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IKEA kicks a DDD (dated, dark, and dingy) Chicago kitchen to the curb

Giving an outdated space an update with IKEA cabinetry is easier than you think Close your eyes and imagine you’ve inherited a historic yet swanky condo/apartment in Chicago with a kitchen that has a major case of DDD: Dated Dark Dingy The solution to the DDD threat is obviously a new IKEA kitchen. (This is the IKD blog after all). But now factor in: You can update the kitchen, but you have to do it before you can move in You live in Maryland at the moment and flying back and forth to Chicago or living in a hotel is out of the question Your nephew is an architect and you’re [...]

A modern farmhouse kitchen for a self-described "IKEA freak"

Personalizing your kitchen is very possible using IKEA cabinetry IKD designed a modern farmhouse kitchen for Sharon and Steve’s brand-new home. We always have fun designing IKEA kitchens in new home builds. Without further ado: Sharon describes herself as an “IKEA freak” and if you look closely in the photos you can see other IKEA touches, such as the pillows on the sofa and the INGOLF bar stools. Because they were starting with a blank slate, Sharon and Steve gave IKD full rein over the design. They loved the first kitchen design draft we came up with and made no changes – a first in IKD history! [...]

This timeless IKEA kitchen reno is big-A** but all class

Large islands can work very well in IKEA kitchens Any home built in the 1970s has its quirks, and IKD customers Andy and Michelle’s was no exception. Their home was what’s known as an “upside down” house because the kitchen and living areas were upstairs. The first floor was one open room with a small wet bar in one corner. When they bought it, Michelle knew she wanted to flip that house right side up. The new IKEA kitchen would go in the corner where the wet bar was, so they wouldn’t need to move any plumbing. And when they bought it, they began right away! And [...]

How Kokeena Custom Doors Add Extra Style to IKEA Kitchen Cabinets

An Interview with Russell Edwards, CEO of Cabinet Manufacturer Kokeena IKD customers are savvy and in-the-know about good design choices. That’s why so many of them seek out custom cabinet doors from Kokeena. Kokeena in Oregon has a bevy of beautiful cabinet door options that make your kitchen look unique and stylish. This week I interviewed Russell Edwards, the CEO of Kokeena. Kokeena is based in the greater Portland area and services both Canada and the United States. Why Clients Work with Kokeena for Custom Doors Why do your clients choose Kokeena? Quality and service. Our website is a starting point for an upfront concierge-type experience with designers and woodworkers that [...]

How the odd couple got their perfect IKEA kitchen

Making an IKEA kitchen work for multiple uses takes a deft design touch Most of our customer interviews start with an important question: “why did you want to remodel your kitchen?” IKD customer Jamie said, “You mean aside from the fact that my kitchen was ugly?” We’re not ones to judge…but the customer is always right! The other issue with the kitchen was how the counterspace was so broken up by appliances, there was only 24” of space on top of the dishwasher for food preparation. Since Jamie prepares all the meals for the week on Sunday, she definitely needed more room for this undertaking. The kitchen [...]

Does this classic Atlanta bungalow have an IKEA kitchen? Only her designer knows for sure

This modern IKEA masterpiece took a true design collaboration In the 1950s, ads for Clairol hair dye asked “Does she…or doesn’t she? Only her hairdresser knows for sure.” Women in the 1950s didn’t want anyone else to know they dyed their hair. Now it’s 2017 and the equivalent question is, “Does she…or doesn’t she have a kitchen from IKEA? Only her designer knows for sure!” If you find yourself exclaiming that when you see the photos of Sabrina and Chris’ (almost completed) kitchen, we can’t say we blame you. Chris and Sabrina’s IKEA kitchen came together with the help of architect Jordache Avery, Semihandmade doors, Custom Assembly & Installations, [...]

See how the new walnut VOXTORP doors look in a real IKEA kitchen

Making the most out of a small kitchen using IKEA VOXTORP doors Think every small kitchen has to be white? Not so! IKD Customer Marie’s new home had a small kitchen but she flipped the script with IKEA walnut VOXTORP doors. Marie chose to open up her kitchen with a very different design decision. Can you guess? This is what her kitchen looked like when she first bought her home: And this is her kitchen with the walnut VOXTORP doors: Ta-da! When Marie emailed a photo of her new IKEA kitchen to her realtor, her realtor wrote back, “I need to come see the house. It doesn’t even look like the same [...]

Allstyle cabinet doors make IKEA kitchens look custom

A brief interview with AllStyle CEO Drew Gall More and more, IKD customers are choosing IKEA for their kitchen cabinet boxes and sourcing their doors, appliances, and countertops from somewhere else. Why? Because they want a custom-looking kitchen. AllStyle Cabinet Doors in Canada is a popular supplier of IKEA retrofit solutions. When you buy their highly stylized, beautiful doors, your kitchen will look anything but IKEA. This week I interviewed Drew Gall, the President of AllStyle. AllStyle is based in the greater Toronto area and services both Canada and the United States. […]

5 ways to save money on your IKEA kitchen renovation

Simple and effective ways to save money on your IKEA kitchen remodel project Ready for a flash round of IKEA kitchen Family Feud? What’s the first thing that comes to mind when I say “kitchen renovation” ? Because the survey says, “Can I afford a kitchen renovation?” was the top answer! If you think an IKEA kitchen renovation will be too costly right now, you’re not alone. Even though IKEA kitchens are known for their affordability. Luckily, there are ways to save money on your IKEA kitchen renovation In fact, we know of 6 tips to save money on your IKEA kitchen renovation. Don’t give up on your dream of a beautifully [...]

What IKEA Home Planner can’t do for your Kitchen Design

IKEA Home Planner vs. Hiring a Kitchen Design Professional IKEA stores are fun to visit and plan — especially when you venture into the kitchen showroom. With their mix of IKEA cabinets and accessories, the kitchens within the showroom look almost perfect. You can see all available door styles, cabinet boxes, sinks, appliances, and utensils. In the showroom, a team of kitchen specialists is available to help you every step of the way and give you access to the IKEA Home Planner. It looks like an ideal kitchen design experience that covers all your needs. However, our experience tells us this system could be better. This article highlights the pitfalls of [...]

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