A new kitchen can be very exciting, and what makes it exciting for many homeowners is finally getting the appliances they dream of. It can be very disappointing to find that the high-end appliances you want have even higher prices. InDesign believes that luxury should be attainable in more than one price range, which is why we love doing business with a select few appliance brands. Zline, Forte and Ilve. Each brand has unique qualities that separate them from their competitors and features that will blow you away. If you’re looking to buy a new range, fridge or other kitchen appliance, here are some comparisons between our most favored brands.

Ranges

One of the first things to consider when choosing a range is whether you want an electric or gas model. All 3 brands offer both as well as a “dual fuel” option. Another consideration is the makeup of these appliances; what do these ranges look like, and what do they offer? We’ll dissect that here.

ILVE

You’ve likely never seen the color choices ILVE offers on a range before, ever. ILVE goes into immaculate detail on their appliances, letting you choose the dominant color of the range as well as the trim color. Make your range look steampunk with copper trim and any main color choice, go retro with a cream and chrome contrast, or create a conversation piece with a green range and gold trim. There are 10 color options to choose from along with 5 trims that you can mix and match to your heart’s desire. Ilve comes equipped with a full width warming drawer that captures heat from the oven, as well as an insulating oven door that can be removed and cleaned. They know how much you’ll love this, so they knew to add features to make it as easy to clean as possible. The oven is also encapsulated in a sealed cavity to keep moisture in and keep meats juicy. Made in Italy with prideful craftsmanship and quality materials, Ilve also boasts the highest green energy ratings in the industry, with the European EU rating scoring all ILVE ranges an A, the highest possible score.

Zline

Zline appliances are in hot demand currently, and it’s no secret as to why. Zline prides themselves on quality, with burners on every range being Italian made with the highest quality materials on the market. Their cooktops are made of heavy-duty polished porcelain, making cleaning as simple as swiping. Oven doors use triple-layer glass to trap all heat the oven produces, speeding up preheating times and keeping your kitchen cool. Zline ranges also have adjustable legs to let you move your appliance up to 2.5 inches higher to be in-line with your cabinets. The ZLine Autograph Edition lets you customize the look of your burners, dials, appliance handles, and appliance faces with interchangeable panels and parts to bring color into your kitchen with more than just your cabinets.

Forte

Forte ranges deliver harmony to homes that is especially noticeable to experienced cooks. Forte ranges have Reversible Cast Iron that addsversatility to your range with a reversible griddle/grill. Dense and durable, cast iron ensures a steady temperature that`s perfect for grilling on one side or cooking up some bacon on the other. Edge-To-Edge Continuous Grates provide seamless transition for heavy pots and pans from your oven to the counter. Easy GlideOven Racks make it easy to load or remove your cooking from the oven with ball bearing racks that slide in and out effortlessly. Forte uses a Multi-Functional Convection Oven thatdelivers up to 22k BTU for the best cooking results as well as a 10K BTU Oven Broiler that helps when cooking to give crisp exterior results while maintaining a soft, moist interior.

Fridge

When looking for fridges, consider the size of the fridge you need, how many people you have in your household, how much food they eat, and the energy efficiency rating of the appliance.

Zline

ZLine fridges have extra-large storage with the lower half of the fridge containing two full width freezer drawers, leaving the upper half of your fridge equipped with French doors that have shelving lining the entire door, and wall-to-wall space inside. Zline fridges come with or without a water/ice dispenser, and a counter-depth design to employ flat modern doors that achieve a precise, built-in look for your kitchen. ZLine fridges have a temperature-controlled flex drawer that allows you to choose between 4 different temperatures to store any category of food. There is also a “super cool function” that lets you cool down items faster, say after a long day of running errands when you have groceries that spent a little more time than they should’ve in the car.

Forte

Want a Smeg style fridge for cheaper? Our pitch is done! Among their many options of fridges, Forte has a retro line of old-school cool fridges that offer up-to-date features such as no frost technology, meaning you don’t have to deal with ice build-up in your freezer. This tech keeps goods fresher for longer periods, eliminates ice and bacteria build-up, and avoids unpleasant odors. Forte also has standard 36-inch refrigerators with French doors, and 66-inch fridges for those who want an authentic chef’s kitchen, or hunters who want a garage fridge big enough for their hauls.

