There’s something sacred about food. No matter who we are or where we come from, we all love food. And when we’re sitting down to a meal with someone or a group of people, we’re all sharing in a communal experience, and gathering to sit down and reflect on our day.

Every kitchen has a focal point. That one area that always captures peoples’ attention the moment they walk in. Or brings a smile to your own face because it looks better in your kitchen than you ever imagined it could. Most are intended. Some are not.

Quick, can you name the Thanksgiving feast served by Charlie Brown for all of his friends? If you are thinking 2 slices of buttered toast, some pretzel sticks, a handful of popcorn and a few jelly beans you were correct!

I frequently have clients who think they want white cabinets for their kitchen but are afraid to commit. They worry that white cabinets will be boring or go out of style. Well, I’m here to tell you that in my humble opinion, nothing could be further from the truth!

Any kitchen remodeling or bathroom remodeling project requires great communication and teamwork. Get a homeowner, interior designer, kitchen designer and craftsman in one room (preferably a kitchen!) and the ideas can start flying. The right teamwork though can pull all of that together into a real dream kitchen!

When planning a kitchen, there are so many decisions to make…from little things like the location of cabinet hardware to bigger, more functional questions like where to locate the dishwasher.

Designing and remodeling a bathroom is one of the most popular remodeling projects today. It can be both fun and challenging. You have some ideas about what you like…and some that you dream about for your bathroom. To help you get started on your new bathroom, we’ve given you a few easy steps to get started:

As you already know, kitchen ideas are everywhere! Here are 3 things you can do to help your kitchen designer get started on your kitchen: 1. Pictures! Pictures! Pictures!

One of the most important considerations when you are designing your kitchen is how and what you cook. Do you use the fry pan, a wok or grill on the cooktop for most of your meals?

Nowadays the kitchen sink has been elevated to the level of appliance in the kitchen. It is no longer just a hole for water, soap and dishes. You can do so much more with the right type of kitchen sink and sink accessory. How do you know what’s right for you?

Open floor plans that create a social kitchen are a big focus in kitchen design right now. Cooking is more of a communal event than ever. Family, friends and even guests are getting involved in creating a meal. Combining the kitchen with living and dining areas makes dinner a family event and opportunity to share your day over meal preparation.

Kitchen backsplashes are often one of the last items installed in the kitchen, but it can have a profound impact on your entire kitchen design. Kitchen backsplashes are not just wall protection anymore. They’re a chance to jazz up your kitchen and express yourself!

It’s your kitchen. If you want to put your knobs in the center of the cabinet door that’s your prerogative. I don’t think it will look too good but I’m not going to live there. Neither is your designer, contractor, architect, cousin, neighbor, friend or anyone else you are looking to for advice.

It's not looking good for the rubber duckies. According to a recent Houzz study on bathroom remodeling trends , more and more consumers are forgoing the master bathroom tub. More than 4 in 10 surveyed homeowners are ditching the bathroom tub with glass and curbless zero threshold shower enclosures leading the way in bathroom trends.

The big entertainment news last week was that David Letterman would be retiring after over 30 years of being on television. But did you know that the real reason was just so he could remodel his kitchen? Think about it. At the very least, we know Letterman has always had an interest in food, mostly by dropping it off tall buildings and seeing what ...

I recently visited Barcelona and immediately fell in love with the charm and architecture of the city (not to mention the tapas, paella, cava, sangria…I could go on and on).

It happens every year about this time. People start considering all their options. They look at stats and key information to help them make decisions on what or who will ultimately win out. And then they do it…they print out their March Madness brackets and start filling in winners. Will they go with the flashiest choice with the best chance of win...

One of the biggest questions we get is "How big should my hardware be?". With people's preferences always seeming to change, the good news is that there is no wrong answer! Going with smaller kitchen hardware typically gives it a more subtle look that easily blends into the design without becoming a focal point. Bigger pieces of hardware can someti...

We are all so used to filling up every possible space with cabinets . What about those times where there is a unique space or client need that requires more creative bathroom design ideas? An unexpected opening may be a great surprise and great convenience to a client.

