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15 Stylish Kitchen Range Hood Ideas (15 photos)

A kitchen range hood conceals a fan that exhausts poor-quality air from the cooking area and removes grease, smoke and odors. A hood often also provides a light to illuminate the range top. But in addition to the practical aspects of these appliances, a range hood can also add serious style to a kitchen....

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Family Gatherings in Argentina Inspire a Pavilion and Guesthouse (21 photos)

“I’m from Argentina, where the concept of a quincho — an outdoor dining space where we barbecue and dine together — is common for almost every home,” Seattle homeowner Cecilia Flombaum says. “Every family gathers on Saturday or Sunday for hours, during the slow cooking of the meat, and sits down...

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How to Get a Joyful, Clutter-Free Dining Room (9 photos)

The dining room is a place to gather for good food and conversation. But between meals, it can also become a free-for-all drop zone for random clutter. In this series, we’re approaching each room in the house by identifying what sparks...

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How to Remodel Your Kitchen (11 photos)

You’ve decided to remodel your kitchen. Now what? Not knowing where to start, many homeowners start by looking at kitchen appliances. Others collect inspiring kitchen...

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Houzz Tour: Organic Style on an Avocado Ranch (24 photos)

This contemporary 1980s home in Moorpark, California, is surrounded by an avocado farm and located down a long and winding single-lane road lined with beautiful citrus trees. “You know, it’s interesting — we started preserving midcentury architecture when it was just about as old as 1980s houses are...

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How to Create a Joyful, Clutter-Free Bathroom (10 photos)

Imagine entering your bathroom to see clean, clear surfaces, freshly folded towels and just a few carefully chosen bath products beside the sink. A small vase of flowers brightens up the windowsill, and a tray resting over the tub holds a candle and essential oils, awaiting your next leisurely...

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5 Trends in New Engineered Countertops and Surfaces for 2024 (20 photos)

Engineered surfaces are touted for their durability, low-maintenance qualities and ability to mimic the look of a wide variety of real stone and other materials. Many new styles, colors and features of engineered countertops and other surfaces drew attention at the recent 2024...

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How to Light Your Bedroom Right (6 photos)

We all need sleep, and many of us could use more of it and of higher quality. Light can either disrupt your sleep or help you sleep better. The trick is knowing what kind of light to use in your bedroom and when and where to use it. The following tips will help you layer in proper bedroom lighting,...

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Before and After: 3 Refreshing Green Kitchens (9 photos)

Green’s annual moment of glory is upon us, with plenty o’ folks donning emerald and shamrock hues to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. But green can enliven the heart of the home all year round, especially when all the cabinets march to the same color tune. Here we share how designers revived three kitchens...

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What Will We Want in Our Landscapes in 2024? (8 photos)

Landscapes have come into their own in recent years, with more of us embracing the abundant uses of our outdoor spaces. We increasingly see our yard as a habitat for wildlife, a place that boosts well-being and a space to grow plants for food. And, if our trend predictions for 2024 are anything to go...

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How to Create a Joyful, Clutter-Free Kitchen (10 photos)

From quick weekday breakfasts to special-occasion dinners planned and prepared with care, the kitchen is nearly always a hub of household activity — which also means it’s a common place for clutter to accumulate. Here we look at ways of clearing the clutter and creating a beautiful, useful space in the...

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Bathroom of the Week: Fresh, Bright Look With More Breathing Room (10 photos)

This couple loved the light and airy feel of their midcentury modern home in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles. So stepping into their primary en suite bathroom and encountering lots of muddy-brown tile and two circular black vanities felt like a serious disconnect.
Wanting a lighter...

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4 Designer Tips for a Fashionable Entry (14 photos)

Often overlooked, the entry to a home can set the decorative vibe for the rest of the interiors. The area should be inviting and welcoming, but also should coordinate with the style throughout the home. And while there are many things you can do to make those things happen, here are my four go-to tips...

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8 Clever New Kitchen Appliance Features (10 photos)

The kitchen appliances introduced at the recent Kitchen & Bath Industry Show in Las Vegas were full of innovations aimed at making cooking and cleanup easier and healthier. Some products are available now; others are rolling out in the coming months. The features below stood...

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10 Decluttering Projects You Can Do in 15 Minutes or Less (10 photos)

Let’s face it: Clearing clutter doesn’t usually top our list of fun things to do. Sure, the joy of a clutter-free space is something we can all get behind, but finding the time (and the motivation) to make it happen is quite another matter. That’s where quickie clutter clearing...

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Houzz Tour: Elegant, Earthy Ranch House for an Empty-Nest Couple (34 photos)

A mostly retired couple loved their longtime home north of Minneapolis, but they wanted to be closer to their grown kids and grandchildren. So they pulled up stakes and moved to a suburb west of the city, where they built this custom ranch-style home alongside a golf course.
The home’s main-floor...

