by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | May 22, 2025 | Uncategorized
As discussed in “How to draw more natural light into your kitchen,” there are a number of ways that floor to ceiling cabinets can change a kitchen. While it’s hard to argue the advantages they offer, it’s important to understand how best to use them. You see, placing items too high or too low can be hazardous to your health. But it doesn’t have to be that way. In our quest to live in beautiful homes, it’s easy to overlook safety and function. The best home design incorporates both. This is the goal of Universal Design (UD) which adapts homes to everyone’s capabilities without sacrificing appearance. When it comes to cabinetry, it’s important to minimize the number of times you have to reach up or bend down to retrieve items, especially those used most often. Not only inconvenient, it can put you off balance. This might seem counterintuitive to floor to ceiling cabinets… but there’s no reason not to have them. The following tips show the best ways to access all your kitchen cabinets: Store frequently used items where it’s most convenient – preferably from waist to shoulder height. Light weight items are best stored on top and bottom shelves. Medium weight items should be kept between knee and eye levels. Heavier items should be stored between mid-thigh and shoulder height. These guidelines help homeowners retrieve everything they need quickly and easily without challenging their balance. It’s one reason why Universal Design is gaining momentum. But here’s the best part. Well designed homes built and remodeled with Universal Design principles are beautiful, therefore, you don’t have to hesitate to...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | May 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
“The practice of aging in place—homeowners remaining in their home through their golden years—is trending. In fact, according to a recent study by AARP, three out of four older adults hope to stay in their current home rather than downsize or move to a retirement community.” Click here to continue...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | May 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
The increased popularity of farmhouse kitchens is easy to understand. With kitchens becoming the focus for friends and family interaction, this style is comfortable, cozy and loaded with charm without being cluttered. While similar to country, farmhouse style uses salvaged materials like reclaimed wood that retains a certain level of sophistication. Even antiques fit it but not ones that are too delicate. The idea is to create a down-home feeling that invites everyone to relax and enjoy each other. Typical materials include: reclaimed wood wide plank floors wrought iron and vintage accessories larger, comfortable furniture particularly pine furniture architectural salvage To get started, you want to work with a color palette of warm or cool neutrals. Colors like cream, beige, grey and silver sage make good starts. What’s important is to use the colors you like but stay with light or neutral shades. Since woods are a key component, look for pieces with some wear and tear but not ravaged. Details like scratches, knots and nicks add authenticity and individuality. Mix woods with metals, but don’t forget fabrics like cotton, canvas, wool and chenille. It’s important to use a variety of textures to prevent the space from looking flat. When it comes to metals, layer in a mixture of light fixtures, hardware and accents like railings. A good rule of thumb is to use no more than three metals per room. Organic materials keep an ‘outdoor’ connection. Wood floors are best but don’t rule out stone. When it comes to additional architectural details consider wicker, rattan, sisal and other natural materials. Whatever you choose, don’t try to cram in...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | May 14, 2025 | Uncategorized
“As interest in personalized home improvement continues to grow nationwide, CabinetDIY has introduced a range of Do It Yourself Kitchen Cabinets aimed at meeting the needs of homeowners pursuing hands-on renovation projects.” At Cornerstone Cabinet Company we can supply all your RTA needs! Click here to continue reading the...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | May 8, 2025 | Uncategorized
Glass and wood work so well together. Using glass in your cabinets offers a million possibilities to customize and dramatize your kitchen. Cornerstone Cabinet Company works with you to design and install beautiful cabinets to make your vision a...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | May 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
“We always talk about colors, cabinet styles, and countertop materials when it comes to kitchen design, but there’s another element that is arguably the most important when it comes to creating a space that maximizes functionality. Your kitchen layout forms the basis of your kitchen – if you get it wrong, your entire kitchen will feel awkward and dysfunctional, but when done right, your entire space will perfectly balance function and style.” Click here to continue...