Dishwasher

Zline

ZLine dishwashers are an excellent and affordable appliance option that brings an abundance of features other brands can’t compete with. Zline dishwashers are a European style dishwasher designed to be low-profile and have a top mounted control panel to keep a sleek, concealed look. Autographing your ZLine appliance allows you to change the color and design of your dishwasher as much as you’d like to adjust to the look of your kitchen. This dishwasher line also has an adjustable upper dishwasher rack, providing flexibility for you to load large dishes and pans up to 11 inches in height. ZLine uses sanitization technology that keeps water maintained at 156° F during wash cycles, eliminating bacteria and thoroughly cleaning your dishes. These dishwashers are proven to be more environmentally friendly than other leading brands too, being Energy Star certified with CEE Tier 1 rating, surpassing industry guidelines for water and energy efficiency by using advanced eco-wash technology.

Forte

Forte dishwashers hardly miss a beat when compared to our other appliance lines, which is yet another reason we love their work. Forte dishwashers use a Turbo Drying Fan System that spends less time drying by bringing in outside air to mix with the moist air after the final rinse dries every load completely. It can also clean up to 12 place settings per cycle. You have the option to use the delay cycle feature, setting your machine on a timer that runs on your schedule. Forte dishwashers also have a sanitizing setting that eliminates bacteria and enhances drying using high water temperatures. These dishwashers automatically measure the number of dishes in the cabinet and accordingly adjust water and electricity consumption to only what’s needed, earning it the Energy Star Qualified Badge. Thanks to this feature, there’s no longer any need to wait until a dishwasher is fully loaded!

Can I get these appliances in a bundled deal?

You sure can! InDesign showrooms are decked out with these exclusive brands, so you can see it for yourself before you buy. We offer many different bundle packages to help customers shop more easily and more affordably all in one place.

We hope that this guide has helped find an appliance you love. If you’re considering a kitchen remodel, it may be a wise consideration to shop replacements for your current appliances, and these brands have options that would be the highlight of your space. InDesign has a team of professionals that can help you with all your appliance and remodeling needs, give us a call today or stop by one of our showrooms to see how we can help you.

Visit our flagship design showroom and a specialized interior designer can assist you! We service Johns Creek and all surrounding areas: Alpharetta, Atlanta, Buckhead, Cumming, Duluth, Dunwoody, Kennesaw, Marietta, Milton, Norcross, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Suwanee, Vinings and more!

Kitchen sinks are an essential part of any kitchen, but it can be hard to find the right sink that fits your kitchen.  They come in different shapes, sizes, materials, and styles so picking one specific sink can be somewhat overhwleming. Let’s break the the most popular options down at a

high-level.

Fireclay Kitchen Sinks

Fireclay kitchen sinks are made from a mixture of clay and glaze that is fired at high temperatures. These sinks are durable, scratch-resistant, and easy to clean. They are also resistant to stains and heat. Fireclay sinks are available in different styles and sizes, making them suitable for any kitchen.

Granite Kitchen Sinks

Although Granite Kitchen sinks have similar benefits to the Fireclay sink, it loses in the stain absorption department picking up stains more clearly than a Fireclay Kitchen sink would. It is also more susceptible to chipping or scratches, but considering it is a less expensive option, the granite sink is still a good bang for its buck.

Workstation Sinks

Workstation sinks are designed to make your kitchen work easier. These sinks come with

built-in accessories such as cutting boards, colanders, and drying racks. Workstation sinks are available in different materials such as stainless steel and composite.

Stainless Steel Kitchen Sinks

Stainless Steel kitchen sinks are a popular choice for many homeowners. These sinks have been around as a trusted option for many years and will still continue to do so. It’s price point typically falls somewhere between a Fireclay sink and Granite sink, but is also maintains the durability of the granite sink with the exception that the steel can scratch fairly easily when exposed to sharp objects such as knives. They also come in much more styles and shapes due to the popularity and affordability of them.

Farmhouse or Apron Front Kitchen Sinks

Farmhouse or apron front kitchen sinks are designed to be exposed in the front, with a large basin for washing dishes. These sinks are a popular choice for those who want a rustic or country-style kitchen. They come in different materials such as fireclay, stainless steel, and cast iron.

Double Bowl Kitchen Sinks

Double bowl kitchen sinks are designed with two separate bowls. These sinks are perfect for multitasking in the kitchen. You can use one bowl for washing dishes and the other for food preparation.

Single Bowl Kitchen Sinks

Single bowl kitchen sinks are designed with one large bowl. These sinks are perfect for small kitchens or for those who prefer a minimalist look. They are also easier to clean than double bowl sinks.

