Tag Archive: cabinetry
Design Definitions: Plain Sawn, Quarter Sawn and Rift Sawn
Posted on March 23, 2017 Quarter Sawn, rift sawn and plain sawn are technical terms to describe how the tree trunk is cut. These three options are common when selecting cabinetry and flooring for your home remodel. Here is a breakdown of each method and their results, including how wood grains appear on surfaces. Plain Sawn – Also known as… more
1950’s Ranch Becomes “Forever Home”
Posted on February 27, 2015 After recently purchasing their single story La Grange home, these empty-nesters worked closely with Normandy Designer Leslie Lee to accomplish their remodeling goals. This 1950’s ranch style home was designed to reflect the ever-changing tastes and lifestyles of these homeowners and their ability to age comfortably in their forever home. The existing rooms were reconfigured and remodeled… more
Turn Your Sample Door Into Home Décor
Posted on November 21, 2014 During the remodeling process, one of the steps homeowners need to go through is selections, where they choose the design elements for their project. After completing their kitchen remodeling project with Normandy Designer Vince Weber, these homeowners decided to reinvent their cabinetry sample door, and create a unique piece for their newly remodeled kitchen. The… more
How To Pair Kitchen Cabinets and Hardware
Posted on August 22, 2014 Cabinet hardware can seem like such a small detail, but it can have a surprisingly big impact on the overall look of your kitchen. Kitchen cabinetry hardware allows the homeowner to bring their personality to the space even more and can take the style of their kitchen to the next level. “When it comes to… more
Incorporating A Beverage Center Into Your Kitchen
Posted on January 29, 2014 Including a beverage center in the kitchen, or close to the kitchen, has been growing in popularity since the kitchen has become more of a gathering space. “A beverage center is definitely becoming a must-have for homeowners that entertain,” says Normandy Designer Leslie Lee. “It’s a great tool for spreading out the traffic flow, allowing… more
Made In The USA Kitchen Tribute
Posted on July 3, 2013 With the 4th of July coming up in a couple days, we thought it’d be fun to share a “Made in the USA” kitchen project we’ve done! This kitchen was created by Normandy Designer Kathryn O’Donovan, and it’s almost entirely manufactured in the U.S. The windows are manufactured by Pella in Iowa The kitchen tile… more
