We’ve all heard the phrase, “the kitchen is the heart of the home,” and with today’s open-concept layouts, that has never been more true. Our kitchens are where family and friends gather to talk, eat, and even do homework. While a kitchen that looks beautiful is important, a kitchen that functions well is what makes creating all those meals fun instead of a chore. The first step to a functional kitchen is of course proper layout with a good work triangle. Once all your cooking, prep, and cleaning zones are lined out, the next focus should be cabinet organization. There are hundreds of different types of pullouts and inserts that can make your kitchen truly work for you.
Many of the custom homes that we build here at Collins Builders include a Powder bath with a pedestal sink. These little spaces are the perfect place to infuse your design style in a bold way. Shiplap walls and mosaic tile floors really shine in a powder bath, but it’s important not to overlook the main feature of the room – the sink. There are several ways to turn the ordinary pedestal into a fun, yet functional centerpiece of the bathroom.
Choosing paint colors for a new home can be one of the most challenging things for our clients to do. On the exterior, there is so much wall space, and often times it’s hard to know how a small sample is going to look on the outside of a new home. On the inside, you want a color that will accentuate your other selections, while still giving you the freedom to decorate with your favorite pieces. So how do you narrow down the thousands of choices? Sherwin Williams has created some fun and helpful tools to help guide you through the process.
Many of the homes we build today include a dedicate space for a home gym. This allows you to keep your bedrooms available for guests and eliminates the need for monthly memberships to get your workout in. As with any area of your new home, there are a few considerations when planning your gym that will help you create the perfect space for your needs.
The new golden hues of brushed gold, burnished brass, and brushed bronze are everywhere in design today. These are not the bright brass fixtures we grew up with, but a fresh and modern way to warm up your interior design. Adding intentional touches of brushed gold can add a tremendous wow factor to your space and truly elevate the design. But what are the best ways to incorporate it?
Today’s paint options are virtually limitless. There are thousands upon thousands of colors in the Sherwin Williams line up, and then they can color match almost anything else you can dream up. But did you know that beyond the color of the paint, you have options on the type of paint as well? Whether you have a busy family that needs walls that are easy to clean, or you’re concerned about the air quality and the environmental impact of your home, there is a paint to meet your needs!
Whether it’s building model trains or creating intricate quilts, many of us have a hobby we love to lose ourselves in whenever we have spare time. One of the biggest benefits of building a custom home is the ability to make each space precisely suited to you, and a room dedicated to your favorite hobby should be no different. Read on for 9 essential tips for planning for your new hobby room.
Part of the allure of the farmhouse style is the contrasts between old and new, warm and cold, rustic and industrial. It’s this mix of design that creates a comfortable space that still feels elegant and refined. Choosing a few pieces with a nod to the past can provide unexpected and unique customization to your design scheme that truly elevates the space. We’ve collected some fun items that might just be the perfect piece in your new home.
Each year in January, the manufacturers for the new home industry gather to display the newest innovations for new construction at the International Builders Show. At the 2020 show, customization for plumbing was all the rage, and new developments in technology were on parade. Energy efficiency and conservation is also a big factor for this year in both how faucets are made and how they function. Some of our favorite new plumbing products combine both the ability to increase the experience of the water while conserving it at the same time.
