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Designing a Practical Kitchen with Style

The right finish for your kitchen cabinets

You may know exactly what your dream kitchen should look like, from texture and color combinations to style and materials. What you may not have thought about are the practical design aspects. The designers at The Kitchen Showcase in Denver are ready to take on your kitchen remodel project, helping you get all the visual elements that you love as well as put some thought into the layout of your kitchen.

Designing a kitchen — Remember to add an overhang on your kitchen island for comfortable seating.

Practical placement and spacing

The kitchen should be practical as much as it should be beautiful. Yes, we feast with our eyes first, but no matter how gorgeous your hardware, countertops, and cabinets are, if everything isn’t placed practically to work together, your frustration is going to outweigh the beauty.
Make sure that you have a garbage disposal and a trash can close to the main chopping and prepping area. In fact, being able to just sweep veggie peels and trash directly from your prep station into a garbage bin is going to make cooking much more enjoyable. It will also help you keep your station clean and organized. You want the sink nearby as well so you can rise veggies without having to carry them across the kitchen, dripping water wherever you go, and you want to be able to wash off your hands without having to walk about. It’s all about efficiency, and for that, you need a professional. We’ve seen it all and know all the pitfalls that you need to avoid.

Comfortable seating around the kitchen island

If your kitchen island also serves as a place where you sit and eat, or the kids like to do their homework there, make sure that there is an overhang on the island for you to place your legs. If you can’t pull the stool properly up to the counter when you eat or write, you’ll end up with a sore back and bruised knees. It’s little details like this that will take your kitchen from “just a kitchen” to a dream kitchen.

Lighting and electricity

Custom wood cabinets in Denver — Consider undercabinet lighting to light up your counters.

Make sure you consider the lighting for your kitchen. Once you have all the cabinets, shelving, and overhanging pots and pans in place, you have to think about additional spot lighting to light up each workstation. Undercabinet and in-cabinet lighting may be just the touch you need to elevate your new kitchen. Make sure there is plenty of lighting where you are using sharp knives or working with hot items. If you are working in the dark, you are setting yourself up for an accident.
You also have to think about everything you need in a modern kitchen. Since it is becoming increasingly popular to have an open plan multi-functional kitchen that is the heart of the home, you’ll need to be strategic about adding extra outlets for tablets and other devices that need to be charged.

Customized kitchen design in Denver

Our expert designers can help you design your dream kitchen. Customizing cabinetry and casework will help you be smart about design and function, as well as get materials and styles that match your aesthetic.
Talk to a designer or stop by The Kitchen Showcase in Denver to get inspired for your next kitchen remodel.

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Making a Splash With a Beautiful Kitchen Backsplash

Some things are staples in every kitchen, and the layout will sometimes speak for itself. It’s about creating a comfortable and functional space, first of all. Once you have the plan just right, you can start adding your personal touches to the kitchen design. A kitchen backsplash is one of the most fun and favorite ways to make your kitchen feel like home. Not just any home, but YOUR home.

Benefits to a backsplash in your kitchen

A kitchen backsplash has a functional purpose, as well as a decorative purpose. The backsplash will protect your walls from the backsplash of cooking, prepping, and washing. The material you use for your backsplash can make it easier to maintain, and more durable.

Porcelain and ceramic backsplashes

The classic kitchen backsplash is created using porcelain or ceramic tiles. The patterns, colors, and shapes are almost endless so that you can put your personal touch on your kitchen backsplash. Ceramic and porcelain are porous materials, so they will be finished and sealed before you install them to ensure that they are durable and will protect your walls.

Glass tile backsplashes

Glass tiles are another popular material for a kitchen backsplash. Glass is a nonporous material and is, therefore, a perfect choice for a kitchen. They are easy to clean and maintain. A glass tile backsplash will also remain vibrant and colorful forever, and the shine from the glass will absorb and distribute extra light in your kitchen.

Kitchen design inspiration

Numerous materials can be used to create a creative and personal backsplash. Head to our kitchen showroom to see complete kitchen designs to get inspiration for your kitchen backsplash. The backsplash is your chance to create something unique and beautiful for your kitchen.
The Kitchen Showcase is located in Centennial, Colorado. Check out over 40+ entire rooms and talk to a design expert about your kitchen remodel project.

