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If you’re planning a remodel of your kitchen, bathroom, or any other part of your home, then there are lots of online tools and resources that can help you find new ideas and plan your design. Augmented reality (AR) apps are particularly useful for helping you visualize how things will look in the space, while others allow you to easily take measurements using the app. RoomScan Pro Draw up quick and easy floor plans of a room or your entire home with RoomScan Pro. Great for getting measurements and dimensions to help aid your design process and when working with designers. This app uses AR to draw up accurate plans that help you visualize your space, and can be used outdoors as well. Measured Measured is another app that is…

At The Kitchen Center, we’re all about designing custom storage solutions that help make organization a little bit easier for you, in every room of the house. So, we also like to provide you with tips and tricks to boost your organization skills and keep your house clutter-free. And one organization expert took the world by storm a few years ago through various books and her Netflix special, Tidying Up With Marie Kondo. So, what is the Marie Kondo method of tidying up and how can it help you? Read on to find out… The KonMari Method The simple principle behind Marie Kondo’s method for tidying, decluttering, and organizing is that everything you own should spark joy in some way. Always keeping this in mind will help to reduce the…

Designing Your Custom Garage Door One of the best things about owning your own home is being able to design and redesign it however you like. Think about garage doors; you no longer need to put up with the standard garage door that every other house on your street has. You can design a custom door that suits your home, style, and the needs of you and your family. Whether you want a different style, a different color, a different size, or a different type of door, Carolina Garage Door can help you design the custom garage door that’s right for you. The benefits of a custom garage door If you have a garage that’s slightly different to the standard size and shape, then choosing a custom garage door ensures…

No matter how comprehensive and well-organized your home storage solutions are, there are always things that seem to get in the way and take up unnecessary space. I’m talking about seasonal items that only come out of the closet for a short period each year or other items that don’t get much use. If you want to free your everyday storage spaces of these things, here are some tips for the best ways to store them efficiently. Garage The garage often becomes the dumping ground of these kinds of items, left to clutter up the space and never see the light of day. But the garage can be an effective solution for storing seasonal items while still keeping them in good condition. Utilizing vertical space in your garage through hooks…

What tends to be the central hub of your home when you’re relaxing with family or entertaining guests? Is it the kitchen? The living room? The dining room? Well, you don’t have to choose just one if you opt for an open plan kitchen in your home. Open plan living is an increasingly popular trend, allowing you to have one larger space that consists of the kitchen and dining room, for example, without a wall in between. The kitchen, living room, and dining room are all popular spaces to open up and merge together. Let’s look at some advantages and design tips to help you decide on your open plan kitchen. Why choose an open plan kitchen? There are lots of great benefits an open plan kitchen offers in your…

Should You Get A Walk-In Closet? Here at the Kitchen Center, we’re not just about designing custom kitchens to suit our customers’ needs. We also design, build, and install custom closet systems for bespoke storage that suits your home and lifestyle. One popular trend that some people dream of having in their home is the walk-in closet or wardrobe.  If you’re deciding whether to get a walk-in closet for your home, read on for some of the pros and cons that will help you decide. What is a walk-in closet? If you’re not familiar with the concept, a walk-in closet is essentially a small room dedicated to storage and organization. It’s like a regular closet, except you can comfortably stand inside it and browse all the clothes and other items…

Have you ever reached into your closet for an item of clothing you haven’t worn in a while, only to find that it has a bad odor? Instead of putting on that clean item of clothing, you have to wash it again before wearing it. To avoid this annoyance, let’s look at some ways you can keep the clothes and other items in your closet smelling fresh. Check for mold and mildew Mold or mildew could be behind those musty smells your clothes come out with. This is common since closets don’t usually have much ventilation. Try to clean inside your closet on a regular basis and check thoroughly for mold and mildew when you do so. You can get rid of this using a combination of bleach and warm…

Imagine having every room in your home perfectly organized, with custom storage solutions made to fit each room. As well as looking great, this dream situation will also make your home more efficient and even relaxing. We’ve already looked at how to improve your organization and maximize storage in your pantry and your garage, now let’s turn to the laundry room. Read on for expert storage and organization tips for your laundry room. Include counter space Whether you’re folding clothes and doing other chores or are simply looking for a little open storage space, a countertop can make an extremely practical addition to your laundry room. A counter can fit perfectly installed over the top of your washing machine and/or dryer. As well as storing things on the counter for…

Closets big and small often end up as dumping grounds. You throw things in there when they don’t have another place, then you can’t find anything in the heaps of belongings when you need something from there. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Whether you’ve got a small closet space or a spacious walk-in closet, there are lots of storage solutions to help you organize the space efficiently. There are lots of different ways to store your things that can help you maximize space, such as, Shelves Drawers Rails Hooks Boxes Using a combination of these storage methods is usually the best way to make the most of your space. The shape, size, and style of your closet will determine the best methods for storing your things. And…

Bathroom cabinets are often overlooked, but they can easily turn a small room into somewhere with practical and stylish storage space. Custom bathroom cabinets, whether they’re within a vanity or independent from it, can be used to store towels, toiletries, medication, makeup, hair products, and more. In this blog, we’ve got some tips to help you design your custom bathroom cabinets with The Kitchen Center. Cabinet faces The main appearance of your bathroom cabinets will be made up of the front face of them. We use a variety of solid woods to design quality custom bathroom cabinets. They can be simple flat-faced cabinet doors or finished with grooves and inlays to create a more detailed style. This depends on your style preferences and whether you’re looking for a more modern…