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Annual Kitchen & Bath Planner Your Complete Guide for Starting That Dream Project

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features 18

Look What We Found!

Trend Talk

The Ideal Reveal

An Artistic Escape

15 Nifty New Products to Add to Your Kitchen or Bath The “Ins” and “Outs” on the Kitchen and Bath Style Scene

Before & After—Kitchen and Bath Updates to Admire and Inspire

A Real Homeowners’ Story of Master Bath Remodel Bliss

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Up Close and Personal

Area Rug Dos and Don’ts

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The Hottest Trends in Kitchen Appliances from Jenn-Air

The Mobile Kitchen Showroom Advantage Use these tips before you buy!

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Quick Tips, Expert Advice, Fun Events and More!

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Welcome to our 14th Annual Kitchen & Bath Special Issue! This is the issue we look forward to every year. We can’t wait to see the latest trends, the coolest new products and the numerous ways people are using their kitchen space. The kitchen has always been the heart of the home, and now it is “activity central”—appliances and gadgets that work with your smart phone allowing you to start a meal before you even get home, countertops with charging stations, trashcans with a built-in vacuum! The options are endless and sometimes overwhelming. So, we have worked with the best in the industry to come up with a comprehensive

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Katherine Michalak Katherine has an extensive background in home improvement— writing about it, editing publications and doing four remodels on her own house. Feel free to share your home improvement ideas and experiences— we love to hear from you! From our family to yours—hoping the new year brings joy, fun and a home full of love. Happy home improving!

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Are you resolving to tackle more projects around the house next year? What tools will you need? We’ll bring some expert insight into preparing the perfect toolbox to help you in your handy pursuits. And, review our closet organization trends for a new approach to getting those closets in line for the new year. AtlantaHomeImprovement.com

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Aesthetics – Select a finish that is easy to clean or matches your

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The Nifty Stuff Cool product picks for your kitchen and bath!

CUIZEN PIZZA BOX OVEN For a fraction of the price, this countertop pizza oven (cleverly disguised as a pizza box) cooks up the fun with professional results. (Starting at $59.99, Cuizen.net)

DATID EXHAUST (RANGE) HOOD Keep your kitchen clean and free of grease with this stainless steel wall-mounted extractor hood. The control panel-protected ledge allows for safe storage of spices, and the dishwasher-safe grease filter can be easily removed for cleaning. (Starting at $679, Ikea.com)

BATHROOM VANITIES Transform or complete the bathroom of your dreams with a durable and functional vanity set. (Starting at $825, HomeDepot.com)

FAGOR LUX MULTICOOKER With a dishwasher-safe ceramic insert, this all-in-one rice cooker, pressure-cooker and slow-cooker gets the job done! (Starting at $99.95, SurLaTable.com)

GAME ON! SALT AND PEPPER SHAKER SET Score big at the family dining room table with this air hockey salt and pepper set that also includes a plastic puck. (Starting at $15, FredAndFriends.com) BROOKSTONE TOWEL WARMER Take your bathing experience to another level by stepping out of the shower into a perfectly-warmed towel or bathrobe. In just 10 minutes, the safe silicone element heats bath linens—or even outerwear— for cozy comfort. (Starting at $99.99, BedBathAndBeyond.com)

THE BELLS SIDE TABLE by Gloster adds a pop of color and an extra spot to set down a drink anywhere you’re entertaining. Pop open the teak top to reveal a surprise ice bucket. Available at Authenteak. (Starting at $750, AuthenTeak.com)

DRAWER ORGANIZERS Stay stylishly organized with this set of stackable bamboo drawers that can also be mixed and matched to fit your needs. (Starting at $3.99, ContainerStore.com)

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WALL-MOUNTED TOILET Simply put, wall-mounted toilets not only save room but, they also make your bathroom area easier to clean. With a sleek design and eco-friendly efficiency, this gives modern flair to the water closet. (Starting at $305, Ferguson.com)

KOHLER MOXIE SHOWERHEAD + WIRELESS SPEAKER Shower out loud with this all-in-one full-spray showerhead and bluetoothenabled speaker combo. (Starting at $129, Kohler.com)

MIELE COUNTERTOP COFFEE SYSTEM One cup a day keeps the stress away! Kick the Starbucks habit and enjoy perfectly brewed coffee from this countertop maker that includes an integrated bean grinder and automatic rinsing of milk lines. (Starting at $1,999, Miele.com)