My parents recently finished their first ever kitchen remodel. This would be a daunting process for any son or daughter to help out with…the more so when you work for a kitchen & bath company like I do.

According to a recent homeowners study conducted by the Research Institute for Cooking and Kitchen Intelligence (RICKI), more and more consumers are intrigued by the idea of adding current “kitchen” technology to their own kitchen space. What are those top kitchen design trends in technology? Here are your top 5:

Great kitchen design ideas are everywhere and one of the most timeless ideas utilized to create focal points in a kitchen design is glass.  Yes, there are many other great kitchen design ideas that can add a unique touch or focal point to your kitchen space. 

You look at a bathroom and naturally think a bathroom remodeling project would be a lot easier than a kitchen remodeling project…and who could blame you? Less space, less stuff, less decisions, right? Nothing could be further from the truth!

Storing spices in the kitchen can be a challenge and leave you “cayenne” over the best place for them. You want them near you while you cook and you want to be able to pick out the one you want easily. What to do? What to do?

We use the term dream kitchen or dream bathroom often in the design world. Talking about a first time kitchen or bathroom remodeling project with a client who has waited so long for this often feels like a dream is coming true. And while it is, there are also those times when we are reminded that the word dream means many things to many different p...

I have worked on kitchen remodeling projects where the planning/decision making process has gone on for years. Seriously...years. And while I cannot make up your mind for you, I can help you prioritize and help make the kitchen remodeling process feel a little bit easier. Here are the first things to consider:

It’s Halloween. That time of year when drop way too much money on costumes, candy, decorations and more and then wonder what happened as we emerge from a self-induced sugar coma. And a Friday night Halloween? You may as well just pack it in for the weekend right now.

You walk into your kitchen, thinking about how you’re going to prepare yourself a meal fit for a king. But then you actually get inside your kitchen. You look around and realize that your kitchen couldn’t make a meal fit for a king, because it’s too tiny. Your kitchen might be small, but you can still make it feel like home. And y...

It doesn’t even have to be around the holidays for you to have a wishlist. There are things that you want in your master bathroom year round, because you’re going to be using your bathroom year round. Here’s some things to keep your eye on if they’re not already on your list.  

You love to entertain. And you’ve been entertaining the idea of getting a wet bar or a dry bar.  Your house is known as the place where people go to gather. Maybe you love hosting a small, intimate gathering. Or maybe you love to get a big group together and call it a party.

The kitchen is a great place where people can come together and make a meal and talk about their day...except for when you’re cramped when there’s more than one person in the space. Or you keep bumping your elbow on that poorly placed counter. And you are constantly wrestling those pots and pans out of your cupboards. Yes, kitchens can ...

Step inside your kitchen. If you’re not home picture it in your head. How’s it looking? How does your kitchen make you feel? If you had a less than a positive answer to those questions, then you probably already know something needs to change. Your kitchen should make you feel warm and relaxed. You should be ready to whip up a dinner or...

When you’re planning a kitchen remodel, it’s an understatement that there’s a lot to do. You have to think about when you want to do your remodel, what you want to remodel, what style it should be, and more. But perhaps the most pressing thing on everyone’s mind? The budget. Don’t stress about how much everything is go...

What everyone needs... Kitchen Cabinet Accessories to organize, store and more! Truly customize your kitchen with finding the kitchen cabinet accessories that will make your new kitchen the most functional, efficient and fun to use space it can be. With the help of Kitchen & Bath Industry Expert Sarah Reep and some of our cabinet manufacturers,...

22 Universal Design Ideas for the kitchen, bathroom and entire home Many of us unknowingly already have many elements of universal design in our homes already. Whether it helps in the kitchen, the bathroom or throughout the entire home, filling our homes with smart universal design features will provide convenience and comfort to every user in the ...

The 2 finish kitchen - bringing more color into the kitchen Bringing color into the kitchen is always one of the most interesting challenges (and opportunities!) of a kitchen design. We already know that color can come from so many different or unusual things. These kitchen design ideas can come from almost anywhere in the kitchen. It can be a uniq...