In conclusion, there are different types of kitchen sinks available in the market. When choosing a sink, consider the size of your kitchen, your lifestyle, and your budget. Whether you choose a fireclay, granite, workstation, or stainless steel sink, make sure it fits your needs and complements your kitchen’s style. Don’t forget to consider the apron front or farmhouse sink if you’re looking for a rustic look, and the workstation sink if you’re looking for added functionality.

Contact us or stop by today to see how close your look is to becoming reality. We service Alpharetta and all surrounding areas: Johns Creek, Atlanta, Buckhead, Cumming, Duluth, Dunwoody, Kennesaw, Marietta, Milton, Norcross, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Suwanee, Vinings and more!

The kitchen is a hub for the household. It’s also one of the most expensive places to renovate in your house. That said, it doesn’t have to be! If you’re looking to renovate your kitchen but don’t know where to start, follow these trends to make sure you are getting the most bang for your buck.

Open Concept Kitchens

The kitchen is the heart of the home, and it’s no wonder that this room has been at the forefront of kitchen remodeling trends for decades. You might think that since kitchens have been around for so long, there wouldn’t be anything new or exciting about them anymore–but you’d be wrong! Kitchens are still evolving as we learn more about how people live and what they need in their daily lives.

Kitchen designers are always looking for ways to make cooking more accessible and enjoyable, by creating spacious layouts with tons of storage space. Open concept kitchens allow you to spend less time searching through drawers while trying to find utensils or pots & pans instead of actually cooking food (which is kind of important). Another popular trend involves adding skylights above your stovetop so you can see what you’re doing even when it’s dark outside!

Clearer separation between zones

The kitchen is no longer considered a place where people just cook, eat and wash up. It’s also a social hub that connects the rest of your home. To make this happen, you need to separate your kitchen into zones:

?  Cooking zone

?  Dining zone

?  Living zone (the space where you relax)

Add a small pantry for convenience

A small pantry is a great idea for any kitchen, but it’s especially ideal for those with limited space. A small pantry can be built into the wall or stand alone in a hallway. It can be on the left side of your kitchen or right–it doesn’t matter! Just make sure that you have enough room to store all of your favorite items without feeling overwhelmed by clutter.

Bigger islands for extra seating

A larger island can be used for extra seating, storage and cooking space. If you’re looking to create a more open kitchen and dining room, this is a great way to do it.

Expanded eating areas

You want to create a space that’s conducive to eating and socializing. A breakfast bar is a great way to do this, as it adds an additional surface in the kitchen where you can sit down with your family or friends while eating breakfast or having coffee each morning. If you have limited space in your kitchen, consider getting rid of one of your cabinets and replacing it with a large table (or two smaller ones) that can accommodate everyone who eats at home regularly.

You might also want to consider adding more seating options around your dining table–maybe some benches instead of chairs? This will allow everyone at the table more room for their legs and make them feel more comfortable when sitting down together for meals!

Picking the right cabinet style

More people are going with traditional cabinetry styles instead of modern ones because they’re easier to clean, lower maintenance and last longer than trendy designs (which often look dated after just one year). Plus, they’re easier on your wallet since they don’t require many custom details like special hardware or moldings like some other types do!

If you’re planning to renovate your kitchen, these trends will help you make the most of your investment. They will also ensure that your kitchen remains relevant for years to come.

The best way to choose one is by looking at examples of what other people have done in this area. InDesign Kitchen and Bath has experience with kitchens in the Alpharetta area and can help you combine all the wants you have for your kitchen to bring it to reality.

We want our customers to know that we are here to help them create their dream kitchen! Come see us at any of our InDesign showroom locations to get quality service for all your remodeling needs.

Contact us or stop by today to see how close your look is to becoming reality. We service Alpharetta and all surrounding areas: Johns Creek, Atlanta, Buckhead, Cumming, Duluth, Dunwoody, East Cobb, Kennesaw, Marietta, Milton, Norcross, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Suwanee, Vinings and more!

Your bathroom is your place to get ornate. Choose flooring, accents, and shower material that excites you and shows off your immaculate style. Having been in the industry, InDesign sees firsthand that choosing product you want to represent that style can be hard, and we want to change that. We partnered with premier tile brands both in the Alpharetta area and abroad to give our customers styles that come from everywhere in the world. We also have a professional design servicing team that can help you with any consulting you may need on your bathroom ideas. We carefully gathered the best tile choices for bathrooms and discuss it in detail here.

