by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Oct 23, 2024 | Uncategorized
“During a renovation, refinishing or updating existing pieces is the most sustainable choice. If you must buy new, consider the environmental impact of your options—from how the raw materials are sourced, to the manufacturing and shipping process, to the item’s eventual disposal when it’s time to upgrade again. “ Click here to continue...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Oct 16, 2024 | Uncategorized
“Whether you’re in the process of tackling a reno or are building a home from scratch, you know that designing a kitchen is no small feat. Before you can even get into the nitty-gritty like choosing your appliance types and selecting countertop finishes, you’ll want to determine the ideal layout for your space.” Click here to continue reading. ...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Oct 9, 2024 | Uncategorized
“If you covet that minimalist industrial kitchen look, consider this your metal master class (and ditto for exposed beams and bricks, plenty of blacks and greys, and a less-is-more design approach). “Industrial design is form and function at its core,” says Sara Cukerbaum, principal designer of Slic, an Austin-based design firm. “It takes from surrounding architecture and materials, and only contributes details to the space that make it work for its current use.” Click here to continue...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Oct 2, 2024 | Uncategorized
“It was an innocent article, so you’d think — a simple roundup of kitchen upgrades that home cooks regret. Some were obvious, like adding stainless steel appliances without considering the streaking and therefore constant cleaning they require. Others were little tweaks you might never think of until it was too late — like the direction your cabinet doors open. Instead of (or in addition to!) helping our readers learn from these mistakes, the comment section exploded with 40-plus other home cooks’ biggest kitchen design regrets.” Click here to continue...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Sep 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
Creating a timeless kitchen requires the right features, which might leave you wondering, are glass-fronted kitchen cabinets still on trend? While they certainly fit the aesthetic of traditional style, are they still the go-to, or is there a different design that feels more up-to-date and current? There are a lot of kitchen cabinet ideas to consider when designing a kitchen, and the style you choose will impact the feel and aesthetic of your scheme. While opting for cabinets that complement your interior design style is key, you don’t want to end up with a space that feels dated. So, are glass-fronted kitchen cabinets still on trend? We’ve turned to interior designers and kitchen experts to find out whether there’s still a place in kitchen design for this classic cabinet style, and how to make it feel stylish and elevated. Click here to continue...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Sep 18, 2024 | Uncategorized
How to design a kitchen that looks bright and airy despite a lack of direct sunlight? Kasie DiNella, founder of Mend Interiors, used a crisp, cool white — Benjamin Moore’s Chantilly Lace — on cabinetry that straddles modern and beachy in this new summer cottage-turned-primary-residence for empty nesters in Dennis. Contrast trim in a taupe-y neutral — Benjamin Moore’s Sea Pearl — adds warmth while a glossy, textured backsplash bounces around the sunlight that filters in. Using rift-sawn white oak shelves with a clear matte finish instead of upper cabinets helps, too. “They’re highly functional for daily use and encourage the homeowners to display personal items so the look can evolve with them over time,” DiNella says. Click here to continue...
