The post discusses 35 kitchen countertop options, detailing their pros, cons, and price ranges. The author highlights a preference for Bianco Rhino marble, while noting durability concerns. Recommendations include seeking guidance from knowledgeable friends and involving family in the selection process to find the best countertop for one’s kitchen.
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For me, the fun part of a kitchen remodel – or any remodel for that matter – is picking out the pretty stuff. The hardware, the lighting, the countertops. The stuff that makes the space unique. So I enjoyed the process of picking out the details and letting Drew handle the details of how to make it all work! Our designer, Erin, was really helpful in sourcing the details and getting discounts that we wouldn’t have been able to get ourselves. So when you look out what we picked out below, remember the prices you see aren’t what we paid!
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For our kitchen, we knew we wanted to mix old and new elements to create a distinct look. One of the ways we brought in the old was in our pantry doors. We love finding off the beaten path places. Through recommendations from friends, we found two great places to source old elements at each end of Alabama. The first is Charles Phillips Antiques in Theodore just outside of Mobile. Eight warehouses make for fun browsing underneath the live oaks. We found the doors for our pantry here while the kids enjoyed playing hide and seek throughout the property. Charles
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Finding a reliable home construction and remodeling contractor can be challenging. However, a highly recommended cabinet maker, John Marc Cabinets, provides essential services, including understanding design preferences, accurate measurements, and effective communication. They adapt to changes and maintain timelines, contributing to a successful kitchen renovation process. Recommendations for contractors are encouraged.
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We have been so thrilled to be working with Erin Cossey (@e_c_interriors) on the remodel of our kitchen. She has worked with several people we know and has helped us with everything from the overall design of the space, recommending contractors, thinking through steps in the process and getting us great discounts on fixtures and finishes. A good designer will do 6 things: Listen to how you live and understand what your must haves are. For us, our must haves were a double oven with stove top, appliance garages with space for several appliances and a tv, a larger window
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Situated in the heart of North Central Costa Rica is La Fortuna, home of the Arenal Volcano and the National Park that surrounds it. In this area, you have the opportunity to visit the best that Costa Rica has to offer (except, well, a beach). If you are considering a trip to Costa Rica, we highly recommend spending some time in this area. While there make sure you: We didn’t have time to visit all of the attractions while there. There is so much to do and see in one of the most unique places we’ve been to by far
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The Kitchen Remodel Journey – Step 1: Find Inspiration Last week we kicked off the story of our kitchen remodel journey. We shared the before photos and a little context for why now is right time. Today, we’re sharing Step 1: Find Inspiration. For step 1 of our journey, we looked for inspiration both online and in person. These three photos capture images from Instagram that have helped shape our overall vision for the space: As seen above, these three Instagram accounts are my favorite to follow for inspiration and ideas: @vivirdesign View this profile on Instagram Vivir Design (@vivirdesign)
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The Best of Napa Valley Food Wine instead of food may be what you travel to Napa Valley to experience, but there is an abundance of great food in Napa Valley and at every price point. Of course, the valley is home to Thomas Keller’s famous French Laundry and other Michelin-Rated restaurants, but we found four spots worth revisiting that all have a unique vibe with unique eats. If you want something quick, inexpensive, and tasty, visit The Station in St. Helena. What was once a gas station from what looks like the 1950s is now a restaurant serving great breakfast all day
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The Kitchen Remodeling Journey: The Before Photos When another burner went out on the stove and the fridge went on the blink again, we decided to bite the bullet and fully renovate our kitchen. After spending a couple of years trying to continue to repair or replace appliances that just weren’t working and were in locations that just weren’t practical, we embarked on our kitchen remodel journey. We’ll spend several posts walking you through the steps we took and what we learned in the process and also recommend people, companies, and resources we found helpful. But first, the before photos:
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An aging structure and a growing family, provided this couple the perfect opportunity to repurpose their cabin into a space that fits their lifestyle.
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