Kitchen Design: What’s New? What’s Old?
So, you want to remodel your kitchen, and you’re looking for ideas. You’ll soon find there are millions of them. Perhaps, so many that the exercise of research just makes the decisions more complicated. There are no hard and fast rules. The kitchen you want has to suit you. Well, it all looks so good! Traditional cabinetry with ultra-modern appliances and accoutrements—and visa-versa—is fast becoming a trend. The mixture of past, present, and imagined future design elements can be melded to create an eclectic whole. Stainless steel and distressed pine together—natural stone and backlit acrylics—bold-colored islands and stained perimeter cabinetry. Seemingly incompatible forms can work to create your eclectic whole. Often, this demands the eye and skills of a professional kitchen designer.
Old world meets new:
Before After
The kitchen work triangle of the past has given way to the new kitchen polygon. With the advent of multiple work stations, multiple sinks, pot fillers, mixer lifts,...
Every so often, a kitchen design project comes along that allows a designer the opportunity to really flex their design muscles. This Hammonton, NJ kitchen/laundry room remodel is one of those projects. While the practical changes are minor, their effect is major.
The new kitchen design calls for the removal of an existing pantry closet, soffits, and a linen closet in the laundry. These small alterations in the layout allow for an island and additional cabinetry in both the kitchen and laundry. There is also far more maneuverability for the homeowner. The homeowner’s choice of cabinetry, as well as the kitchen designer’s added details, makes this transformation spectacular.
The finish materials used are:
Conestoga’s®, Advantage Premium cabinets and trim.
Cambria Quartz® counter tops.
Kraus®, Undermount sink.
Kohler® K-6126-4 Double handle bridge faucet with a side spray.
An interesting ceramic tile backsplash with 4x16 metro field tiles with alternating rows of 4x16 daino gris deco tiles laid in a brick pattern.
The kitchen flooring is Bekham®, Maple...
-Some believe that 12” tiles are too large to use on the walls in bath and shower areas. I respectfully disagree. If you simply stagger the tiles in a brick pattern and choose an option with some color variation, you can really create a charming space without breaking the bank. The three most beneficial reasons for using this size tile are cost, minimizing grout lines and increased selections.
There are so many flavors in the 12x12 size option that you can really shop around if you are budget conscious. They are also incredibly easy to install. Your labor costs will be greatly reduced if you use the 12” tiles in a similar layout as shown. Naturally, you will have less grout lines in using a tile with a larger surface area and always remember to select something that is easy to maintain. Glass and mosaic tiles look great, but are a nightmare to keep clean.
Depending on the bathroom in your home, maybe...
