The Design Matters Blog
Advice On New Home Design And Construction, Kitchen And Bath Remodeling, And Living Space Renovation.
How Much Does a Kitchen Remodel Cost?
Kitchen remodels are the most requested home upgrades. Learn how much a kitchen remodeling project will cost.
Design Matters | Wood Countertops
Butcher-block countertops are making a comeback inside today’s kitchens. After years of counters made of natural stone and engineered materials, homeowners are now being drawn to the natural warmth and texture of wooden countertops.
Design Matters | Copper Sinks
Copper has a long history in the kitchen; it has been used as a material for kitchen sinks and cookware for centuries. As a result, its advantages and disadvantage are well established and agreed upon.
Design Matters | Wine Storage for Everyone
Creating a wine storage area can be a great addition to a oenophile's home. Like any remodeling project, they can be over-the-top affairs or practical solutions for storing wine.
Design Matters | Latest Project
Check out our latest project, a creative kitchen remodel located in Ann Arbor. The goal of this project was to transform a functional kitchen into a beautiful space that is well suited for entertaining.
Design Matters | Microwave Drawers
Microwave drawers are a more accessible, less noticeable, and more space efficient than their counter top based cousins. They are growing in popularity and are an essential appliance for any kitchen remodel.
Design Matters | Pendant Lighting
Choosing lighting fixtures for a room can be a daunting task. With the huge amount of available options, it is difficult to even decide on a direction for lighting.
Design Matters | Countertop Choices
While granite gets most of the attention these days, there are many great choices for counter tops. They make up a big portion of the overall look of the kitchen, and they all have their own pros and cons.
Design Matters | Add Color to Your Kitchen
Homeowners tend to shy away from high-impact colors when designing or renovating kitchens, since it's best to have a timeless design and not intimidate potential buyers when selling.
Design Matters | Latest Kitchen Remodel
Our clients for this project wanted to transform their cramped kitchen into a space that would be as comfortable for two people as it would be for twenty.
Design Matters | Classic Contemporary Kitchen
This project by Joane Hudson Associates in Philadelphia just caught our eye.
Design Matters | Modern Kitchen
In this small, modern kitchen, the exhaust vent leading out the wall is exposed. We like that detail as well as the stainless steel countertops.