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Integrating Tech Into Kitchen Design
Rapid advances in home technology are changing the way designers think about kitchen design and the expectations of their client base. This is especially the case concerning Millennials — the ones driving the integration of technology and…
6 Popular Backsplash Trends
Sometimes overlooked in renovations, the backsplash is a key detail in kitchen décor. When properly matched with cabinets, countertops, and accessories, it sets the tone and mood of the central room of the home. The backsplash is practical…
Return On Design Investment: Quality Of Life
Ask your client if they’re excited to go to the office, if their workspace inspires them, if the environment supports the staff in their effectiveness in their jobs. We don’t always relate our built environment to our state of well-being,…
Coaching Customers To The Perfect Countertop
Over the years, countertops have evolved from simple surfaces to functional design elements with contemporary fittings, storage, sinks, and even designated seating areas. When working with a customer to design their perfect kitchen, there…
The Importance of Lighting Design
Lighting is an intangible yet integral part of every design — and most people don’t understand it. Integrating the right light in the right ways can take a good design and make it great or make a great design spectacular. Conversely, a poor…
Hospital Furniture Market – Forecast and Analysis
The hospital furniture market share is expected to increase by USD 5.74 billion from 2021 to 2026, and the market’s growth momentum will accelerate at a CAGR of 6.78%, according to a report from Technavio.
Six New Trending Colors for Spring
Uniboard’s six new colors available in Supermat finish will flawlessly complement various projects and add a touch of colour for a modern and trendy look. Customers may be hesitant to incorporate an unconventional solid color into their…
Rethinking Kitchen Storage in the Post-Covid Home
No matter how large a home is, you can never have enough storage, especially in the kitchen, which now doubles as an office for 20% of homeowners, according to a recent trends study by the leading platform for home renovation and design,…
Kitchen Cabinet Market Trends Report
The kitchen cabinets market is estimated to be valued at over USD 160 billion in 2025, and it is projected to register a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6% in the forecast period. This data comes from the Kitchen Cabinets Market -…
Slim Shaker Cabinets Are A Staple
When the slim shaker cabinet door came on the scene, no one could have anticipated the growth and demand. Superior Cabinets got an early start with the slim shaker door and first launched an MDF version in 2018 called the Darby door. It…
Consumers Craving Eco-Conscious Materials for Kitchen Cabinets
Home design trends are constantly changing, but the ongoing pandemic has influenced how we view our spaces, unlike ever before. People have gone from having to be home because of government stay-at-home orders and employer policies to…
Designer Tips For “Destination” Office Designs
One of the pandemic’s most significant impacts has been how it forced us to rethink the role of the traditional office workplace. The crisis has created the need to transform our workspace environments to support remote work, social…
Wood Outshines Paint and Wallpaper as Decorative Accent
Paint and wallpaper have long been used to create an accent wall as a focal point in a room due to their relatively low cost. However, wood is making a comeback for homeowners looking to make more of a commitment. And I’m not talking about…
Forest to Factory: A Modern Wood Design Education
The media is awash with wood buildings and wood industry updates. Our collective attention is focused on the innovation and creativity that delivers larger and taller wood buildings worldwide. Powerful words are being used to describe what…
New Buzzword For Design: Sourcing
The vast majority of those using new brands, 64%, are doing so because of better lead times and availability. Only 15% are switching for more favorable pricing and 13% because clients requested it.
Math Prof Builds Cedar Chapel by the Salish Sea
Five feet from the shore of the Salish Sea in British Columbia stands a majestic cedar chapel artfully crafted from locally salvaged dead cedar trees. The exercise in geometry combines the architectural features of a Norwegian stave church…
Work Zones vs. Kitchen Triangles
Ever since the invention of the refrigerator, most domestic kitchens have been designed in a triangular format. The kitchen triangle is typically three clear sides with necessary appliances—the fridge, the oven, and the sink. The idea was…