Elements of Kitchen Island Design

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  Fads come and go and trends change, but some kitchen additions stand the test of time. Kitchen islands are one such design essential. According to a survey by the National Association of Home Builders, more than 70% of buyers want an island in their kitchen, and of those, 50% consider it a must-have. A […]

Choosing a Vanity & Sink for Your Master Bathroom Reno Project

Of every fixture and piece of furniture that you place in your bathroom, the vanity and sink are probably the most crucial. These fixtures can impact your comfort and overall satisfaction with your bathroom, so it’s important to consider a variety of designs and styles. Size, materials, color, height and shape can all have an impact […]

13 Kitchen and Bath Design Trends from Industry Pros

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Every year, the National Association of Home Builders and the National Kitchen and Bath Association team up to bring industry professionals, like our company, a top-notch tradeshow. Over 100,000 builders, remodelers and design professionals from across the global come together for a three-day event, Design and Construction Week™ new products are available to see, and […]

Laundry Room Design

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Laundry rooms are getting a lot of attention and for good reason. For starters, on average, women spend 17 minutes a day on laundry – that’s nearly 2 hours a week! Laundry ranks third in household chores, just behind interior cleaning and cooking. Secondly, laundry rooms are one of the top renovation spends, according to […]

Master Bathroom Design Trends

We are often looking for new inspiration: new ways to organize, new ways to become healthy and new ideas for the home. Top renovations continue to be kitchens, living rooms and the master bathroom, and it is here where homeowners are seeking to personalize this space to match their needs and style. We’ve organized a […]

The Rising Costs of New Home Construction Materials

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    The costs of materials used in new home construction are rising, thanks to a few key factors including U.S. tariffs, Canadian rail delays and hurricane rebuilding efforts. Let’s take a closer look at each of those factors. Lumber tariffs from Canada In November 2017, a 20.83% tariff on shipments of softwood lumber from […]