January is all about focusing on the year ahead and making resolutions. So, what does the year ahead look like for your home? Is it time to make a change? If you want to keep on trend, there are a few key things that you should be paying attention to. And those things are the pointers that are coming out of the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show that’s h...

The number one question that you want to know when doing a kitchen remodel? How much is it going to cost? And you know the answer that’s frustrating... it depends. We all know that’s the worst. Of course it depends on what type of remodeling you’re doing. But you still want to know how much your remodel is going to cost.  

It’s 2019. Move over, millennial pink. The Pantone color of the year is living coral. This vibrant hue is rich and full of life, deeper yet bright than its millennial pink cousin. But it still remains neutral enough to incorporate into everyday life to add that pop of color. Which is why if you’re faced with a drab kitchen, it’s the ultimate color ...

You’ve got tile in your kitchen. You’ve got tile in your bathroom. Are you using it to your biggest advantage? There are a lot of different options for tile out there. You should know some basic rules of thumb if you’re looking to update the tile you already have, or even looking to add tile to your room for the first time. Here’s some help to ensu...

The budgeting question everyone wants to know... How much is this going to cost? Regardless of how excited we are, many of our thoughts about remodeling come back to the same question every time.  How much? How much does a kitchen remodel cost? How much does a bathroom remodel cost?  Generally speaking, determining remodeling costs is often guided ...

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, 19th and e...

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 elemen...

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 or a tradit...

Let's get this kitchen remodel started! Congratulations! You’ve done all the work and now your kitchen remodel is about to begin! Now it’s time to prepare for contsruction and consider the impact that the kitchen remodeling process will have on your home and lifestyle. The following are some things you can do to minimize the disruption you will exp...

The kitchen remodeling question everyone wants to know... How much is this going to cost? When it comes to determining kitchen remodeling costs, the general rule of thumb is that you should expect to spend between 5% to 10% of the current value of your home. But ultimately, how much you spend on your kitchen remodeling project is completely up to y...

Phase 3: Installation & Completion The Construction & Installation portion of your kitchen remodeling project Fast forward roughly 3-12 weeks since you your orders were placed and finally it is time to get started. Kitchen projects are one of the most complex home construction projects as they typically involve multiple trades including carpentry, ...

Phase 2: Ordering, Scheduling & Permits We’ve ordered your kitchen cabinets. Now hurry up…and wait. Congratulations! You’ve made all your decisions, finalized the design and signed off on your order. All the excitement that has built up to this point now…has…to…wait. Product lead times for kitchen cabinets can range depending on the type of cabinet...

Selecting Kitchen Appliances Selecting kitchen appliances is a critical driver to the kitchen design process. Finding and selecting your kitchen appliances first in the process helps identify space, gas/electrical locations and design requirements to create the right kitchen design for your space. Appliances are often considered the “jewelry” of th...

6 Kitchen Storage Ideas to maximize your own kitchen space Whether you have a small kitchen, are losing a wall to open up more space or just seem to have a lot of “stuff”, having the proper kitchen storage is a concern in every kitchen. Here are 6 ideas to consider that can help maximize your kitchen storage space: Cabinet Accessories for your Kitc...

Kitchen Design Ideas to help you create your own Kitchen focal point 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.Whether it is a broader point...

The 3 phases to a kitchen remodeling project Your head is filled with ideas from websites, TV shows, design magazines and more. So what is the next step to bring your kitchen remodeling ideas to life? The Reico Process There are typically 3 phases to your kitchen remodeling project: Information Gathering, Design & Pricing Ordering, Scheduling & Per...

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 eye on...

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 and full...

Maximize cabinet space and storage in a small kitchen design Wall depth bases and a bottom sink base drawer cabinets make better use of smaller kitchens where space is limited. 12” deep Wall bases offer a cabinet storage options in tighter depth spaces. A bottom sink base drawer cabinet offers storage in a cabinet that does not typically have a dra...

Pull Out Storage is just easier A small space can present design challenges in any size kitchen. Pull Out Storage Cabinets offer a variety of solutions, from wider spaces with larger items like dishes, pans, and food can be accessed to very narrow spaces where smaller items like spices, cups, glasses or other baking ingredients can be accessed. Wit...

Share your favorite items on an Open Shelf Storage Cabinet Open Storage Shelf cabinets add a more decorative look to any kitchen. From open storage pieces, carved legs and other decorative molding and trim accessories, you can an island or entire kitchen a distinctive look. Check out what a simple open shelf with a pair of decorative carved legs do...

Options for storing your Pots and Pans Next to the cooktop or range area is a very handy location to have a cabinet with roll out trays to access where you are storing pots and pans. A staggered roll out can easily accommodate pots and pans in a larger roll out tray with shorter, staggered shelves for your lids, offering convenience and organizatio...