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Kitchen Countertop Options

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With so many options, which material do you choose and what’s the environmental impact of your decision?  Hopefully, this guide will give you enough information to make the best decision for your needs. Butcher Block – Individual pieces of wood are bonded together to make a work and cutting surface.  It is easy to sand … Read More

Care & Maintenance: Stone Counter Tops

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In most cases, stone counter tops are not very easy to repair. To avoid having problem with your stone material, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s guidelines to prevent any permanent damage. Your stone countertops are very easy to clean. A mild detergent (soapy water) will keep your stone looking beautiful for a long time.  Avoid household … Read More

Accessible Kitchen Design

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Continuing on our posts dedicated to our disabled Olympic athletes, today’s post covers kitchen design.  Similar to accessible bathroom design, the three main considerations in barrier-free kitchen design are: wheelchair mobility, work space comfort, and accessibility to cabinets and storage spaces. When planning a kitchen for a wheelchair use, make sure you know the measurements … Read More

Efficient Kitchen Design

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The kitchen is generally the most used room in any house and traffic flow should be at the top of your priority list in designing a kitchen that is not only efficient but also safe for all users.  Poorly designed kitchens restrict traffic flow making it difficult for more than two people to use at … Read More

Holmes on Homes – Before & After

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Two of our projects have been recognized in Holmes on Homes magazine.  The first, designed by Susan Allison, http://www.holmesmagazine.com/beforeafter1.html; and the second, designed by Kelly Schmidt, http://www.holmesmagazine.com/beforeafter2.html. Kitchen Before & After by Susan Allison: Bathroom Before & After by Kelly Schmidt: