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Forget Perfection: X Tips for a Wabi-Sabi Kitchen

The Japanese philosophy of Wabi-Sabi celebrates the beauty found in imperfection, promoting harmony and tranquility by appreciating the simple, unpretentious, and aged. This concept, deeply embedded in Zen Buddhism, encourages us to embrace the authentic essence of our homes—making it a perfect approach for kitchen design. Today, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of South Charlotte, guides you through adopting this aesthetic to create a kitchen space that values simplicity, functionality, and[...]

How to Make Maximalism Work in Your Kitchen

Homeowners are embracing the bold transformation of a maximalist kitchen remodel, with its vibrant colors, striking patterns, and diverse textures. This expressive departure from minimalist trends invites creativity and individuality, allowing you to design a kitchen that reflects your unique style while maintaining everyday functionality. Here are several ways to make maximalism work for you in creating a kitchen that's as stunning as it is practical. (more…)

What Designers Want You to Know Before Planning a Kitchen Remodel

Expert designers will take note of the best accents, materials and style that will bring out the best in your home before they even begin breaking ground. With careful planning, you can also design and achieve your ideal kitchen design during your remodel. Learn how in today's post from kitchen quote experts at DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of South Charlotte. (more…)

Should You Hire a Kitchen Designer?

Renovating your kitchen is a rewarding journey that allows you to transform one of the most important spaces in your home into something that's both functional and beautiful. However, with the multitude of decisions involved, it can quickly become overwhelming. So, should you hire a kitchen designer? DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of South Charlotte, the leading kitchen remodeler in the area, takes a look at how a professional kitchen designer can help[...]

How to Design the Perfect Breakfast Bar

Creating the perfect breakfast bar for your home remodel requires careful planning, creativity, and an understanding of how it can enhance your kitchen. This post will guide you in designing a breakfast bar that suits your home's style and functional needs. (more…)

Kitchen Cabinets or Open Shelves?

Upper cabinets or not? How about open shelves? Or what about nothing at all? Let’s take a quick look at the options. Upper Cabinets Pros: Upper cabinets can do a lot to conceal unorganized dishes and kitchenware. If you haven’t got the time nor inclination to keep your wares in order, this is most likely the way to go. With cabinetry, your kitchen can be made to look clean and[...]

How Big Should Kitchen Countertops Be?

Kitchen remodeling contractors all agree that planning a kitchen involves a lot of thought — particularly when it comes to ensuring proper measurements to provide sufficient workspace. Guidelines developed by the National Kitchen and Bath Association offer a few suggestions as a solution to this dilemma. Sizing Countertops At least 158 inches is considered by the NKBA to be just the right amount of countertop frontage to allow for unhampered food[...]

How to Be a Good Neighbor During a Remodel

Any renovation or remodel project will impact your life. Be it a kitchen remodel, bedroom renovation or room addition, it’s likely to improve your home’s comfort, functionality, efficiency and overall value. To get to that point, you will have to endure some minor inconveniences, and it’s not just you who will be affected by all the noise and dust—your neighbors will too. And unlike you, they won’t benefit from any of the[...]

Designing Kitchens for Function Over Form

After the era of the show kitchen, it seems functionality won over. In a recent poll conducted by Sub-Zero and Wolf, suppliers of premium refrigeration, wine preservation and cooking equipment, three out of four kitchen design professionals completed more projects for function over form. They focus more on creating a design that fits into the clients’ living and cooking styles rather than designing a “show kitchen.” The group selected to[...]

Single-Walled Kitchen Tips

Single-walled kitchens come into play in small homes or apartments and open-plan kitchens. Here are a few tips in making the most of your single-walled kitchen. Embrace a Sociable Layout: The Single-Wall Kitchen is the epitome of a social layout. There are no added walls, which opens up the space for entertaining. Although a single-wall kitchen allows one person to cook at a time, it still allows others to access[...]

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