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ROHL Bridge Faucet

ROHL Bridge Faucet

02 January 2012

As I've come to learn, designing a kitchen is like putting together a very complex puzzle.  There's a bevy of considerations to take into account, including its day-to-day usability, the amount of space at your disposal, and the specific style...  Read More »

Nalgene Bottles

Nalgene Bottles

15 December 2011

When it comes to gift giving, whether for Christmas or any other holidays/special occasions, I have one very basic rule:  never give away disposable items.  In other words, if you're debating whether to buy one exceptionally made product vs. multiple...  Read More »

Sleep Number AirFit Adjustable European Goose Down Pillow

Sleep Number AirFit Adjustable European Goose Down Pillow

15 December 2011

As a father of three kids, I've come to realize that there is nothing more important to my overall well-being than a good night's sleep.  In my ongoing quest to get the perfect night's sleep, one of the easiest changes I've...  Read More »

Electrolux Icon Under-Counter Refrigerator Drawers

Electrolux Icon Under-Counter Refrigerator Drawers

14 November 2011

About a month ago I told you of my quest for the perfect refrigeration setup in my new kitchen, detailing my choice of the Electrolux Icon French Door Refrigerator.  While debating what the ideal size for a refrigerator was, I...  Read More »

Capital Culinarian Range

Capital Culinarian Range

31 October 2011

Since the beginning of time, man has been dedicated to the art of creating culinary masterpieces.  What exactly those culinary masterpieces are varies from culture to culture, whether it's a beautifully prepared Pad Thai from Thailand, a slow-cooked Rendang from...  Read More »

Stanley Furniture Avalon Heights Bedroom Collection

Stanley Furniture Avalon Heights Bedroom Collection

10 October 2011

Style in the home is a funny thing.  What one person can like, another person can hate.  But unlike style when it comes to fashion, where your style choice must only meet your approval, style choices in the home are...  Read More »

Electrolux Icon French Door Refrigerator

Electrolux Icon French Door Refrigerator

26 September 2011

In the quest for a perfect kitchen, refrigeration is a key element to consider when planning the necessary kitchen appliances.  In the old days, kitchen refrigeration was fairly straightforward – pick a fridge, and you're done.  Today, it's a far...  Read More »

Pioneer Millworks

Pioneer Millworks

12 September 2011

Houses are funny things.  On paper, it's easy to look at two houses and think they're identical.  Same square footage, same number of bedrooms and bathrooms, etc.  But, when you actually start looking at houses, you quickly discover nothing could...  Read More »

Electrolux Icon Ice Maker and Trash Compactor

Electrolux Icon Ice Maker and Trash Compactor

08 August 2011

Form or function – it's a debate that will likely rage on from now until eternity.  Engineers love function; designers love form.  From a professional standpoint, I work both in design and engineering, so it's not surprising I find myself...  Read More »

Electrolux Icon Dishwasher

Electrolux Icon Dishwasher

29 July 2011

Talk to a real estate agent, and they'll tell you the most important room in a house from a resale standpoint is the kitchen.  I disagree.  A kitchen is the most important room in the house, period.  It's the room...  Read More »

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