On Tuesday, several of us from David C. Bos Homes listened to a presentation by Andy Wells, an internationally recognized designer for Master Brand cabinets. Although he represents a cabinet company, he didn’t talk much about cabinets. Rather, he discussed design concepts and ideas such as…
- Nostalgia is not a trend…it is expected
- Furnishings must be in step with trends and fashion
- Don’t be afraid of color
- Each color used in kitchen design (whether it is the cabinets, floor covering, appliances…) must remain within the context of all other colors
- Listen and seek to understand the client
- Design inspiration comes from multiple aspects of life and culture
- Avoid confusion
A well-designed home encompasses the cooperation and dedication of many different people, starting with the homeowner and including the architect, interior designer and others. Also, price should not prevent good design. Whether you are building a home for $150,000 or $3 million, design matters!
While we’ve put together a fantastic team of designers for your home, we continue to stretch our minds and learn new ideas. Thanks to Williams Kitchen and Bath for sponsoring Andy Wells’ visit. It is always good to be reminded about the importance of “design excellence”.
