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Whether you’re doing kitchen renovations in your Kelowna home or Lake Country cottage, your choice in countertop will be a major feature in the new kitchen. Updating the style, material, colour, or aesthetic of your kitchen countertops are a great way to modernize...

There’s a new kid in town for your next kitchen addition. Have you seen the stove cooktop that’s integrated directly into your kitchen countertop? It’s invisible!Hide the MessIf you’re tired of your stereotypical kitchen set up, we have the perfect 2022 new look for...

For years, we’ve been following trends in kitchen cabinets and this year is going to be amazing! Let’s jump into our 15 ideas for improving the look and convenience of your kitchen through custom cabinetry.Create a pantry out of tall cupboards — with pull out storage...

A wonderful way of updating your master bedroom or a child’s room is to incorporate new custom cabinetry. You’ll be surprised how affordable this can be, because it won’t involve the complexity of plumbing, countertops and appliances!Our Kelowna showroom is brimming...

Are you tired of the same-old look in your kitchen? Do you want to spice things up with a new look? Perhaps this isn’t the time for the hassle and expense of a full renovation. We have great ideas and can help with a fresh new look and stress-free planning and...

When planning a new or renovated kitchen, you’ll want to make sure your beautiful cabinets work with a fabulous backsplash. What’s trending in backsplash features? We’ve asked the design experts at Kelowna’s Spectrum Cabinet Gallery to fill us in.Slab BacksplashesIf...

There’s a new kid in town! We want to introduce you to an environmentally friendly option for your kitchen renovation project. Bamboo cabinetry is taking the world by storm and, as experts in Okanagan cabinet design and installation, Spectrum Cabinet Gallery is here...

Design trends are constantly shifting and changing, and for cabinets and cabinet knobs and pulls, there are many choices. While it may be hard to keep track of what's what, it is essential if you want your dream kitchen, home office or closet to look its best. As we...

Glass partitions are increasingly popular rising in kitchen design. They are glass frames that create borders in the kitchen, and many modern homes are implementing them. If you are one of the many people that are currently intrigued by the idea of a glass partition...

Are you dreaming of a custom walk-in closet? We’ve got some important things to keep in mind before you speak to your cabinet designer.1. Find the right height for your top shelf.Usually this is just above eye level. In a closet, space is key. Nothing can be wasted....

If you’re thinking of adding a home theatre in your house there are some important things to consider. How big is your TV?The size of your TV is important. Theatres usually look best when they are built into cabinets, or cabinets frame the sides of the TV. Consider...

If you're like most people, you probably think of your laundry room as a place to just do laundry. But it doesn't have to be that way! With a little bit of thought and some creative rearranging, you can turn your laundry room into a functional and organized space. If...

We believe the kitchen is one of the most important rooms in any house. When contemplating a replacement or renovation, consider how much time you spend there with loved ones, making meals or snacks, studying, or socializing. In most households, a family starts their...

In times past, the kitchen was not really a consideration when designing houses. The grand old houses with awe-inspiring columns and majestic arches didn't really have kitchens that kept up with the style of the rest of the house. These were places that were rarely...

Think for a second… you want a new look for your kitchen cabinets. You've thought it through, and it makes sense. You need a new colour and a new style so that your home can look renovated. Or perhaps you are thinking of selling. What would you consider doing: repaint...

What are the colors you see lately in homes? Marine blue, gray, farmhouse white, chocolate brown. Quite different colors than we all grew up with. But they have something in common, which is that they are mostly calm and subdued.But we love breaking conventions as...

When designing a new home or renovating, there are SO many decisions -some big, some small. The big decisions may not be easily noticed, such as ceiling height, closet space, or plumbing and heating systems. Often it is the small details that your guests will admire –...

Get out of the ordinary with new colour complements to brighten your custom cabinets. What are colour complements? This year, warmer tones continue to trend in kitchen cabinet designs, including autumnal oranges, complemented with beige and aqua. Complements are...

Your kitchen is probably the place you spend most time in your home! Especially during COVID… It can become outdated as your family and activities change, and so you are considering renovation. Some kitchens might require a complete remodel, while others are hugely...

Your kitchen is a pivotal area that compliments the walls, furniture and lighting throughout the rest of your home. When planning a kitchen design that is stunning and unique - whatever your preference and style - the colour scheme you choose needs to work with the...

Your kitchen countertop is where the action happens – whether it’s prep, cooking or serving. For this reason, it’s a critical choice when planning a functional kitchen. It adds huge appeal to any home, comes in a variety of materials, and should be selected carefully....

We all spend a lot of time in our kitchens and offices. Kitchens can be a crowded place for families during food preparation, or during parties. Offices tend to be smaller and need to be well organized. To reduce the amount of time spent, these rooms need to be...

Kitchens are a hub in the home. It’s the place for friends and families to gather, share food and laugh out loud over some drinks. When rethinking your kitchen, getting the kitchen remodelling right is absolutely key to a successful renovation for homeowners. Well,...

Cabinet designs today are not only for storage but also add style and personality to any room. Your choices are highly subjective, but we always like to mention trends in 2021 you might not be aware of. If it is time to remodel and or install cabinetry from scratch...

Traditionally our homes were the place to relax after work, and the office the place to spend long working days. Now both places have merged. With COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, work-from-home has become the new norm, and it is likely to stay awhile. With that said,...