Not Enough Cabinet Space? The Kitchen Showcase Can Help!

Having the right cabinets for your kitchen space can be a complete turnaround for your kitchen, both aesthetically and functionally. No more broken hinges or doors that do not close and imagine all the extra space you will have. Your appliances and cooking gear will be stored neatly in their own place in those fantastic new cabinets. You can finally buy that fancy bread maker you hadn’t gotten because you simply didn’t have space.

Denver Kitchen Remodeling With Care And Passion

No matter what style kitchen you have or you wish to upgrade to, we have the right Cabinets and Countertops for your Denver Kitchen. We have multiple materials and designs that will blend into your actual kitchen type. You’re on a budget? That’s one of the great benefits of remodeling your kitchen cabinets with us. Through our volume-buying power with leading cabinet manufacturers, The Kitchen Showcase is able to offer the best value in top-quality cabinets for virtually any budget.
Stop putting the awaited aside that awaited and much-needed renovation. Whether you’re looking for cabinetry for your kitchen, master bath, library, home office, entertainment center, closet, or outdoor room, please take a moment to learn about our cabinet brands.

The Kitchen Showcase Makes any Dream Kitchen Come True

Let us show you why we are the best cabinet company in Colorado. Our staff will keep you informed of every single step of the process and will ensure that your project is finished on time. They will always treat your products exactly as we treat you, with the utmost care for all of our customers and their kitchen remodeling in Centennial.
We can proudly say that we are the number one Crestwood cabinet dealer in the country, and one of the top five Kitchen Craft cabinet dealers. So if you need help with your custom kitchen design in Denver, or with your kitchen remodeling in Colorado, we are your best option.

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White is a Classic Color Choice in Any Style of Interior Kitchen Design

There’s nothing more classic than a pristine white kitchen. However, white isn’t always white. There are many shades of white, making white the one color that can dominate any style of interior kitchen design.

White kitchen

White is a neutral, friendly, and clean color. In the kitchen, you want a color that will signify cleanliness, and white will do that. You also want a color that can draw in the light, opening up your kitchen and allowing you to breathe. White is also like a blank canvas, which will help inspire your creative juices. You don’t think about it often, but the kitchen is a creative space, and keeping it simple and white will give you the freedom to be more grand and creative with your cooking and baking.

White kitchen cabinets

White is universal and goes with any style. White kitchen cabinets can be modern, traditional or contemporary, but they can also go with a quaint country style kitchen.

Modern white kitchen

To modernize your white kitchen, look for cabinetry with clean, simple lines. Keeping the design elements to the bare minimum is the perfect type of minimalism that you want in a modern kitchen. To add a bit of texture, look to incorporate a few gray tones to give a little contrast to the white. Gray is the most modern of neutral colors, however, in a modern kitchen, it’s okay to make it all monochromatic and keep it white on white.

Contemporary white kitchen

A contemporary kitchen will use elements from modern minimalism but might add a few bright splashes of color. Contrasting colors and glossy surfaces are also a common sight in a contemporary kitchen. Avoid crown moldings and trim. Keep it simple.

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

Traditional white kitchen

The traditional kitchen will break up the white colors with other variations of neutral. A colorful backsplash by the oven and some organic elements, like a big wooden island are classic design elements in a traditional kitchen. Your kitchen cabinets should also be more intricate in design, with raised panel cabinet doors, crown moldings, and trim.

White country kitchen

Make your cabinets more rustic and elaborate in the design. Using brass, copper, and iron knobs and pulls to adorn the cabinets and drawers will bring the cute country style into your kitchen.
Explore all of your options for a beautiful white kitchen at The Kitchen Showcase in Denver. We have the best brands to match any style and any budget, and 40+ complete showrooms set up to help you get inspired.

Making The Most Out Of Your Kitchen Issues

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Tired of doing constant repairs? Maybe it’s time for a kitchen makeover!

We all love our kitchens. They are our source of delicious meals and happy family time, but the constant heavy use they get takes a toll on its condition and eventually, kitchen issues begin to appear out of nowhere.
For most homeowners, kitchen sink plumbing problems are relatively common. Nonetheless, by the time they realize there is an issue, it is already too late, and a fairly simple problem becomes a frustrating hassle.
Some of the most common kitchen sink plumbing problems that homeowners face are leaky or clogged kitchen faucets, clogged drains, and leaking drain baskets. All of them are extremely harmful to your countertops, cabinets, and other kitchen furniture if not treated on time.

