Take This Kitchen Cabinets Quiz

July 23, 2010 by jestroff  
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Kitchens.com has this great questionnaire to help you choose the best cabinets for your kitchen. Take the quiz below and then visit our showroom to see the different types of cabinets we offer at Karpov Design Studio.

1. Do my current cabinets provide enough storage? Do I need more cabinetry, or do I need more organization accessories?

2. Who will be using the kitchen? Do their needs differ by age, height or other factors?

3. What activities besides cooking and eating take place in the kitchen? Do I need a desk area, recycling area, or cabinets to conceal a washer and dryer or TV?

4. Is easy maintenance a must? Which material is least likely to show fingerpaints and scratches?

5. What features do I need with my new cabinets and which could I live without or add later?

6. What is the architectural style of my home? Is it distinctive enough that I want the kitchen to reflect it?

7. What kind of overall style do I want to create in the kitchen? Contemporary? Traditional? Country?

8. Depending on the overall style, do I want a wood door or would another material better create the right look?

9. What type and style of door will help to create the look and style I want?

10. If choosing wood, what kind of grain appeals to me? What finishes will create the look and style I want?

11. Do I want my cabinets to include display space, such as open shelving or glass-front doors?

12. Do I need wall cabinets for storage or do I prefer to keep wall space open for windows or decorative items?

13. Do I need moldings and trim to create the look I want? Do I want to dust them?

Cabinet Door Styles

June 23, 2010 by jestroff  
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We have a wide range of cabinetry available at Karpov Design Studio.  From builder grade to complete custom made cabinets we can help you determine the best look for your  home.  Our manufacturers offer hundreds of door styles and finishes to fit your design needs.  Whether you are looking for a contemporary look or something more traditional you don’t have to look any further than Karpov Design Studio!

Take a look at some of the different types of cabinet door styles we offer:

The slab style cabinet is perfect if you are going for a
more modern look.  The clean lines and flatness of the door works perfectly with any finish.

The raised panel cabinet door fits right in with a traditional style kitchen.

The decorative arched panel is very neutral.  It can either make your cabinet appear formal or informal depending on the finish.

I love the look of this beadboard cabinet.  This look can either create a beach chic or causal country style.

Are you the next Martha Stewart?

June 14, 2010 by jestroff  
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We recently came across a quiz on marthastewart.com that we couldn’t help sharing.  The “What Kind of Hostess Are You?” questionnaire will help you determine whether or not  you need to brush up on your hostess skills.

Click here to take the quiz!

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