BRUNO™ SMARTCAN™ It’s now time to officially ditch the dustpan! Keep a messy kitchen tidy with Bruno™, the world’s first trash can with a built-in vacuum ready to suck up dust and debris swept directly into the integrated slot. (Starting at $129, BrunoSmartCan.com)

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ORAL-B PRO 5000 SMARTSERIES WITH BLUETOOTH Take tooth care into the 21st century. Remove up to 100 percent more plaque with Oral B’s electric rechargeable toothbrush that connects with bluetooth to give real-time feedback on brushing habits. (Starting at $99.97, WalMart.com)

24’’ UNDERCOUNTER SUBZERO WINE STORAGE Wine enthusiasts around the world can now celebrate with the wide variety of Sub-Zero Wolf wine preservation units that do more than keep your favorite chardonnay cool. They guard against heat, light, humidity and vibration. (Starting at $3,780, SubZero-Wolf.com)

OXO GOOD GRIPS OVER-THE-CORNER COLANDER With a 3.5-quart capacity, maximize your kitchen’s sink space with this heavy-duty and dishwasher-safe colander. The secure grip and soft bumpers allow water to drain away quickly and thoroughly. (Starting at $15.99, OXO.com)

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hen you’re ready to renovate your kitchen or bath, you want to have all the best ideas at your fingertips. There are so many options out in the marketplace and countless decisions to make. Note a few of the

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Thinking of updating your kitchen or bath in the near future? Fill out this questionnaire ( also available online at AtlantaHomeImprovement.com) to better understand your wants and needs. Your designer or contractor will thank you!

The Big Picture When do you want this project completed?

When do you want to begin this project?

How many people live in the house? ____adults ____children ____extended family Are you planning to expand your yes no family? What special needs does your family have?

Would you like your plans to be prepared yes no by a professional? If so, consider one of the following: builder/contractor architect interior designer certified kitchen or bath designer

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What is your overall estimated budget for this project? less than $12,000 $60,000-$80,000 $12,000-$30,000 $80,000-$100,000 $30,000-$45,000 $100,000 & above $45,000-$60,000

seated use of kitchen

Do you want your kitchen/bath to have: more room less room less upkeep better layout/flow updated features more natural light more open other

How long do you plan on staying in the remodeled or new house? (This should help you figure out the breakdown of price per year.) ______________________________ www.atlantahomeimprovement.com

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During Renovation Consider your needs for the use of your kitchen or bath during the renovation.

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If you have decided on an island, would it be used for: food prep sink cooking other

Do you have a sketch of your ideas for yes no the kitchen?

What colors are you considering for your new kitchen?

Would you like to have more countertop space around your: cooktop oven sink refrigerator other _______________________________ _______________________________________ _______________________________________ Would you like a large preparation area (36-inch minimum)?

What do you like about your present kitchen?

What do you dislike about your present kitchen?

Are you or your spouse likely to do any yes no of the installation work? If so, how much? Would you like the kitchen floor plan to have: more efficient storage more efficient space planning convenient movement between the kitchen, dining room and work centers more family gathering space What type of design would you like your new kitchen to have? contemporary traditional eclectic transitional themed design (such as Old World or vintage) Do you want to incorporate any architectural design features in your kitchen? trey ceiling vaulted ceiling beamed ceiling coffered ceiling bay window fireplace additional windows decorative columns other Do you want to: change doors or windows add an island change flooring change the layout of the work center add a pet center change the size of the space by incorporating space from an adjacent room consider a room addition have a raised or vaulted ceiling www.atlantahomeimprovement.com

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How does your family treat your cabinets and countertops? rough gentle

CABINETS & COUNTERTOPS Plan for current cabinetry: replace reface paint add cabinets increase height reduce height reduce number of cabinets preferred color preferred style preferred wood species type of cabinet interiors type of drawer slides

What materials would you consider for a backsplash? ____glass tiles ____glass panels ____tile ____natural stone ____stainless steel ____granite ____solid surface

APPLIANCES & FIXTURES Do you plan on having: natural gas propane gas electric dual fuel

Do you want to incorporate architectural details in your cabinets? crown molding arches wainscot glass doors open shelving cabinets with feet, valances or furniture bases other

What appliances do you plan on adding or replacing?