Let’s look on the Bright Side

If you are currently facing a similar situation, you can make the most out of it and facelift your kitchen’s appearance with a brand new kitchen design. You can still give yourself and your family a late Holiday present and begin the new year with style and elegance!
Making the decision to remodel your kitchen in Denver might be a tough one and something you’ve been avoiding for a while, but if you are being forced to be constantly fixing single issues, you can take advantage of the problem and enhance your kitchen’s appearance and functionality all at once. We have a broad range of elegant and cool designs to choose from, all of which can suit your budget and lifestyle.

Designing your custom kitchen in Denver

Dive into our incredible catalog and match the kitchen of your dreams to your budget and preferences. We have a wide range of styles, materials, and accessories that will make your design kitchen a success! Choose from a Contemporary, Transitional, Traditional, Country/Rustic, Modern/Euro or Mountain Contemporary Kitchen. All of them have exquisite details and taste. Once you find the right one, you can begin selecting your cabinets and countertops from our numerous options.

Cabinets

At the Kitchen Showcase, we offer the best value in top-quality cabinets for virtually any budget. Select from a Crestwood, Kitchen Craft, Decora, Koch, Aristokraft, or Denver stainless steel cabinets.

Countertops

Just like the cabinets, our range of countertops offers only the top of the line options in the market at the most favorable prices. We have natural stone, quartz, solid surface, wood, metal, glass, and laminate countertops.

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Your Kitchen Countertop Materials Can Help Minimize Germs

When it comes to dirty rooms in the home, most would guess that the bathroom is prone to be germiest of all the rooms. It turns out; your kitchen is a bigger germ magnate than your bathroom. Since we cook in the kitchen, there are some real health risks to allowing too many germs to build up. So, let’s look at the cleanest kitchen materials to make your kitchen less germy.

Germs in the kitchen

The kitchen is the most popular room in the house, so it’s no wonder that it can also become the dirtiest. Lots of people and perishable items are the perfect combination of germs to gather. You don’t have to be a germaphobe to want to minimize germs in your kitchen. If you’re in the process of remodeling, we’ve got a few tips to keep the germs at bay. The materials you use can help keep your kitchen cleaner and more sanitary.

Modern warm kitchen design — Wood is porous and will attract germs without being sealed and resealed.

Non-porous kitchen materials

The key to minimizing germs in your kitchen, besides a regular cleaning routine, is to use non-porous materials. Using materials that are non-porous means that germs won’t penetrate your counters. Since you are constantly exposing your countertops to things that can transport germs, it is important for you to choose countertop materials that will help minimize germs.

Wooden Countertops

Wood is wonderfully organic and beautiful, but when it comes to your countertops, look for something that isn’t going to allow germs to penetrate and fester. There are sealers that can be used to make wood non-porous, but they aren’t permanent. If you wait too long to re-seal, your wooden countertops may already be filled with germs.

Granite vs. Quartz

Quartz countertops are nonporous and germ resistant.

We’re always being asked about granite vs. quartz, but when it comes to the question of being germ-resistant quartz wins over granite. Granite is highly porous, whereas quartz is made with a resin and polymer bond that makes it nonporous.

Stainless Steel

The most common material in a commercial kitchen is stainless steel. It’s a classic and for a good reason. Stainless steel is non-porous and very easy to clean and disinfect after each use. Stainless steel is even finding its way into the modern and traditional kitchen design.
The Kitchen Showcase has over 40 complete rooms with the best brands in kitchen and bathroom design. Talk to design experts about the best materials to use in your kitchen to minimize germs and match your style.

Getting Ready for Your Kitchen Remodel

Getting ready for a kitchen remodel takes a little time and planning. Remember, if you’re doing a complete remodel of your kitchen with new cabinets, hardware, countertops, and casework, you’re going to be kitchenless for a little while, so be sure to mentally and physically prepare yourself to be camping in your own home while your new kitchen is being installed. But if you have a professional team doing your kitchen remodel, we promise, it will be worth it!

