Tag Archive: Chris Ebert
Where to put the sink if your kitchen doesn’t have windows?
Posted on February 9, 2016When a kitchen remodel is done right, numerous details that come together to make up a beautiful interior. A few of these particulars include lighting, cabinetry, layout and color palette. “There should always be multiple focal points in the kitchen,” said Normandy Designer Christopher Ebert. “This includes windows, range hoods, decorative cabinets, changes in cabinet… more
Normandy Glam Bar Display at Abt Electronics
Posted on November 20, 2014The glamorous entry bar, designed exquisitely by Normandy Designer Chris Ebert, is the first of the three new displays you encounter at Abt Electronics in Glenview. The elegant features, such as the custom linear etching on the intense black engineered stone or the whimsical chandelier that hangs above, capture immediate attention. The curved metal brackets that support the… more
End Furniture Frustrations with Built-In Shelves
Posted on October 7, 2014How many times have we gone out in search for a piece of furniture to fit the specifications for the style and space of our home? Since we aren’t always fortunate enough to find the perfect piece of furniture to fit between the nooks and crannies in our home, custom built-in storage has become a popular… more
A Masterpiece in the Master Bath
Posted on May 15, 2014Today’s hectic schedules and busy lifestyles have left little time for enjoying a warm, relaxing bath. But that doesn’t mean that people have given up on their own personal water therapy, instead they’ve turned their attention to the shower, which has become the new center piece of the bathroom. “Showers may be a quick alternative… more
Modern Kitchen Cabinet Styles
Posted on April 8, 2014During a modern kitchen remodel, it’s common to select full overlay cabinets because they convey the clean lines and minimalism that homeowners want to achieve in the project. “In a recent project, we took it a step further and selected high gloss cabinets from Plain & Fancy Cabinetry,” says Normandy Designer Chris Ebert. “The homeowners… more
The Freestanding Tub Just Got Better
Posted on November 13, 2013For all those that love their time in the soaking tub, you’re going to appreciate volcanic limestone quite a bit. Volcanic limestone tubs have been appealing to homeowners because of their ability to sustain heat and the fact that it doesn’t have a surface coating, making it impervious to chipping or peeling. “Victoria and Albert has really… more
Spa-like Bathroom Ideas
Posted on June 24, 2013The first step to attaining your spa-like bathroom is to determine what feels “spa-like” to you, including colors and layouts. For these homeowners, carrera marble was a must for their new bathroom because of the simple, soothing colors. “They knew they wanted it not only for bathroom floor tile, but also on the walls,” says… more
Celebrating a New Kitchen with Salmon and Friends
Posted on March 1, 2013One of Normandy Designer Chris Ebert’s recent clients insisted he join them for a dinner in their newly remodeled kitchen, and Chris was delighted to join. They had a fabulous dinner, and Chris had the rare pleasure to truly enjoy a space he helped create. “The key in this space was to warm it up… more
Normandy Designers Give New Meaning to “Collecting Hardware”
Posted on January 25, 2013The Normandy Designers recently attended an awards ceremony for the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Greater Chicagoland chapter, and left with almost every single award! There were eighteen “Remodeling Excellence Awards” were handed out, and various Normandy Remodeling Designers received an astonishing seventeen of them. The designers were thrilled to have their hard work recognized… more
Normandy Showroom Remodel is Complete
Posted on November 12, 2012Although it’s been complete for a couple months, business has been booming and we’re finally finding time to showcase our beautiful new displays! The bathroom display features cool colors and follows a modern style. The bathroom was designed with a modest budget in mind, showing that stunning results can be achieved with smart design and detailed planning. … more
Keys to Picking Out Light Fixtures
Posted on August 14, 2012The light fixtures for our new Showroom display came in and are installed! They look wonderful and got me thinking about how challenging it can be to select the right light fixture – What color should it be? How big should it be? What style should it be? – are some of the questions posed, with… more
Normandy Showroom Undergoes Trendy Remodel
Posted on July 25, 2012After being a popular showcase in the Normandy Showroom for about 12 years, two of the kitchen displays were ready for an update. They’re now under construction, and when they wrap up will feature a new transitional kitchen design and a modern bathroom design. Both will showcase the hottest products in the industry and are spot on with today’s most popular trends…. more
How to add floral picks to your Christmas Tree
Posted on December 16, 2011Adding floral picks to your Christmas tree can make the tree look fuller and give a natural dimension to your tree. It also allows you to stray from the typical ornaments and garland and give your Christmas tree a new twist. In this video, Normandy Designer Chris Ebert shares his tips for shaping floral picks before you add them to… more
Making an Artificial Christmas Tree Look Full
Posted on December 15, 2011There are times when your standard artificial Christmas tree, or even a real Christmas tree, looks a little too much like the sparse tree from Charlie Brown. Fortunately, you can make any Christmas tree look fuller by adding the right florals or greenery. In this video Normandy Designer Chris Ebert shows the way he is… more
Feather Tree Toppers
Posted on December 15, 2011There are so many options when it comes to choices for topping your Christmas tree, but one of the hot trends is to top your tree with feathers. In this video, Normandy Designer Chris Ebert shares how simple it is to create a light and airy top for your Christmas tree. Read more about other ideas… more
Create your own Christmas Tree Skirt
Posted on December 13, 2011The Christmas tree skirt is one of the frequently overlooked, but notable finishing touches for your Christmas tree. If the theme and colors of your tree vary slightly from year to year, you can add a current, trendy element to your tree by changing up the tree skirt. In this video, Normandy Designer Chris Ebert shares how easy and… more
