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Delivery & Installation Services On Time At The Kitchen Showcase

One thing is for sure when you decide to create your custom kitchen in Colorado with The Kitchen Showcase, and it is that from the moment you walk into our showroom, you are most important to us. Making sure that you receive your kitchen materials on time for installing your custom kitchen in the most effective way, is our number one priority.

This is why we have created our delivery & installation department with a professional group of people fully dedicated to your delivery process and the installation process. This team will maintain constant communication with you, to make sure you are aware of every detail.

At The Kitchen Showcase, you get to choose the schedule you would like our trucks to make the delivery of your new custom kitchen products. Once the products arrive at your home, we hire the best companies with the best professional staff to perform your custom kitchen installation. To make sure that the companies that work with us in the installation process are the best, they must undergo a rigorous screening and selection process beforehand.

In case you need assistance or have any questions, we have full-time representatives available for you. We also offer a one-year service warranty, coupled with many excellent manufacturer’s product warranties.

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Making Your Dream Kitchen Isn’t A Job To Us, It’s Our Passion!

At The Kitchen Showcase, we always try to exceed our customer’s expectations by delivering the best customer service possible. To achieve our goal, we have gathered the best kitchen and bath designers, and they are more than willing to help you create the kitchen & bathroom of your dreams.

We invite you to stop by our new and beautiful Kitchen and Bathroom Design Showroom, located in Centennial, Colorado. We are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Evenings and Saturdays by appointment. Also, you can send us your questions through our website and we will answer.

Principles of a Functional and Fashionable Outdoor Kitchen

With Memorial Day weekend out of the way, we’re officially in the midst of grill season. For those of you who love to cook outdoors, you may be looking to upgrade your outdoor cooking capabilities. If you want a permanent outdoor kitchen, you need to make smart choices about design and materials. Here’s our guide to an outdoor kitchen that will make any season “grill season.”

Designing an outdoor kitchen

Design an outdoor kitchen that is cohesive with the architecture and style of your home and garden.

The same design principles of an indoor kitchen will apply to an outdoor kitchen. The layout needs to be thoughtful, keeping in mind function, and convenience. Making sure the layout has a productive workflow will make your outdoor kitchen that much more enjoyable. Keep the work triangle in mind, and make sure you give yourself the tools and the space you need in a functional kitchen. Design a comfortable progression from the fridge to the sink, and prep area to the stove, and back again.

Style of outdoor kitchen

The style of your outdoor kitchen should mimic your home and the style of your indoor kitchen. Choose colors and materials that blend with the natural surroundings, so that you design a kitchen that is cohesive with the architecture of your home, and landscape of your garden.

Storage and cabinets

The last thing you want it to keep running back and forth between your outdoor kitchen and your indoor kitchen. Be sure to include plenty of storage space, cabinets, shelves, and drawers to have every tool you need within reach.

Use materials, like natural stone or stainless steel, that can handle the elements.

Outdoor kitchen materials

Once you have settled on the layout, it’s time to start looking at materials to complete your kitchen. Because you are outdoors, and because this is Colorado, you have to be mindful of varying temperatures and weather patterns. Use materials that are conducive to the environment, and have the strength and durability to stand up to the elements.

Natural stone

You may be tempted to get natural stone countertops. After all, stones and rocks have been surviving in nature for ages and ages. The problem is the porous nature of some stone countertops. If you do go with natural stone countertops, make sure they are adequately sealed and cured, so they don’t fall victim to the outdoor environment.

Stainless steel

Stainless steel is smooth, sleek, modern, and most importantly, sturdy against the elements. Using stainless steel for the countertops, as well as appliances, will ensure that your outdoor kitchen is corrosion-resistant. Stainless steel countertops and surfaces are also easy to clean and maintain.

Talk to a kitchen design expert about your outdoor kitchen project.

The Right Way to Design a Left-Handed Kitchen

About 15% of the population is left-handed, yet almost 100% of kitchens are designed to meet the needs of a right-handed person. If you’re remodeling your kitchen and you’re left-handed, this is your chance to customize your kitchen so that it suits your needs. After all, a kitchen should be functional and suited to the person who will be using it, so if you’re left-handed, then let your kitchen designer know so that they can help you plan accordingly.

Left handed kitchen design — Place the dishwasher to the left of the sink.

