PROJECT REVEAL: EAST MAGNETIC BATHROOM
Small bathrooms can pack the most punch. The opportunity for transformation is huge. This small East Magnetic bathroom was no different. THE BEFORE. These type of bathrooms are typical in an old home. They aren’t overly huge and are seriously lacking in...
CHOOSING YOUR COUNTERTOP: PROS AND CONS
The countertop is the workhorse of the kitchen, supporting us through meal prep and catching every spill. Overall, picking the right countertops is essential for achieving a functional, visually appealing, and personalized kitchen design that aligns with your needs...
WHAT MAKES A CURIO KITCHEN
What makes a kitchen a…Curio Kitchen? We work with our clients closely to make sure their kitchen meets their needs and makes their dreams come true. But we sprinkle our specific Curio Kitchen Magic in along the way. How do we do it? WHAT MAKES A CURIO KITCHEN::...
COSTS THAT DRIVE UP YOUR KITCHEN RENO BUDGET
A kitchen renovation is always an investment, but that doesn’t mean we can’t appreciate thinking strategically to reduce the overall costs. We work intensively with our clients to bring their vision to life…from finishes to furniture. When...
PROJECT REVEAL: COASTAL CHIC DINING AND KITCHEN
The third part of the full reveal of the Curio Coastal Chic is here. So far we have covered the upstairs bath and main floor bath. We loved how that space came together and pulled complementary finishes throughout the rest of the home. THE BEFORE. This space had so...
OUR FAVORITE BROWN PAINT COLORS
Neutrals are making a comeback, baby. And we are loving brown the most. No one panic, this color can be bright, sophisticated, and modern. Our favorite browns are warm and comforting. They complement traditional styles and they highlight the natural elements in your...
PROJECT REVEAL: JAPANDI JACK AND JILL
We are suckers for symmetry so a good Jack and Jill bathroom renovation was an exciting project for us! THE BEFORE. This space was pretty builder-basic. A standard condo bathroom which was suitable for the needs of the client but DEFINITELY did not showcase their...
HOW TO PLAN YOUR KITCHEN LAYOUT
Great kitchens need great colors, and great textures…but more than anything, they need an efficient workspace. Stay with me here…layout might not be as flashy as choosing a wallpaper, but the impact on your daily life is much more significant…we...
CHOOSING A NEW KITCHEN SINK: THE PROS AND CONS
When renovating your kitchen, the last thing you probably are thinking about is sink style. When we start working with a client on their kitchen we run through a number of questions to help determine project goals and selections. Kitchen sink is one of the specific...The Curio Design Blog
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