In my entire career I’ve never had anyone stop into one of my showrooms and say “could you help me design an ugly kitchen?” Nope, that’s never happened. It goes without saying that we want our kitchens to be beautiful and that’s what a good kitchen designer strives for. But we, as ...
Gone are the days when homeowners would proudly display their latest high-end appliance and its maker. Today’s kitchens are all about discretion, tucking appliances away, and the more secret compartments, the better. “It has to do with the current trend of clean and simple lines in kitchen desig...
The freshest look in window coverings? Going natural. The basic elements for these organic solutions can include grass, reeds, wood or bamboo, which are woven together to create texture and warmth. “Most of these materials come from the tropics, which makes them ideal for the climate in a Florida ...
Great kitchens begin with excellent materials, superior workmanship, and savvy design. But above all, the most important component is communication, says Clay Cox, owner of Kitchens by Clay in Naples, Florida. “Everyone wants to talk about handles and kn...
BEAUTY IS IN THE DETAILS | How to Accessorize Your Home
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To many, the look and feel of a well-appointed room are found by following a well-worn and structured path of guidelines – but at Peach Tree Designs, the décor of a room rises above ‘the design rule book’ and puts the power of creation back in your hands.
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To many, the look and feel of a well-appointed room are found by following a well-worn and structured path of guidelines – but at Peach Tree Designs, the décor of a room rises above ‘the design rule book’ and puts the power of creation back in your hands.
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SECRET GARDENS | How To Create Enchanting Private Gardens
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Whether it is a balcony, lanai, backyard or rooftop terrace, every outdoor space is more enchanting with a secret garden. Creating this magical space can be as simple as a cozy chair nestled against a planter overflowing with fragrant flowers or as grand a...
THE FABULOUS FINISH | Beautiful Cabinetry Begins with a Beautiful Finish
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It’s been around since before the dawn of man, but only recently have we begun to see the limitless potential of wood. Throughout history, it has been a servant of design. Typically used to construct the skeleton of an item, wood’s natural beauty was often overshadowed by layers of material incl...
MIRROR, MIRROR ON THE WALL | Creating Light & Space By Designing with Mirrors
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Snow White's nemesis, The Evil Queen, coos, "Mirror, mirror on the wall, who's the fairest of them all?" as she stares for prolific answers from the silvery looking glass. As homeowners and designers, we too stare hypnotically into mysterious mirrors and find ourselves utterly lost in their beauty a...
Bath Trends: The Royal Treatment
How far the bathroom has come in housing history! In a few decades it has transformed from an unheated outside shack to a treasured private retreat. Sure, the basic functions of a bathroom are the same, but in today's master suites the space has evolv...
There is a certain nostalgia and simple beauty to nautical-style. It almost transports us directly to the high seas, and calls out for an adventurous journey. With a very fine line between coastal-style and nautical chic, we will help create that pure mariner spirit within your own home with some ...
There is more than meets the eye in today’s most stylish kitchens. A peek into cabinets and drawers reveals an ingenious array of smart accessories that make staying organized a cinch. You’ll never have to wonder again…where you put the colander.
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