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Houzz Tour: Scandinavian Modern Meets Horse Country in Minnesota (21 photos)

For this new build on a Minnesota horse farm, the design was all about balance between Scandinavian modern and sophisticated country styles. The homeowners are a retired couple who had been inspired by a recent trip to Europe when they met interior designer Emily Pueringer.
“They came back really...

Light Reinvents Design at Maison & Objet 2025 (24 photos)

Lighting designers at the recent Maison & Objet 2025 trade fair in Paris pushed the boundaries of their art to transform light into a sensory experience, drawing on surrealist poetry, ecological commitment, excellent craftsmanship and technological innovation.

Before and After: 5 Refreshingly Romantic Gardens for Gathering (15 photos)

Lacy cards, beauty-queen-worthy bouquets and beribboned boxes of chocolate often symbolize romance, especially around Feb. 14. But when it comes to gardens, romantic expression can be subtler and more wide-ranging. It can mean a single secluded alcove or an array of intimate nooks, or it can focus on...

10 Decluttering Projects You Can Do in 30 Minutes or Less (11 photos)

Facing a cluttered space can feel disheartening — who has the time (or frankly, the desire) to spend all day clearing clutter? But the thing is, making progress toward a clean, clutter-free space doesn’t have to be something you devote an entire day to. Instead, by carving out bite-size chunks...

Yard of the Week: Places for Growing, Working and Playing (21 photos)

The homeowners, a couple with a teenage daughter and two dogs, each had a must-have feature for the backyard redesign of their Seattle home. The wife wanted a place where she could work from home that would feel separate from the main house. The husband wanted a place where he could put his gardening...

7 New Bathrooms With Luxurious Showers (7 photos)

Few things create a spa-like feel at home like an upscale shower. Multiple shower heads and body sprays, steam functions, integrated bathtubs and elegant materials and finishes can help deliver a soothing, rejuvenating experience. Here, design professionals share details of seven seriously luxurious...

Highlights From the Maison & Objet Design Fair 2025 (15 photos)

The latest edition of the Maison & Objet fair, held recently at the Paris Nord Villepinte exhibition center (Jan. 16-20), explored the line between real and imaginary through its bold theme, Sur/Reality. The joyous celebration of a century of surrealism welcomed unbridled creativity inspired by the...

After Declines in 2024, Building and Design Firms Expect Growth (26 photos)

Residential construction and design professionals have an optimistic outlook for 2025, with more than 3 in 5 firms reporting positive expectations for overall business performance, according to the just-released 2025 U.S. Houzz State of the Industry report. Businesses across industry sectors anticipate...

Kitchen of the Week: Warm and Welcoming in Beige and Blue (14 photos)

This couple lived in their upscale Carlsbad, California, tract home for nearly 25 years wondering what to do about their aging kitchen. They just couldn’t decide on the style and layout changes they should make to create the warm and welcoming look and feel they wanted. Eventually, they went on Houzz...

10 Ways to Make Your Home Feel Like a Resort (14 photos)

Maybe you want a staycation week to feel like a vacation away, or you’ve done some New Year’s cleaning and want to freshen up your house. Whatever the reason, thinking about how a resort makes you feel is a great way to inspire a few changes at home. Here’s a look at how to bring some of the resort...

The 4 Stages of a Remodel: The Renewal of Vows (6 photos)

Passing the midway point of a remodel can be an exciting time. After weeks (or months, but hopefully not years) of being in a state of disarray, things finally start to feel as if they’re coming together.

Your Guide to a Smooth-Running Construction Project (9 photos)

Imagine walking into your newly built or remodeled home and seeing it exactly as you had imagined it at the start of construction: the windows are all in the right places, the flooring is the right color, and the kitchen cabinets are a perfect fit.
Now allow me to pinch you on the arm, because...

Bathroom of the Week: Updated Traditional Style and a Spa Feeling (14 photos)

“Make it feel like a spa and be low-maintenance” is a bathroom remodeling request interior designer Jena Bula often gets from her clients. This primary bathroom she designed for two empty nesters near Charlotte, North Carolina, was no exception. Their wish-list items included lightening the space up,...

Where to Splurge and Where to Save When Decorating (20 photos)

There are some fundamental areas of the home where it makes sense to invest more on certain pieces — or to hold back in lieu of something more rewarding. To help you create a balanced decor budget, here are areas to invest more in and areas where you can invest less.

Houzz Tour: Midcentury Modern Home With a Treehouse Vibe (32 photos)

This unique 1960 home in a suburb of San Antonio, Texas, was designed by architect Robert Harris for Bernard Lifshutz, a prominent San Antonio real estate developer, civil rights activist and historic preservationist. The home changed hands several times over the years, and with each renovation, the...

Before and After: 4 Winning White, Wood and Blue Kitchens (11 photos)

Want to up your kitchen’s color game without going over the top? Bring in blue to round out a white-and-wood lineup. Especially in a limited range of shades, as in the four kitchens below, blue can add personality and splashes of interest while still feeling calm and clean. Check out the results and...

