Decorative kitchen hardware can make or break a custom kitchen. First off, the proper style of hardware must be chosen. If it’s a custom contemporary kitchen, the hardware will need to be clean and sleek. If it’s a custom traditional kitchen, the hardware will likely need to be more decorative and have some movement. One needs to be cautious about choosing the right size pieces and not overwhelm the cabinetry. The hardware for any custom kitchen should be there to compliment the look of the kitchen, not be the “star” of the kitchen design.
Times have changed and so has Kitchen Design. We are living longer and healthier lives and many of us want to live independently in the homes and locations we are used to. In order to stay in our homes, we must make sure that our homes are safe and accommodate the needs of an aging individual or couple. What should “Aging in Place” design accomplish? SAFETY – We need to eliminate the possibility of falling. If an elderly person falls, it can easily result in broken bones, hospital stays and even infection or possibly death. Area rugs are easy to…
I am often asked if lacquered (painted) cabinetry will hold up over time. Will it last as long as stained wood cabinetry or plastic laminate (Formica) cabinetry. The answer is “yes, no and maybe”. Regardless of the type of finish, the most important consideration is the quality of the cabinetry. High quality cabinetry is going to last longer than low quality products. How well the cabinetry is maintained by the owner is another important factor. Some of my clients are worried that painted cabinetry will chip or discolor. I have a 20 year old kitchen which has both maple wood…
Unlike most kitchen cabinet companies which limit size and configurations, our kitchen cabinets are truly custom. We provide kitchen cabinets in any size, configuration, style, color, species and finish. Our designs are based on the specific shape and size of your kitchen and how you want it to look and work. Many kitchen components are subject to fads and fashion – here are some of the hot trends that we saw throughout 2017. Light and Simple Cabinets in shades of White or off-white are endearing and versatile. This style has been known to be in cottage style homes, traditional…
Project Title: Contemporary Longboat Penthouse Description:This kitchen cabinetry is a stunning combination of cool, white paint and warm, beautiful Cumaru veneers. Great attention was given to keep all components aligned with each other giving a clean contemporary feel. The SubZero refrigerator features Cumaru paneling that is completely flush with the cabinetry as is the paneling on the Bosch dishwasher. The Wolf ovens are “recessed” into the face of the oven cabinet, keeping the ovens flush with the cabinet faces. All of the base cabinetry is finished in the Cumaru veneers, including the back side of the island which gives the…
Project Title: Wavy Walnut Delight Description:This classic contemporary Artcraft kitchen features flush doors and drawers in Benjamin Moore “Classic Gray” paint in a satin finish with “Newport” Cambria counter tops. What sets this Longboat Key kitchen apart is the application of the “Wavy Walnut” doors and cabinet side panels, all in matching grain. The Built-In refrigerator and freezer are by Thermador as is the gas cook top and dishwasher. The ventilator, built into the cabinetry, is by Faber. The Walnut Banquette is custom made by Eurotech Cabinetry and stained to match the “wavy walnut” doors and panels. Style: Contemporary Cost:…
Project Title: Lido Key Penthouse Master Bath Designed By: Eric Asher Photographer: Tom Harper Photography Description: This clean, white bathroom features cabinetry by Artcraft Kitchens. The door style is a 1” thick “Shaker” in “Super White” paint in a “satin” finish. The counter tops are Honed “Thassos” Marble with a mitred 2” edge. Style: Contemporary/Transitional Cost: $70,000 Products:“Thassos” Marble, Artcraft Kitchens
Project Title: Lido Key Penthouse Guest Bath Designed By: Eric Asher Photographer: Tom Harper Photography Description: This clean, white bathroom features cabinetry by Artcraft Kitchens. The door style is a 1” thick “Shaker” in “Super White” paint in a “satin” finish. The counter tops are Honed “Thassos” Marble with a mitred 2” edge. Style: Contemporary/Transitional Cost: $40,000 Products:“Thassos” Marble, Artcraft Kitchens
Project Title: Lido Key Penthouse Study Designed By: Eric Asher Photographer: Tom Harper Photography Description: This Study features custom cabinetry by Eurotech Cabinetry, Inc. in a 1” thick raised panel door in a custom stained and cerused finish on White Oak. The counter tops and wall paneling are the same finish on White Oak veneers with a solid White Oak edge. Style: Traditional Cost: $50,000 Layout: “U” Shaped Products:Eurotech Cabinetry, Inc.