Laurysen Wins Homestars “Best of 2014” Award
We couldn’t be more exited! Laurysen Kitchens has won the Homestars “Best of 2014” Award for Ottawa in the category of Kitchen and Bathroom – Cabinets and Design. I’d like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to all of our great customers, especially the ones who have been providing reviews of our work […]
A Floor To Stand On: Pick Kitchen Flooring That Works
Here in Canada, our kitchens are often the centre of the home, whether we’re relaxing with family or entertaining guests. There’s something about sharing food in a warm, inviting space that brings people together and strengthens emotional ties. How many times have you hosted a party and found that everyone seems to gravitate to the […]
How to Choose the Perfect Kitchen Faucet
Choosing the right faucet for your new kitchen isn’t incredibly hard (we think it’s always lots of fun), but you do need to consider a few things. It can often help to choose the kitchen faucet at the same time that you are replacing your kitchen sink and even your kitchen countertop. There’s an almost infinite […]
Choosing the Right Kitchen Sink Material
There are a lot of options these days when it comes to kitchen sinks. It’s easy to get excited by all of the beautiful choices, but the important thing to remember is that it’s the material that counts. If you’ve been dreaming about a new kitchen renovation, a kitchen sink is an important detail that’s […]
Kitchen Design 101: Common Kitchen Layouts
A kitchen renovation is a great way to get more usable space out of your house – and a great way to get a better price if you ever decide to sell. If you have the budget, one of the best ways to improve your home is to change the layout of your kitchen to […]
Happy Holidays From Laurysen Kitchens!
We’re taking a bit of a break from blogging this week. Instead, we’ll be relaxing with family and friends, and definitely eating way too much! Don’t worry, though – there will be more interior design and décor articles starting again Thursday January 9th . On behalf of all of us at Laurysen Kitchens, I would […]
Kitchen Design 101: The Working Triangle
Is a kitchen renovation on your agenda? Lucky you! Updating your kitchen is one of the most dramatic and cost-effective home renovation projects you can do. With the help of Laurysen’s expert kitchen designers, you’re going to love the final result. If you’re doing some preliminary thinking about your new space, you may be wondering […]
Kitchen Design Trends for 2014
If you’re considering a kitchen renovation in 2014, you may be wondering what the latest kitchen trends are. At Laurysen we’ve noticed a number of new looks that have either surfaced recently or that are still going strong. Let’s take a look at what’s in demand and what’s becoming more popular all the time. 1. […]
Have More Fun With Your Holiday Entertaining
It’s an exciting and festive time of year! Everyone’s super busy with shopping, decorating and holiday plans. And the parties! There are dozens of special events for work, friends and family that all clamour for our attention. But when it comes to hosting our own events, the extra effort it takes can quickly become too […]
How To Get The Most Out Of Holiday Decorating
It’s that time of year again! Here at Laurysen we get right into holiday decorating: one of the things that we love the most is that even the most restrained of home décors can become transformed into a wonderland. From austere to magical in one weekend! People love to pull out all the stops. And […]
Make the Most of a Small Bathroom
Just because you have a small bathroom it doesn’t mean you can’t have a great bathroom. As part of my recent series on bathroom design, this post is going to take a look at how to get the most out of the bathroom space you have. As you’ll see, with some clever space saving solutions, […]
Bathroom Lighting That Works
If we are lucky enough to have the space and a healthy decor budget, our bathrooms can be places of luxurious relaxation. But large or small, good lighting is an essential in a bathroom. Good lighting doesn’t have to be expensive, but it does need to be well planned. Good design always starts with good […]