Being left-handed in a right-handed world

Too often, people who are left-handed have had to make adjustments to fit into a right-handed world. Unless you’re left-handed, you never realize how awkward it is to work in a kitchen that has been designed for a right-handed person. Since the majority of the world is right-handed, many designers won’t even think to take your left-handedness into consideration – until now. If you’re left-handed, design your kitchen layout to make it flow with the natural movements of a left-handed person.

Designing for a left-handed person

When you custom-design a kitchen, it’s the little details that make it perfect for you. A left-handed person will most likely reverse the “regular” order of things in a kitchen, making everything feel backward to a righty, but then again, for the lefties, kitchens have felt like they were designed backward for generations.

Reversing the flow of the kitchen

Getting custom kitchen cabinets is your chance to make sure that the cupboard doors open to the left, making it easier and more natural for you to open and close. The same is true for the kitchen sink. If you have a faucet with a side lever, make sure it is placed to the left. You also need to talk to your designer about making sure that there is extra counter space to the left of the sink, as that is most likely where you’ll place clean dishes to dry. If you have a dishwasher, place it to the left of the sink. Similarly, place pots and pans to the left of the stove will make it easier and more comfortable for a left-handed person.

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When you visit The Kitchen Showcase in Centennial, be sure to mention to the designer that you are left-handed and plan your kitchen remodel to meet your needs. If the main person doing the cooking in the kitchen is left-handed, make design choices that make it easy for that person to move about smoothly and comfortably. The right-handed people who visit your kitchen will just have to adapt, just like left-handed people have been adapting to right-handed kitchens in the past.

Visit our kitchen showroom and design your left-handed dream kitchen.

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Convenient Kitchen Design Will Make You a Better Cook

The way you design your kitchen can significantly improve your cooking. You won’t become a top chef overnight, but if you have space, tools, and convenience incorporated into your kitchen design, you’ll have a much more enjoyable time in your kitchen. If you love your kitchen, you’ll enjoy cooking in your kitchen. Love makes everything taste better.

Convenient kitchen design

The trick to making your kitchen more enjoyable to work in is making everything convenient. The layout of your kitchen should make everything flow naturally. Think about cooking as a choreographed dance, and then design your kitchen to fit that choreography. The kitchen work triangle is a great place to start, but more elements go into a great layout and convenient kitchen design.

Kitchen work triangle

Make sure your sink, stove, and refrigerator fit the kitchen work triangle. Having these three items in a convenient pattern will make it easy to travel from one to the other. These three items are the main ingredient to a productive workflow. Next, you need to add herbs and spices to make your dish sing.

Counter space

Give yourself plenty of space to prep and work. Counter space gives you more freedom when you cook. Don’t clutter your countertops with too many trinkets and appliances. Leave your countertops open so that you have room to prep and organize your ingredients.

Garbage disposal

For extra convenience, make sure you have a garbage disposal, compost, or trash bin close to your prep station. You cooking flow will be disrupted if you have to keep traveling across the kitchen to dispose of trash. Remember to design your kitchen to be as convenient as possible. Each movement should flow into the next with ease.

Dirty dishes

Give yourself space to be messy. Having enough counter space by the sink – or in the sink – will allow you to keep cooking, without having to stop and do a load of dishes.

Design a kitchen that will make your life easier. The easier it is to cook in your kitchen, the more you’ll want to cook. The more you cook, the better your cooking.

Visit a kitchen showroom to talk to a designer about making your life more comfortable in the kitchen.

Planning & Designing Your Custom Kitchen

Planning a custom kitchen is a complex process since there are multiple factors to consider, and the design team at The Kitchen Showcase are here to help point which deserves the most attention. With years of experience designing custom kitchens in Denver, Colorado and surrounding areas, The Kitchen Showcase has come up with a checklist that is sure to help you save both time and money when planning your space.