Plan for current countertops: replace reuse preferred color preferred style preferred edge treatment

If replacing, what type of material do you want to use? laminate wood ceramic tile stainless steel granite marble solid surface glass concrete limestone stone composite lava stone manufactured quartz quartzite other

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Which of the following do you want? food disposal icemaker dishwasher warming drawer trash compactor gas cooktop range touch faucet induction cooktop microwave single oven double oven undercounter oven convection cooking oven halogen cooking oven steam oven steamer fryer wok burner griddle grill energy efficient appliances built-in coffee/espresso maker dishwasher drawers undercounter refrigeration water purification heater in toe kick decorative hood charging station/drop zone other

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The Kitchen cont’d What small appliances do you use in the kitchen? blender hand mixer electric mixer food processor bread machine nut chopper juicer slow cooker electric can opener toaster/toaster oven coffee maker/grinder other

Will any of the cooking or food preparation require special kitchen appliances? gourmet baking frying canning candy making ethnic steaming in-home catering company other

What color/type finish do you want on your appliances? white black stainless steel match the cabinetry other

If you plan on adding a new microwave, what kind do you want? countertop built-in above cooktop built-in microwave drawer built-in cabinet For ventilation, what type of vent hood do you want? updraft downdraft recirculating Is your ventilation: adequate noisy ugly nonexistent venting to outside www.atlantahomeimprovement.com

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If you’re replacing the flooring, what type of material are you considering? vinyl stone tile ceramic tile wood carpet radiant heat cork bamboo stained concrete other

What style and quantity of sink(s) do you prefer: single basin double basin triple basin apron front integral sink minimum depth of basin(s) minimum width of basin(s) What sink type and finish do you want? stainless steel enameled steel porcelain Siligranite® glass other What type and finish of faucet do you

If you plan on adding a new refrigerator, what kind do you want? slide-in built-in look freestanding built-in side-by -side double doors refrigerated drawers freezer drawers refrigerator over freezer drawer

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What electronic components do you want? built-in stereo desktop computer DSL cable hook-up intercom security system TV landline telephone laptop computer tablet computer WiFi charging station other

What type of lighting do you prefer? windows skylight

LIFESTYLE How often do you shop for groceries? daily weekly biweekly monthly Do you frequently shop in bulk for groceries? yes no How many people will be cooking or helping with preparation in the kitchen? adults____ children____ Are the primary cooks: right-handed left-handed What are their heights? How does the family use the kitchen? daily heat-and-serve meals daily full course meals from scratch weekend quantity cooking relaxing weekend family meals games hobby cooking/baking reading plating food for serving homework TV family center other

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Do you retain caterers who prepare all your meals for entertaining? yes no

Do you use an extra freezer for storage outside the kitchen? yes no

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How many bottles of: red____ white____ investment____ collection____ single bottles____ cases____ Do you want: an open wine cabinet a small wine cooler

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Would you like a recyclables-sorting station in the: kitchen utility room garage basement mudroom outside

How do you store bread? refrigerator freezer cabinet bread drawer countertop How do you store linens? hanging folded

Where would you like to place your fire extinguisher?

Do you use the kitchen as a home office to: sort coupons/mail pay bills store games do homework prepare shopping lists and recipes

Do you require a separate utility cabinet for brooms, mops and cleaning yes no supplies? Do you require storage for a vacuum yes no cleaner?

Do you want space for: bulletin board artwork wall memo/chalkboard calendar family organization center other Would you like to have some kind of filing system for incoming and yes no outgoing mail? If yes, do you want it to be: visible behind closed doors Do you have anything to be displayed for decorative purposes, such as pottery, china, baskets, etc.? yes no Describe

Do you like your guests to sit in the kitchen visiting with you while you yes no cook?

Where do you store bulk items? kitchen pantry garage mudroom laundry room basement

Do you like your guests to help you yes no with meal preparation?

Approximately how many cookbooks do you have?

Do you like your guests to help clean yes no up after the meal?

Do you prefer to have the books: visible behind closed doors

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How do you store fresh foods? refrigerator baskets in cabinet cellar storage other

How much space do you require for linens?