Floor tile

Tile is the most popular choice among bathroom flooring options. It’s durable, easy to clean and comes in a variety of styles, colors, shapes, and sizes. Two popular styles right now are using large format tiles, 24×48 or larger, as well as using patterns like herringbone or chevron. Large format tiles cover more surface area, so you don’t see as many grout lines. Patterned tiling shows more grout but is very visually appealing, offering a work of art on your floors that makes you forget all the grout you’re seeing. The most common floor tile material is porcelain, and on occasion ceramic. Ceramic flooring isn’t too popular in bathrooms as it retains moisture more so than porcelain. Stone look is very common but is often just porcelain impersonating.

• Ceramic–Ceramic is usually less expensive than porcelain or stone but may not be as durable over time if exposed to moisture often enough that it could break down over time; moisture can get trapped between and within this material causing damage down the road (and possibly mold growth). Sealing ceramic tile negates this effect, however it is an extra step that will take more time during bathroom renovation. Ceramic is more DIY-friendly, as you need only a tile cutter whereas porcelain requires a wet saw.
• Porcelain–This material comes in both glazed and matte versions. Glazed or “polished” porcelain has a clean, glossy, almost reflective finish. Matte has more non-slip qualities and is more affordable. Porcelain is impermeable to water, denser than ceramic, and more durable. Porcelain also has more style options, with marble looks, stone looks, wood looks, where ceramic is more limited to a smaller number of patterns.

Wall Tile

Wall tile is a great way to add color and character to your bathroom. Much of the same material you use on your flooring can be carried up the wall too, adding elements to your bathroom that are not often seen. Accent walls are becoming increasingly common, typically using 12×24 or 24×48 tiles to highlight a bare wall in your bathroom or create a skirt around the perimeter of the room. Wall tile can be used behind mirrors too. If you have a vanity on a large wall with nothing but a mirror and a light, consider adding a feature wall that grabs your attention every time you enter the bathroom.

Shower Tile

Shower tile is arguably the most important part of your bathroom. It’s what everyone looks to change first when considering a bathroom remodel. This is for several reasons; one is that styles change so frequently that you can feel burnt out on a shower tile you originally liked after a few years, and two is that the shower is one of the most used spaces in any home, so discontent can grow fairly quickly if it’s not up to your standards, and rightfully so.

Acrylic, porcelain, and glass are local favorites to use for shower walls based on past renovations. Paneling is another option, and InDesign offers paneling in showers that have stone, gloss, subway, wavy, and shiplap styles. Glass can come in many patterns, including subway, arabesque, and picket, and can also incorporate other materials like metal or glass into its design. Acrylic normally comes in full format sheets like panels, and porcelain is available in large format tiles to keep lines to a minimum.

Mosaic Tile

Mosaic tile is the key to having a luxurious bathroom. Mosaic tile’s purpose is to accentuate the already beautiful tile you have anywhere in your bathroom. Put it on shower floors to have an eye catching and dependable surface to stand on, add a mosaic strip to your shower walls, or use it exactly how you would use a vibrant wall tile. Mosaics look gorgeous as flooring, too. Basketweave, hexagon, and pinwheel are just a few of the mosaic tile shapes with timeless looks that work in any house.

Tile has everything you need

When you’re looking to remodel your bathroom, there are countless ways to go with tile. All you need is to commit to a style. You can sprinkle it into your bathroom through just accent strips in your shower or go full bathroom renaissance and use it as wainscoting to skirt your walls. We discussed many tile options today, with porcelain making a case as the standout material of the bunch. Porcelain tile has become very popular for all the reasons we listed, plus its ability to be used anywhere, including outside. This is not to say other materials are inferior, as there’s pros and cons to using any material over porcelain. Browsing home improvement apps to get a taste of what you want changed in your bathroom is a great way to open yourself up to the possibilities of what your bathroom can be, and InDesign can help turn your idea book into reality with excellent designers and a team of professional craftsmen. Your bathroom is one of the most commonly used spaces in your house, you should love it every time you walk in.

Contact us or stop by today to see how close your look is to becoming reality. We service Alpharetta and all surrounding areas: Johns Creek, Atlanta, Buckhead, Cumming, Duluth, Dunwoody, Kennesaw, Marietta, Milton, Norcross, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Suwanee, Vinings and more!

Choosing a new sink can be a very exciting but daunting adventure. There are so many choices available that finding the right one can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. InDesign saw this problem amongst our customers and decided to gather a select group of sink brands to do business with based on the craftsmanship, rarity, and relevance we feel their products possess. Here we’ll discuss considerations we think are important to keep in mind before choosing a new sink, as well as features that we love about our vendors.

What to consider?

1. Get measurements. Measure the length, width, and height of your available sink area to see what you’re able to work with.

