)

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There are a lot of ways to design your kitchen – modern, retro, classy, elegant, etc. Few decorating themes are as enduring and beautiful as the Tuscany kitchen design.

The Tuscany Kitchen

Tuscany is an area of Italy – that amazingly beautiful region with unbelievable hills, acres of wine country, the Italy that appears on postcards and travel brochures. The Tuscany kitchen design borrows this beauty and delivers it to your kitchen. The result is a throwback to old Italy – still-life paintings, old wine bottles and an aura of ancient romance.

Characteristics

Photo Credit: Tuscan Kitchen Remodeling Ideas

Tuscany kitchens are not showy and elaborate. They are simple, functional, and a bit on the rustic side. Coloring is dominated by buttery yellow or butterscotch tones, complemented by hints of wine red and forest green. The bottom line is that they exhibit a raw, earthy beauty that surrounds you with inspiration but makes you feel at home, too. (more…)

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