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Chicago Custom Cabinets: Pros and Cons of Framed and Frameless Cabinets

Ron Nanberg | Mon, Oct 26, 2015 | Quality Custom Cabinets

Chicago Custom Cabinets - Framed or Frameless?One of the questions you'll be asked early in your kitchen remodeling journey is whether you want framed or frameless cabinets. Both are options when you order Chicago custom cabinets and both are beautiful additions to your kitchen design.

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Chicago Kitchen Design Ideas: Do You want An Island or Peninsula?

Ron Nanberg | Wed, Oct 21, 2015 | Kitchen Remodeling

Chicago Kitchen Design Ideas: Island, Peninsula or both?Would you rather live on an island, or a peninsula? Living on an island means you have complete autonomy and a space to call your own without any real attachment to the main land - unless you want it. Peninsulas provide the feeling of an island - their own, isolated space - while still remaining firmly anchored to civilization and all of her resources.

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Chicago Custom Cabinets: Pros and Cons of Inset Cabinets

Ron Nanberg | Wed, Oct 14, 2015 | Quality Custom Cabinets

Chicago Custom Cabinets - Pros and Cons of Inset CabinetsFrameless cabinets are all the rage right now due to their clean look and tendency to blend with both modern and contemporary kitchen designs. There is one exception to this rule, however, and that is inset cabinetry.

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Chicago Kitchen Design: 8 Ways to Make Your Small Kitchen Seem Bigger

Ron Nanberg | Mon, Oct 12, 2015 | Kitchen Remodeling

Chicago Kitchen Design - Making small kitchens seem biggerBefore you bemoan your lack of kitchen square footage, know that even the smallest of kitchens can seem spacious if they're designed well. You'll be amazed at how much conceptual space - and bona-fide storage space - is gained with a few simple design tricks.

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Chicago Bathroom Remodeling for the Ages

Ron Nanberg | Wed, Oct 7, 2015 | Bathroom Remodeling

Chicago Bathroom Remodeling - Aging in PlaceThe fortunate thing: creating spaces designed for "aging-in-place" can be one of the smartest actions you take in your home.

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Chicago Bathroom Remodel: Unique Features for Showers

Ron Nanberg | Wed, Oct 7, 2015 | Bathroom Remodeling

Chicago Bathroom Remodel - What is smart glass? photo by Smart Glass InternationalA contemporary Chicago bathroom remodel contains bells and whistles that were un-dreamed of even a short time ago. Luxury features abound, and many of these are especially designed for the shower area.

Until recently, a large soak tub was typically the "showpiece" of a newly remodeled bathroom, but now homeowners often forgo a tub altogether in lieu of a shower that rivals or exceeds those found at upscale resorts.

Chicago Bathroom Remodeling - Smart privacy glass by Smart Glass International5 Unique Shower Features to Include in Your Chicago Bathroom Remodel

Here are some of the more unique features we've been seeing in bathroom remodels here in the greater Chicagoland area.

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How Do I Choose the Right Microwave for My Chicago Kitchen Remodel?

Ron Nanberg | Mon, Oct 5, 2015 | Kitchen Remodeling

Chicago Kitchen Remodel - Choosing the right microwaveAppliance selection is an important step in any Chicago kitchen remodel. These days, energy efficiency is a top priority, as is appliance features, style and placement. These same factors hold true for your kitchen's microwave.

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What Makes a Chicago Kitchen Remodel More or Less Expensive?

Ron Nanberg | Wed, Sep 23, 2015 | Kitchen Remodeling

Chicago Kitchen RemodelThere are rare cases where money is no object, but most of the time clients are working within some sort of budget. Designing a Chicago kitchen remodel on a budget is sort of like a game - adding this and subtracting that - to keep within the boundaries.

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Chicago Bath Remodeling: What are the Most Desired Bathroom Features?

Ron Nanberg | Mon, Sep 21, 2015 | Bathroom Remodeling

Chicago Bathroom Remodeling - Trough SinkWant a sneak peak at some of the most desirable features we're adding in our most recent Chicago bathroom remodeling projects? We don't blame you. While there's no need to copy someone else's style, getting an idea of what others have done can provide a solid foundation from which to springboard the design for your own upcoming bathroom remodel.

5 Desirable Bathroom Features From KBU's Chicago Bathroom Remodeling Projects

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Chicago Bathroom Remodeling Ideas: What is a Frameless Glass Shower?

Ron Nanberg | Wed, Sep 16, 2015 | Bathroom Remodeling

Chicago Bathroom Remodeling - Frameless GlassIf you've been scouring design websites and blogs lately, assembling your idea book for an upcoming bathroom remodel, odds are you've noticed the word frameless being bandied about. Frameless cabinets and showers are the standard for most contemporary Chicago bathroom remodeling projects - even for bathrooms with a more traditional flair.

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