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Kitchens

Kitchens are arguably one of the most important rooms in the house. This essential space gets a lot of traffic, and usually showcases the personal style and interests of the owners.  At the same time, kitchens are inevitably about function, so successful designs are the right blend of what you see and how well it works.

In the kitchen, countertops and cabinets typically are at or near the top of the designer’s priority list. Both come in many styles, materials and price ranges. Countertops can run the gamut, from relatively new materials, such as man-made quartz composites, to old standbys like stainless steel or even wood. Kitchen cabinets offer designers a rich palette of possibilities — everything from the varied colors and textures of natural wood to sleek sprayed finishes.

Cabinetry, countertops, and color often get the attention, but many other details will spell the difference between a room that works on a practical level and one that doesn’t. What’s the best way to paint kitchen cabinets? Are ready-to-assemble cabinets a better bet than custom made?  What are the advantages of installing a kitchen island?

Whether a kitchen is a remodel or new construction, and no matter what the style, Fine Homebuilding’s deep library of articles cover what you need to know.

  • Track Lighting for Functional Ambiance in Busy Spaces

    The rail system of the Vario Power Track System provides a flexible lighting solution for cabinets and shelving for a clean aesthetic.

  • Modern House in the Trees

    This home includes expanses of glass, including glass floors, that encapsulate tree-canopy views.

  • Beth Pointer: General Contractor, Kitchen and Bath Remodels

    Beth talks about her company's work remodeling kitchen and baths, what it's like working with the housing stock in Baltimore, and the unique goals and values that drive her business.

  • Reverent Texas Renovation

    A modern update of a house designed by architect Frank Welch puts an emphasis on the client's love for cooking and entertaining.

  • Designer Kitchen Cabinets on a Budget

    This Danish manufacturer has found a way to bring modern, architect-designed cabinetry to the masses.

  • Staying Put By Remodeling

    With an addition and some reconfiguration, the owners of this home were able to create a modern kitchen with better connections to the rest of the house and the backyard.

  • Statement Range Hood for a Modern Kitchen

    The Mesa Wall Mount Range Hood from Zephyr comes in three different colors with a variety of accessories to enhance both functionality and design.

  • A Kitchen Actually Built for a Cook

    Builder Ian Schwandt details the design decisions around their kitchen's scullery and how it flies in the face of the traditional kitchen triangle concept.

  • Vent Options for Plumbing Drains

    See several time-tested solutions for safely venting kitchen and bathroom drains when remodeling a home.

  • Guide to Countertops: Wood

    Wood surfaces are a charming accent, but not the best choice for an entire kitchen.

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