Kitchen Safety - 4 kitchen design ideas to accomodate kids in the kitchen How many of us design the kitchen with our kids in mind? We’re busy in the kitchen and all of sudden a little hand goes up or tugs on our apron asking to help. How sweet! Regardless, when we are in the kitchen we want them close by anyway, whether it is just to keep an ...

5 Bathroom Design Ideas to make your space feel bigger For most of us, we are constantly looking for ways to make our bathroom feel bigger. For some of us, it is a space issue…where we dream of having just a little bit (or a lot) more. For others, it is an organization issue. A bathroom that feels big enough quickly becomes cluttered, busy a...

Shaker Style Kitchen and Bathrooms Kitchens and bathrooms in the Shaker style offer a simple, classic look that works between traditional and contemporary, much like the transitional design style. The shaker style features flat panel doors in with wide cabinet rails and stiles in maple, birch, oak and more. This distinctive look offers clean, crisp...

Coastal Kitchens and Bathrooms When we think of a Coastal design style for kitchens and bathrooms, what comes to mind first? Is it the warm sunshine brightening up the space? Is the airy, open feeling we get from being on or near the water. Is it the blue-green seaside inspired palette of colors that can show up anywhere…on walls, fabrics, f...

Traditional Kitchens and Bathrooms Traditional kitchen and bathroom designs and cabinets rarely if ever go out of style. Its' classic style and symmetry creates a calm, orderly décor for any kitchen or bathroom. Traditional kitchens and bathrooms have the formal, elegant look characteristic of the American and European homes of the 18th, 19t...

French Country Kitchens (and sometimes Bathrooms) With earth tones and natural materials portraying the beauty and character of France, the French Country design style perfectly blends comfortable living with authentic cooking in the kitchen. Cozy and rustic, French Country kitchens have a near timeless appeal. You'll find wide-planked floors, anti...

Transitional Kitchens and Bathrooms Transitional design looks to fuse both contemporary and traditional design styles for kitchens and bathrooms, combining the clean, sleek lines of contemporary with the style and history of traditional design. Not too much of either, transitional kitchens and bathrooms are for those who want their style somewhere ...

Kitchen Remodeling and Bathroom Remodeling Experts We are open and welcoming walk-in traffic. At any time you can request an appointment using the red Request Consultation button at the top of the page to meet in store or virtually. Located in the Annapolis Plaza Shopping Center off Jennifer Road between Generals Highway 178 and Medical Parkway (di...

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Kitchen Remodeling and Bathroom Remodeling Experts We are open and welcoming walk-in traffic. At any time you can request an appointment using the red Request Consultation button at the top of the page to meet in store or virtually. From what is often considered the main corridor of Elkridge, Washington Boulevard, down Meadowridge Road to the inter...

Kitchen Remodeling and Bathroom Remodeling Experts We are open and welcoming walk-in traffic. At any time you can request an appointment using the red Request Consultation button at the top of the page to meet in store or virtually. Find kitchen cabinets, bathroom cabinets, appliances, countertops and more at our fully remodeled Springfield, VA kit...

Kitchen Remodeling and Bathroom Remodeling Experts We are open and welcoming walk-in traffic. At any time you can request an appointment using the red Request Consultation button at the top of the page to meet in store or virtually. Conveniently located on Wisconsin Avenue between Maple Avenue and Highland Avenue directly across from the Bethesda, ...

Kitchen Remodeling and Bathroom Remodeling Experts We are open and welcoming walk-in traffic. At any time you can request an appointment using the red Request Consultation button at the top of the page to meet in store or virtually.  Find kitchen cabinets, bathroom cabinets, appliances, countertops and more at our Richmond, VA kitchen & bathroom sh...

Kitchen Remodeling and Bathroom Remodeling Experts We are open and welcoming walk-in traffic. At any time you can request an appointment using the red Request Consultation button at the top of the page to meet in store or virtually. Located one minute off of I-95, east on Rte. 3 Plank Road and turn right onto Gateway Boulevard at the Wawa and then ...