How to Connect Your Home's Indoor and Outdoor Spaces (15 photos)

Having a room that connects to the landscape is a winner at any time of year, making great use of space in the summer and allowing spirit-lifting views of nature and the sky in winter. But what’s the best way to make the indoors and outdoors work in harmony with each other? Here, experts suggest ways...

Patio of the Week: Small City Yard for Gathering and Growing (12 photos)

“This was a quintessential Chicago city project for us, and it was a fun project,” landscape architect Benjamin Himschoot says. His clients, parents of two preteens, had a nice deck off their home but were eager to make the most of the rest of their small yard.
The new design includes a flexible...

To-Dos: Your February Home Checklist (11 photos)

February is a time of year to indulge in home comforts like cooking big-batch meals, reading in the afternoon and watching movies with the family. Here are a dozen ideas to add to your to-do list this month, from the necessary (clearing sidewalks of snow and ice, say) to the just-for-fun (treating yourself...

20 Stylish Bathrooms With Shower-Tub Combos (20 photos)

Many homes feature a compact bathroom with a vanity, toilet and shower-tub combo, typically with these elements lined up in that order along a single wall. While this space-saving setup is fairly standard, the style doesn’t have to be — as you’ll see when scrolling through these bathrooms recently uploaded...

Kitchen of the Week: Charming English Style in Green and Wood (9 photos)

After living in their historic 1835 house for a few years, this Milton, Massachusetts, couple with three kids wanted the basic kitchen to better match the traditional charm of their home. Their existing space felt cramped and dated with aging white cabinets and black countertops. A wood-topped island...

Tour a Warm Industrial Condo High Up in a Former Grain Silo (11 photos)

When retired lawyers Jim and Sheila Vidmar’s dream condo came on the market in Baltimore, the empty-nest couple knew they had to jump on it. The two-bedroom, two-bathroom corner unit on the 11th floor of a 24-floor former grain elevator built in 1923 offers sweeping views of the Patapsco River...

The 4 Stages of a Remodel: The Midproject Crisis (5 photos)

We recently covered the ins and outs of what I refer to as the Honeymoon Phase of construction. Next up is a stage similar to a concept most everyone is familiar with: the Midlife Crisis. (Whether...

Before and After: 4 Beautiful Bathrooms in 50 Square Feet or Less (9 photos)

Having a compact bathroom doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice function or style. With the right design decisions and a bit of creativity, you can create a bathroom that feels inviting, soothing and larger than it actually is. To get a sense of what’s possible, see how design and construction professionals...

10 Things to Ask Your Contractor Before You Start Your Project (8 photos)

Remodeling or building a new home is a big financial and emotional investment. It can also be a big investment of your time if you want to be closely involved in the decision-making. Knowing what to expect before the project gets started will help you better prepare for the process. Here are 10...

Sensitive Kitchen Remodel in a Historic English Home (16 photos)

This Brighton, England, home is a rare thing in the city — a centrally located detached house, rich in history and with a beautiful garden. Built around 1840, it has Grade II listed status and sits within a historic preservation area. Consequently, any work on it would be subject to strict...

8 Color Trends From the 2025 Maison & Objet Show (8 photos)

Exhibitors returned for another imaginative and promising edition of the Maison & Objet design fair at the Paris Nord Villepinte exhibition center this month (Jan. 16-21). Echoing the event’s central theme, Sur/Reality, the colors chosen...

5 Home Design Trends to Consider in 2025 (one photo)

On January first we released 34 home design trends that showcase playful and exciting colors, materials and styles expected to be big in 2025. Here we highlight five of those trends that...

20 Favorite Houseplants to Grow, by Type (20 photos)

Whether you’re new to houseplants or looking to enhance what you already have, check out this list of 20 favorite varieties to grow, organized by type. You’ll find flowering plants and those with standout foliage. There are also options for darker corners and sun-drenched spots. Read on to discover the...

4 ADUs Just Right for Multigenerational Living (12 photos)

Having family nearby can be a wonderful thing, particularly for those planning to age in place. But having family members underfoot at every turn? Maybe not so wonderful. Enter the accessory dwelling unit (ADU), a secondary — typically smaller — home independent from the property’s main house. With thoughtful...