2. Figure out your style and material. We have access to top mount, undermount, double basin, single basin, farmhouse, drainboard, prep sink, virtually any style available. Our brands also offer sinks in popular materials like stainless steel, fireclay, porcelain, and cast iron.

3. Assess your countertop and decide if you want a lip on your sink or if you want an undermounted bowl. Some kitchens need the extra countertop space on their island or main countertop and can’t afford to lose it to a sink lip.

Which brand is best for my kitchen sink?

While our brands do offer the best of traditional options for different types of sinks, they’re far from typical in terms of style and material. Thompson Traders has many types of styles that work with any kitchen. They include colors like aged copper, semi-satin brass, nickel, and matte black. They also have a “tailor-made” category, letting you design a sink of any size, dimension, or shape and they bring it to life in a finish you love.

Bocchi is another select brand InDesign carries, with sink styles and colors that are incredibly popular with our Alpharetta customers. Fireclay sinks are their most popular as of late, a material that is 100% organic and recycled material used by the best craftsmen for centuries. Fireclay is melded and hardened under 2000°F temperatures, creating the most durable material used in today’s kitchens. Dealing with extreme heat coming from pots and pans is no problem at all. Due to their special glaze coating fused into the fireclay body, these sinks are non-porous with a uniform, scratch, and stain resistant surface. Bocchi also makes granite sinks crafted in Italy that are anti-bacterial, odor neutralizing, as well as impact and scratch proof. Our Johns creek showroom has an assortment of different sinks that we dubbed the “Alpharetta Collection”, a display highlighting all of the different finishes and sizes customers in our area have been raving about.

Island sinks

Island sinks are gaining popularity quickly in southern homes. Typically used as for prep or aesthetic, island sinks often have a filtration system to get access to cleaner water for washing vegetables or freshening up before dinner, letting your main kitchen sink be an active workstation during cooking. Because of this, trends for what sinks styles to choose tend to differ with islands. Our customers are infatuated with Thompson Trader sinks, as the ornate finishes they come in give a vibrant pop of color to any kitchen. Aged copper and satin brass are among the many red-hot finishes currently. These look like stolen artifacts from different eras, and they present all the charm and glamour you’d expect in your home.

Bathroom Sinks

Bathroom sink styles differ slightly from kitchens and elsewhere. Most prefer an undermount sink with a smaller bowl, however everyone’s style is different, and going with a lipped bathroom sink is certainly not out of the ordinary. Thompson Traders bathroom sinks collection includes freestanding and vessel mount sinks, meaning both the inside and outside of the bowl are intended to be seen and decorated. If you love bold styles that will make a statement in your bathroom, these sinks are for you. You won’t find a mixture of look, finish, and quality anywhere else on the market. If you prefer a more traditional looking sink in your bathroom, then Bocchi has options tailored more towards your style. Bocchi bathroom sinks still have pedestal and vessel styles as well as their undermount options, and the fireclay material looks like porcelain. These sinks show flair with alluring lines and rounded edges rather than color or shape.

Bar sinks

A bar sink can be the most ornate object in your home as well as the most utilitarian. Fortunately, we have options for both. Large sinks are not commonly used for bars, as their typical purpose is to solely provide a station to cut, mix and get messy. Average width for sinks in this category is around 15?. Bocchi has workstations sinks with interior edges to let a cutting board sit firmly over the sink while you work. There is a colander option too, if you’re ever bartender for the night and need a place to keep rinsed garnishes like limes or fruit wedges.

Many of our Alpharetta Collection options for bar sinks are sinks with a lipped edge. This detailing catches eyes of customers when they see it displayed, as the skirt gives a glimpse of the gorgeous finish your sink possesses and complementing countertops well.

For anyone looking to replace their sink, we hope that this article has helped you figure out what type of sink is best for your kitchen, bathroom, or bar area. These sinks are trending higher as of late, and it’s no secret as to why. They’re handcrafted, look beautiful, and last longer than store-bought brands. There are so many choices available today, it can seem overwhelming when trying to decide what would work best in your bathroom or kitchen. We want our customers to know that we are here to help them find the perfect piece at an affordable price! Come see us at any of our InDesign showroom locations to get quality service for all your remodeling needs.

Contact us or stop by today to see how close your look is to becoming reality. We service Alpharetta and all surrounding areas: Johns Creek, Atlanta, Buckhead, Cumming, Duluth, Dunwoody, Kennesaw, Marietta, Milton, Norcross, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Suwanee, Vinings and more!