Kitchen Remodeling and Bathroom Remodeling Experts We are open and welcoming walk-in traffic. At any time you can request an appointment using the red Request Consultation button at the top of the page to meet in store or virtually. Find kitchen cabinets, bathroom cabinets, appliances, countertops and more at our White Plains, MD kitchen & bathroom...

Kitchen Remodeling and Bathroom Remodeling Experts We are open and welcoming walk-in traffic. At any time you can request an appointment using the red Request Consultation button at the top of the page to meet in store or virtually. Conveniently located off of Rt. 11 near Lumber Liquidators , you can find kitchen cabinets, bathroom cabinets, applia...

Zachary Schiller joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2022 as a Key Business Manager.  Zachary has a passion for designing both kitchens and bathrooms.  For him, being able to help the client’s vision come to life plays a big part in what turns a house into a home and the kitchen into the heart of that home. In addition to a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior...

With accreditation as a Certified Kitchen and Bath Designer by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), an Associate Degree in Interior Design and an accumulation of experience dating back to 2002, Sara Lee joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2023 as a Designer.   Sara is passionate about incorporating her knowledge of design and products into he...

With a culmination of experience dating back to 2000 and experience designing kitchens and bathrooms since 2005, Kathy Moore joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2023 as a Key Business Manager. For Kathy, it has always been her goal to listen to my client’s needs and work together to design and provide a job that fulfills their dreams.  She is passionate...

As a lifetime local to Fredericksburg, VA Chrisy Taylor has a strong connection and love for this town.  With experience in construction and remodeling accumulated since 2008, she joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2023. When working with clients, it is Chrisy’s focus to make the process as smooth and enjoyable as possible.  For her, designing spaces i...

With a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts in Interior Design from Virginia Commonwealth University and an entire career of experience in field of design, Preston Stanley joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2023 as a Designer for our Williamsburg, VA team. For Preston, her approach to each project depends on the type of client.  Whether it is retail, a builder or c...

Kristin Daskalovitz began her career in Interior Design in 2004, with a specialty for kitchen and bathroom design. After initially joining Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2005 at our Elkridge, MD location, she left to pursue additional career development before returning to Reico in 2023 as part of our new Winchester, VA team. Kristin is passionate about i...

With a background in construction and remodeling dating back to 2017, Bryan Stafford joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2023 as a Key Business Manager.  His experience with installation and project management led him to getting a general contractors license, furthering his own industry knowledge and expertise. For Bryan, his goal to build great partner...

Graduating from Virginia Tech in 2019 with a Residential and Industrial Design degree, Evan focuses on providing both aesthetically pleasing and efficient designs to maximize the function of any space.  Kitchens and bathrooms are intimate and important areas for any homeowner.  Evan can provide insight on principles and trends while guiding clients...

With industry experience dating back to 2010, Jennifer Wright joined Reico Kitchen & Bath’s Winchester, VA team in 2023 as a Key Business Manager.   For Jennifer, it is her goal to make every client feel comfortable.  Every project is the opportunity to take their ideas and dreams and create designs that start on paper and come to life in the home....

Green Forest Cabinetry understands what customers need, offering value priced superior quality cabinetry. The product line features all wood cabinets assembled using advanced engineering and an innovative locking joint system that allows for the fastest and easiest assembly in the business and the cleanest look in the marketplace. It all adds up to...

As a kitchen and bathroom cabinet manufacturer that focuses solely on full overlay, full access cabinetry, Ultracraft is an expert at providing you with the look and feel that you desire for your kitchen, bathroom and any room in the house. Ultracraft's frameless cabinet construction offers up to 15% more usable space than manufacturers that rely o...

Introducing simplicity, in the form of cabinetry.  Merillat Basics gives you straightforward cabinets choices that can create exceptional looks.  All at a price point that makes it practical and extremely simple.  A well-defined variety of cabinet options is represented with an assortment of door styles, finishes and glaze options th...

