The CKD Blog
Where Sarah, and sometimes Steve, share design projects, renovation advice, and other project-related insights.
We've Done It Again... Come Meet Our Newest Fixer-Upper!
It isn’t often that you have the chance to purchase a 70+ year old home from the original owners, but we were blessed with such an opportunity. Filled with history, well-loved by many, and in need of our help, this home captured our hearts the moment we saw it. Ready to see what we’ve gotten ourselves into this time?
Before & After: Bright & Fresh Tuscan Bathroom Update
About 20 years ago, our client’s Tuscan-inspired bathroom was the epitome of style. Travertine floors. Dark cabinetry. Granite countertops. But today, those darker colors and materials are less popular. Most of us want fresh, open, bright spaces that feel airy and breathable. Here’s how we made it happen without a full renovation…
Behind the Scenes of a Beautiful Tuscan Kitchen Refresh
Today we’re revealing a gorgeous kitchen refresh we just completed in timeless Tuscan style. Proof that not every kitchen needs a full renovation to get a new take on life — and change how you live in it, too.
What are the Top Timeless Finishes for a Kitchen Remodel?
If you’re planning a kitchen remodel, chances are you would like it to look and feel timeless. After all, any renovation is an investment of time and funds — if you’re putting in the effort, it should look good and last as long into the future as possible. Here are our suggestions…
The Waterfront Reno: Best Kitchen Features for Entertaining
As promised, I am back to share more of the Waterfront Kitchen Renovation with you, and I’ll be the first to say that this kitchen was designed for a challenging client—us! Today I’m giving you a tour of the features we chose and why they were (are) important for creating the lifestyle we want most.
The Waterfront Renovation: Before & After Story
This waterfront home renovation was a special project—it was for us! Steve and I rescued this house on the Emerald Coast about 2.5 years ago. I say “rescued,” because the house took a beating during Hurricane Ivan in 2004. You'll never believe what it looks like now…
Before & After: A Fresh and Functional 1970s Kitchen Remodel
This client loves to entertain and was eager to trade her olive green 1970s kitchen for a fresh, functional space she’d be proud to invite people into! Come witness the transformation…