Callier & Thompson Blogs

The Art of Harmonizing: Creating Your Home’s Color Scheme

Remodeling means something different to every homeowner. Whether you’re refreshing your countertops, revamping your cabinetry, or redesigning your space entirely, color is a core element of good design. The right combination can transform a space, evoking emotions and setting the tone for the entire room. Now, consider that roughly ten million shades of color can…

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Personal Inspiration for Timeless Design

If you’re planning to remodel your kitchen, there’s a good chance you already have an overflowing Pinterest board, Houzz ideabook, and a smartphone full of beautiful inspiration. So, what keeps you from taking the next step? A common scenario is that a potential client will know what they like when they see it but feel…

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Our Favorite Things

The design phase is one of the most exciting aspects of a kitchen or bath remodel.  It’s a fantastic opportunity to explore your needs, wants, likes, dislikes, and overall project vision.  This is where collaborating with an experienced designer can maximize the impact of your investment tremendously.  We all know the basic needs of a…

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Remodeling vs. Moving – Which is Right for You?

As far back as 535 BC, it’s been said that change is the only constant in life. Looking over the past five years alone, it’s clear that Heraclitus was on to something. These days it could mean a new baby, older kids moving out, an aging family member moving in, or the home you love…

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Lumens, Candles, and Kelvins – Oh My

When it comes to lighting, it’s easy to get caught up in aesthetics. Let’s face it; that’s the fun part! Thankfully, lighting options have gone from standard to astounding in every color, shape, and size. We have glowing sculptural statements, layered and backlit alternatives that create a dramatic effect, pendants for every style, and chandeliers…

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Bathroom Trends 2023

Time spent in your bathroom should do more than bookend your day. It should set the tone and create a sense of sanctuaryeach time you enter. While kitchens have been the spotlight in recent years, bathrooms are following suit by growing in size with a more personalized design. Many are removing walls to increase the…

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Kitchen Trends 2023

Although we may never want to hear the word pandemic again, there’s no denying the experience has changed how we view our homes and how we want to feel in our space. It compelled us to rethink traditional boundaries and incorporate elements that embrace nature, wellness, and sustainability while showcasing creative displays in a multi-functional…

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Trending Kitchen Layouts for 2023

At the start of each new year, we’re drawn toward the notion of renovation and rejuvenation.  Our desire for a fresh perspective in our homes often concentrates on the areas where we spend the most time, which is usually the kitchen.  Maybe your habits have changed, your family has grown, or rather than a full…

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Planning Ahead For Your Remodel

Transforming the interior of your home in the pandemic era creates fabulous opportunities and unique challenges. At this point, we’ve all been bombarded with data on the trifecta of inflation, supply chain issues, and labor shortages affecting every aspect of our lives. Add the decrease in available homes on the market and the increase in…

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C&T Appliance Division vs. Big Box Stores

There are a lot of decisions to make when updating your appliances. Chief among them should be who you entrust with your investment. If you’ve tried Googling “appliances,” you were probably faced with about 1,070,000,000 results, which left you with far more questions than answers. Whether you’re replacing a simple cooktop or an entire kitchen…

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