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Showroom Renovation PART 1
SHOWROOM RENOVATION: PART 1 Exciting things are happening in the Wood Palace Kitchens showroom! We like to keep our displays fresh and enjoy updating them every few years. It’s an opportunity for our design team to create new experiences for our customers. We always want to showcase the most current products on the market. Displays typically live on our floor for about 5 years. When we consider updating a display, it’s all about predicting the future and we strive to present up and coming trends while keeping a classic and timeless aesthetic. We are currently under construction and want to…
Kitchen Remodel Must Haves: ACCESSORY EDITION
Good kitchen design is more than just a beautiful selection of cabinetry; it’s what’s INSIDE the cabinet that counts. Our designers often employ built-in cabinet accessories to create a better spaces for our clients. THE PROBLEM: “This setup doesn’t work for us” Kitchens mean different things to different families- sometimes a large family needs more seating or dedicated space for entertaining. Sometimes a smaller home needs to incorporate a mud room or office area into the kitchen space… it’s all about making the space more functional for the homeowners. THE SOLUTION: Good Listening & Observation We get to know how…
Walnut in Wareham
The Homeowners Middle aged couple on the verge of becoming empty nesters, decided to downsize and purchase their final home. They were looking for something that they could make their own. This particular home was very dated and therefore was a perfect choice to remodel. The Remodel After analyzing the condition of the home, it was discovered that it was a bit more than anticipated. Upon tearing out many walls in the very large kitchen, it was discovered that the electrical and plumbing needed to be replaced. After the shock of all of this, it was time to pick out…
Virtual Design Services
We hope that this letter finds you healthy and happy in your homes. While the nation and the world are grappling with the COVID-19 Pandemic, we find ourselves adapting to a new kind of lifestyle. As a construction based business, Wood Palace is still fully operational, with some minor changes to lead times and practices. Those of us who are working in the office are abiding by the social distance guidelines and some of us are working from home. We are grateful to continue working safely, as so many others are not. We offer our sympathy to those who are…
A New Look in New Bedford
Who lives here: A realtor who was downsizing but not downgrading. Unwilling to compromise style or functionality, she purchased a home that needed TLC and immediately began renovations on the entire property, inside and out. The Remodel: Working with a General Contractor, she removed an awkward half wall to open the space, installed a new window and slider, added fresh lighting and new stainless appliances. Moving the refrigerator allowed space for an ample pantry on the opposite wall. Here at Wood Palace, we can provide cabinets and countertops only- We recommend using a GC for all the other elements of…
Get A Big Rustic, Coastal Look in This Affordable Priced Kitchen
Timeless white maple cabinetry, leather textured granite counters and plenty of storage makes this affordable priced kitchen look anything but affordable. One of the 5 new designs in the Wood Palace Kitchen’s Showroom, this beautiful rustic coastal kitchen is proof positive that you can get the look you want in an affordable priced kitchen. The secret? Working with a kitchen design company that listens to what you want and helps translate your ideas into a design you can afford that doesn’t skimp on quality, details and high end finishes. Take these countertops as an example. Steel grey granite that has…
There Is Nothing Old Fashioned About This Nostalgic Retro Kitchen
In one of our 5 new kitchen showroom designs, we have created a nostalgic retro kitchen that holds all the fond memories of the past and combines them with the latest custom designs and modern appliances of the future. We all love nostalgia. The past evokes fond memories of family, friends, good meals and good times. All of the things you want in your new kitchen. This kitchen’s white, timeless, custom inset cabinetry is the perfect backdrop for red accents right down to the red background in the glass cabinetry and the red knobs on the high end cooktop. The…
Keeping Up With Kitchen Decorating Trends
A Simple Way To Keep Up With Kitchen Decorating Trends Each year interior decorating trends change, furniture styles change, appliance styles and even appliance colors change. The changes stem from the colors and styles that come out of the fashion industry which introduces new trends each season. Although interior decorating trends change a little more slowly than fashion, you want to be sure your decorating doesn’t become dated before it’s time. So how do you stay up to date and keep your style fresh and updated? There is an easy, fun and inexpensive way to keep your kitchen up to…
Now that the decorations are down…
Phew! While the holidays are joyful with family and friends it is somewhat of a relief they are over. Who am I kidding…it’s a tremendous relief! Looking back (now that you have some time to reflect) do you remember asking yourself any of these questions? Wouldn’t it be nice if I had the space that would allow me to have help with cooking, not to mention the cleanup? Why does that drawer always stick just when I really need it? You know, I could really use another oven. It’s not just during the holidays either. I really like to bake…
Designing a Kitchen for Entertaining
Many of our Wood Palace Kitchens clients like to entertain. And where is it that you think most of the guests end up hanging out? The kitchen, of course. So if that’s what you like to do, then if you’re thinking of remodeling your kitchen, there are some things to consider. I found a great article on HGTV.com that gives you some great questions to ask yourself, such as: What kind of events do you host (casual, formal, buffet, sit-down, etc)? How many people do you generally entertain at one time? How do you serve food? Do guests serve themselves…