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A modern design trend sweeping the nation is adding unique accent pieces to your kitchen. Many people have a one-of-a-kind backsplash or mural that becomes a focal point in their kitchen. Well, another way home improvement designers are doing this today is by adding a splash of color where in years past you’d never expect it, smack dab in the center. Large Furniture Additions Incorporate furniture-like pieces into the kitchen remodeling design scheme, either with freestanding pieces or built-ins. Popular choices are hutches, pie safes, and buffets. Again, the furniture piece is purposefully painted a color that is different from the rest of the cabinets to make it stand out and become like a large piece of artwork. Adding details enhances this and architectural features such as corbels, mullioned doors, fancy feet, pilasters and arched door openings. When all the other cabinetry is wood, a large piece like this will … Continued

If there’s someone in your family that has a passion for cooking, then you may want to consider spicing up your kitchen by adding a few gourmet touches during your next kitchen remodeling project. Gourmet Kitchen Remodeling Lighting Lighting is essential when designing a kitchen remodel for serious chefs. Overall lighting for the room is important, but you’ll also want to add task lighting over work areas such as the island and stove. Under-cabinet lighting works great for this. Work Surfaces For people that cook a lot, adequate prep space is very important. Large kitchen islands and peninsulas are great for creating additional workspace. If you have decided you would like to build an island, consider using more high-end materials like granite, quartz, and stainless steel. Appliances Professional chefs will be the first to tell you that in addition to talent, having the right appliances in the kitchen is imperative. … Continued