Designing for entertaining and everyday life

Many Austin homes are designed for entertaining, but fewer are designed for everyday life. Let’s discuss some of the design principles that can create a functional layout for weekday dinners and homework as well as a big party.
Choosing a cooktop or range that’s right for you

How you cook on your cooktop and how you use your oven will determine which range is right for you. There are multiple configurations, in every price point and appliance line, to accommodate every cook. What is right for you comes down to how you use your kitchen. Let’s talk about what you should consider.
Vent hoods: more than an afterthought

Kitchens get hot. Grease happens. Proper ventilation doesn’t just protect your health, it protects your cabinets, your paint, your lights and your sanity. They are required for both gas and electric/induction cooktops and ranges. Here’s a rundown of what you should consider in deciding what vent hood to go with.