Do you like to be the only cook in the kitchen, with your guests close by in a space that opens into the kitchen? yes no

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If you use recipes online, do you need a place for your tablet or laptop? yes no

Would you like to add these specialized storage accessories to your cabinetry? lazy Susan toe kick stepstool ironing board rollout shelves/drawers towel bar pullout table for two pot rack recycling/waste bins child locks locked storage liquor storage corner drawers tarnish-resistant silver storage vertical dividers for trays and drawers in toe kick cutting boards tilt-out sponge tray spice rack cutting boards dishdrawer pegs wire baskets wicker baskets area for pet food pantry with rollout shelves pantry with swinging shelves pantry with can racks on doors utensil slots (fixed or adjustable) knife storage in drawer knife storage in block on countertop knife storage on wall magnet other

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The Bathroom What do you like about your present bathroom? What do you dislike about your present bathroom? Do you feel the bathroom floor plan needs to be rearranged to create a yes no more efficient space? Would you want to move interior walls yes no to enlarge the bathroom? Do you want a raised or vaulted yes no ceiling? What feeling would you like your new bathroom space to have? sleek/contemporary traditional strictly functional country open and airy formal warm and cozy spa-like other What colors are you considering for your new bathroom?

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What activities will take place in the bathroom? dressing applying makeup/hair care showering sauna bathing/soaking steam shower laundry drip-drying clothes TV viewing stereo/mp3 player If hair and makeup will be taking place, will it be: in front of a mirror standing up sitting down at a vanity What type of cabinet interior storage interests you? lazy Susan drawers linen closet towel warmer (hydronic or electric) warming drawers for robes and/or towels medicine cabinet rollout shelves toe kick stepstool ironing board refrigeration for makeup and/or medicine electrical outlets in cabinets and/or drawers other What cabinet features do you want? wood steel glass doors decorative laminate organizational fittings safe for valuables (large/small) other

FIXTURES & ACCESSORIES Do you plan on keeping the existing bathroom fixtures? yes no Do you want: a single vanity double vanities separate vanities a pedestal sink antique-looking cabinetry What kind of vanity top do you want? laminate ceramic tile glass limestone stainless steel marble lava stone solid surface wood granite stone composite manufactured quartz concrete Do you want: a standard tub a jetted tub freestanding tub corner tub tub/shower combination walk-in tub recessed tub soaking tub no tub other _________________________________

What size? Length____ Width____ Depth____ How many people should it hold? What kind?

Do you want to incorporate architectural details? arch pilasters wainscot crown molding floating cabinets feet, valances or furniture bases on cabinets other

Brand Model Material Features: air jets water jets handheld shower grab bars body sprays heating element music lighting chromatherapy (therapeutic colored light)

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2016 Kitchen & Bath Planner The Bathroom cont’d What style of shower do you want? barrier-free glass enclosure premolded steam

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laundry facilities

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What size? Length____ Width____ Height____

books or magazines

makeup

shaving equipment

paper products

How many people should it hold?

cleaning supplies

medicine

natural stone solid surface Material: porcelain tile stone tiles stone slab

other

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What kind of lighting do you want? soffit

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CFL

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down lights

night light

ceiling light/fan

overhead

undercabinet

toe kick

pendant

recessed

decorative

chandelier

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Do you want display shelves? yes

If so, what kind? open

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behind glass

glass

built-in

freestanding

What flooring do you plan on using? vinyl

ceramic/porcelain

cork

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stone tile

wood

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2016 Kitchen & Bath Planner

Itemized Budget Planner In any project, there are many factors that will affect your budget as you go along. This cost breakdown will help you budget for the features you plan to include in your remodel. These figures represent approximate costs for uninstalled products in a 10-by-10-foot room.

KITCHEN COSTS

ECONOMICAL

MID-RANGE

HIGH-END

Cabinets

$6,000-$20,000

$20,000-$40,000

$40,000+

Countertops (per sq. ft.)

$15-$30

$30-$75

$75+

Flooring (per sq. ft.)

$2-$8

$8-$20

$20+

Backsplash (per sq. ft.)

$2-$7

$7-$15

$15+

Sinks

$125-$400

$400-$1,000

$1,000+

Cooktop

$500-$1,000

$1,000-$2,500

$2,500+

Dishwasher

$450-$750

$750-$1,250

$1,250+

Oven

$500-$1,000

$1,000-$4,700

$4,700+

Refrigerator

$800-$1,200

$1,200-$9,000

$9,000+

Microwave

$100-$350

$350-$750

$750+

Garbage disposal

$75-$150

$150-$350

$350+

Instant hot/filtered water

$200-$500

$500-$800

$800+

Accessories (soap/lotion dispenser, etc.)

