Imagine this…you finished remodeling your dream kitchen and then during Labor Day weekend you noticed there is rippling in the wood flooring. After investigating, you find out that there is a plumbing issue that originated from under the sink.  So now you have to redo your brand-new kitchen that you just spend months working on. That’s exactly what happened to my friends, Linda and Charlie. Linda gave me all of the details about the renovation. And even some advice for anyone who wants to start their own kitchen project. Take a tour of the green kitchen remodel below.

It’s time to upgrade your dishwasher. The holidays are right around the corner, and you don’t want to be stuck doing all that dirty work yourself! Whether you’re looking for a luxury machine or an affordable option that will fit in the kitchen of any home, we’ve found the right appliances that can help you get the job done faster and more efficiently. See the COCOCOZY team’s best picks.

One of the most timeless trends in home decor is leather. This fall there has been a resurgence of stylish leather armchairs and stools. Specifically, colored leather in warm earth tones like browns, hues of orange, and olive green. Interior designers are styling leather counter stools with modern kitchens. It’s a go-to piece of furniture for mixing in natural materials. See our round-up of leather counter stools below.

Fall is one of the busiest seasons of the year…in the kitchen. Holidays are in the near future and the aroma of pumpkin spice is already filling the air. Now is the best time to invest in new fall kitchen accessories. Before the chaos of the holidays, place any outdated dinnerware or broken eclectic tools. A fresh season means it’s out with the old and in with the new and stylish accessories. To get started, the COCOCOZY team has handpicked 15 fall kitchen accessories to shop.

The power of a neutral kitchen is its simplistic luxury. The clean lines and color palette make it easy on the eye. Today’s luxurious neutral kitchen has a rustic style that gives it a unique design. The newly built home is located in Barrington, Illinois. It’s over 4,500 square feet and includes a courtyard. However, the grand kitchen is the true star of the home.

The luxurious neutral kitchen features many design details that give it a rustic edge. The designer added wood accents for contrast in the space. The use of floating shelves next to the windows is a great technique for adding storage. And for a dramatic twist, the designer also added a wooden island and herringbone floors. The crisp white walls in the kitchen help bounce around the natural light to make the room appear more spacious.

Here’s a kitchen design I found on a recent Instagram deep dive. A look inside a Spanish-Mission-Style kitchen. There are many different unique details. Every time I look at the photos I discover a new design element. The first thing I noticed is the Calacatta Viola marble. A go-to marble slab for those who aren’t afraid of a bolder kitchen. The custom plaster ceiling made me do a double-take. How often do you see a kitchen ceiling like that? I love the dimension that makes the space feel grand. Australian interior design firm, Flack Studio, helped their clients lean into old Hollywood glamour with a Spanish-Mission-style twist. Find out more about this kitchen below.

Mother’s Day is almost here (it’s this Sunday, May 8th)!  For those who haven’t purchased a gift yet, I have rounded up a guide for last-minute gifts from Bloomingdale’s, Goop, Anthropologie, and more. I selected a little bit of everything including, home, beauty, fashion, and more. A little something for every mom in your life. Take a look at my top last-minute gifts below.

When you are looking for kitchen inspiration there are only a few design styles that are timeless. One of those design styles is the classic white marble kitchen. Some designers have become opposed to replicating another white kitchen. However, if you’re looking to elevate your space and don’t have a budget to remodel your kitchen every five to ten years, then a classic white marble kitchen is your safest choice.

While on a deep dive for the perfect white marble kitchen I found Hanne Gathe’s design. It has a European twist that I think is worth sharing. It’s not your average white kitchen. It features soft neutral hues and a juxtaposition of old and new. I love a balance of modern and vintage design. That reminds me… I haven’t gone on a hunt for vintage pieces and antiques in a while. I always love discovering new vintage pieces.

Getting motivated to take on a new project is difficult…I know! A new year means a fresh start. Most people spend January focusing on themselves and being healthier in the new year. I think your environment is also important. Set the mood for the year with an updated kitchen. Remodeling a kitchen can be expensive. Although, kitchens are the best room to renovate to increase resell value–sometimes it’s just not financially feasible to drop thousands of dollars on remodeling your kitchen. The kitchens that we see on social media are usually luxurious and use high-quality finishes. Just because you don’t have the time or money to do a full renovation now, doesn’t mean we can’t give our kitchens a less invasive facelift. I’ve searched the internet for the best tips and tricks to easily enhance your kitchen in 2022.

