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White Space in Your Design 

White can be a soothing and relaxing color to see. For some people white is simply a refreshing color while for others it is a dull, common color. If you have been in the web business for quite a while you would often hear the word white space. What does this term mean?

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A Guide to Bathroom Remodeling

There is a reason why many Hollywood actors keep their awards in their bathrooms -- all their guests will visit that room at some point, so why not put the trophies were everyone will see them? But even if you haven't won any Academy Awards, your guests will be still checking out you bathroom. A well-done bathroom remodeling can impress your guests and boost the value of your home.

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Home Remodeling Tips 

Maximizing the function and style of your home, could be very challenging. Before you buy, you should know the pros and cons of home remolding. There are several directions you can take when planning to remodel your home.

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KITCHEN

  • Kitchen Renovations and Island Creations
  • Kitchen Remodel - What you Need to Know
  • How to design the ideal kitchen
  • 10 Biggest Kitchen Design Mistakes
  • How to Plan for a Kitchen Remodeling or Renovation Project
  • The Best Kept Secrets In Kitchen Designs
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    The Best Kept Secrets In Kitchen Designs

    by Guy Morris

    It has often been said that the heart of the home is the kitchen. If that is really true, then why is it that some kitchen designs just don't seem to support more than one cook or guest at a time? You can turn your kitchen into a functional and beautiful workspace and gathering place for the entire family. Even if you have limited square footage, there just may be more room for expansion, storage, and oh yeah, cooking in your kitchen than you think.  Counters & Cabinets  Storage is definitely a consideration in designing a functional kitchen. If you are limited by floor space, just look up. There is often a great deal of space between the counter tops and ceiling that just isn't being used in a kitchen. Look at the space above the refrigerator. Is yours just collecting dust or take out menus? If so, add a cabinet and you've got a great place to store seldom used platters or treats you want to keep hidden from the children.

    Kitchen cabinets also don't have to be limited to one side of the countertop. If your kitchen design has a peninsula or island, you can use the ends and back side for more cabinet storage space. Kitchen cabinets come in more styles and finishes that you can imagine. However, if your budget is limited then you don't need to replace them for an entirely new look. Cabinet refacing lets you select cabinet patterns that are up to date and beautiful.

    New countertops don't always need to be included in this home improvement project either. Laminate countertops come with repair strips that will give new life to a worn surface.  Laying Out Completely New Kitchen Designs  If your budget calls for a complete renovation, then now is the time to really think about layouts and maybe calling in some specialist. The basic theory is that there should be no more than 2 steps between work stations. That means you should be able to go from the sink to stove in 2 steps; from the range to the refrigerator in 2 steps and so on. However, with today's extra large sized kitchens that's not the case any more. You still should choose layouts that consider how much time it takes to accomplish the normal tasks of putting dishes away from the dishwasher or getting foods from the refrigerator to the stove.

    The newest gadgets in these mega kitchens make timesaving and energy efficiency into an art form. There are refrigerator drawers right next to the range and microwaves that brew your coffee while making your toast!  Fixtures and Furniture  The finishing touches are what make kitchen designs more inviting than ever. The furnishings, light fixtures and even the cabinet hardware can make kitchens into real living rooms. Look for task lighting that can highlight work spaces and then radiant lighting for atmosphere. You can even turn the legs of old furniture or newel posts into bases for centre islands to make you kitchen furnishings blend with the rest of the house. Get creative and enjoy doing much more than cooking in your new kitchen.

    About the Author

    Guy Morris is author and designer of the website http://www.kitchen-cabinets-tips.com . He is featuring kitchen cabinets and articles on kitchen designs http://www.kitchen-cabinets-tips.com/kitchen-designs.html.

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