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Patio of the Week: Sloping Side Yard Becomes a Relaxing Retreat (9 photos)

The owners of this contemporary space hired landscape designer Henry Scott to turn an unusable, sloping section of their side yard into a spot where they could relax and entertain. They also needed help siting and designing around a newly purchased backyard studio and home office.

The...

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10 Trends for New Kitchen and Bath Faucets and Fixtures in 2024 (48 photos)

Many people replace their faucets and fixtures during a kitchen or bath remodel. But while the basic function tends to stay the same — managing the flow of water — innovations in style, color and technology abound in new kitchen and bath products debuting now and in the coming months. Many eye-catching...

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How to Survive a Major Remodeling Project (8 photos)

A significant home improvement project rates high on the list of life’s most stressful tasks. Horror stories abound, causing racing pulses at the mere thought of contractors taking over your home. But it has to be done! That new kitchen, bathroom or bedroom suite won’t come into being until you enter...

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7 Major Decorating Mistakes and How to Avoid Them (9 photos)

A huge reason many people don’t get around to tackling a decorating project is because they’re afraid to make a costly mistake. To give you the confidence to start your own dream design, here is a list of seven major design mistakes that can affect your entire project, along with photos of rooms that...

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Kitchen of the Week: Rich Color and Style in a 19th-Century Condo (14 photos)

A young couple’s Chicago condo had gorgeous details dating to the late 19th century, including a coved ceiling and mahogany-inlay floors in the dining room. But its kitchen was a different story. “Whoever did whatever they did in the 1990s with that pink countertop and the maple cabinets did not pay...

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Tour Richard Neutra’s Iconic Kaufmann Desert House Gardens (19 photos)

For the first time in Palm Springs Modernism Week’s 19-year history, architect Richard Neutra’s iconic Kaufmann Desert House opened to the public in February. When tickets became available in December to tour the home’s landscape during this year’s annual festival of modern design, architecture, art,...

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12 Trends in Kitchen Appliances for 2024 (17 photos)

Kitchen appliances are always evolving, and the latest looks and newest features often premiere at the combined Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) and International Builders’ Show (IBS). With dozens of appliance manufacturers exhibiting their products in one place, the annual...

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Japan’s Riken Yamamoto Wins the 2024 Pritzker Architecture Prize (20 photos)

Architect and social advocate Riken Yamamoto of Yokohama, Japan, has won the 2024 Pritzker Architecture Prize. The annual prize is considered the field’s top honor.
Yamamoto is known for designs that blur the lines between private and public spaces to foster a strong sense
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Bathroom of the Week: Serene Retreat for Empty Nesters (14 photos)

This Minneapolis couple had lived in their home for more than 20 years and renovated most of the rooms over time. However, they didn’t get around to their own primary bathroom until their children had flown the nest. “Walking through their house, I could see that my clients liked a very clean, monochromatic...

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6 Reasons to Hire a Home Design Professional (8 photos)

Residential designers (architects, interior designers and others) bring a wealth of knowledge and skills to make sure all aspects of remodeling and custom home projects go as smoothly as possible.
Talk with almost anyone who’s ever tried to do a construction project without pro help, and you’ll...

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20 Kitchen Windows That Take In the View (20 photos)

A kitchen window is a great place to start when looking to create better connection between your indoor and outdoor spaces. Whether you simply want to play up the views from inside or soften the barrier between your home and landscape, check out these 20 kitchen windows and doors uploaded by pros on...

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4 Must-Have Features for a Small Living Room (12 photos)

I’ve shared how I help homeowners maximize their small kitchens. But there are also plenty of ways to perform similar design magic in other small rooms. Here I’ll focus on compact living rooms....

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10 Design Trends for New Kitchen and Bath Products in 2024 (44 photos)

Many product manufacturers use the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) and International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Las Vegas to debut new products and features. This year’s events, combined as Design and Construction Week, drew 117,000 attendees to 2,400 exhibitors spread out over...

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8 Tips to Get Your Early-Spring Garden Ready for the Season (10 photos)

With the first day of spring approaching, many of us are eager to jump into the new season. There may still be snow on the ground where you live — in which case, save this list for later — but gardeners in many areas can get started now with post-winter cleanup and getting gardens ready for spring. Read...

