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Walker Zanger Tile Graces the Oscars
Apparently we are not the only raging fans of Walker Zanger tile. This year, Walker Zanger was the exclusive provider of the Italian limestone flooring in the Architectural Digest Greenroom at the Academy Awards.® The greenroom was designed by Los Angeles-based...
Berry Blast Spinach Smoothie
This berry blast smoothie is the best-tasting an easy way to get those spinach greens into your diet. If you love it, pass it along; and please share your favorite smoothie recipes with us!
Fish Bisque
Fish bisque is smooth, creamy, highly seasoned soup of French origin. Cooked with nourishing ingredients such as: butter, flour, milk, freshly chopped onion, tomato and celery.
Built-in Pizza Oven Live Demo with Kalamazoo
If you're interested in seeing a live demo of the new Kalamazoo built-in pizza oven at the 2015 Architectural Digest show next week (March 19-22 at Piers 92 and 94 in Manhattan). Please let me know by email or phone 516-746-3435 , and we will set up a time for...
Change Your Kitchen Decor Style
Are you ready to change up your kitchen decor? Of course you can call us for a complete kitchen redesign (516-746-3435), but perhaps all your kitchen needs is a personality kick with a few accent pieces. A new table runner, colorful pottery, or a wooden bowl filled...
Luxury Bathrooms
Luxury Bathroom Remodeling! I love a luxurious bath to take the edge off these cold winter days here in New York. It's a peaceful and relaxing way to end of the day. Comfort is everything when creating a dreamy bath. When you're ready to tackle a bathroom project,...
Brussels Sprouts With Raisins and Nuts
This is a wonderful side dish and a fantastic way to get in that extra fiber! After your new Ken Kelly kitchen is complete, make this easy Brussels sprouts recipe with ingredients on hand.
Shades of Grey Kitchen Design
Shades of Grey Kitchen… Sometimes meeting a designer for the first time is not always by chance, sometimes it is meant to be. Such was the case when a Roslyn, Long Island, homeowner walked into our showroom with an architectural plan and a vision for their...
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 us is very personal. You...
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.
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