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Kitchen Innovations You’ll be Thankful For!

Hosting Thanksgiving dinner can be a huge undertaking. There is so much to consider – from making sure you have enough room to store incoming dishes to ensuring  guests are comfortable and have plenty of snacks and drinks on hand. … Continue reading

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Lisa Brown’s Fall Kitchen & Bath Trends—And All That Brass!

Design fact: Brass is back! If you love new design takes on old standards, you’re going to love what’s been happening with brass for the home. 314 Design Studio’s Lisa Brown gives us a look at 4 areas where brass … Continue reading

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Take the Outdoor Kitchen Quiz!

The time has arrived! It’s what we’ve been waiting for all winter; the chance to be outside and dwell. For many this means enjoying an outdoor kitchen/living space created specifically for their needs— to suit a specific type of outdoor … Continue reading

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Utility + Beauty: Next-Level Kitchen Sinks

Utility. It sounds like such a stiff word, but the truth is, utility can lead to flexibility. Utility and flexibility are two highly desirable attributes when it comes to kitchens, especially when it comes to your kitchen sink. Now, if that … Continue reading

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The Beyond-Basic Bathroom Refresh: 2019

Whether you’re looking to add some posh to your powder room or  amp-up your main or master bathroom this year,  bathroom designers are at the ready with their predictions of what’s new and what’s cool. The Moody Truth: White bathrooms are always … Continue reading

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4 Thanksgiving Challenges Solved Through Great Kitchen Design

If yours is the home that everyone visits for Thanksgiving dinner, you are well aware it’s going to be a long day filled with cooking, serving and cleaning. Imagine a Thanksgiving that affords more time for conversing, socializing and bonding … Continue reading

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Rub a Dub Dub… Got Pups in Your Tub?

No doubt if this is your situation, you have had more than your fair share of sandy or muddy dog paws to contend with. Fortunately, with a few enhancements and tips, your bathroom can be ready for any dirty dog … Continue reading

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The Islands Have It! Form, Function … and Fun New Lines & Designs

It’s no secret that the kitchens that evoke the most convivial environments have at least one thing in common, a stylish island that offers both panache and purpose. Today’s islands, indeed, offer all that and more. However, the earliest versions … Continue reading

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Three Reasons To Create an Outdoor Shower Oasis

Days out on the boat, fishing dockside with the kiddos, and afternoons by the pool are wonderful Chesapeake endeavors that are best followed up with a refreshing shower once back on dry land. Here are three reasons why you may … Continue reading

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Outdoor Kitchens That Offer Sizzling Summer Style

Before you know it, summer will be here—and you know what that means when you live on the Chesapeake Bay—letting the good times roll outside and enjoying sun, fun, family and friends!  We’ll bet you cannot wait for fresh-caught Maryland … Continue reading

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