Statement Vent-a-Hoods!

WOW! is all I can say when I see a beautiful vent-a-hood in a kitchen. Not only does a great vent-a-hood vent away heat, but it also can serve as the "hearth" of the kitchen, immediately drawing in your eye and dropping your jaw. Vent-a-hoods can be sleek and modern, traditional, old world, cottage/country, French Provencial, or a combination of several styles! The way you pair them with your cabinets, countertops, and backsplash can tie the whole look together giving it the real WOW effect. One day I hope to have a statement vent-a-hood in my kitchen, but for now I suppose I'll just be inspired by them!

More than just functional...

We are wrapping up a remodeling project in Arlington right now, but I snagged a few pics of the newly remodeled home last Thursday. One of my very favorite parts of this project was the see-through, double-sided fireplace that we got to tile from floor to ceiling! What makes this fireplace so great is that not only is it going to be a great place to bring warmth to a room, but it is now a statement piece for the living room, and the sunroom. This fireplace is functional and striking all at the same time. I wish every home had one just like it. We also used the same mosaic we used on the fireplace for the stair risers next to it. Turned out gorgeous! Enjoy the pics--maybe they'll inspire you!:)