The Crowning Touch In The Kitchen: Range Hoods!

There is nothing in your house that has the ability to impress others quite like your kitchen. There is something about it, whether it be that that’s the place where your family gathers for meals, or it has the most traffic constantly going through it, or the amount and blend of appliances, cabinetry, and space that help make it a place where one can be “wowed” by the combination of so many different elements. This is why it is important in remodeling a house, that you do not neglect the kitchen.

The kitchen though can be the most difficult remodeling project. The number one reason for this is that it can be rather pricey to remodel a kitchen. By the time you tear everything out, you have so much to purchase. You have a washer, refrigerator, oven, range or stove top, cabinets, countertops, flooring, sink, etc. All of that can leave you feeling pretty thin in your wallet and you might neglect some important aspects.

It is true, you do not need to replace all of the above listed things, but in many remodels the whole kitchen is completely gutted and everything is upgraded all at once. Whether this is the case or not does not matter, what does matter though is that you do not neglect the crowing touch in the kitchen, the range hood.

Nothing quite shows elegance in a kitchen like the range hood. It’s purpose serves for many a more aesthetic purpose than even functional, but range hoods are very important. Range hoods come in a variety of shapes and sizes. They can be ordered or custom-made depending on your kitchen, style, and preference.

They can be covered with a wooden cabinetry, meant to accent your cabinets and other features, or they can be more modern, comprised mostly of a sleek steel look. They also can be above an island. An island range hood is something that is not seen very often, and will leave an impression on you as well as any guest that walks into your home.

The kitchen can be pricey to remodel, but do not neglect the crowing piece of the kitchen in forgetting to install a range hood. The overall feel of your kitchen will be greater if you sacrifice in small other areas, and purchase the range hood that best accents your kitchen style.

When you finally decide to remodel your kitchen, have fun with it! Imagine your dream and go for it. There are products and contractors out there to fit any budget. There is so much that goes into the planning of a new kitchen, but one of the pitfalls is people forget to plan and budget for the appropriate range. By acknowledging this at the beginning of the planning session, your kitchen dream can become a reality.

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How to Work With a Kitchen Designer

Whether your kitchen needs a minor face lift or a complete gut job, soliciting help from a certified kitchen designer can be well worth the investment. The rule of thumb: If a kitchen project costs more than a few hundred dollars, it may be time to call in a pro.

Not only do kitchen designers have access to planning tools and technology that most homeowners don't, but they have the inside scoop on trends, new materials, building codes and technical quirks. And their kitchen remodel expertise can save you a lot of time, money and frustration. Use our tips to help the process flow smoothly from start to finish.

If you're ready to make your dream kitchen a reality, hiring a pro can ease the process.

To inquire or request an appointment, please contact:

Debbie Evans 

Phone: 1-604-905-8796

Email: whistlerdesigner@gmail.com

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Sample Bright Color in the Kitchen

Many of the most popular kitchens these days are bathed in white, accented only by gray veins in elegant marble and a few glints of metal on appliances and hardware (see some stunning exampleshere). While such kitchens are dreamy, they may not be realistic for your lifestyle.

If you're craving some cheery color in your kitchen, take a look. There are many levels of commitment; here's how to give color a try in temporary ways followed by more permanent moves.

Try it out: This red island shows a semipermanent commitment to the hue. However, if a blue mood should strike the homeowner, it could be repainted without too much trouble.

Commit: These glossy red cabinets create a bold swath of color and a strong accent wall.

Spice up your kitchen with just a dash of bold hues, then you'll know if you're ready for the whole enchilada. More ideas found here.

Making Prefab Work for All

Architect and designer Michelle Kaufmann has always been interested in creating smarter ways for building and living. A respect for the earth and a craving for intelligent innovation is at the forefront of her impressive architectural career.

To many, the Oakland-based architect is considered to be the leader of the movement of prefabricated green homes in the United States. Kaufmann believes that today everyone wants to live an eco-friendly life — it's about whether or not the designs that are available make green living affordable and easy. In the United States' construction industry, this is one of the primary problems with prefabricated homes. Although many of these homes offer a greener lifestyle in the long run, their building cost is currently the same as a site-built home. For most consumers, there's no incentive to try a modular house.

Kaufmann believes that although there is a significant learning curve in prefab buildings today, the construction industry absolutely has the capability to create smart and innovative homes, as long as architects and factories learn to collaborate. Many of Kaufmann's custom prefabricated homes — such as this beautiful house in Santa Barbara, Calif. — are wonderful examples of the potential that prefab architecture has, and the way this industry can revolutionize green living. Read on for Kaufmann's insight on a topic that remains confusing for many consumers today.

This Santa Barbara home was built for an artistic couple who grew to be great friends of Kaufmann's through this project. Their main priority was building a green home, but prefab wasn't on the menu at first. As Kaufmann continued to work with the family and their vision for the house, a prefabricated home became the best possible way to make their must-haves happen.

Kaufmann designed a custom, three bedroom-plus-studio for the family, incorporating eco-friendly methods throughout the entire process. For example, rather than demolishing their original home the family opted to have the structure taken apart by hand, and as many pieces as possible were salvaged.

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