Archive | September 2011
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Lenticchie, an Italian lentil stew
An Italian tradition is to serve Lenticche at midnight on New Year’s Eve, to bring good fortune and hope that you will not want for cash in the following year. The lentils symbolize little coins. Italian dishes tend to be seasonal, so this is an obvious choice for late fall/early winter. My sister Cheri was […]
Office Remodel: behind the scenes
Our office building is a converted 1890′s brick Victorian home, in the historic Brewery District/German Village area of Columbus, Ohio. The showroom is on the first floor, and our office space is on the second. The attic & basement are strictly for storage, and have never been finished (the basement wigs me out a bit, […]
Standout Design Trends in 2011 From the NKBA (4 of 10)
FREESTANDING AND ANGLED TUBS Design by: Susan J. Klimala, CKD The Kitchen Studio of Glen Ellyn Glen Ellyn, IL Photo: Carlos Vergara Photography Large freestanding tubs are taking front and center in bathroom design, and in this master bath retreat, the tub is centered and visible through French doors leading to […]
Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili with Honey Corn Bread Muffins
Happy Fall, one and all! The foliage is turning (started here 3 or 4 weeks ago). There’s a definite nip in the evening air, and the haunted houses/mazes are gearing up for the season. Fall makes me think of warm & cozy nights with a hot bowl of soup or chili. I follow a GREAT blog, Good […]
Standout Design Trends in 2011 From the NKBA (3 of 10)
THE ATTRIBUTES OF GLASS Design by: Kirsti Wolfe Kirsti Wolfe Designs Bend, OR Photo: Paula Watts Photography The National Kitchen & Bath Association is seeing glass shining and glimmering throughout kitchen and bath designs this year. Lighted panels of Mica art glass incorporated into the design of the volcanic stainless […]
Standout Design Trends in 2011 From the NKBA (2 of 10)
TACTILE APPEAL THROUGH TEXTURES Design by: Aimee Nemeckay Susan Fredman Design Group Chicago, IL Photo: Nick Novelli, Novelli Photodesign The use of actual and implied texture offers a tactile and visual feast. Lines, colors, and patterns can act as either a point of interest in a given space or a mellow […]
TV show recently aired
Recently, the BBN Journal filmed and aired a show with Kitchen Kraft. Designer Jim Deen was interviewed with client Brenda Bell, talking about her whole house remodel and some key things to think about when deciding on a renovation. Check it out! http://youtu.be/Nt5XCnqNiRQ
FREE Half Bath Remodel!
Last year we ran a FREE Half Bath promotion. As it was such a huge success, we decided to offer it again. When a client signs a contract for a full kitchen or full bath remodel between September 9 and December 31st, 2011, a FREE half bath remodel will be included. Labor and products are […]
Standout Design Trends in 2011 From the NKBA (1 of 10)
The National Kitchen & Bath Association reveals the latest in kitchen and bath design HACKETTSTOWN, NJ (May 17, 2011) – The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) reveals the latest standout design trends culled from the 2011 NKBA Design Competition. Representing what’s currently fresh and forward-thinking in kitchen and bath design, distinct visual elements and […]
Cilantro-Lime Chicken Fajitas
There’s just something about fajitas… You’ve just been seated at an American fare-type restaurant. Menu in hand, you’re trying to decide what sounds good… then a server walks by with a fajita platter. The sound of the juices sizzling on the hot cast iron platter, plus the aroma of marinated chicken, onions and peppers wafting all around you, make your meal decision […]
