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Wood-Mode Hardware Catalog at Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly
Many of you have asked to see photos from our Wood-Mode hardware catalog. I am happy to show you some of our new boards here. Our Wood-Mode hardware showcases some gorgeous possibilities available to you in decorative kitchen hardware. The hardware you select can...
How to Clean Fine Stainless Steel Pots, Pans, and Cookware
Cleaning Tips Stainless Steel Cleaner: How to Clean Stainless Steel Cookware One of the greatest things about stainless cookware is that you can bring even the worst burnt pan bottoms back to life. Here are a few ways you can get them looking new again. Use nylon-net,...
5 Tips to Get the Most Mileage From Your Free Kitchen Design Consultation
FIVE TIPS TO GETTING THE MOST MILEAGE OUT OF YOUR FREE KITCHEN DESIGN CONSULTATION: Where do you start when working with a kitchen designer? What is the best way to prepare for your first meeting? What should you bring? What should you do beforehand to get the most...
Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly’s SubZero Wolf East Showroom Renovation
We were thrilled to be selected to collaborate with Sub-Zero / Wolf and Bentwood Luxury Kitchens to design and renovate the spectacular Sub-Zero Wolf East Showroom at 2 Lambert Street, Roslyn Heights in New York. Sub-Zero Wolf East is the exclusive New York area...
Outdoor Appliances | Outdoor Dishwashers
Spring and fall are the two main seasons when our clients come to us for outdoor kitchens and outdoor appliances. This year our top brand, Kalamazoo, announced the world's first dishwasher approved for use in outdoor kitchens. Gone are the days of dragging dishes...
Southern Reserve: Another New Look from Wood Mode
Inspired by the gracious elegance of renowned southern cities like Charleston and New Orleans, Southern Reserve, Wood-Mode’s latest addition to the American Classics Design Group, lives up to its name in a variety of aspects. The Southern Reserve kitchen combines a...
Happy Easter! Egg Dyeing 101 iPhone iTouch App
I was reading the Stagetecture blog when I came across this iPhone/iPod Easter Egg Dyeing App. The eggcellent app allows you to create extraordinary eggs. Kids will love this--anything with a technology twist is always a plus. We are convinced our "Ken Kelly kitchen"...
Countertop Computing: Object Recognition in Kitchen Environments
Countertop computing object recognition is the perfect blend of my passion for kitchens and technology. Let's see where the future is heading in our industry. We have grown accustomed to smart phones and smart computing, but how about a smart countertop? Research...
Penthouse View: A New Modern Kitchen in Wood-Mode
Penthouse View Here is Penthouse View -- a new modern kitchen from Wood-Mode. Sophisticated and contemporary, this striking kitchen has an Art Deco flair that will appeal to clients that want a minimal look yet highly functional modern kitchen. The cabinetry finishes...
Turin Zebra: One of Our New Looks in Wood-Mode
Here is a quick peek at one of our new looks in Wood-Mode's 42 series. The style is Turin with Zebra doors. It has a Cherry box with a finish in Zebra Natural & Cherry Lager and locks mitered cabinet construction. The tops of the cabinetry are flushed and...
Architectural Digest Home Design Show – Thurs-Sun- This Weekend!
Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly is ready for the big event! Be sure to stop by the Architectural Digest Home Design Show this week. The show is at Pier 94, 55th Street at West Side Highway, NYC. Explore the latest products for the home and get ideas for kitchens, baths,...
Peach Bourbon Habanero Hot Wings
Grilled juicy chicken wings glazed with habanero and peach bourbon sauce. Sweet and spicy peach bourbon chicken wings the taste will blow your mind!
La Villa Collections: A Kitchen Designs’ Favorite in Tabletop & Home Decor
I wanted to share with you the work of one of the finest European artisans in the tabletop and home décor industries, La Villa Collections. Their collections include Italian Glass, Ceramic, Silver, and Furniture. Some of their new pieces are absolutely stunning! I’ve...
Wacky Wednesday "Oh Snap" Cheese Cutter
Cheese Cutter Fred and Friends Oh Snap Cheese Cutter Cut the cheese in style with the Oh Snap Cheese Cutter. If you, or your guests have musophobia (morbid fear of mice), this might be an item you'll have to pass on though. Can you imagine the look on your guests...
Best Way To Clean Wood Cabinets & Other Kitchen Tips (Wood Mode Tips)
Clients often ask how to take care of their new cabinetry. It's a good question, and there are several things to consider. Wood reacts to environmental changes, such as moisture, temperature and light. The Wood-Mode care tips below should help you to preserve your...
Wood Mode Cabinetry: Physical Distressing & Finish Options
Wood Mode Cabinetry Distressing and finish options are intended to create an aged and well-worn look reminiscent of antique furnishings. For example, with Wood-Mode, physical distressing is available on Cottage, Heirloom Opaque, and Heirlook Stain finishes. Each...
Wacky Wednesday’s – Mooi’s Extension Chair
From hair extensions to chair extensions. Though I personally think the extension chair is a far more natural looking match than polyester hair. Hang a coat, hang a scarf, hang your hair extensions! The Extension Chair is designed by Sjoerd Vroonland and...
What is LOVE This is my heavy Lets Blog Off Post
What is love? … This was my answer as part of a "Let's Blog Off" group I participated in. Love is a complete surrender. It’s a shredding of the armor and a release of fear. It’s taking the glass barrier you’ve shielded yourself with and having someone throw a brick...
Our Showroom Video Tour: Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly
I guess I’m feeling prematurely nostalgic about our existing Long Island kitchen showroom. Before we begin ripping it apart once again in order to showcase new cutting edge designs from Wood-Mode, Brookhaven Bentwood, Allmilmo and our own Ken Kelly Signature...
A Bentwood English Country Kitchen
With Bentwood's ability to deliver a high level of customization, the designer created an authentic English country kitchen with custom pilasters, plinths, and other architectural elements. The range hood, a distinct focal point of the kitchen, includes custom...
School Supplies Desperately Needed for Post-earthquake Reconstruction of Haiti
As many of you know, the post-earthquake reconstruction of Haiti has been extremely slow. As part of the relief effort, 6 NYPD police officers have volunteered for a 3-month tour of duty in Port-au-Prince. Our friend, Detective Ralph Jean-Pierre, left at the beginning...
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Blog Author: Grace Kelly
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