A design element that often goes unadorned as a result of being unconsidered, the ceiling of a kitchen or nearby breakfast area can be an unexpected, and creative, focal point. Think of the ceiling in the opposite way as you might otherwise - that is, a VERY important design element which closely...

Dark kitchen cabinetry, deep, rich hues ranging from beyond medium brown to black, have been on the kitchen fashion runway for several years now. Glamour in the kitchen (froufrou chandeliers et al) surely played a part in this movement, and I see more of a connection to these deep tones going into the...

The dining area...it sends so many messages, doesn't it? Formality, lack thereof, color, contrast, size, material, shape, comfort, durability, theme, are just some of the decisions we have to make as we consider how to design our dining spaces. My one recommendation, if nothing else, is to allow ample...

The kitchen window - one of the most important features in our kitchens! Windows are powerful players in the kitchen...they provide light, a connection to the outdoors, a green catalyst to control temperature in the kitchen, depending on the window's directional exposure, and of course, great architectural...

An important piece to be aware of in the design process, as we focus on finishes, the warmth or coolness of a material is a factor in the feeling or experience of a kitchen. The experience is different for everyone, therefore, it is a highly personal expression. Warmth and coolness can be expressed,...

Honestly? Sometimes, not always, but sometimes, finding a place for the microwave drives me crazy! It's not always such an obvious, easy, appliance to place. In fact, I could write a book on placing the microwave alone. First, determine how "much" microwave you need, and by that I mean size and function....