
A popular mixture in interior design is the elegant blending of sleek, clean and sophisticated lines with traditional colors, lay-out, and design. Vertical storage, and custom cabinetry, maximize this kitchen's space to make the design more open and liberating. It's warm, traditional, and romantic color palette soften the design's hard-edged contemporary lines, while its dramatic entry of natural light produces a beautifully revealing space. Read about the design process from the Poggenpohl Kitchen Design Center's own, Jennifer Fordham.

On the cover of Design Guide Austin-San Antonio 10 Edition it is evident that neutrals and rustic, warm colors and textures are enveloping the southern design world this fall. Palmer Todd, Inc and Baxter Design Group are two prime Austin-San Antonio clients that made an impressive and functional design come to fruition. With a skilled builder, a brilliant architect and a well-established design team, it is apparent that executing this seamless design took a collaborative effort of talent, intuition and intellect.
Pacific Shore is a processor, importer and wholesaler of exotic natural stones. We offer granite, marble, travertine, slate and a number of other stones in slabs or titles to meet your needs.

A prominent way to innovate a space is to provide a modern-age storage solution to make convenience an even greater luxury. Innovative door lifts, TV lifts, pantry armoirs and several improvements in the aesthetic of customized kitchens and cabinetry is a specialized service that KingWood Fine Cabinetry excel in: garnering them the highest honor at the Austin Home & Garden Show as Best In Show. We are absolutely thrilled, and not surprised, that our stellar partner in Austin won such a coveted award. To proceed its reverenced reputation, KingWood ventured off to San Antonio to spread the news of their high-end craftsmanship to the Alamodome.

The 2011 Texas State Fair is premiering The Home of Tomorrow, an exclusive world-class home exhibit exposing innovative and cutting edge design to a broader market. Consisting of two homes: The Net-Zero Energy Home of Tomorrow, interior design by Boudreaux Associates, and The Remodeled Home of Tomorrow, interior design by Denise McGaha Interiors are visually stimulating homes that broaden the concept of current interior design. The unique exhibit brings together local builders, architects, and interior designers with some of the world’s most advanced home product manufactures.

Eco-friendly spaces and designs have long been popular in the industry. With this design trend, have come several innovative and productive ways to use natural materials and conserve electricity. Spaces Designed Interior Design Studio has customized a kitchen space to not only acclimate seamlessly to a tranquil and peaceful environment, but to make it environmental and economical.

(Kitchen Remodel and Photo Courtesy of Kingwood Fine Cabinetry)
Many have been affected with the burden of the current economy; however, in some instances, our economic state has benefited many markets. Purchasing real-estate property and home-remodeling businesses are both at low rates right now, which will benefit potential homeowners and future clients. Kingwood Fine Cabinetry, a business specializing in residential and commercial remodeling, elaborates on the multiple reasons why homeowners benefit more to remodel now.

With the wide variety of materials to choose from when making tile and countertop selections, making a final decision can be daunting. Not only is there a multitude of stone and tile materials, colors and patterns, but also a wide variety of installation choices that can further define your design style. With so much to consider, professionals like Tom Macaluso, Production Manager of Tileworks in Austin, can be a lifesaver! Known and recognized as an industry expert, Macaluso guides clients through what can be an overwhelming process with ease.

With the wide variety of materials to choose from when making tile and countertop selections, making a final decision can be daunting. Not only is there a multitude of stone and tile materials, colors and patterns, but also a wide variety of installation choices that can further define your design style. With so much to consider, professionals like Tom Macaluso, Production Manager of Tileworks in Austin, can be a lifesaver! Known and recognized as an industry expert, Macaluso guides clients through what can be an overwhelming process with ease.