Remodeling your kitchen in Denver — Leave out a few items that you’ll need during the remodeling process, and pack up everything else.

Say goodbye to your old kitchen

Getting a new kitchen is exciting. Finally, you’re getting the kitchen of your dreams! However, don’t underestimate your connection to the old kitchen, despite how frustrated you may have been by the lack of space, functionality, and worn-out cabinetry. Even an old kitchen will have memories, so be sure to give the space a proper goodbye, if for no other reason than one last awkward and frustrating cooking session in your old kitchen will only heighten the joy you’ll feel when you step into your dream kitchen.
Also, no matter how cramped or inconvenient your current kitchen may be, you’re going to be eating a lot of take-out and sandwiches while we work on your new kitchen, so take the time to cook some of your favorite family meals before we start ripping out the old to make room for the new.

Create an alternate kitchen area

You can’t eat out three meals a day, so you need to think of an alternative kitchen area while we are installing your new kitchen. Find another area in the house where you can have some counter space, running water, and a mini-fridge.
Think of all the things that you know you’ll need:

Breadknife
Toaster
A few utensils, plates, and bowls
Coffeemaker
Water boiler
Crockpot
Etc.

TKSI designer Keilan Stockham's portfolio images — Remove everything from your kitchen so that the installation crew can work efficiently.

Be organized when you pack

The rest of your kitchen should be packed and boxed neatly and safely. Be sure to label each box. Make room for all of your kitchen stuff in another room, away from the construction and the dust of your remodeling project, but also away from areas in your home where you spend the most time. Make the process as easy for everyone as possible, and the more organized you are, the more smooth the remodeling process will be. Plus, you want to get everything out of the way of your crew so that they can work efficiently without obstacles.
The more organized you are, the more comfortable you’ll be during the remodeling process.

Get your BBQ fired up

If you have a BBQ, it’s time to get it fired up again, even if it’s still freezing outside. You can make most of your meals on a BBQ, including your morning eggs. With a little innovation, you’ll be able to create an outdoor kitchen so that you don’t have to completely change your routine.

Talk to a designer about your next remodeling project

The Kitchen Showcase is located in Denver, Colorado. We design and install cabinets, countertops, hardware, and accessories for the heart of your home – your kitchen – as well as for bathrooms, entertainment centers, home offices, libraries, and even closets.
It doesn’t matter if you’re remodeling a tired kitchen or building a custom home. We are committed to offering exceptional products, service, and design so you can make the most of your budget!

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How to Make Your Cabinets the Star of Your Kitchen?

Kitchen storage should look good, make a statement, and be functional. Even the simplest cabinet can be a work of functional art. Here’s how to make your kitchen cabinets the star of your kitchen.

Choosing kitchen cabinets

To make the cabinets the star of your kitchen you need to blend fashion and function. When cabinets are perfectly fitted to your kitchen and your needs, they will add calm and comfort to your kitchen. When things are custom built and fitted it will add to the positive energy in the kitchen. For odd spaces or special kitchen equipment, think about having some cabinets customized.

Adding layers and dimension

Use your cabinets to add layers and dimension to your kitchen. You want to play with size, shapes, and texture to breathe life into your kitchen. If everything is all the same, the kitchen will feel dull and two-dimensional. Using a variety of cabinets and storage spaces, as well as other types of storage like drawers and shelves will make it a more interesting visual.

Hardware

Something as simple as unique and interesting hardware on your cabinets can make your cabinets the star of the kitchen. However, you don’t just want to choose hardware that looks good in your kitchen, you need to choose hardware that is also functional. Before you choose a pull or knob, make sure you get to hold and pull to ensure that it feels comfortable. Hardware can elevate the appeal of your cabinets.

Cabinet doors

A simple cabinet can be made extraordinary by choosing the right cabinet door style. Depending on the rest of the decor and architecture, there are cabinet doors to match every decorative style. You can also vary your cabinet doors, using some solid, and some with glass to further play with texture and dimension. Another popular trend is to have one statement in your kitchen and using a rustic, custom designed barn door instead of a cabinet door will really catch the eye and make your cabinets a functional piece of art.
Visit our kitchen showroom in Centennial, Colorado. Check out the latest and greatest brands of custom and semi-custom cabinets to match any style and budget.

