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5 Mistakes to Avoid When Installing Butcher Block Surfaces in New Homes

The instant real wood replaces sterile stone, a kitchen changes character. Sunlight dances across the grain, the surface ...

How this L.A. suburb fell in love with Craftsman homes

As the Pasadena Heritage Foundation celebrates its Craftsman Week with events and tours, a look back at the Craftsman style's ...

Before & After: I Transformed My 1970s Kitchen from a Total Eyesore into an English-Inspired Dream

My kitchen was stuck in the worst version of the '70s, but I gutted, refinished, and rebuilt it with vintage design in mind.
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I Transformed My 1970s Kitchen from a Total Eyesore into an English-Inspired Dream

My kitchen was stuck in the worst version of the '70s, but I gutted, refinished, and rebuilt it with vintage design in mind.
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Kitchen Upgrades That Will Boost Your Home's Resale Value

Who'd have thought that to increase the worth of your house, you'd have to start from the kitchen. That said, some remodeling jobs will work better than others.

I’m Food & Wine’s Knife Expert, and My Favorite Wooden Cutting Boards Are on Sale Right Now

John Boos wooden cutting boards are 20% off at Amazon right now. Save big on a brand that’s beloved by chefs and editors and ...

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