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Artists in Residence

This is a special one. This whole house cabinetry installation in the Sun City neighborhood in Palm Desert included the kitchen, a full gallery wall installation in the living room, and the master bath. The clients are glass artists and wanted to incorporate their work into the upper display in the kitchen too. Italian textured laminate European flat panel cabinetry in a driftwood medium grey paired with marble, porcelain tile flooring, and blue-grey furnishings provide a classic envelope to highlight the sparkling artwork. Cabinets of the Desert offers quality cabinetry from:

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Storage and Style in Palm Springs

Our clients wanted a whole-house refresh plus additional storage for this cabinetry project. Highlights include space in the new kitchen layout for an eat-in area and a wrap-around buffet for storage.  They chose a glossy European-style flat panel cabinetry throughout. They used charcoal dark grey cabinets to ground the kitchen and eating areas and then mixed it up with bold orange and blue glossy cabinets for the master and guest bathrooms.  Cabinets of the Desert offers quality cabinetry from:

Buying Kitchen Cabinets

Know Before You Go You’ve done your online research and looked at articles like our Kitchen Remodeling Steps article. Now you are ready to move on to actually buying your kitchen cabinets. Making the right cabinet choice is important because kitchen cabinets play a big role in how your kitchen looks. They can have a big impact on budget too. In this article, we are going to walk you through the process of buying cabinets so you know what to expect. The good news is that modern kitchen cabinets are future-proof.  There are plenty of… Read More »Buying Kitchen Cabinets

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Kitchen Cabinet Finishes

Know Before You Go You have figured out the door style you like – now it is time to bring some personality into your space with cabinet door finishes. This choice will establish the final aesthetic of your kitchen cabinet design. We will cover the different types of kitchen cabinet finishes in this post, the manufacturing techniques used, and the pros and cons of each type of finish. Painted Cabinet Finishes Your color choices are unlimited when you choose painted cabinets. Our manufacturers offer a full palette of readily available colors, or you can choose… Read More »Kitchen Cabinet Finishes

Kitchen Cabinet Door Styles

Know Before You Go We’ve talked about what makes a quality build for a cabinet box and what materials are used in cabinet building.  Next up is the fun part – choosing from the different kitchen cabinet door styles.  Which style is right for you? The door style you choose will set the overall design for your kitchen.  Is your dream kitchen sleek contemporary, chic transitional, warm traditional?  Maybe you have always wanted display space for a collection, island/urban look louvers, or a farmhouse kitchen with rustic beadboard doors.  Let’s look at the types of cabinet… Read More »Kitchen Cabinet Door Styles

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Kitchen Cabinet Materials

Know Before You Go Are you curious about the materials that go into building your kitchen cabinets? You may be on our site looking at products and thinking, “what is the difference between MDF, HDF, plywood, and particle board?” And what exactly is melamine? In this blog, we’ll talk about the materials that make up a quality kitchen cabinet build – focusing on the Box or base of the cabinet. Understanding the pros and cons of each material will help make your purchasing decision easier when you are picking out your new kitchen cabinets. Industrial… Read More »Kitchen Cabinet Materials

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Kitchen Cabinet Terms

Know Before You Go Visually, cabinets will set the design tone for the rest of the kitchen. This makes choosing kitchen cabinets one of the most essential parts of your kitchen renovation. You want to choose cabinets that look good, work well, and last. Picking up some basic kitchen cabinet terms before you go cabinet shopping will help you understand what designers and contractors are talking about. You can also learn what to look for in a quality cabinet. Basic Cabinet Terms There are four components to a cabinet: the Box, the Shelves, the Drawers,… Read More »Kitchen Cabinet Terms

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2021 Kitchen Design Trends

After a year of spending more time than ever in our homes, many of us are ready to give our surroundings a refresh and improve functionality. A renewed interest in cooking and baking, extended periods of studying, or working from home have all highlighted the necessity for dedicated spaces for family members. In fact, according to the 2021 U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends Study, 2020 was the first year that saw a reverse of the trend towards open-plan kitchens by nearly 10%. If you are looking for some inspiration—our curated look at 2021 Kitchen Design Trends… Read More »2021 Kitchen Design Trends

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Natural Wood Kitchen Cabinets

Natural wood kitchen cabinets offer several positives not found with other materials. Our modern kitchens use stainless steel and glossy finishes. The natural warmth, texture, and durability of wood provides the perfect visual contrast. Also, any well-built quality wood cabinet will last for decades.  Plus, they can be stained to highlight the wood grain or painted to a smooth, lasting finish. Following is an overview of the available hardwood choices we have for your kitchen cabinets. Alder Alder wood is native to the Pacific Northwest and is characterized by a smooth, straight grain with some… Read More »Natural Wood Kitchen Cabinets

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Fall 2020 Kitchen Design Trends

An increase in home improvement activity is the basis for key Fall 2020 kitchen design trends.  A recent homeowner survey on Houzz reflects that for many people, spending more time at home has homeowners realizing they would like to improve function and appearance. Nearly 4 in 5 homeowners (79%) reported that they were thinking about making changes that could help them enjoy their homes more. Additionally, 23% of respondents would like to improve their kitchens, adding storage, dedicated spaces for baking, and multi-use areas. We are highlighting some current styles below to get you started… Read More »Fall 2020 Kitchen Design Trends