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Custom Kitchen Remodeling Ideas for Inspiration

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Thinking about making a change in your kitchen this year but aren’t sure where to start? Check out these ideas and get your custom kitchen remodeling juices flowing. Inspired Remodels is all about sharing our inspiration to spark your creativity. Here’s what’s going on in Orange County kitchen remodeling.

Built In for Convenience and Style

These days, the kitchen is the center of entertaining. So why not put everything you need in one spot that ties the kitchen to adjacent entertaining room? Well, why not?

What’s not to love about this built-in bar at the end of the kitchen space? It’s stylish and ties in perfectly with the rest of the kitchen. there’s plenty of storage for stemware space to display decorative steins, and room for a full liquor cabinet and wine storage. The countertop is an easy-to-clean surface and matches perfectly with the rest of the kitchen as you can see in this shot.

bar as seen from the kitchenNow, guests can help themselves to a beverage and still be part of the action in the kitchen without getting in the way of the cook! Great for guests and even better for the cook in the kitchen. This is a kitchen that is built for entertaining.

Color is King

Don’t be afraid of a little color in the kitchen. Sure, white is still a favorite for it’s “clean” look, but you can still add pops of color. A little can go a long way to change the look of a kitchen. See how these blue lights do more than just provide illumination?

custom kitchen remodeling job added blue lights for accent color to an otherwise neutral kitchenThat vibrant blue is just the right touch of color to be a game-changer in an otherwise neutral kitchen. The crackled look to the glass adds texture to the light. Pendant lights are one way to add accent color to a kitchen. But, they aren’t the only way. Tile is more than just a material for backsplashes and floors. It brings color too.

We all know that grey is the new black. But, sometimes gray and white need to have a colorful fun. The aqua and green in this tile accent piece create a permanent work of art above the cooktop. And unlike other art forms, this tile won’t be damaged by heat and will be easily cleaned of any grease or food splatters.  An area that prominent demands a special touch, and this tile does the job with style.

Wood Doesn’t Need to Be Wood Anymore

Wood adds a natural warmth to any room. But caring for wood in a high-traffic or heavy-duty use room isn’t easy. Wood floor may look beautiful in a kitchen, but they aren’t always practical. So get wood warmth and style with the durability of tile! Wood-look tile has been a mainstay for bathrooms but it’s coming to a kitchen near you..or maybe even your kitchen. Many custom kitchen remodeling jobs in Orange County are using wood-look tile in the kitchen. It’s easy care and durable.

You can’t tell the difference between the wood cabinets and the “wood” floor. This tile will stand up to spills, dropped knives, and heavy traffic. It’s the perfect floor for a busy kitchen. Damp mopping won’t mar or dull the shine.  This floor will last for many years. Unlike wood, it won’t need refinishing. 

wood look kitchen tileWood doesn’t need to be dark. See how this wood-look tile complements the white cabinetry? This simple but stylish kitchen remodeling project incorporated a wood-look tile in tones to complement the traditional tile backsplash and contrast with the white wood cabinets.

Inspired Custom Kitchen Remodeling Starts with Inspired Remodels

Stop dreaming of a custom kitchen remodel and start planning one today. The design/build experts at Inspired Remodels are ready to help you design and create a new custom kitchen that works as well as it looks. From custom cabinets, to built-ins, to new flooring and more, Inspired Remodels is where inspired custom kitchens start. Call (949) 716-1938 or Contact Inspired Remodels online and schedule a consultation today.

 

 

Kitchen and Bath Contractors are Wild for Ultra Violet – Pantone’s Color of the Year

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The Pantone Color Institute forecasts global color trends. They are recognized around the world as a leading source of color information. Each year, they release the Color of the Year and for 2018 the color is 18-3838 Ultra Violet.  This blue-based purple is perfect for accents and kitchen and bath contractors will rush to incorporate the color in new designs.

kitchen and bath contractors incorporate purple to create a hazy palette for spa-like bathrooms
A Palette of Smoky and Hazy Colors to Calm

Ultra Violet works and plays well with a surprising number of colors. Pair it with greys (and grey is still the hottest neutral), blues, and rose tones. This palette brings calmness to spa-like bathrooms. The hazy and smoky hues play off each other and create subtle harmonies that will remain timeless.