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Mar. 8, 2024

KBIS 2024 Review

KBIS 2024 did not disappoint! Marking its 60th anniversary, KBIS 2024 “exponentially grew from 2023,” attracting new and international exhibitors. Per NKBA, there was a 40% increase in new exhibitors at KBIS, and, with over 41,500 visitors – it was the largest turnout KBIS has ever seen. Per the official KBIS 2024 Wrap Up, “attendees […]

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Jan. 9, 2024

KBIS 2024 Preview

KBIS 2024 is less than 4 weeks away! Preparations are well underway for our KBIS 2024 display. Find us at Booth #N1863 in the North Hall from February 27-29, 2024 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. UNVEILING AT KBIS 2024 We’re incredibly excited to introduce new collections, materials, finishes, and more at KBIS 2024. New […]

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Dec. 20, 2023

Premiering at KBIS 2024: New Titanium Finish for Metallic Accents

PREMIERING AT KBIS 2024 | BOOTH #N1863 New Titanium Finish for Metallic Accents At KBIS 2024, we’ll be premiering a new Titanium finish for Metallic Accents at booth N1863. With the addition of the new Titanium finish, we will carry Metallic Accents in eight finishes come 2024. The addition of Titanium to our line is […]

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Dec. 14, 2023

Stay Trendy in 2024 with Designs of Distinction

Trending… Sustainable, Organic, & Earthy At Designs of Distinction®, we work tirelessly to bring trending components and materials to market. 2024 Trend Reports reveal that sustainable, organic, and earthy materials are at the top of mind for today’s buyers who want to recreate the harmony of nature indoors. Our materials – including American-made hardwood tambour, […]

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Dec. 7, 2023

Premiering at KBIS 2024: Base Shapes for Use with Tambour Panels

PREMIERING AT KBIS 2024 | BOOTH #N1863 Base Shapes for Use with Tambour Panels At KBIS 2024, we’ll be premiering our new product line – Base Shapes for Use with Tambour Panels – at booth N1863. We’ll be showing three new shapes, including angled (shown above), cylinder, and rectangle. Our new Base Shapes were inspired […]

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Nov. 28, 2023

Partners in Style: Designs of Distinction is CMA’s Fall 2023 Featured Associate

Cabinet Manufacturers Association’s (CMA) publication, PROfiles, is a quarterly magazine focused on member’s achievements, business practices, innovative projects, and more. Their Fall 2023 issue features Designs of Distinction as a Featured Associate; Kathy Constantine, VP of Designs of Distinction, had the opportunity to interview with Carla Atkinson from CMA. We’re excited to share the “Partners […]

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Oct. 9, 2023

Designer DripEdge™ wins KBB’s Product Award for Functional Hardware

We’re excited to share that our Designer DripEdge™ has been chosen for this year’s KBB Product Awards in the Functional Hardware category! KBB – Kitchen & Bath Business – is the official publication of the NKBA and KBIS (National Kitchen & Bath Association and Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, respectively). Each fall, KBB names new […]

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Sep. 27, 2023

Designs of Distinction joins NBMDA

New NBMDA Membership Designs of Distinction® recently joined NBMDA – the North American Building Material Distribution Association. With this new membership, we’re aiming to reach new commercial and residential trade professionals. Additionally, we plan to unveil a brand new Distributor Program at the 2023 NBMDA Annual Convention this November. Per NBMDA’s website, “NBMDA is a […]

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Aug. 16, 2023

Live Interview with Chief Architect

Last month, we had the pleasure of going live on Chief Architect’s Instagram for an interview about Designs of Distinction and our new Chief Architect design software catalog. Continue reading for interview highlights from August 2023. The Interview Q: Can you tell us a little about yourself and Designs of Distinction by Brown Wood, Inc.? […]

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Jul. 6, 2023

Product Feature: Showroom Display Frame

Sample Kits have been all the rage in 2023! And we don’t just say that… research shows design professionals want quality samples from manufacturers. Quality samples is #1 on the RICKI’s list of “top 5 desired marketing support from manufacturers.” As such, we’ve been hyper-focused on revamping and expanding our line of Sample Kits. Today, […]

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Mar. 12, 2024

Cut-to-Size Materials Webinar – April 10, 2024

  Cut-to-Size Materials – Designs of Distinction Join us on Wednesday, April 10 at 11 AM CST for our first Webinar! In this session, we will discuss our Cut-to-Size Materials. We will address questions such as: – What does Cut-to-Size mean? – What materials are available to Cut-to-Size? – How are Cut-to-Size materials priced? – […]

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Mar. 12, 2024

Closets Conference & Expo / Wood Pro Expo Illinois – April 17-19, 2024

  VIEW OUR EXHIBITOR PORTAL HERE Register for FREE using Guest Pass Code: DDBROWN24   About the Show Conference: April 17, 2024  |  Expo: April 18-19, 2024  Closets Conference & Expo is co-located with Wood Pro Expo Illinois The 2024 Closets Conference & Expo is the ONLY international tradeshow for the closets and home organization industry. The […]

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