How do you create a handicap accessible kitchen that works for you? Focus on three things. First, focus on accessibility to storage spaces, pantries, and cabinets. Second, prioritize wheelchair mobility. Space in front of and next to appliances is essential. And thirdly, organize your workspace by coordinating utensils, take out shelves from trash cans, frequently…
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Granite: aesthetics and functionality in one
Granite is one of the most widely used countertop materials. Granite conveys the impression of elegance, durability and quality. It can be used efficiently for buildings, sidewalks, bridges, monuments, and even in our homes. At home, you can often see granite in kitchen and bathrooms as they are durable and easy to clean, as well…
Soup Soups – What makes a soup, a soup?
Soup soups have been around for years. But how did they get started and why are they so popular? Read on to learn a little about the history of soup chowder … you will have a delicious experience, I guarantee it! Soup is typically a rich, creamy soup that is packed with all kinds of…
Modern kitchen design ideas
The definition of a modern kitchen varies from person to person. Simply optimizing the means of appliances in your kitchen does not make it a modern, central kitchen. Every aspect of your kitchen, from its accessories to the design and storage facility, needs to be contemporary to give it a modern outlook. As you work…
10 reasons you need granite countertops in your kitchen
Granite countertops are known to be both aesthetically and functionally attractive pieces for any kitchen or bathroom. Instead of hanging onto your old laminate, stainless steel, or wood countertops, go for the classic, timeless look that comes with granite countertops. There are many stipulations and stereotypes that come with granite countertops, but there are also…
Granite Countertops: An Overview
Home builders and remodelers have seen a boom in demand for granite countertops in kitchens and bathrooms. The beauty and warmth of granite make it an ideal material for aesthetic appeal in home design, and the durability and easy care of granite countertops keeps them a favorite with future-looking homeowners. Although adding granite countertops to…
Why rendering matters to retail design
Intense competition in the retail industry drives higher levels of performance across the board, and a key driver for success in this industry is the visual appeal and functionality of retail outlets. Detailed and attractive 3D rendered images, or computer generated images (CGI), especially those created with the help of Building Information Modeling (BIM), can…
Modern kitchen design trends
A new style of kitchen Homeowners are starting to move away from the sleek, minimal look for a warmer, more inviting look that reflects their own styles. This has seen the birth of a new style of cuisine: a fusion of modern and traditional elements. The modern traditional style mixes colors, textures and materials. Now…
Make your kitchen look stylish with glass backsplashes
In the early days, whenever people talked about kitchen backsplashes, only one image came to mind, namely the tiles. They were widely used to give a simple and clean look to kitchens. But now, things have completely changed! People want a well-designed modern kitchen. Here, glass flashbacks entered the picture. Today, glass flashbacks are one…
Ask an Expert: Interior Design
Over many years as an interior designer, what would be 3 major changes in consumer preferences during that time? One thing that immediately springs to mind is the switch from stain grade cabinets to paint grade cabinets. White kitchens are back! Customers tend more towards lighter and brighter shades over the red / orange hues…