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Dark Walnut Cutting Board for Blanco’s ATTIKA Sink
Remember the ATTIKA™ sink I fell in love with at the Living Kitchen Show in Germany? (see my trends report) Well, it just got better! Blanco introduced a new Dark Walnut cutting board accessory for its award-winning ATTIKA™ sink. This versatile and...
Designing a Kitchen for Wheelchair Accessibility
Recently we designed this kitchen ADA kitchen for wheelchair accessibility for a NY client on Long Island allowing him freedom of movement from the kitchen to the media room and wet bar. This ADA kitchen allows our client to comfortably navigate his kitchen and great...
2015 Best of Kitchen and Bath Industry Show Winners
The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) announced the winners of the 2015 Best of KBIS Awards. Entries in this competition included more that 100 products and winners were announced in five categories: Best Kitchen – Gold and Silver, Best Bath – Gold and Silver and...
May Your Kitchens Be Filled With Holiday Traditions & Memories!
There is nothing better than holiday traditions made in the kitchen! All of us at Kitchen Designs wish you and your family a holiday season full of blessings and love. May your kitchens be filled with wonderful holiday traditions and lasting memories! It...
Cook The Perfect Holiday Turkey in Wolf’s Steam Convection Oven
Want your turkey to come out fabulous with zero effort! Enlist the help of a steam oven. All you have to do is choose a cooking mode using steam and/or convection that's ideal for your dish, and the oven automatically adjusts everything to perfection whether it be...
New Cabinet Color Available at Kitchen Designs – Cottage Putty on Maple
We are pleased to announce the availability of a new cabinet color available in the Cottage Collection, Cottage Putty on Maple. This new cabinet color combines the cool Designer Color Putty with the addition of glazing, rub through, and physical...
Selecting Cabinet Hardware and Drawer Pulls from Top Knobs
Hardware for cabinets is like the jewelry we select to wear with our clothes. We can change our look by changing our jewelry. The same is true in the kitchen, and beautiful cabinet hardware can pull your entire kitchen together. Hardware for me is personal. You need...
Cluster Lighting in the Kitchen and Over the Island
Many of our clients at Kitchen Designs are choosing cluster lighting in the kitchen to add an artistic element and focal point over their kitchen island or dining table. Have a look at the way these cluster lights utilize varying heights, shapes, finishes, and...
Manhasset Women’s Coalition Honors Ken Kelly Kitchen Designs
Ken and I would like to thank the Manhasset Women's Coalition Against Breast Cancer for its dedication, compassion, and tireless work helping many women in our community in need. It is a cause close to our hearts, and this year the Coalition celebrated...
New Wolf Blenders, Toasters, Ovens and Kitchen Tools – Oh My!
Wolf Appliance, Inc., a leader in high-end cooking equipment, introduced a new Wolf Gourmet line of luxury countertop kitchen appliances and kitchen tools including blenders, toasters, and toaster ovens now available in the United States. These new countertop...
Hats Off – A Dapper Pendant Light for your Game Room
It has been a few weeks since I posted a Wacky Wednesday unique find, and I love that some of you called me on it. We have been swamped over here before the holidays. I will always welcome your feedback, but as some of you know, I had to turn off...
A Perfect Sunday in This Northport Long Island Kitchen
Northport, Long Island kitchen designed by Ken Kelly, CKD, CBD, CR of Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly, Inc.; Interior design by Judith Deutsch Designs... Imagine returning to your dock just a few steps from your Northport home after an exhilarating morning boat...
Coconut Apple Pie
The traditional apple pie with the coconut fragrance makes this recipe a new favorite for your family. The nutty pie crust made using almonds and cashews surrounds the sweet and juicy apple topping.
Retro Kitchen Design Elements
If you're seeking a nostalgic, retro kitchen vibe, there are many options available in kitchen appliances, furniture, and accessories that can help you create the look. All the cabinetry including the entertainment center in this studio loft is Brookhaven by...
Interior Facelift
The cosmetics industry has the right idea by offering colors for every season and reason. Having renovated many interiors in my career and having seen clients pack up drawers and bins full of wonderfully colored cosmetics, I often wondered why they look...
The New “M” Series Sub-Zero Wolf Wall Ovens
After my recent visit to the Sub-Zero / Wolf factory, I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of the NEW “M” Series ovens. I already love their “L & E” series ovens but the new “M” series ovens have so much more to offer. Two vertical style convection fans which give...
Best Homemade Guacamole Recipe
Homemade fresh guacamole dips, nutritious and contain a wide variety of nutrients. You can make this avocado salad recipe smooth or chunky depending on your own tastes.
Everyone’s Talking About Our Kalamazoo Outdoor Kitchen Line
A Kalamazoo Outdoor Kitchen Experience Awaits There is a lot of BUZZ about our Kalamazoo outdoor kitchen line. It is nice to see so many others that share in the excitement for outdoor kitchen grills, pizza ovens, and weather proof outdoor cabinetry. Here are some...
Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly Long Island Photoshoots
We have been on the road photographing some kitchen renovations we recently completed on Long Island for our photo gallery. We also have several new, exciting developments happening at Kitchen Designs plus all new showroom renovations going on. It sure has been a busy...
Beef Stew & Mashed Potatoes
Buttery creamy mashed potatoes topped with Sicilian-style beef stew that is so tender and just melts in your mouth! Satisfy your stomach and make every bite flavorful.
Tofu Baked With BBQ Sauce
Place cubes of tofu on baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes. Turn cubes over and brush pieces with more barbecue-sriracha sauce. Bake for another 20 minutes to brown. Tofu should be nice and crispy.
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