Author: Bentwood Luxury Kitchens

Rustic Opulence for a New Estate Home
estate home

When a special new construction project in the Houston area was developing, local interior designer, Julie Goudie of Julie Goudie Interiors talked with Shawna Roorda at Bentwood of Houston about the project vision. Julie was impressed with the wide range of custom cabinetry and finishes available for her client’s expansive project. So, when the time came to enlist the full team of creative professionals, Shawna was asked to be part of the project team. Winchester Architects had been busy creating the spacious estate home the clients desired over the last couple of years and Ellis Custom Homes was now ready to start the build. The large-scale open-space home with sweeping views creates a great connection with the outdoors on this beautiful property.

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December 29, 2020
Personal Design Stories

Worth the Wait – A Mountain Contemporary Forever Home
mountain contemporary

At Bentwood Luxury Kitchens, we are very excited to share a special Dealer project, as well as highlight true professionals in the kitchen business. One of our newest dealers is Al Rosenthal of Alpine Kitchen Design located in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.  We originally met Al at our KBIS booth when exhibiting at the Orlando and Las Vegas trade shows-- “This booth really got my attention,” Al shared.  “A high-quality product with full range of door styles and finishes was something I was looking for.” So, when the time was right, Bentwood Owner Kevin Bryant was pleased to set Al up as a new dealer and welcome him into the Bentwood family. But a special treat was working with Al on his personal mountain contemporary kitchen.

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November 18, 2020
Dealer Feature, Exclusively Bentwood, Personal Design Stories

French Bistro Style for the Perfect Cook’s Kitchen
French style kitchen

When a couple from the City of Chicago was ready to move to the North Shore suburbs, they knew finding the right kitchen designer was key. The couple had purchased a Ranch home with gorgeous property adjacent to prestigious golf course and were ready to start remodeling. The homeowners liked what they saw and experienced at the Bentwood of Chicago showroom. A connection was made with Steve and Stephanie Karp who understood the French Style Kitchen vision, love of cooking, and gracious point of view for this special project.

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October 7, 2020
Personal Design Stories

Selecting Natural Stone for Your Kitchen and Bath Projects
natural stone

Natural stone is a beautiful choice for kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, and backsplashes. Stone slabs showcase Mother Nature’s artistry, as every rock quarried from the earth has its unique color, veining, and pattern. Plus, natural stone has manageable maintenance, exceptional durability and is the gold standard in a luxury kitchen or bath. At Bentwood Luxury Kitchens, we want to share our experience designing with natural stone, as this is an important component of a project, which includes overall aesthetic and cost.

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August 26, 2020
Exclusively Bentwood, Worthy of Consideration

Kitchen Design Collaboration with Moll Anderson for Her Tennessee Home
kitchen design

While in Dallas exploring the best resources for her Knoxville home addition project, Moll Anderson was referred to the Bentwood of Dallas showroom. There, Moll met Senior Kitchen Designer Bill Algier, who shared the same passion for: fine home and kitchen design, luxury living, cooking, entertaining, and enjoying life! As a successful author, TV personality, lifestyle influencer, and overall creative talent, Moll Anderson knew Bill was the right talent to collaborate with for her own special project.

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July 29, 2020
Personal Design Stories

Happy 4th of July Gatherings with Star Power Recipes
4th of July Recipes | Bentwood Luxury Kitchens

At Bentwood Luxury Kitchens, we love to cook and entertain. And right now we are feeling extra grateful this Summer as we gather again with family and friends for Summer Festivities! With 4th of July celebrations this week, we are inspired by seasonal foods, outdoor entertaining, and those closest to us, things that Summer memories are made of. So, sharing some of our favorite recipes seems like a great way to kick off the week! From the Food Network™, we are highlighting 4th of July recipes perfect for the holiday weekend from 3 super star chefs: Ree Drummond, Bobby Flay, and Ina Garten.

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July 1, 2020
Exclusively Bentwood

What to Consider When Selecting Hardware for Custom Made Cabinets
custom made cabinets – Bentwood Luxury Kitchens

Decorative Hardware for custom made cabinets has a big impact on the total appearance of a room, and speaks to the overall design and aesthetic. This is an opportunity to ‘go bold' and let the hardware become a star component, or ‘blend in’ and complement the overall design. Most importantly hardware must function well for the homeowner and their lifestyle—from a busy family kitchen to a downtown city loft. We say it should feel comfortable in your hand and easily open your cabinetry and appliances. So, as you are defining your preferences for custom cabinetry, the same should be done for decorative hardware. This component is part of your budget and most likely will take some time to fulfill the order. At Bentwood, we are here to make some suggestions from excellent industry resources.

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May 27, 2020
Exclusively Bentwood, Home Remodeling, Worthy of Consideration

A Modern Farmhouse with a Historic Past
modern farmhouse

At Bentwood Luxury Kitchens, we are very excited to share a special Dealer project as well as highlight exceptional people in the business. Since becoming a dealer in 2001, Joy and Jerry Wilkins of Custom Kitchens from Oakland, California have always had a wonderful relationship with Bentwood. Joy says it best here: “Bentwood and Harmoni are our number one cabinet supplier because we’ve built a great relationship and have complete trust in their product and service”. And this is what it's all about for us here at Bentwood. Owner Randy Pittard takes great pride in relationships like these. We feel the same joy and mutual respect when working with the successful industry professionals who embrace our products and execute beautiful projects year after year. See how we collaborated on this stunning modern farmhouse.

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May 13, 2020
Dealer Feature, Exclusively Bentwood, Personal Design Stories

Have Your Own Fiesta with Favorite Cinco De Mayo Recipes
Book of Cinco de mayo Recipes | Bentwood Luxury Kitchens

At Bentwood Luxury Kitchens, we love to cook and entertain as much as our clients and industry friends. With Cinco de Mayo fast approaching, we are inspired by the beautiful foods, flavors, and passion of Mexican cooking.

When we think of Mexican food, Rick Bayless is the shining star chef we love! He's an all-around foodie giant in the world culinary scene. Driven by his passion for tasty Mexican food, his recipes are ‘best in class’. If you have had the pleasure of dining in one of his restaurants, you understand. Here are some classic recipes that you can put ‘your own riff on’ as Chef Bayless would say.

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April 29, 2020
Exclusively Bentwood

Custom Hoods and Kitchen Ventilation Basics
Custom Hoods & Kitchen Ventilation Options - Bentwood Luxury Kitchens

Finding the right hood with proper ventilation is a necessary key to the success of any kitchen project, and particularly important in today’s open concept environments. Kitchen ventilation options may not seem all that luxurious, but keeping your beautiful home free from odors, smoke, and grease doesn't have to be drab. Here at Bentwood Luxury Kitchens we can explore the best options for your project, making sure both function and aesthetic work together in your kitchen design.

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April 22, 2020
Exclusively Bentwood, Kitchen remodeling, Worthy of Consideration

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