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  • Looking at Tile and Finish Options for Your Home? Consider These Trends

    The recent 2105 International Builders Show introduced builders to three hot new trends in home design that are perfect for those finishing details on a new home. These three trends were showcased for their innovative design quality and the ability to stand the test of time.

    • Graphic patterns: Bold patterns in flooring stand out against classic design. If you opt for a large pattern on the floor make sure the rest of the design in the room is nuanced and restrained. Consider a graphic pattern in a bold color set against white kitchen cabinets and neutral walls.
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    Traditional Kitchen by Denver Interior Designers & Decorators Debra Toney, AIA Assoc. via Houzz
    • Lack of pattern: Designing a space without a visible pattern is an excellent way to create a sleek, modern design. Not adding a pattern to the room also allows you greater choices in the room’s color palette.
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    Victorian Bathroom via Houzz
    • Colored ceilings: Painting the ceiling a contrasting color to the rest of the room is a simple way to draw the eye upward and create visual interest. Make sure the ceiling fits into the overall color palette of the room.
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    Traditional Dining Room by Minneapolis Interior Designers & Decorators Twist Interior Design via Houzz

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  • At Your Service: Ideas for the Perfect Butler’s Pantry 

    A butler’s pantry, originally used to plate meals and store silver, is a tradition from the 1800s that has enjoyed a revival in recent years. Usually positioned between the kitchen and dining room, a butler’s pantry is a wonderful custom element for people who love to entertain at home. While butler’s pantries from the 19th…

  • 2016 Trend: Cutting-Edge Home Automation System

    Do you have a cutting-edge home automation system in your home? Smart homes used to be thought of as something of a frill to many. Today, these electronic systems enhance the way we live in a simple yet revolutionary way bringing elegance, simplicity, convenience, flexibility, security and sensibility to our lives. A strategically and well-planned…

  • Escape the Elements: Cold Climate Home Design Ideas

    Another New England winter is upon us and while we may pride ourselves on our hardy natures, it’s still smart to do whatever we can to design our homes with ample comfort and protection from the elements. Here are a few home design ideas to make your home a safe and sturdy haven during the winter…

  • Design Pros Call it – Hottest Appliance: Convection Steam Ovens

    Sub-Zero and Wolf revealed the results of their 2016 Kitchen Design Forecast at “Design Pros Call It.” Below are key findings from their poll: Open floor plans are still in demand. Formal dining rooms are a thing of the past. White is still the most popular color in the kitchen while new neutrals and accent…