If your family is anything like mine, then they’re always gathered around in the kitchen for Thanksgiving. It doesn’t matter the occasion. I always try to create a beautiful tablescape to host my guests, but they somehow always end up in the kitchen. Does this happen to anyone else? It makes sense since a kitchen is the heart of the home. And it’s also where the food is…LOL.

I’m starting to prep for Thanksgiving. I’ve been looking for tablescape essentials, home decor, and last-minute kitchen accessories. I was thinking about setting up a coffee, espresso, and tea bar in the kitchen. People always enjoy a treat after dinner. Personally, I love a warm cup of tea at night. It’s the perfect way to end my day. While shopping for myself, I’ve gathered some Thanksgiving essentials for all of you.

Kitchen trends are changing again and now, anything but a white kitchen is in. While white kitchens are still incredibly popular and have been over the last few years, it seems like alternative kitchen color palettes are everywhere. Navy, taupe, beige, green, you name it, it’s in, and they are here to stay.

The kitchen above, designed by Shavonda Gardner, is beautifully unique. Shavonda, a California based blogger and interior designer, used deep red cabinetry, dark grey soapstone counters, khaki colored ceramic brick tailes for the backsplash, amazing yellow floral wallpaper, gold sconces, and a gold pot holder rod across the wall from end to end. She mixes and matches colors that aren’t normally used in the kitchen. Shavonda’s kitchen is chic, stylish, bold and totally not white. This is my pick for “stand out kitchen of the year” actually. I love it.

With that said, we now bring you more not-so-white-kitchens – a trend that is taking over kitchen design.

I’m back with dramatic kitchen details to inspire! It seems like I’m always talking about kitchens, they must just be a favorite of mine. I have built up a collection of so many kitchens with impeccable designs that it’s impossible not to share them. Today the focus is on dramatic design details and great kitchen styling.

Today is all about vintage kitchen charm! The other day I was going through my saved inspiration images and kept noticing a handful of vintage-style kitchens and thought what a great post idea. Since we are all spending a lot more time cooking at home, we could also use a bit of fresh kitchen interior inspiration. I know my kitchen could use a few new accessories to really make it pop. I can’t wait to share these great interiors with you.

While looking for some new inspiration, I came across these gorgeous kitchens. Renovating a kitchen is a lot of work, but it’s worth it in the end. Are you looking to create a modern masterpiece? Or a cozy contemporary space? Will you use a vibrant color palette? Or stick to neutrals? There are many ways to design a kitchen. It makes the process that much more exciting! Here is kitchen inspiration from top interior designers like Nate Berkus, Jeremiah Brent, McGrath II, and Pamela Shamshiri.

If you’re looking for even more kitchen inspiration. Check out my kitchen renovation from my COCOCOZY Design House Series.

I wanted to share the kitchen makeover process from the COCOCOZY Design House series. I realized that I never shared the before and after process of the kitchen renovation with you all. As some of you already know, this was my first time remodeling a home, which was thrilling and overwhelming. Now, it’s so satisfying to look back and see where the project started and how it turned out after ten months of work. Personally, I think that the kitchen is the most important room in every home. It’s the designated room for dinner parties, family gatherings, and entertaining guests. The kitchen is the soul of the home and needs to make a big impact when it comes to interior design.

The Kitchen Makeover

My vision for this kitchen was to make it feel bright and open, but still complemented the Spanish Colonial feel of the home. It was important that the kitchen was not only beautiful, but usable too. I wanted to create a new layout that I call a livable kitchen. It’s a concept that utilizes a space to cook and a space for dining and entertaining. It creates a more fluid environment within a home. This livable kitchen concept was used throughout this kitchen renovation. 

The original layout limited the home’s true potential. It was divided into three separate rooms, making it feel dark and small in size. I knew that this house deserved a stunning updated kitchen that can enhance the character of the house. By adding an archway, it brightened up the entire room and gave the home some fluidity it so desperately needed. Tearing down the walls and adding my own personal touch to the design, helped increase the value and appeal of this home. Having an amazing kitchen is an important investment when it comes to renovating a home. 

This post was going to be about light muted blue walls but through my research, I found muted green interiors may just be the next big thing. They are everywhere and for good reason. They are simply stunning! Throughout scouring the web I found so many incredible examples of harmonious muted green interiors. Without further a due – get ready to be inspired to paint your whole place a similar shade of green.