Get Your Own Personal Design Expert When You Choose The Kitchen Showcase

We are usually good at displaying our personal style, but when it comes to remodeling a kitchen or a bathroom – or any other room, for that matter – we could all use a little help from a design expert. When you choose The Kitchen Showcase for your next remodel project, we not only give you a lot of product choices and styles, but you get your own personal design expert to help guide you through the process.

Colorado kitchen showroom — Our experts will guide you through the entire remodel project.
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A Designer Just for Your Remodeling Project

There are many small details that go into remodeling a kitchen or bathroom. It’s more than just choosing a color scheme and the right style of cabinets. Plus, with so many styles to choose from and so many different brands, making the right choices can quickly become overwhelming.
Because we’re talking about your home, the design process can also become quite emotional. Working with a personal designer can help you navigate the choices and the emotions, making sure that the final result is something that you will love for a long time.

Recognizing Your Design Style

When you work with a design expert, they can help you navigate all the different choices. Our experts will work with you to understand not just your aesthetic, but your lifestyle. How you use your kitchen, your bath, your dining room, and living room will affect the choices you make in terms of materials and design. Before we explore our showroom, we’ll sit with you to understand just what your needs are, and from there, we can narrow down your choices.
Before we explore our showroom, we’ll sit with you to understand just what your needs are, and from there, we can narrow down your choices.

Respecting Your Budget

Everyone has a budget that they would like the remodel project to stick to, and our experts will do their best to respect yours without compromising style and quality. Once we know what we’re working with, both in terms of the budget and the space that we have to work with, we’ll guide you through our showroom, showing you all the options that will work for you from cabinets to countertops to hardware and accessories.

Design Showroom in Colorado

We’ve got one of Colorado’s biggest and best showrooms with over 40 room displays. You can see, touch, and experience every product, material, and color before you make the final choice. We’ll create a space and design plan so that you fully understand what the final outcome will be.
Stop by The Kitchen Showcase in Centennial and let our experts help you design your dream home.

Increasing the Luxury and the Effectiveness of a Freestanding Tub

Having a freestanding tub in your bathroom is going to be a major focal point. A freestanding tub says that you have the luxury of having enough space, and also the luxury of having the time to relax and soak your troubles away. However, there are considerations you need to make so that the free-standing tub isn’t just decorative, but functional, as well.

When to get a freestanding tub?

A freestanding tub is only effective if you have enough space in your bathroom. You don’t want to have to bend and twist around your tub that’s taking up way too much space. A freestanding tub should be free, and shouldn’t obstruct the flow of your bathroom. However, if you have space, a freestanding tub is the ultimate show of bathroom luxury.

Creating storage space

The problem with a freestanding tub is that it doesn’t come with storage space or counter space. Designing built-in storage space in your bathroom that will make your tub experience more functional, without taking away from the simplicity or the freedom of the tub, is important. You will need to find decorative ways to get your bath products within reach, as well as a towel once you’re done. There are storage units that hang on the tub, but that will ruin the overall effect. If you’re going to hang and add a bunch of stuff to your tub, you might as well get a built-in tub instead.

Decorative Storage

A freestanding tub is mostly going to be for days when you have time to relax and pamper yourself. For that, you won’t need to have a ton of products nearby. You just need to draw the bath using soothing oils, and then put the products away in their designated storage area, get in the tub and then let your troubles soak away. Not having too much clutter around the tub will add to the zen-like ambiance you want to create. A decorative item near the freestanding tub, something with a bit of a ledge or surface area – like a cute little stool or piece of furniture – is perfect for lighting a candle and laying your towel. Having a towel nearby is the only thing you really need.

Custom built-in bathroom storage

To free your freestanding tub from clutter you want to design plenty of custom built-in storage in other areas of the bathroom. Custom designing will make the bathroom feel more organized and calm, and you can create storage that fits all of your unique needs. You may not need to add storage around your freestanding tub, but you will need it to make your bathroom functional. If your bathroom isn’t functional, then all the luxury elements will lose their glamour.
Talk to a professional interior design expert about the latest products and trends. The Kitchen Showcase will help you create your dream bathroom for any style and budget.