Spring into a new kitchen design or just add some new touch ups to your kitchen.  Spring is a great time to make some simple changes to brighten up your area.  Maybe replace that countertop and then repaint with a lighter color to get that new fresh clean look.   Or maybe Springtime is that time to rethink knocking that wall down to make your area bigger- time to replace those cabinets and countertop.  

Nice crisp white cabinets with a darker tone granite countertop will make your kitchen pop with excitement!  Then add a lighter color that is in your granite countertop to the walls.   Wow! The nice Spring feel you will achieve.  Add some bright colorful flowers in a vase and the color will explode with sunshine and happiness! 

I'm seeing lighter grey cabinets are in at this time if you are looking to maybe add come color to your cabinets.   We have some great countertops, granite and quartz, that look amazing with grey cabinets.  Maybe you are not brave enough to do a color on your cabinets- afraid the trend may go away soon- Then go with wood but add that color to your walls or your countertop.   

Spring/Summer is a perfect time to do some updates to your kitchen because all this will put your kitchen out of business for a few weeks!  Good time to grill- or make simpler dinners!   

Some Spring touch-ups or changes always makes me feel ready for the sunshine and changes my mood!

Here's to productive Spring Kitchen Clean up!  

   

'Fall" in love with your kitchen

 Fall is a great time to "fall" in love with your kitchen again.  You can add small touch ups or go bigger.  

Fall time is a great time of the year to create a warm and welcoming vibe to you kitchen area.  Maybe you don't need new cabinets at this time- You can start by just changing your hardware on your cabinets- change them to handles and pulls.  This will add a difference to the look.  Add a fresh coat of paint on your walls- a trending color would freshen up that warm and welcoming feel.  Don't have a back splash ?  Add one that would change your feel/ look of your kitchen.  Adding new sink would clean up that look a lot.  

Or maybe your ready to Fall in Love in a bigger way- knock down a wall to make your space bigger - add cabinets or just space.  A new floor would enhance your look of your cabinets, too.

Don't forget the little things- add some fall decor to your kitchen.  Make a coffee/hot chocolate bar, add gourds in a bowl, fall signs for the wall or countertops.  

                                   This Fall - "Fall" in love with your kitchen again! 

BRING THAT OCEAN SUNSHINE TO YOUR KITCHEN

                              Keep that sunshine  of the ocean/beach all year long!!!!

Looking to spruce up your Kitchen or Bathroom to a HAPPY feel.  Think of doing an Ocean/Beach theme,.  So many ways you can brighten up your space to give off this feeling.  Start with hardwood floor / or a light marble flooring to create a sandy beach look.  A coastal decorating style relies on natural light.  But if you do not get a lot of natural light you can still have this look.

The colors you choose should be airy and bright- 

WHITE  would reflex the light-

BLUE   will add the depth of the ocean. 

YELLOW  -( adding tones of yellow) brings the sun in.

BEIGE   (adding light beige) would add a sandy look.

White or very light wood for cabinets would keep in a sunny ocean feel.  

For your countertops granite or quartz would give your kitchen that final clean fresh ocean/beach look - it will tie everything together - keep it light in color !!

Spring has Sprung!

Spring has Sprung!

Get ready to spruce up your kitchen.  Is it time to rethink redoing your kitchen? Think color...  We have some great colors that can go well with a new beginning for your kitchen.  Looking for a something that will make your kitchen pop.

Try GREY.....  grey cabinets help give that classic and elegant look. But often times grey can feel cold and not so welcoming.  But I have some great ideas to add cheerfulness and welcoming mood to your GREY kitchen.  

You can add different shades of GREY as well.  

The key is to pair it with warm materials such as wood and with bold accent colors such as YELLOW,

RED, or ORANGE to squeeze out some cheerfulness in the kitchen- 

Let's work together to see how we can " Spring " up your kitchen!

Got the winter "BLUES"?

Hoping to create a peaceful, soothing vibe in your kitchen?  Incorporating elements of "BLUE" can have a calming & relaxing effect on your psyche, that gives us peace and makes us feel confident and secure!  

