Writer Holly Amaya said it best in her article Out with the Old: The 10 Tired Interior Design Trends You Need to Ditch in 2018: “Figuring out what makes for good design is an admittedly subjective exercise. Ask a dozen experts their thoughts on say, why faux Mid-Century Modern is still popular in American interior design long after “Mad Men” has left us, and you’ll likely get a dozen different options. Nevertheless, some home design trends manage to rise to mass acceptance [thanks to unstoppable forces like HGTV and Pinterest]…and tend to take on a life of their own. And sometime they just don’t die, even when they absolutely should.” (1) Read More
Granite has long reigned supreme in the world of kitchen countertops. It has become synonymous with quality and luxury and something home buyers have actively sought out. In fact, there was a time when granite was the only word you’d hear from home owners fantasizing about their dream kitchens. (1) It’s not surprising given the classic elegance and good resale value of granite. Until now, it turns out. Designers are turning to another material for kitchen countertops: quartz. Read More