$40-$75

$75-$100

$100+

Faucets

$75-$250

$250-$750

$750+

Hood

$100-$350

$350-$1,250

$1,250+

Lighting (recessed)

$160-$1,000

$1,000-$2,500

$2,500+

Lighting (task)

$360-$500

$500-$865

$865+

Lighting (pendants)

$50-$500

$500-$1,500

$1,500+

BATHROOM COSTS

ECONOMICAL

MID-RANGE

HIGH-END

Fixtures (toilet, sink, etc.)

$700-$1,500

$1,500-$4,500

$4,500+

Vanity cabinets (60 inches wide)

$300-$900

$900-$2,000

$2,000+

Faucets/fittings

$150-$500

$500-$1,000

$1,000+

Countertops (per sq. ft.)

$15-$40

$40-$75

$75+

Tile (per sq. ft.)

$5-$15

$15-$50

$50+

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2016 Kitchen & Bath Planner

Know Your Kitchen Layouts Know your kitchen. Before you even think about renovating, you must first have a sense of what you’re working with. Or what you’re working toward! Below, we list four types of basic kitchen layouts, according to the NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association). All of these illustrate the concept of the “work triangle,” or the distance between the three main work areas: sink, cooktop and refrigerator. For maximum efficiency, the work triangle should follow these guidelines: • Each triangle leg should be 4 to 9 feet long, and the sum of the three should not exceed 26 feet. • Cabinetry should not intersect any leg of the triangle. • General traffic patterns should not interfere with the work triangle.

GALLEY

L-SHAPE

• Islands should have at least 3 to 4 feet of aisle on each side. Avoid placing the island between two points of the triangle.

WORK ZONES – SIMPLIFYING EVERYDAY LIFE

When deciding where to put cabinets and appliances in relation to each other, it can be helpful to think in terms of zones or work zones. This

U-SHAPE

G-SHAPE

approach, which focuses on function rather than objects, means you’ll end up with an everyday friendly and efficient kitchen.

GALLEY (TWO WALL) | The galley consists of two facing walls and usually is found in condos and apartments. The work triangle is efficient, but the aisle between the two countertops is narrow. This option is a good plan for one cook.

The three main zones, in relation to the working triangle, are: storage

L-SHAPE | In this kitchen design, two perpendicular walls contain the three main elements—sink, cooktop and refrigerator—to create a natural triangle. The L-shape kitchen generally will have ample counter space and lends itself to the inclusion of an island.

(fridge, freezer and dry storage), washing (sink and dishwasher) and

U-SHAPE | The U-shape kitchen uses three walls, or two walls with an attached peninsula. This layout is very efficient because it allows the cook to pivot among the stations, provides excellent storage and can accommodate two cooks. A center island often is included in the larger versions of this plan.

cooking (cooktop, oven and

G-SHAPE | This option is basically a U-shaped kitchen with a fourth wall, which

with a natural workflow and

is usually opposite the sink and contains additional appliances, a pantry or a desk. Generally one of the largest layouts, the G-shape allows for more amenities than any other layout.

everything within reach.

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microwave). Placing them well is crucial to achieving an ergonomic work triangle

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2016 Kitchen & Bath Planner

Great Expectations What’s Really Possible with Your Budget?

Kitchen/Bath

Minor

Kitchen $15,000 •

•

(Based on 10' x 12' room)

Kitchen

existing hardware

•

laminate, stone or wood (save shop remnant can paint existing laminate tops? on the walls

or consult with a designer/contractor

•

same place

some lighting fixtures

•

Renovation

Bath $8,000 – $13,000

, though it’s to involve a designer/ contractor

•

Bath

(Based on 8' x 10' room)

Refresh

in the

•

with outlet stores or the granite

•

walls

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install assistance

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locations do not move

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with new doors and paint/ stain existing existing ones

•

fixtures

rating •

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at outlet stores or the clearance stores appliances, one or two

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to chair

surround

porcelain

fixtures hardware and

•

will last much longer than

•

designer, licensed specialist

•

Bath $13,000 – $28,000

•

or paneling to add personal

•

and add custom window treatments

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re you dreaming of the perfect kitchen with inviting entertaining space? Or what about those spa-like bath retreats offering a restful oasis from the day’s chaos? Many of us ponder the

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CONTRACTOR: John and Niki Rogers DESIGNER:

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problem The layout of the existing kitchen didn’t work well for this active family raising four children. Disconnected work areas and awkward appliance spacing made for an inefficient work flow. The kitchen’s traditional appearance wasn’t quite in line with the homeowner’s style, so a renovation was in order.

BEFORE

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