Exploring New Surfaces Wilsonart #BlogTourKBIS

Rediscovered Oak Plank Laminate cabinets, Europa Solid Surface counter, Matte Pewter Deco Metal Shelf ~ photo credit Wilsonart.com

Wilsonart did not disappoint and "Brought IT", so to speak, to KBIS this year.  They are creating surfaces that meld with the current modern design trend along with some spectacular realistic natural elements.  When it comes to your home you want products that will be durable, sustainable and timeless.  This is exactly what I saw during my visit to the Wilsonart Booth at KBIS this year as part of the Modenus BlogTourKBIS Design Hounds. (See previous post ~ Design Hounds Take on KBIS #BlogTourKBIS) 

Studio Teak laminate cabinet, linen laminate shelf, Planked CA Walnut Laminate splash, Adastra Quartz Counter ~ photo credit Wilsonart.com

Wilsonart, a world leading engineered surfaces company, is driven by a mission to create surfaces people love, with service you can count on, delivered by people who care. The company manufactures and distributes High Pressure Laminate, Quartz, Solid Surface, Coordinated TFL and Edgebanding and other engineered surface options for use in furniture, office and retail space, countertops, worktops and other applications. Operating under the Wilsonart®, Resopal®, Polyrey®, Arborite®, Laminart®, Bushboard, Ralph Wilson® and Durcon® brands, the company continuously redefines decorative surfaces through improved performance and aesthetics. For more information, visit www.Wilsonart.com

Wilsonart Ultra Matte Laminate Finish

The smooth texture and soft touch of Wilsonart’s new Ultra Matte Finish provides an on-trend low-sheen option for stone looks that rivals natural materials. The new finish will premiere on six of the new Wilsonart Laminate designs, also being unveiled at the show. Visit www.wilsonart.com/finish-options for more info on the variety Wilsonart has to offer.

Wilsonart® Laminate

Sticks and stones inspire the timeless beauty of the 24 new laminate patterns. Twenty stone designs, like Cote d’Azur and Marmo Bianco, feature veining and fracturing for a luxurious style while four woodgrain patterns, like Antique Bourbon Pine and Planked Texas Walnut, add a feeling of familiarity and warmth. Visit www.wilsonart.com/laminate for samples this May.

Marmo Bianco Laminate ~ photo credit Wilsonart.com

Wilsonart® Quartz

The eight new quartz patterns range widely in design from extra-large veining and movement to smoother styles in medium to fine/small particulates. All maintain a trend-forward neutral palette of white, grey and black allowing them to be mixed and layered with other quartz, as well as solid surface and laminate designs. This “material mixology” lends texture and richness to a space that’s perfectly coordinated and beautifully designed. Visit www.wilsonart.com/quartz

Wilsonart® Solid Surface

Carrara marble looks, linear movement and translucency in shades of white and grey dominate the eight new solid surface designs for a timeless, clean and pure look. As white and grey continue to be the neutrals of choice, these additions also coordinate with one another to create looks that range from demure to daring. Visit www.wilsonart.com/solidsurface for samples this June.

Wilsonart® VDL Artfully Repurposed Woods

Sometimes, you want something just a little different. That’s Wilsonart’s Virtual Design Library. From gently weathered to intricate marquetry, the 23 patterns in the “Artfully Repurposed Woods” collection tell a story of America’s spirited history while honoring sustainability. Marquetry, the art of applying decorative inlays to a structure to create elaborate designs, emphasizes the importance of reusing and recycling materials. The clean, geometric lines of these designs contrast with the weathered woodgrains for a collection that adds a touch of modern comfort to any space. Visit www.wilsonart.com/artfully-repurposed-woods for samples today.

Artfully Repurposed Lost Pine Laminate ~ photo credit Laure Joliet

Design Hounds take on KBIS ~ #BlogTourKBIS

Barefoot & Bellini's night compliments of Mohawk - photo credit Felix O.B. ~ FXO Photography

KBIS, in conjunction with the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) is an inspiring, interactive platform that showcases the latest industry products, trends and technologies. KBIS is the voice of the kitchen and bath industry and has been for more than 50 years. Combine this epic kitchen and bath industry show with a group of Design Bloggers from across the country and you have yourself a slice of design blogger heaven.

Just back from KBIS (Kitchen and Bath Industry Show) I had the pleasure of being part of the Modenus BlogTour KBIS group fondly known as Design Hounds.  When you become a #DesignHound you become part of an elite group of Design Bloggers and the relationships that are formed along the way transform into lifelong friendships that span across the globe.  As you can see from the photo above we are a close group...this was us at the Barefoot and Bellini's event sponsored by Mohawk showcasing their SmartStrand Silk Reserve.  We were able to take a break from the show floor, kick off our shoes and experience the astonishing softness of Mohawks SmartStand Silk Reserve while sipping on Bellini's.  

It was such a pleasure spending time with my fellow #BlogTourKBIS Design Hounds ....

