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Cozy Craftsman Vibes

by | Jun 19, 2024 | Uncategorized

For decades, classic all-white kitchens have been a design staple all over the globe. And for good reason — white is a neutral that goes with anything and can reflect light in a space to make it appear larger. However, despite its popularity, some designers feel that the white kitchen trend is on its way out. Homeowners and designers Palmer Schallon and Melissa Arcaro, who co-founded PSAMA Design, agree that white kitchens are outdated — especially when it came to the kitchen in their bohemian Atlanta home. Click here to continue...

The Kitchen Triangle

by | Jun 13, 2024 | Uncategorized

Developed in the early 1900s, the kitchen triangle places three traditional work areas: the sink, the refrigerator and the stove in a triangular configuration. The suggested distance between each leg of the triangle measures between four and nine feet. The sum total of all three should be between 13 and 26 feet. By placing these three elements relatively close to each other, the design gives the cook easy access to each appliance and makes meal preparation more efficient. Not everyone agrees. First, they say the kitchen is no longer limited to three key appliances. For example, the microwave is a standard appliance that often substitutes for the oven which in turn may be separate from the range. Second, it’s not unusual these days for the kitchen to be used by multiple cooks attending to individual dietary needs. Along with that, kitchens are often where social gatherings take place, kids do homework, and adults attend to home office needs. There’s no arguing that the triangle is effective in limiting the amount of steps needed to prepare a meal. However, if you’re looking to remodel your kitchen to accommodate more than one cook or to use as a multi-use room, review the placement of your major appliances first. Before you remodel, let Cornerstone help you determine the optimum design for your family’s...

Best Kitchen Designs

by | Jun 5, 2024 | Uncategorized

In this article, we look back at the network star’s most fan-favored makeovers. Though her projects often involved multiple areas of the house, our article will focus on her kitchen designs. We re-watched the episodes, read all the comments, and counted all thumbs-ups and hearts to narrow down the selection to the 10 best ones. Feel free to check the detailed ranking methodology provided at the end of the article. Do you have a personal favorite from Christina Hall’s kitchen designs? Read on to see if it got onto our list! Click here to continue...

Best under cabinet lighting

by | May 29, 2024 | Uncategorized

There’s general lighting, which usually refers to the big wired-in light in the ceiling. Then there’s accent lighting or decorative lighting, designed more for ambience and fun than real function. And there’s task lighting, ideal for prepping ingredients, reading cookbooks and cleaning up properly.  Task lighting is a popular addition to modern kitchens, especially. Typically installed to the underside of cupboards and cabinets, they shine in areas where the big light can’t get to, heightening visibility and making it much easier - not to mention safer - to do jobs like dicing ingredients, prepping marinades and cleaning up thoroughly afterwards.  Click here to continue...

Fixer Upper-Inspired Laundry Room Ideas

by | May 22, 2024 | Uncategorized

Many people think a laundry room is just that — a laundry room. For this reason, activities in the space, including sorting, washing, and folding clothes, can seem like a stressful chore. However, an aesthetic environment is a recipe for motivation, and your laundry room shouldn’t be any different. Joanna Gaines of “Fixer Upper,” is a big fan of elegant and functional laundry rooms. On her Magnolia blog, Joanna explains how she’s married function and aesthetics in the space saying, “The beautiful materials and soft colors come together to create a laundry room that makes work a joy.” Read...