Case Study: Master Moulding Makeover
by Jan Rutgers
See how simple trim mouldings can transform a master bathroom in this case study.
Category: The Science of Kitchen Design
Choosing the Perfect Layout for your Client’s Kitchen
by Jan Rutgers
The first thing you need to do when designing your client’s kitchen is determine the best layout. Read on to learn all the different layouts along with their pros and cons.
Options for Corners in Your Kitchen Designs
by Jan Rutgers
Dealing with corners are a part of Kitchen Design. Check out this blog to get inspired to specify them creatively.
The Importance of Kitchen Countertop Guidelines
by Jan Rutgers
Planning the countertop configuration in your Kitchen Designs is an important part of the Kitchen Design process. Check out this blog article to get all the info you need to do it efficiently.
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Incorporating Backsplash Storage into Your Kitchen Designs
by Jan Rutgers
Often the backsplash is not a space Kitchen Designers think of when it comes to storage. Check out this blog to see how we may need to change that!
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Revisiting the Closed-Off Kitchen
by Jan Rutgers
There has been a lot of talk in the industry lately about the “Closed-Off” Kitchen. I went into the archives to see how I was handling this type of design. Read on to see a closed-off Kitchen space I designed 4 ways.
How to Sneak Universal Design into Your Kitchen Designs
by Jan Rutgers
Discussing “aging-in-place” with your client can sometimes be an awkward conversation. Use these inspiring solutions to get the conversation started!
How to Plan Waste Management into Your Client’s Kitchen
by Jan Rutgers
Kitchen Designers need to talk trash when planning a Functional Kitchen. Read on to find solutions to manage waste in your client’s kitchen.
Replacing Lost Storage in Contemporary Kitchen Design
by Jan Rutgers
Most contemporary Kitchens are in light filled open concept spaces. The trade off is that traditional upper cabinet storage is often lost in these designs. Read on to see how creative Kitchen Designers can solve that storage problem!
Everything You Need to Know About the Kitchen Serving Zone
by Jan Rutgers
The Serving Zone is the 4th zone in the 5 essential zones in the Food Floor Theory. This zone has a lot of flexibility for placement in the kitchen. Read on to get inspired for placing it in the best location for your client.
Everything You Need to Know About the Kitchen Cooking Zone
by Jan Rutgers
The Cooking Zone is the heart of the kitchen and needs to be planned to optimize function but still be a focal point in the space. Read on to get inspired to develop fantastic Cooking Zones for you clients.
Everything You Need to Know About the Kitchen Prep Zone
by Jan Rutgers
The Prep Zone is the most used area in a client’s kitchen. Knowing how to plan it into your layouts is an important Kitchen Designer skill. Check out everything you need to know about the Prep Zone in this blog.
