Design Trends: Herringbone
Herringbone is an enduring pattern that designers and homeowners have recently fallen in love with all over again. What makes this classic so trendy? Well, for starters, the zig-zag lines can be colorful and playful in a more modern space, or clean and sophisticated in a traditional one. Some designers are getting especially bold by...
Get The Look: Color Me Kelly
“Going green” with home design is a priority for many people these days. The kitchen is a great place to start, and there are so many versatile options to help you create the kitchen of your dreams, while still maintaining your environmental consciousness, from water-saving faucets to sinks made completely from recycled copper. But how...
Going Green: Stylish Eco-Friendly Kitchens
A big part of designing an eco-friendly space is about being faithful to the old adage: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. But does this mean you have to know how to build a kitchen table using scrap wood from the local lumber yard? Certainly not. (Although if you’ve got the talent for that–swoon!) And let’s face it,...
Refresh and Renew: Quick Updates for your Bathroom
It seems everyone started the year planning to whip their home into shape. And whether you’ve done all you set out to accomplish or not, if you’re anything like us, organizing fatigue is starting to set in. Give your clutter-clearing a boost by starting on the fun stuff–the decor! It takes very little to dress...
Get The Look: An Eclectic Gentleman’s Retreat
We’re in love with this dramatic New York bathroom, spotted in Lonny Magazine. It’s proof that a bathroom can have a sophisticated and masculine vibe without being stuffy or boring. The owners used glossy black walls, vintage-inspired fixtures, and colorful accessories to create a unique space ideal for a gentleman’s retreat.
Design Trends: Sweet Honeycomb Tile Patterns
Spring has finally arrived, and we have spotted the season’s sweetest design trend. Honeycomb patterns are popping up everywhere on the runway and in interiors. The home of the bumblebee is the inspiration for spring’s sweetest dresses, pillows, lighting fixtures–even earrings and table decor.
Straight From Brooklyn: Kitchen and Bath Roundup
What comes to mind when someone mentions Brooklyn these days? The Nets? Jay-Z? Pizza? Maybe that really old bridge packed with tourists and joggers. But for the last few years, it’s the art, design, and architecture of Brooklyn that’s starting to become synonymous with its name. Ask a Brooklynite. You’ll likely hear them rave about...
Spotlight: Rohl Shaws Original Fireclay Farmhouse Sinks
The kitchen may be the heart of the home, but it’s the sink that handles most of the daily chores. A perfect sink is one that works well and withstands years of use, while still remaining stylish and beautiful. Farmhouse style sinks–also known as apron-front sinks–are highly functional, versatile and a great option for anyone...
Pantone Color Trend 2013: Extracts Palette
In addition to naming Emerald Green the color of the year, Pantone has forecasted color trends that will be widely used in interiors this year. One of our favorites is the culinary inspired Extracts Palette, which combines spicy orange tones with a refreshing shade of green. The organic color scheme is serene with some unexpected...
What’s Hot in the Kitchen: Trends to Watch For In 2013
Every year designers and contractors weigh in on the top trends for kitchen design. Whether you are planning to remodel or just add a few simple updates, we’ve highlighted some of our favorite key trends that will help get you inspired!
Spotlight: Axel Vanity by Luxe Bath Works
Lately we’ve been obsessed with room designs that are embellished with dramatic touches. From modern elegance in the kitchen to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood Regency powder rooms, there’s something exciting about adding glam to a room, even if it’s just a few small details. We have a new line of products from Luxe...
Design Trends: Hitting the Nail on the Head!
At the beginning of each year, designers all over the world put in their two cents on what’s in and what’s out. In recent years, the use of nail heads as decorative trim has gained popularity, going beyond the ordinary applications on sofas and chairs. We’re glad to see that in 2013, it looks like...