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Style of Design: Custom kitchens can come in all styles and designs, ranging from traditional to modern/contemporary. You will want to select a design that best fits your home and matches your lifestyle.
Color Selection: Much like the design of your custom kitchen, the color you select will help to set the atmosphere and tone of your room. Colors can match those of your home, or they can be bold and modern to add a twist to a traditional home.
Countertop Finishes: Countertops come in a wide variety of shapes and materials, ranging from the cheaper laminate options to more expensive solid quartz and granite. The designers at The Kitchen Showcase can help you select a few options that will fit the style of your kitchen, as well as offer options at varying price points.
Custom Kitchen Cabinets & Cupboards: Much like your countertops, kitchen cabinets and cupboards come in a variety of materials. Depending on your budget, you can select to have custom kitchen cabinets built from high-end solid wood, or you could have prefabricated ones installed instead. Materials and colors are easily interchangeable, giving you unlimited options when it comes to selecting which designs you prefer.
Amount of Refrigerator Space Needed: When designing a custom kitchen be sure to note the size of the refrigerator that you plan on installing. This is one of the largest and most important appliances in your kitchen, so you will want to be sure that your design plan allows the right amount of space for it to sit. The placement of your refrigerator will also dictate the setup of your kitchen cabinets and counters, so be sure that you have selected a location that you are satisfied with.
Sinkware and Location: Much like your refrigerator, you will want to carefully plan out the location of your sink, as it can be difficult to relocate in the future. Are you looking to install a smaller single bowl sink, or will you be in need of a larger double-bowl sink with two drains? Many like to locate the sink near to, or in front of a window, and it could mean that a new window must be installed to meet your needs.
Appliances: Having already selected the desired location for your refrigerator and sink, take the time to map out where you would like to place other kitchen appliances, such as a stove, dishwasher or icebox. These tend to take up possible cabinet space, so do take the time to think about where certain things should be located. Must your stove be placed an arm’s length of your sink? Are you looking to have your dishwasher close to your cupboards? You want your kitchen to flow, and by understanding how each appliance accompanies one another, you can better decide what needs to be close to one another.

Denver Custom Kitchens & Design

It is a lot of work, we know, but by talking with the designers at The Kitchen Showcase you can give professional advice as to how you can better lay out your space. Designing a custom kitchen in Denver has never been easier, so give the team at The Kitchen Showcase a call today to get your dream kitchen underway.

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What’s the Difference: Modern vs. Contemporary Kitchen Design

We throw around a lot of terminologies when we describe certain design styles throughout the ages. Some style trends are more comfortable to differentiate, but some are so closely related that it’s hard to tell the difference. So, we’re going to be doing a little blog series called What’s the Difference. Today, we’re going to try to shed some light on the difference between a modern and a contemporary kitchen.

Modern vs. contemporary kitchen design

If you’re confused by the difference between modern design and contemporary design, you’re not alone. No style can be placed in one specific box, all styles are slightly fluid and some blend together. In a Venn diagram, contemporary and modern design will have a lot of overlapping circles. Let’s take a look at the subtle differences between contemporary and modern kitchen design.

Modern kitchen design

You’d think that modern kitchen design is going to be the hottest latest trend, when, in fact, you need to look back a few decades. Although there are elements of modern design in every contemporary kitchen, not every modern kitchen has contemporary design elements. Confused? Let’s see if we can’t simplify it a bit.

The first modern kitchen was designed in the 1950s. That was the time when the kitchen stopped being just a kitchen and started becoming a more social room in the house. It was also during this time that the kitchen started to become an extension of the living room and dining room, instead of hidden away in the back of the house. Because of this trend, the kitchen needed to be both functional and stylish.

To modernize the style of the kitchen, designers started getting rid of frivolous and ornate elements that were found in a traditional kitchen. Designers began to work with clean lines and simple design, ensuring that space was utilized to the fullest to maximize efficiency. The color scheme was also minimized and neutralized for a cleaner and sleeker effect. And, voila, the modern kitchen was born.

Contemporary kitchen design

Contemporary kitchen design is basically, taking the philosophy of the modern kitchen and incorporating the latest trends. The modern kitchen is like the foundation of a contemporary kitchen, utilizing the clean and simple design elements and neutral color scheme, and then adding contemporary trends, like custom designed storage, a bright pop of color, and natural stone countertops.

Designing an efficient kitchen — Open shelves can give your kitchen a little dimension for a great visual, and make it more efficient.

Modern Contemporary Kitchen

The simplicity and the sleekness of a modern kitchen can sometimes feel a little impersonal. Adding contemporary elements will soften the sharp edges of modern design, adding some warm personal touches to make the kitchen feel fresh.

Visit The Kitchen Showcase to see the subtle differences between modern and contemporary kitchen design in one of our 40 complete showrooms.

