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MOODBOARDS

While navigating the design world it’s inevitable to come across various types of mood boards, but what are they? Moodboards are a compilation of finishes that compliment each other to help visualize how cohesive the materials will be together. Whether they’re digital or physically displayed before clientele; moodboards are imperative in the design process that

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BRASS HARDWARE

Throughout the past couple of years we’ve been noticing here at Andersonville Kitchen & Bath that brass hardware is becoming more sought after for kitchen and bathroom remodels; adding a touch of opulence to the newly designed space. This metal is also starting to expand from hardware to plumbing fixtures and appliances. From contemporary styling

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TREND ALERT: DARK CABINETRY

Everyone has heard and seen the timeless style of an all white kitchen; the cabinetry and countertops a pristine bright color that opens up the room and continues to be a mainstay in traditional and contemporary styles alike. Recently, newer and bolder hues have been dominating designs in the kitchen and bathroom design world. Rich

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WHAT ARE RENDERS ANYWAY?

In the early stages of kitchen and bathroom design the term “render” tends to get thrown around quite a bit. But what are these and how are they helpful in helping to create a design vision? Here is where the term will be explained. Renders are computer generated images that are created in a design

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SEMI PRECIOUS STONE SURFACES

With quartz all the rage in recent years; and continuing to trend, it’s worthwhile to take a look at another surface option available on the market that creates a statement within a newly designed space. Semi-precious stone surfaces are hand cut and bonded in slab form in order to create a product that can be

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TWO TONED COMBINATIONS

While the timelessness of an all white kitchen is still popular in the kitchen design world, a new style has been stealing the spotlight in recent years. Utilizing a two tone combination in various ways to help create a more in depth and rich look for a newly remodeled space has become more in demand.

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TREND ALERT: DARK COUNTERTOPS

Every so often countertop brands will create new colors based on the latest trends with a nod to timelessness. Instead of the traditional white, marble like or solid color; dark, rich and dramatic hues are starting to steal the countertop spot light.   These dark colors come with a considerable edge in the world of

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CABINETRY 101: WOOD SPECIES

Wood species for cabinetry is one of the most mulled over decisions in the kitchen remodeling process. Rightly so, with all of the different wood species and finish options the right one for a new space can be daunting. Wood species can ultimately affect the final result of the chosen paint or stain. Discussed here

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VARYING COUNTERTOP THICKNESS

The kitchen design is done, finishes have been selected and the surface material has been chosen. Now the questions stands; at what thickness should a new countertop surface be? When it comes to quartz surfaces; the standard thickness is three centimeters in order to accomodate the everyday use of a common countertop surface. As of

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TREND ALERT: QUARTZ FINISHES

Throughout the past year there has been an increased interest in “rough” or “raw” surfaces in the world of quartz. What is the difference between these surface treatments in comparison to the standard polished and honed? Polished is the most standard quartz surface: easy maintenance, glossy finish and the ability to help open up a

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