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Tuxedo Kitchens<\/strong>\nTuxedo kitchen is a term that reflects not just a black and white design. \u00a0It references a multi-color block of cabinets and countertop colors. \u00a0The style is can be very simple, usually with white or lighter color on the top cabinets and a darker color such as black or dark gray on the bottom of the kitchen.<\/p>\n
Small accents can make or break this design. Using polished gold or silver for cabinet hardware and faucets can make your kitchen redesign pop! \u00a0Consider consistent finish on top and bottom cabinets – example “matte finish”<\/p>\n
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Wood Paneling<\/strong> While lighter colors seem to be the trend, weathered greys and brown can offer a rustic feel and mimic expensive reclaimed wood options. \u00a0Warm tones offer comfort and make the kitchen a natural social gathering place. \u00a0Using small amounts of wood to provide accents are the rule. \u00a0Don’t over do it.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you spend a lot of time in the kitchen – consider hiding appliances. \u00a0It gives the kitchen a clean and uncluttered and cozy look,<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Subway tiles are still popular but starting to be replaced with unique and eclectic patterned tiles. Funky, creative, handmade tiles are abundant and the costs are coming down. \u00a0There are so many options but the rule is to have fun and only pick tiles that you will enjoy looking at for the long term that tie your countertops and cabinetry together.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n A kitchen remodel is the singular most cost-effective room remodel if you are planning to sell your home in the near future. \u00a0It’s also a great investment if you are planning to stay for long term. \u00a0The ROI is generally 100% and can be much more if you plan properly. \u00a0The market is headed upward so a a full or…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[669],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/colonialkb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/2016-12-26_12-51-56.jpg\")
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\nWe are seeing reclaimed wood and or wood paneling as a big trend for 2017. \u00a0Today’s wood products are amazing and look like real or historic wood. \u00a0Rich colors, textures, shades and stains are can really add character and feeling to your new kitchen renovation. \u00a0It can be a great accent to any design – modern, country or whatever your design style.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/colonialkb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/2016-12-26_12-54-07.jpg\")
Hidden Appliances
\n<\/strong>A big trend for this year is to hide appliances – of any size. \u00a0Showing off a kitchen can be accomplished by building in or paneling. \u00a0 This can be expensive but the results are amazing. \u00a0Cabinetry can easily hide large appliances and built in appliances like coffee makers, microwaves, etc.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/colonialkb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/2016-12-26_12-55-23.jpg\")
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Automation
\n<\/strong>The world seems to be going crazy when it comes to automation but simple things like touchless or touch only faucets are pretty convenient affordable and they work great.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"