Amanda Gates ,Holly Hollingsworth Phillips , Jeffrey Johnson , Jeanne K Chung , Kathy Sandler, Pamela Copeman, John Kelsey, Shannon Ggem , Patti Johnson, Christine Da Costa, Sarah Brooks Eilers, Kim Macumber, Gloria Graham Sollecito, Michael Ryan, Margot Austin, Vanessa Francis, Linda Merrill, Amy Benton, Laurel Bern, Laura Muller, Marilyn Russell, Michelle Alfano, Claire Jefford

Yes we were sponsored to be a part of BlogTourKBIS, but that is the fun of it because we were given personal private tours of our sponsors booths at KBIS where we got the inside scoop.  In return we get to share with you all the wonderful things we saw and learned along the way so come back to read more.  A special shout out to our sponsors, Wellborn, Wilsonart, Metrie, Thermador, Mohawk, KBIS, American Standard, DXV, Grohe, and thank you to Modenus for creating such a wonderful Design Blogger community.  I am honored to call myself a Design Hound!

Until next time...

Style Sheet | Open Plan Kitchen with Mediterranean Warmth

Time2Design Kitchen Style Sheet...

Kitchen Style - Open Plan with Mediterranean Warmth

Shown here the cabinet door style ~ DeWils Madisson, cabinet finish ~ stained solid cherry, countertops ~ granite, backsplash ~ subway tile with mosaic inset, floors ~ porcelain tile, hardware ~ brushed nickel knob.
 
Centrally located in the home this kitchen opens up to an adjoining family room and dining area making this open plan kitchen the true center or "heart" of the home.  The contrast of the solid cherry cabinetry finished in a warm chestnut finish contrasted against the lighter floor tile and granite gives this kitchen a beautiful warm Mediterranean feel.  

Being so open the custom wood hood creates the perfect focal point in this kitchen and is nicely complimented by the oversized subway tile at the backsplash and mosaic inset over the cooktop.  In addition the raised countertop at the island provides a great seating area for guests and the lower countertop space allows for a nice oversized area to use while preparing meals.  
  
The completed Time2Design Kitchen...

Creating a kitchen that functions for the needs of our clients is, in our opinion, the number one priority of kitchen design.  Second is to design a kitchen that is aesthetically pleasing and compliments the interior design of the home.

During the design process, with Time2Design, we create a style sheet that shows the kitchen design elements ~ cabinet door style, wood species, finish selection, countertop selection, flooring and backsplash option.  This allows you to see how the style and finishes compliment one another creating your individual kitchen style.

What's your Style?  

Call to set up an appointment

to discover your Kitchen style

941-378-9964

 

Simple Change Equals Stylish Upgrade - Kitchen Resurfacing

A recently completed Time2Design Kitchen Remodel -

This kitchen remodel is a perfect example of how simple change can create a very stylish and updated kitchen.

Kitchen resurfacing, also known as 'cabinet refacing' or 'kitchen refacing', is often times a less expensive alternative to conventional kitchen remodeling. Cabinet boxes and frames of existing cabinetry is kept intact and refinished to match new, pre-finished, cabinet door and drawer fronts.

This stylish kitchen was resurfaced, or 'refaced', by first removing the old cabinet door and drawer fronts.  We then made a few modifications to the existing cabinetry, necessary to accommodate the new appliances, tore out the cumbersome island cabinetry and in the process also took out the old dull backsplash and well worn and stained countertops.

Once everything was removed we were set to refinish what was left.  The cabinet boxes, face frames and all exposed edges were then refinished to match the new color selection.  And once this process was completed we installed the new  door and drawer fronts along with new crown molding to match the updated style of the new door fronts.

The new stainless steel appliances were installed and the kitchen was completed with new cabinet hardware, a new free standing island finished to match the cabinetry, new Cambria quartz countertops and a beautiful new glass tile backsplash.

Overall a few simple changes created this stylish upgraded kitchen.

Call to set up an appointment to discover how

you can update or change your kitchen...

941-378-9964

Style Sheet | Traditional Kitchen with a Modern Twist

Time2Design Kitchen Style Sheet...

Kitchen Style - Traditional with a Modern Twist. 

Shown here the cabinet door style ~ DeWils Avalon, cabinet finish ~ stained quarter sawn white oak, countertops ~ granite, backsplash ~ mosaic glass tile, floors ~ existing, hardware ~ brushed nickel cup pull on drawers and knobs on doors.  

We created a bit of a twist, the cabinet doors made of traditional quarter sawn white oak with a modern cocoa stained finish, combined with the traditional detailed hardware and granite countertops accented with modern glass tile at the backsplash meld, or "twist", the styles together beautifully. 

The completed Time2Design Kitchen...

Creating a kitchen that functions for the needs of our clients is, in our opinion, the number one priority of kitchen design.  Second is to design a kitchen that is aesthetically pleasing and compliments the interior design of the home.

During the design process, with Time2Design, we create a style sheet that shows the kitchen design elements ~ cabinet door style, wood species, finish selection, countertop selection, flooring and backsplash option.  This allows you to see how the style and finishes compliment one another creating your individual kitchen style.

What's your Style?

Ditch the Dustpan | Friday Kitchen Find

Check out our Friday Kitchen Find | Sweepovac ~ a self-contained vacuum system.  Using a dustpan can be a chore, Sweepovac will simplify your kitchen clean up, and you can ditch the dustpan.

The fact that is is self-contained and DOES NOT require you to hook up to a central vacuum system makes for a quick and easy installation.  It installs at the side of an end cabinet or even on the end of an island cabinet.  The Sweepovac is the solution to keeping your kitchen floors clean and we think it is a must have in every kitchen.  .

See for yourself in this short video clip...

The Sweepovac comes standard in stainless steel or white finish.  Gives us a call to order yours today ~ 941-378-9964.

photos and video credit via SweepovacUSA