Adam Desiderio
If you’ve been looking into renovating your kitchen, you have no doubt stumbled across many terms and phrases that have been difficult to wrap your head around. One of which I can guarantee is the term “transitional kitchen”. This popular term has circulated around the design community for years, but what exactly does it mean? In truth, the transitional style is actually relatively difficult to define. It is a style that constantly fluctuates by drawing upon the best elements of a lux classical traditional kitchen, and those of a sleek simple lines of a contemporary kitchen. This uniquely fluid style [...]
Kitchen storage is something that is on everyones mind, especially during a remodel! We wanted to give you some of our favorite kitchen storage ideas to help you utilize every inch of space in your kitchen, and inspire you for your next remodel. 1. Hidden Charging Stations Charging drawers are a great way to keep your charging cables organized, as well as keep tablets and phones off of messy countertops. Ask our designers about installing an outlet or small power strip inside a drawer near your primary workspace to keep your devices accessible, yet out of the way while [...]
Mother’s Day is this weekend, and we wanted to give a shoutout to all of the amazing Moms who on top of everything decide to undergo home renovations! Adding that extra level of stress is not easy on anyone, but when factoring in playdates, school plays, soccer games, and doctors appointments, among other things, we know that the Moms who juggle everything are the real MVPs. We wanted to give all of the busy NYC moms 5 important renovation tips to hopefully take just a little bit of stress off of their shoulders. Time Management Renovations are unfortunately a [...]
Calling all who are interested in the latest kitchen and bathroom design trends; Klein Kitchen and Bath is excited to launch Spring 2019 renovation season in their newest showroom in midtown. We encourage all in the home industry: interior designers, NYC contractors, architects, NYC realtors, or those who are looking to become inspired before renovating their Manhattan home. Join us for a cocktail, and some light eats as we give you a tour around our newest 3,000 square foot showroom. 227 E57th Street New York NY 10022 April 4 2019 17.30-20.30 The Klein Kitchen and Bath team would love to [...]
White kitchens are timeless. They have a clean and bright look to them and save the stressing out common when selecting colors or color combinations. For some, white can seem boring, but that does not have to be the case! Featuring white prominently in your kitchen design affords you the opportunity to play with contrasting colors and textures in an interesting way which make being creative much less risky. To give you some ideas for your kitchen design, we’ve brought together 17 great design ideas, featuring white, to get you started. Continue reading to learn more: White Kitchen Designs: A [...]
New kitchen cabinets can transform your kitchen and create a space where you'll want to cook. The options available today range from traditional cabinets to modern styles. You'll find different types of materials too, including those that use real hardwood and doors that come with clear or decorative glass windows on the front. Before meeting with a contractor or a remodeling expert, you may want to give some thought to the types of cabinets that appeal to you and how those cabinets will both work with and look in your kitchen. Shaker cabinets One of the top options for those [...]
For many people, the kitchen is the heart and soul of their home. So it's important that your kitchen not only function well, but look good too. Design trends in the home are constantly changing, and as we usher in a new year it's time to say goodbye to the old and hello to the new. When it comes to your kitchen, there's a design revolution happening, and that means that what was popular last year isn't so hot this year. Here are the top kitchen design trends that are taking over in the new year, and the ones we're [...]
Hands down if given the option majority choose the island over a kitchen peninsula. Is this a result of design, functionality or simply social pressure? Let's take a look at the pros of the different options and understand when a peninsula may be the better option for a Manhattan Kitchen Renovation. The Difference Between a Kitchen Island and Kitchen Peninsula An island is a free-standing entity with no borders. Multi functional, the island can provide additional counter space and storage with extra under counter cabinets or drawers, is a great space for family and friends to just hangout, sit and [...]
A bathroom renovation is a great way to make your home feel fresh and new. It can be a difficult process, though, and living in an urban apartment adds extra challenges. You have to worry about upsetting your neighbors with the noise, making a mess in your apartment, and not having a working bathroom in your home. Fortunately, it is possible to successfully remodel your Manhattan apartment, and the results will be worth the challenges. Here are five tips for surviving your bathroom renovation: 1. Work quickly, but plan on delays. You and your contractor should have a plan and [...]