Kitchen and Bath Mart, a design firm in Palatine, IL, was commissioned by clients in Long Grove, IL, to design a transitional-style kitchen with clean and simple lines that would not only be sophisticated, but practical as well.

When a Miami real estate investor/developer was looking for a home for him and his three children about two years ago, he turned to a charming bayside village known as Coconut Grove.

When it comes to aesthetics, homeowners are usually looking to incorporate what’s trending and what’s “hot” on the market to make each space unique.

Artisan Group member Majestic Marble & Glass Co. and Constrata Surface Innovations has opened its new Raleigh location showroom/selection center.

Informal and functional appear to be two primary components in kitchen design today, and homeowners are also searching for a relaxing, simplistic space for their baths. Many consumers are straying away from sophisticated designs and are leaning towards more minimal looks - but overall, still inspiring.

While trends in kitchens and baths will continue to follow lifestyle changes, stone and tile remain materials of choice in these areas.