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Kalamazoo Gourmet has a countertop pizza oven, outdoor-rated dishwasher and other great outdoor options!

If you want the room to look great, choose something great to build on and don’t get distracted by other “great buys” or a spontaneous purchase that will never get you there!

Often when a homeowner wants a fresh look, they paint! When doing so, pull together your favorite pieces of art or the fabrics you will be keeping and select a color that enhances what you have.

You ARE the cook! This range will possibly do all the work for you!

    You can find great towels, reasonably priced at Frontgate.com.

Corian will soon have the option of your phone charging station being part of the countertop! Just lay your phone on the spot for a recharge!

A COFFEE SYSTEM THAT DOESN'T STIR IN A SPOONFUL OF FRUSTRATION Espresso, cappuccino, latte, macchiato, long or short coffee, even hot water for tea – they're all at your fingertips with the remarkable new Wolf built-in coffee system. Produce professional-quality drinks from whole beans with the touch of a few...

  The Node electrical outlet eliminates the need for a power strip, though it will occupy much more wall space. However, given its minimalist lines it should blend into almost any decor.

  On a recent luxury home tour of an Old World Mediterranean residence, these items were mentioned. You could use this as a checklist of materials and features for your own villa.   Colletti Wrought iron 2” fully welded steel entry doors with kiln casted glass panels and solid iron...

Dunn Edwards is California based with the production plant in Phoenix.  Their paints are formulated for the Southwest and its intense heat.

  How cool is this! Dustpans in your baseboards work with your central vac system. Watch video.

Love to read in bed? The typical height for a swing arm lamp is 42” from the bottom of the shade to the floor. Both Christopher Norman and Hinson-Hansen have good choices. Adding dimmers is advisable.  

  Do you have a boring hall wall? Add a chalkboard wall! The paint is available at most home improvement stores and with the popularity of dark gray walls and accents, continuity will ensue. A smooth wall is required.

A recycle, waste drawer has been a staple in the kitchens I have designed for over 15 years. Rev-A-Shelf has a soft close for heavy loads. The base works with 35 qt. and 50 qt. containers.

Sealy mattress company has a new offering - Opticool - starting at $1200 that allows each half of the mattress to be cooled. Desert dwellers rejoice!