We live in a day and age now where many 'cookie cutter' communities have popped up everywhere that lack individuality. That personal touch is lost in these communities because they all share the same floor plans and have similar design elements that may not match the lifestyle and personal taste of the homeowner. Let's take the kitchen for example. The kitchen... [Read more...]

Mary Brown Houston was born 120 years ago on October 19 into a privileged family in Springfield, Missouri. She studied design at Drury College as a young woman, romantically followed her young husband to Indiana where he was stationed during World War I, then on to the burgeoning auto industry in Michigan and Ohio. Life was upwardly mobile, new home to decorate,... [Read more...]

Think about all the activities you do while working in the kitchen. There's preparing meals - this may involve chopping vegetables, cutting meats, blending ingredients and etc. All of these activities require sufficient lighting first and foremost for safety reasons. One center light in your kitchen is not the proper amount of lighting for your entire kitchen.... [Read more...]

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