With a background in flooring and tile design that transitioned into luxury home building and kitchen and bathroom design, as well as extensive training in computer aided design, Brian Lehmuth joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2024 as a Key Business manager. Brian’s goal is to create an experience for clients that balances their desires and their budg...

The Rev-a-Shelf goal is to make you change the way you think about cabinet accessories and cabinet organization!  The Rev-a-Shelf product line began as metal and polymer Lazy Susan components for kitchen cabinets manufactured for the largest U.S. kitchen and bathroom cabinet manufacturers.  Since then, it has grown into a market leading i...

With a diverse base of knowledge accumulated since 1997, David Loop joined the Wilmington, NC Reico Kitchen & Bath team in 2024 as a Key Business Manager. His experience includes time in both cabinet making and remodeling.  David has held residential electrical and plumbing certifications, appliance installation and service certification from Miele...

Our History...since 1952 Incorporated in 1952, Robinson Export-Import Corporation (Reico) was organized to distribute plywood and hardboard made in Finland to the Baltimore-Washington area. These products were sold primarily to manufacturers of kitchen cabinets, furniture and store fixtures. The core business changed in 1976 when Reico became a who...

Since 1952, Reico has been serving customers the only way we know how Since 1952, Reico Kitchen & Bath has been serving customers in a manner that has made us the industry leader. Besides being kitchen and bathroom design professionals and experts in installation, Reico Kitchen & Bath is known for providing the highest quality of customer s...

Let's find your design style There are a number of options to consider when finding the right design style for your new kitchen or bathroom. From Traditional and Modern to Eclectic and French Country, settling on a design style is an important early step in the remodeling process. What’s popular? Transitional design, that allows you to blend ...

Finding the right design ideas or your own design style When planning your new kitchen or bathroom, finding the right design ideas or your own design style is a hard but important early step in the remodeling process.  Trends are helpful but should not be your only resource for getting ideas.  Whether you need small kitchen design ideas o...

Start a Journey.   Find your career at Reico Kitchen & Bath.  Ready to see open positions?  Apply online now ! Whether you are new to the industry or an experienced designer ready to find a new challenge, Reico Kitchen & Bath provides you with opportunities to start on a journey that allows you to grow individually and a...

The Reico Difference The most important thing we can do for our clients is be up front and honest about what is going on in the industry and how it has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The entire cabinet industry, as well as other kitchen and bath industry products, is experiencing supply chain disruptions that are impacting lead times. As a...

Reico Kitchen & Bath Helps Provide Homes for Wounded Soldiers From the outside, tow homes at Fort Belvoir army base in Virginia appear as any other. Go inside however, and you’ll discover they are far from typical. The concept homes, part of the Wounded Warrior Home Project, were deliberately designed to make life more comfortable and fun...

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Kitchen Remodeling and Bathroom Remodeling Experts We are open and welcoming walk-in traffic. At any time you can request an appointment using the red Request Consultation button at the top of the page to meet in store or virtually. Located one minute off of I-440 at the Capital Blvd exit, head north and make an immediate right on Appliance Court, ...

Kitchen Remodeling and Bathroom Remodeling Experts. We are open and welcoming walk-in traffic. At any time you can request an appointment using the red Request Consultation button at the top of the page to meet in store or virtually. Located on W Tremont Ave just past the intersection with Hawkins St and walking distance from the The Rail Trail whe...

Kitchen Remodeling and Bathroom Remodeling Experts Please excuse our mess!  We are preparing to move into our new showroom and while walk ins are always welcome , to best serve you we recommend you call ahead or schedule an appointment at our design office to ensure the best possible use of your time. Please call us at anytime during normal busines...

Kitchen Remodeling and Bathroom Remodeling Experts We are open Monday through Saturday and welcoming walk-in traffic. At any time you can request an appointment using the red Request Consultation button at the top of the page to meet in store or virtually. Find kitchen cabinets, bathroom cabinets, appliances, countertops and more at our remodeled S...