The color BLUE is known to impact your mind and mood positively.  BLUE is commonly associated with the sky and the ocean which further highlights its soothing essence.

Looking to break the popular white or gray kitchens?  You'll love what a little BLUE can do !

Afraid to jump into the deep end with BLUE in your kitchen....try just dipping in your toe.  A beautiful BLUE island can add that pop of color you've been looking for.  This Navy Island feels rich paired with a faux marble quartz countertop.

Or how about adding some BLUE to your floors and backsplash?

Blue cabinets in the kitchen look BLUE-tiful with brass/gold and yellow accents.

Even HGTV's Dream Home Kitchen has the "BLUES"!

With so many hues of BLUE to choose from, there's a shade out there just waiting for you !

Let us know how you incorporated BLUE into your kitchen.

Deck the Halls.... Kitchen & Baths too !

In a year like 2020 we all need a little extra Holiday Cheer & Happiness!

After you've climbed the ladders to decorate outside, the tree is trimmed, and the stockings are hung by the fire with care, make sure to add a dash of holiday charm to the hub of your house - the Kitchen.

The Kitchen is the heart of your home where hopefully you'll be spending a lot of time this Holiday season perhaps baking Christmas goodies or catching up with loved ones even if it is on Zoom, so why not make it a little Merrier and Brighter !

Carve out a little countertop space and set up a warm beverage station with coffee, tea, hot chocolate or other beverages of choice. Set out a tray of festive mugs and make a warm inviting place for everyone to help themselves.

While you're at it....set out a bowl or two of everyone's favorite Holiday treats!

Add a little fresh greenery to bring that Christmas Tree smell into the kitchen.  Hang some garland with pinecones and lights or small holiday decorations over your windows.  You can also hang some wreaths from your cabinets or windows too.

And don't forget your kitchen table!  Put out your best Holiday linens, candles, and proudly display your homemade Gingerbread House as a whimsical centerpiece!

Get creative and leave us a comment on what special way you decorated your kitchen or bath this year.  

HAPPY HOLIDAYS from Kitchen Concepts - enjoy  😊🎁

Road Trip?? Your Wish is Granted...or should we say Granite !!

Can you feel the excitement?  

You finally decided to give your kitchen a much needed makeover.  

You've decided on beautiful new cabinetry and complimentary flooring and now it is time to choose a countertop.  You like a few granite (or quartz) samples that were in your kitchen designer's showroom, but they don't really give you the full picture of what your countertop will look like.

Why not take a road trip to a nearby granite warehouse and pick out your own slab !

There is something magical about walking around a granite warehouse, looking at all the different slabs with their unique colors, patterns & veining.

Granite (and Quartz) feature amazing patterns and you can decide which area of the slab you want to show more (or less) of.  Professionals will guide you to minimize waste and showcase the best parts of your stone.

Here are a few tips to make your trip a successful one !

Remember to bring samples and measurements.  You'll want to bring a cabinet door sample (or a drawer), a sample of your flooring and maybe your paint samples if possible to help you decide which slab will pull everything all together to complete your beautiful new look.  It may also be helpful to know the size and shape of your sink and where the faucet should go.  Again, there are professionals on hand to help and guide you during your visit.

Indoor vs Outdoor slab yards.  Lighting makes a difference !  

If you visit an indoor warehouse, the weather and time of day won't affect your visit.  However, warehouse indoor lighting could distort the color of the stone.  If you fall in love with a particular stone, it may be a good idea to get sample of it and bring it home to see how it looks in your kitchen.

When visiting an outdoor warehouse be sure to go on a cloudy day.  However it is important not to go on a cloudy day after it has rained.  Natural stone is porous and will absorb water making the stone appear darker than it actually is.  Conversely, visiting on a sunny day may wash out the colors and natural patterns in the stone.  Again, a good idea if you find a stone that you like is to bring home a sample and see how it looks in your house.

Lastly, if you find a stone (or two) that you like put it on hold!  Putting a slab on hold will insure the particular stone you picked will be available when you are ready to complete your project.

So go for a road trip and have fun looking for that perfect stone. 

It may seem a little overwhelming but well worth the trip !