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Perfect end to a kitchen tile backsplash with a beautiful color coordinated trim piece that provides a finished look and doesn’t call attention to the “end” of the splash. carlaaston.com

Where do you end a kitchen backsplash?

March 29, 2023 in Designing, Kitchen, Remodeling

Is there a rule to this? I've been asked this before. Personally, I always try to go with the cleanest, neatest transitions on any job.

I’m republishing this post today from 2021 as I toured a couple of million dollar model homes recently and saw a detail that I talk about avoiding here in this post. :-(

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How To Make Your Boring, All-White Kitchen Look Alive!

March 25, 2023 in Color, Decorating, Designing, Kitchen

Kitchens with white cabinets; white marble counters; white tile backsplash; white mouldings and walls; and maybe a wood floor: Where’s the visual interest? Can we make a white kitchen more interesting without a big redo?

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This new GE range has an air fryer, so you don’t have to have that large appliance sitting on your countertop anymore. KBIS 2023 | carlaaston.com

New and Unique Intros from the Kitchen and Bath Show

March 22, 2023 in Bath, Color, Kitchen, Products

I wanted to share some more new and unique intros I saw at KBIS, the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show in Las Vegas, that I didn’t cover in my two previous posts.

These items were unique finds that deserve a moment of attention themselves, like that new GE range in the photo with an air fryer mode. You might just find that perfect niche product here that would fill a void in your home!

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Tags: KBIS, kitchen and bath, 2023 trends, kitchen and bath trends, appliances, plumbing fixtures

Styling Advice for Consoles and a Stone Fireplace Mantel

March 18, 2023 in Decorating, Color, Q&A, Shopping

I’m sharing some styling advice and the accessories that I recommended in a recent Q & A for two consoles and a stone fireplace mantel.

I think you might find this helpful too, as it deals primarily with the underlying color tone of the stone as far as what dictated the accessories and a piece of furniture she had.

Some good general decorating ideas to go by….

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Tags: pink stone, stone fireplace, console, fireplace mantel, home decor, styling table tops, fireplace mantel decor, stone wall, Subscriber Questions 1

Picture Frames for your Bookshelves, Tabletop or Dresser | carlaaston.com

Designer Approved Picture Frames For Your Bookcase, Tabletop or Dresser

March 15, 2023 in Decorating, Products, Shopping

This is one item you typically DON’T see designers purchasing for their clients when they accessorize their homes at the end of an installation.

Have you ever seen picture frames out on tabletops, in bookcases or on dressers in a designer’s portfolio? Well, today I’m sharing picture frame buying and arranging tips and have lots of frames to share!

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Tags: picture frames, photo frames, family photos, displaying pictures, photo display, bookshelf styling
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