Design Trends
There are a myriad of options to consider when selecting cabinetry for your kitchen. Wood species, finish, door style . . . you name it. One option we often float by clients is glass front doors. Glass front doors create visual interest, can break up long walls of cabinetry, and offer a place to display…
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Subway tile. It’s the ultimate neutral and always looks clean, lovely and timeless. It looks great in almost every kitchen or bath. A classic in every way, we love to see subway tile used in new and different ways. While you can never go wrong with the traditional brick pattern as seen on these two…
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When does a trend stop being just a “trend” and become a style with staying power? When it comes to countertop trends, we think the waterfall edge is here to stay. If you’re looking to go more modern and clean-lined in your kitchen, a waterfall counter or island makes a very sleek and clean statement.…
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When it comes to bathroom fixtures, touchless technology is now commonplace in public spaces. Fortunately, manufacturers are now implementing this sanitary-minded technology for the home. Whether your goal is to reduce the spread of germs in the bathroom or to keep things clean while you’re preparing food, touchless technology for the home is a convenient…
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If you’ve seen as many episodes of House Hunters as we have, you’ve heard the mantra, “I must have granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.” Neutral and easy to care for, stainless steel continues to dominate the appliances landscape, but many design-minded folks are incorporating color into their kitchens by way of their appliances. More…
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There’s a new tile trend that seems to be taking shape in the kitchen & bath design world . . . geometric tiles and backsplash designs. Triangles, circles, rectangles, hexagons, diamonds and other shapes make for a graphic and bold statement in your space and we’re loving it! Read on for some of our favorite…
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At Callier & Thompson, it’s our job to stay on top of the kitchen and bath trends. And what a fun job it is! . . . especially when we get to travel to Vegas for KBIS (the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show) to see all those trends in one place! This year’s show took…
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One of the biggest style trends at this year’s KBIS (the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show) was rustic chic. This trend works especially well for kitchens, since they’re the warm, heart of the home. Materials that dominate this trend include wood beams, knotty cabinetry, stone elements, heavy metals and earthy tones (not necessarily all at…
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The freestanding clawfoot tub is older than indoor plumbing, but these days, freestanding tubs are experiencing a renaissance of sorts. While many customers still go for the luxury of a jacuzzi and soothing jets, more and more homeowners are opting for soaking tubs in a myriad of shapes and styles. From copper to acrylic, oval…
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The team here at Callier & Thompson had a wonderful time bringing this St. Louis kitchen into the 21st century. The layout was functional and working for the homeowners, but the finishes were in need of a refresh. We didn’t change the footprint of this kitchen but updated the surfaces with cleaner, more modern finishes—creating…
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