Remodeling a Contemporary Country Kitchen

A light, white kitchen is an eternal classic. By adding a few soft, neutral colors to break up the clean white cabinets, you soften the palette and make the kitchen warmer. White colors make a kitchen feel clean, thereby inviting guests to want to cook and eat, whereas warmer tones prevent the kitchen from feeling too clinical and cold. One of our kitchen remodel projects takes classic design elements and mixes them with a few modern touches.

Complete kitchen remodel

When we take on a remodeling project, we work with each client from the concept to the final installation of all products. The first step is to assess the space, and then we talk to the client to get an idea of their dream kitchen. Then the fun begins, choosing the perfect style of the cabinets, the countertops, the sink, the hardware, the lighting, and of course, all the fun aesthetic elements that will make this kitchen feel like home. For this recent kitchen remodel project, we chose to use a creative tile backsplash to add a little country charm to a contemporary kitchen.

Custom cabinets

The cabinets are going to be the biggest portion of designing a kitchen. They are the most visible, will take up the most space, and serve the biggest functional purpose. You want the cabinets to match your style and perfectly fit with the right dimensions, as well as be functional in storing all of your kitchenware. Custom designing your cabinets will give you the best results, utilizing all the space and creating the perfect storage unit or display cases to fit your kitchen.

Customize your kitchen cabinets to meet every function and style requirement. Raised panel cabinet doors

For this charming kitchen remodel, we used a raised panel cabinet door style. Instead of completely white cabinets, the cabinets feature a fine dark trim to give the cabinets a more rustic design aesthetic. Adding to the rustic theme, the cabinets are complemented with antique bronze hardware and knobs, which is both rustic and modern.

Quartz countertops

We’re big fans of quartz countertops. They’re durable, stain- and heat-resistant, and offer many more style and color choices than granite or marble. The only difference is that quartz is engineered, whereas granite and marble are made from solid stone. However, quartz can still give your kitchen an organic feel, adding to the theme of a contemporary country kitchen.

Tile backsplashes

We always focus on the cabinets and countertops when we’re designing a kitchen. However, when it comes to tying the whole kitchen design together, you have to think about the big picture, from floor to ceiling. Instead of white walls behind the cabinets and above the counters, we went with a more artistic and chic design choice and added a tiled backsplash. A tiled backsplash adds another textural element, making the design more exciting. By incorporating the colors and the tones from the quartz and the cabinets, we make the kitchen design feel cohesive and complete.

Remodeling your kitchen — Add a pop of color to your rustic kitchen.

Recessed ceiling lights and a pop of color

Mixing and matching design styles can make for a more personalized kitchen design, so don’t be afraid to add modern touches to a rustic kitchen. For this remodel, we used recessed ceiling lights, instead of hanging fixtures. We painted one wall a vibrant deep blue to add a pop of color to an otherwise white and neutral kitchen.

The Kitchen Showcase in Denver

When you work with The Kitchen Showcase on our complete kitchen remodel project, you get the best selection of kitchen products for any budget and any style. We will also pair you with a designer who can help you bring your vision to life.

Every home deserves a great kitchen, and TKS is the best place to make all of your kitchen dreams come true.

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Find the Perfect Hardware to Match Your Kitchen Design

Hardware can put the final touches on a brand new kitchen remodel. We often think about the big-ticket items when we visualize our dream kitchens, like cabinets and countertops, but your choice of hardware can make a kitchen come alive.

Kitchen Hardware

Kitchen hardware is like that perfect accessory that makes the entire outfit. Let’s look at some of the essential hardware for your kitchen, and how it can help enhance the style and ambiance.

Kitchen cabinets on a budget — Clean, white contemporary kitchen design.

The style of hardware you choose should complement the style of your kitchen. If you’re going for an ultra modern kitchen with Scandinavian simplicity, choosing chunky and heavy hardware may weigh down the sleekness of the design. On the other hand, if you want a contemporary mountain kitchen, you can play with more ornate and bold hardware choices.

Knobs, Pulls, and Handles

Just like your kitchen design, the hardware should be functional and stylish. A modern contemporary kitchen tends to find knobs, pulls, and handles that are almost invisible, and blend into the design of the cabinets and drawers. The trick is to keep the hardware as minimalistic as the rest of the design.

