In this Kips Bay renovation, a sleek, sun-drenched entertaining space emerges Interior designer Tara Benet posted her Kips Bay renovation project on Sweeten on behalf of her clients Where: Kips Bay, Manhattan, New York Primary renovation: Updating the living room and dining room Notable: Track lighting was upgraded to chandeliers for form and function Result: […]
An outdoor kitchen is the ultimate al fresco space! Get ready for a ton of fun (and a good investment for your home) (Above) Outdoor kitchen renovation by Sweeten contractor Dennis If you agree that the kitchen is the heart of the home, then consider bringing that sense of entertaining and relaxation outside with an […]
Dining in style, from kitchen tables to islands with seating In the eat-in kitchen, the “eat-in” part is usually the last piece of the puzzle. Kitchen design typically revolves around cooking while the notion of dining in the space is often an afterthought. However, Sweeten, a renovation platform connecting homeowners to a vetted general contractor, has seen […]
Get galley kitchen design inspiration for your own small cook space Just because a kitchen is short on square footage, it doesn’t mean it has to lack in function, organization, or style. The key to owning and making the most of the space is a layout that maximizes efficiency, like a galley. By definition, a […]
With spaces that flow and connect, reimagine the way they can be lived in An open floor plan provides plenty of space to get creative. Instead of each room having a distinct purpose or design, the layout offers a multifunctional space with unified decor. Combining the living and dining rooms has many benefits; for one, hosting […]
Strengthen your defense against the mess In our month-long Organizational Blitz, see how Sweeten homeowners have whipped their homes into shape. When it comes to keeping your home in good shape, every space—from the bedroom to the bar—has a role to play. Even if you’re a minimalist, you’ve got plenty of stuff to store (perhaps […]
A primer on cooking with steam and convection ovens A Bosch steam convection oven in Amy and Nick’s kitchen If you love to cook you’ve probably heard about steam cooking. This method has graduated from the vegetable steamer of the ‘70s to more sophisticated options that include: The freestanding steam oven, which cooks solely with […]
To outfit this crowd-pleaser, choose the right spot to build; add a good grill and other outdoor kitchen appliances (Above) This Kalamazoo outdoor kitchen features a built-in grill, weather-tight cabinets, refrigerator drawers, and a pizza oven sitting on the countertop. If you want to eat out more often, but hate spending a fortune on restaurants, you […]
How much it costs to renovate your kitchen in Westchester County, NY (Above) Brooke and Paul’s Sweeten kitchen renovation in Pelham, New York There’s no doubt that Westchester is a picturesque place to live—the luxury of space and peace with the bustle of New York City a quick trip away. Some recent buyers and established homeowners alike feel it would be […]
From homework HQ to a prep and serving station at your next get-together, the kitchen peninsula proves its versatility Unlike a kitchen island, which has clearance on all sides, a peninsula is joined to the rest of the kitchen, often meeting with a nearby counter or wall to transform an L-shape layout into a much more functional […]
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