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We’ve previously wrote about the challenges that we often face when designing a kitchen and offered ways to help you overcome those challenges. This time we decided to share a feature we absolutely love to design into kitchens, when and where possible. Steam ovens have been used for many years by professional bakeries and restaurants [...]

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It is often said that the kitchen is the heart of the home. While this is true, the kitchen can be one of the most rewarding, yet challenging spaces in a home to plan and maintain. Kitchen clutter is an all too familiar problem for many of us. Everyone has their favorite gadgets and secret [...]

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Deciding which pieces of art to display in your home can be exciting and fun, but it is also one of the most difficult stages in the interior design process. That doesn’t mean, however, that using art can’t be executed tastefully. With the proper planning and considerations the right art choices can highlight an already breathtaking room. [...]

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There are many options available for homeowners when they are trying to decide which material to use for their kitchen countertops. Having multiple options to choose between can be exciting, and at times overwhelming, so we decided to share some expert knowledge that we’ve gained on this particular subject from years of being the premiere interior design [...]

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If you are looking to buy or remodel your kitchen, you must know that it is often a big investment.  Before you decide to embark in this project, ask yourself the key issues in terms of needs, space and development. Here are a few tips that can help you with this process: 1. Do not [...]

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The Phoenix Arizona interior design industry is constantly growing, and as a designer it is critical that I stay abreast of the emerging interior design trends in order to ensure that my clients are getting the results they desire and deserve. My experiences in both the Phoenix interior design market and the Hawaii interior design [...]

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In all of my Arizona interior design projects as well as my Hawaii interior design projects, I find inspiration from comfortable living, intimate family gatherings, gourmet food and wines, new and exciting travel destinations, color and texture, historical architectural figures and fashion. I approach each interior design project, whether in Arizona or Hawaii, with a [...]

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Ownby Design recently won two design awards from Kitchen and Bath Business (K+BB) for our interior design work in the kitchen and bath space in Hawaii. One of our Maui properties won a coveted “Kitchen of the Year” award for the sleek and modern kitchen designed by members of our talented interior design team. Our [...]

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One of the benefits that our clients acquire from working with our interior design firm is our ability to provide them with furniture pieces that are truly unique and customized to fit their comfort level and needs. Being able to design custom pieces is one of my very favorite parts of the interior design process. [...]

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When blending interior design styles within your home it is important to find a common theme amongst the elements. Often people stick to one interior decorating style in their home, which depending on personality and lifestyle, can feel monotonous. If you are looking to create what many would call an eclectic styled home, or you [...]

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