Comfort

Besides wanting the hardware to compliment the style of your kitchen, you also want it to feel good. Before you choose hardware, we recommend that you visit a kitchen showroom and test out the hardware that appeals to your aesthetic. If you don’t like the way it feels, then you shouldn’t have it in your kitchen. The functionality of every product in your kitchen is one of the most important aspects of excellent kitchen design.

Hinges

For a rustic country kitchen, showing the hardware can add charm. Choosing visible hinges can add a nice visual and some texture to your design. However, if you want to keep it simple, look for hinges that are hidden, keeping the lines of your kitchen sleek and smooth.

Durability

Finally, the hardware you choose is going to see the most action in your kitchen. Your knobs, pulls, and handles are going to be used more than anything else, so make sure you choose quality products. Testing out the product first hand will give you a better impression of the durability of the hardware, rather than relying on a photograph.

Visit The Kitchen Showroom to test out hardware to complete your dream kitchen.

Tired Of Your Old Kitchen Or Bathroom?

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Maybe it’s time for a remodel with Denver’s #1 solution for homeowners, The Kitchen Showcase!

We’ve been a family-owned and operated business for over 30 years. Making you happy and fall in love with your new kitchen or bathroom isn’t a job for us, it’s our passion. So we focus on nailing these key aspects of the relationship we build with you once you’ve chosen us for the remodel project of your Denver home:

Your Experience with Us

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We put extra care into every detail of your experience and truly listen to your needs to get exceptional results for your budget. Our full-time service representatives will keep you up-to-speed and answer your questions, making a point of communicating clearly and meeting your deadlines so that you can avoid costly and inconvenient delays. We follow a structured process to ensure accurate pricing and ordering, and will deliver and install your products with care, so there are no surprises or damage. Your experience with us matters!

Respecting your budget

Your budget will go so much further at The Kitchen Showcase! We’re extremely selective in the brands that we offer, focusing on best-in-class manufacturers for each price range. Because we have great volume buying power, it means you get a superior product for your budget.

Real Professional Advice

Additionally, our professional design services are complimentary! You don’t have to settle for an inexperienced designer. Instead, we pair you with a skilled professional who has 5 to 38 years of product knowledge and practical experience. Our team also undergoes weekly training, so you get the latest insights on new products and trends.

Get the superior products, expert service, and long-term value you deserve and keep your cash in your wallet

So, once the vision for your new kitchen or bath begins to take shape, the next step is to reach out to us at The Kitchen Showcase. You can request a free estimate, call us at 303-799-9200 or visit our Denver showroom to have a discovery session with one of our professional kitchen and bath designers, to discuss your ideas and visit your home to see your space and understand the individual needs of your home and what’s important to you.

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Little Decorative Details That Make Your Home Pop

When you remodel your home, you tend to think “big picture.” Once you have the big items that will create the base of your interior design, you have to think about little decorative details that will make the entire house come alive. Here are small decorative elements that can take your home to another level.

Decorative Details

One decorative detail in every room can make everything pop. It doesn’t have to be a big statement piece. Sometimes, the most significant impact can be a tiny, subtle detail. It’s also the little details that you can continue throughout the home for cohesive interior design.

Three-Dimensional Design

Look at the big items in your home, cabinets, furniture, wallpaper and look for subtle characteristics that you can draw out and highlight. Your floors, furniture, or kitchen cabinets may have a subtle grain pattern, texture, or hue that you can draw out and highlight using other decorative things. Pull these aesthetics into the room for a three-dimensional design effect by having small decorative items that share the same tones or textures.

Decorative Pillows

One of the simplest ways to take subtle aesthetic characteristics and make them big is a decorative pillow. No room in the house can’t be enhanced with a few decorative pillows. Pillows can add a pop of color, an interesting pattern or texture, that will breathe some life to the room. Decorative pillows are like sprinkling a little fairy dust throughout the home.

Contrasting elements

Sometimes the best way to highlight a decorative feature is to add something contrasting. Contrasting doesn’t mean that the elements are fighting each other; they are working together to highlight and enhance each other. Think about decorative hardware in the kitchen. Using heavy and dark hardware on light and natural kitchen cabinets can have a bold and dramatic effect, where both the lightness of the cabinets and the darkness of the hardware draw out the best qualities in each other. Opposites attract in interior design, as well as in life.

Talk to a design expert at The Kitchen Showcase about how to highlight your interior design with subtle decorative details.