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This essential resource will walk homeowners through the decision-making process for a kitchen or bath renovation to create the perfect space and#160; This indispensable reference covers everything homeowners need to know about making over the two rooms that yield the most resale value. Information is included for all stages of a kitchen or bath remodel, from inspiring before-and-after images to tips on getting started, with easy-to-read lists and sidebars on topics such as setting a budget and hiring professionals. Chapters highlight floor plan ideas, decorating styles, storage solutions, and lifestyle design choices. Plus, a handy shopping guide helps renovators choose key products, from kitchen cabinetry and cooktops to bathroom sinks and lighting. Complete with an appendix of checklists, this go-to guide is perfect for homeowners ready to update their spaces as well as those just looking for new ideas for renovations in the future.
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This workhorse book will walk homeowners through the decision-making process for a kitchen or bath renovation, including what to consider in planning stages, how to choose key components, and how to best integrate resources to create the perfect kitchen or bath space.
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Popular TV star Candice Olson shows you how to create your dream kitchen and bathroom
Kitchens and bathrooms are the most commonly renovated rooms--and also the best investment with the highest payback value upon resale. This book is chock full of tips, inspiration, and ideas from popular TV star Candice Olson, whose designs have wowed fans around the world. Brimming with hundreds of full-color, before-and-after photos of Candice's stunning room makeovers, the book gives advice for choosing colors, materials, and furnishings to make any space shine.
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Bring big style to a small bathroom In these tough economic times, more and more people are downsizing their living spaces to smaller, more functional homes. But as typical living quarters become smaller, it doesn't mean that those dwelling in smaller digs need to sacrifice style along with space.
Small Bath Solutions is packed with example bathrooms, galleries of ideas, and tons of projects for readers to bring a big punch to even the smallest bathroom.
- Includes before-and-after photos and design plans
- Helpful advice from professional designers
- Projects showcase a variety of styles, from traditional to cottage to contemporary
Packed with tips and tricks from the pros for designing small bathrooms that really work, this idea book is perfect for DIYers of any skill level.
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A must-have resource for the space-challenged, this guide is packed with example bathrooms, galleries of ideas, and tons of projects for readers to bring a big punch to even the smallest bathroom.
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Celebrity decorator Candice Olson shows you how to create your dream kitchen and bathroom—the most commonly renovated rooms and also those with the highest payback value upon resale.
About the Author
CANDICE OLSON is one of North Americas leading designers. Her television series, Divine Design with Candice Olson, has been seen by millions. Her popular show Candice Tells All airs on HGTV in the United States and on W Network in Canada.
Table of Contents
Introduction.KITCHENS
1 Fabulous Family Spaces.
Twos Company, Fives a Crowd.
After a much-needed overhaul, this kitchen is ready for a crowd of teens!
The Heart of the Home.
A warm and friendly kitchen-family room is designed with young kids in mind.
Two Cooks in the Kitchen.
With a little borrowed space, traffic flows smoothly in a reconfigured kitchen.
Family Central.
A roomy, renovated kitchen welcomes a large familys feasts and gatherings.
Updated Diner.
Fresh modern function nods to the fab fifties in this family-friendly update.
Playdate Paradise.
A poor layout makes way for an efficient space that welcomes moms and tots.
Coffee Klatch Kitchen.
This 1960s kitchen goes from Most Dated in the Neighborhood to Best Kitchen in Town!
Small-Space Solution.
Losing a wall gains a kitchen-dining room perfect for family and friends.
A Double-Duty Kitchen.
A hardworking, outdated kitchen undergoes a fabulous transformation—and its still hardworking!
2 Designed for Entertaining.
Mid-Century Makeover.
Gorgeous form follows well-planned function in this stunning renovation.
Elegantly Updated for Two.
Chic modern design marries timeless traditional, creating a sophisticated setting for entertaining.
Hollywood Glamour.
A spectacular remake of an awkward, outdated space wins rave reviews.
Live, Work, Eat!
A beautiful multipurpose space brings loft-style living to a small townhome.
Back in the Big Easy.
Renovation re-creates a couples New Orleans dream kitchen in their new home in the North.
Fashion-Forward Farmhouse Kitchen.
Top-to-bottom renovation transforms a style disaster into a fabulous, functional kitchen.
Lofty Ambitions.
Just what a loft kitchen should be—open, functional, with a mix of old and new.
City Style in Suburbia.
Urban chic is right at home in a renovated bungalow.
Dressed for Success.
A stylish new-millennium look comes just in time for some big events.
The Cookie Queens Kitchen.
Warm and welcoming, this super-functional kitchen is a bakers dream come true.
A Fresh Kitchen Facelift.
A little paint and creative repurposing transform a kitchen/dining room.
3 BATHS
Master Suite Spaces.
Lofty Retreat.
A stripped-to-the-studs third-floor space becomes a luxurious haven.
Glass Act.
Inspired by a stained-glass window, this renovated bath basks in natural light.
Worth the Climb.
A start-from-scratch re-do transforms a warren of attic rooms into a light-filled bath.
4 Relaxing Retreats.
Modern Blend.
The most luscious tub imaginable sets the tone for a total bathroom reno.
Chic Boutique Style.
A spare bedroom becomes an elegant, sophisticated bath with a boutique hotel vibe.
Relaxation Therapy.
Just what the doctor ordered: a stress-relieving master bath with a double dose of style!
Gentlemens Club.
Bookshelves, fitness equipment, and a fabulous tub and shower define a truly extraordinary bath.
The Ultimate Wet Room.
No need to go to a resort—this renovated bath offers the perfect spa experience!
Parents Time Out.
An enlarged and renovated bath refreshes and restores a busy couple.
Elegant Update.
Goodbye blue fixtures, hello clean, contemporary bathroom!
Index.