Dec. 19, 2024

KBIS 2025 Preview with Designs of Distinction

KBIS 2025 – Find us at Booth N2363 in the North Hall from February 25-27, 2025 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Click on the images below to view our KBIS 2025 Exhibitor Hub and KBIS 2025 Floor Plan. Don’t forget to get your FREE KBIS 2025 Expo Hall Pass on us! What you will […]

Sep. 20, 2024

October 2024 Update

Elevate Your Designs with Premium Decorative Components and Materials from Designs of Distinction® At Designs of Distinction®, we believe that the right finishing touches can transform any interior space. Whether you’re an interior designer, cabinet maker, builder, architect, or woodworker, our collection of premium decorative hardware and accessories offers innovative solutions to meet your design […]

May. 21, 2024

The Countdown is ON to IWF 2024

Where will you find Designs of Distinction® at IWF 2024? WHAT: International Woodworking Fair – North America’s largest wood products technology and design show. WHERE: Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA. WHEN: Tuesday, August 6 through Friday, August 9, 2024. FIND US AT: Booth C2562 in Building C, level 1. *Post last updated July […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Aug. 27, 2024

Architectural Wood Institute Annual Convention

WHAT: AWI Annual Convention WHERE: 39 Beach Lagoon Rd, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 WHEN: Sunday, September 22 through Tuesday, September 24 SUMMARY: Join us at the beautiful Omni Amelia Island Resort for a fantastic lineup of speakers along with the opportunity to network with and gain insight from other AWI members and industry partners. Find […]

Aug. 20, 2024

KBIS 2025

WHAT: Kitchen & Bath Industry Show 2025, coinciding with the International Builders Show (IBS) WHERE: Las Vegas Convention Center WHEN: Tuesday, February 25, 2025 through Thursday, February 27, 2025 FIND US AT: Booth N2363

Aug. 20, 2024

NBMDA Annual Convention

WHAT: North American Building Material Distribution Association Annual Convention WHERE: Hyatt Regency New Orleans WHEN: Tuesday, October 22 through Thursday, Ocotber 24 FIND US AT: Booth 1122

Aug. 20, 2024

Wood Pro Expo (WPE) – Lancaster, PA

WHAT: Wood Pro Expo WHERE: Spooky Nook Sports Center in Manheim, PA WHEN: Thursday, October 24 through Friday, October 26 FIND US AT: Booth 304 Get a FREE Guest Pass using the code BROWNW24

Jun. 12, 2024

International Woodworking Fair (IWF) Atlanta

WHAT: International Woodworking Fair – North America’s largest wood products technology and design show. WHERE: Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA. WHEN: Tuesday, August 6 through Friday, August 9, 2024. FIND US AT: Booth C2562 in Building C, level 1. Get a FREE Guest Pass to IWF 2024! Contact us today – guest passes […]

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 […]

Mar. 5, 2024

Closets Conference / “What’s Your Problem?” Breakfast – April 18, 2024

Closets Conference & Expo – “What’s Your Problem?” Breakfast & Roundtable Discussion Join us on Wednesday, April 18 at 8AM CST for the “What’s Your Problem?” Breakfast, hosted by Cabinet Makers Association (CMA), and sponsored by Designs of Distinction. This breakfast will take place at the Closets Conference & Expo in Schaumburg, IL at the […]

Feb. 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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Houzz Tour: Scandinavian Modern Meets Horse Country in Minnesota (21 photos)

Light Reinvents Design at Maison & Objet 2025 (24 photos)

Before and After: 5 Refreshingly Romantic Gardens for Gathering (15 photos)

10 Decluttering Projects You Can Do in 30 Minutes or Less (11 photos)

Yard of the Week: Places for Growing, Working and Playing (21 photos)

7 New Bathrooms With Luxurious Showers (7 photos)

Highlights From the Maison & Objet Design Fair 2025 (15 photos)

After Declines in 2024, Building and Design Firms Expect Growth (26 photos)

Kitchen of the Week: Warm and Welcoming in Beige and Blue (14 photos)

10 Ways to Make Your Home Feel Like a Resort (14 photos)

The 4 Stages of a Remodel: The Renewal of Vows (6 photos)

Your Guide to a Smooth-Running Construction Project (9 photos)

Bathroom of the Week: Updated Traditional Style and a Spa Feeling (14 photos)

Where to Splurge and Where to Save When Decorating (20 photos)

Houzz Tour: Midcentury Modern Home With a Treehouse Vibe (32 photos)

Before and After: 4 Winning White, Wood and Blue Kitchens (11 photos)

How to Connect Your Home's Indoor and Outdoor Spaces (15 photos)

Patio of the Week: Small City Yard for Gathering and Growing (12 photos)

To-Dos: Your February Home Checklist (11 photos)

20 Stylish Bathrooms With Shower-Tub Combos (20 photos)

Kitchen of the Week: Charming English Style in Green and Wood (9 photos)

Tour a Warm Industrial Condo High Up in a Former Grain Silo (11 photos)

The 4 Stages of a Remodel: The Midproject Crisis (5 photos)

Before and After: 4 Beautiful Bathrooms in 50 Square Feet or Less (9 photos)

10 Things to Ask Your Contractor Before You Start Your Project (8 photos)

Sensitive Kitchen Remodel in a Historic English Home (16 photos)

8 Color Trends From the 2025 Maison & Objet Show (8 photos)

5 Home Design Trends to Consider in 2025 (one photo)

20 Favorite Houseplants to Grow, by Type (20 photos)

4 ADUs Just Right for Multigenerational Living (12 photos)

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