Kitchen and bath contractors will use Ultra Violet alongside the colors that occupy the spaces beside it on the color wheel. Look for rooms that use these color combinations to provide a look that exudes spirited, good humor and playful exuberance.  These engaging color mixes spill out of the bathroom and into the bedroom and living spaces too.

 

Ultra Violet the Ultra Drama Queen

Look for kitchen and bath contractors to play up the ability of Ultra Violet to star in the role of drama queen. Bring a striking presence to kitchens, dining areas, and living areas. Pair Ultra Violet with other show-stopping saturated colors. The result isn’t garish. To the contrary, you set a mood for excitement and drama. Use Ultra Violet as an accent with earth tones for adventurous bedrooms and bathrooms too.

desert sunset palette used by kitchen and bathroom contractors for bedrooms and bathrooms

Desert Sunsets for Any Room

Get the serene feel of a desert sunset any time of day. Ultra Violet goes with warm shades to simulate the palette of the desert sky as the sun sets. Bathroom contractors use Ultra Violet for the perfect California spa retreat bathroom.  This color is perfect for warm wood cabinets or wood-look tile. A little goes a long way. Use as accent tiles, linens, or accessories.

Inspired Remodels – The Kitchen and Bath Contractors That Know Color

Planning a kitchen, bedroom or bathroom remodel? Be sure to work with a company that understands design as well as construction. Inspired Remodels are kitchen and bathroom contractors that know the elements of design and style as well as quality construction techniques. Want to learn how to incorporate Ultra Violet? Call (949) 716-1938 or Contact Us. We help with other colors too!

Tips for Small Bathrooms from Orange County Bathroom Renovation Company

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Small bathrooms are always a challenge. How do you make the most of the space you have? Do you know what to do and what not to do? Inspired Remodels, an Orange County bathroom renovation company, shares tips to make the most of a small bathroom. Small bathrooms don’t need to skimp on style. Just get creative with the space.

bathroom renovation company tip 1 for small bathroom use a Roman showerAvoid Shower Doors

Does your small bathroom include room for bathing? The standard shower/tub combination saves on space. Most combos only need 60 inches. Then, just hang a shower curtain and forget the space needed for doors to pivot open. Pivoting shower doors are space hogs and sliding glass doors are notoriously hard to keep clean. If you don’t need a tub, a Roman shower is also a great space saver. These open design showers take up little space and because of their open design, make rooms look and feel larger. As a bonus, Roman showers are easy to keep clean!

Floating is Fabulous

Floating is fabulous for tricking the eye. Float vanities to make a small space look larger. When the vanity doesn’t touch the floor, the eye interprets that space as additional space in the room. Now we all know you aren’t going to do so much with that small amount of space between the vanity and the floor, but your eye doesn’t know that and tells your brain to see more space than there is.

Floating isn’t just for vanities. Float sinks for an even greater optical illusion. Add a vanity stool under a floating counter/sink combo and not only does the room look larger, but it also looks more luxurious.  A crafty bathroom renovation company knows how to float sinks, vanities, and counters to make the most of a small space.

bathroom renovation company small bathroom tip 2 use large mirrors

Mirror Mirror On the Wall

Even the smallest spaces look larger with mirrors. More mirror space also means more usable space. With a large mirror, more than one person can use the mirror at a time without jostling for space. Mirrors don’t need to be confined to the sink area. The mirror can extend far beyond the sink area to increase usable space in the room. This is especially important for bathrooms that are shared by multiple occupants. One shaves or brushes their teeth while the other has plenty of room for hair styling or other grooming activities.

Vanities with Storage Shelves

Vanities with storage shelves make a room look larger while providing additional space for linens or toiletries. Just like a floating vanity, the open space created by a shelf is interpreted by the eye as extra space. And that “extra” space is put to good use. Place extra towels on the shelf so you always have linens on hand.

Hooks Not Bars

Speaking of towels, towel bars are handy but they are also space hogs. Hooks aren’t just for robes anymore. Hooks provide adequate space for hanging towels to dry. You can hang two towels on hooks in a much smaller space than a single towel bar.

The Bathroom Renovation Company that Knows Small Spaces

Big or small, Inspired Remodels is the bathroom renovation company that can do it all. At a loss how to maximize your small space? Let Jason and Joe Mueller create and execute a bathroom design that provides utility and beauty while making the most of the space you have. Small spaces don’t need to skimp on style. Effective use of color and pattern along with the tips shared here make small rooms look big. Call (949) 716-1938 or Contact Us to schedule a consultation today.