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Does It Really Matter Who Installs Your Cabinetry?

I have seen the catastrophic result of homeowners having their semi-custom component cabinetry installed by someone with little to no cabinet installation experience…the reality is installation can ‘make or break’ how your kitchen turns out. Overlooking this crucial part of the process can effectively destroy all of the work, planning, and design that goes into […]

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How to Maximize Storage Space When Designing Your Kitchen…

If you’re getting a new kitchen, whether from a new build or a remodel, your kitchen floor plan has a footprint that you’re working within, but  with today’s cabinet options you can now create more space and storage within that foot print than ever before. The Built in Pantry Vs. Cabinetry Pantry First of all, […]

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Great Function and Beautiful Design…

…How Can You Have Both? As a kitchen designer it’s not uncommon for us to come across proposed plans for kitchens that completely miss the mark when it comes to design functionality.   Whether it’s a homeowner that’s trying to work something into their kitchen plan that they thought looked cool on Pinterest, or the architect […]

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Cabinets: Modular vs. Semi-Custom vs. Custom…

Which One is Right for You? When it comes to choosing cabinets, the options of door styles, materials, and finishes are endless.  But, when it comes to the types of cabinets available, there are primarily three to choose from, modular, semi-custom, and custom.  Which of these choices give you the best bang for your buck?  […]

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Painted Cabinet Joint Cracks – Character or Flaw?

Are the hairline joints visible on the corners of painted cabinets normal?  Is this a sign of a poor quality cabinet or the character of a painted wood door? This is a question people with painted cabinets often ask, in fact, I found an article by This Old House addressing this very concern.  Bottom line […]