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In the Eye of the Beholder... CABINETRY | DESIGN | INSTALLATION

by Clay Cox Owner/President - Kitchens by Clay

very once in a while, I have the expansive and luxurious. Th e microwave is the drawer style and
privilege to be a part of a project that is below the window on the left. Th e use of stainless steel for the
Esimply “tickles me pink.” Th e photo hood adds another texture and keeps the all-white cabinetry from
on the adjoining page is a perfect example of becoming too “humdrum”.
a kitchen that we designed that does just that. Once again, my compliments to the room space itself. As you
Now, just so you know, I am partial to the can see it allows us to not only have a ten-foot-long island with
color blue and that might be a factor in my seating on two sides to help the conversation fl ow freely but the
enthusiasm for this particular photo. Even so family table off to the left is also a winner when it comes to getting
it’s only a small part of what makes me smile. everyone together. Th e homeowner’s choice of artwork, fl ooring,
Th e layout of the room, in and of itself, seating choices and lighting fi xtures complete this wonderful
lent to a very well-designed kitchen. Let’s kitchen.
start with the big picture window on the back wall. Magnifi cent Th e bottom line is that if beauty is truly in the eye of the
is the only word I can fi nd for the impact that wall makes on the beholder, I am here to tell you that this beholder sees the beauty of
overall kitchen design. I love that we did not add cabinetry to the this kitchen.
left and right of the window because we decided that the tile would
be more than enough to catch one’s eye. Once you manage to take
Enjoy your home!
your eyes off of that wall you will see a well-balanced kitchen with
all the storage solutions anyone could ask for. Clay Cox
Take the 48” range with the dual ovens for example. Th is clay@kitchensbyclay.com
eliminated the need for a tall tower cabinet that typically houses
7935 Airport Road, Suites 5 and 6, Naples, FL 34109
the ovens and/or the microwave leaving the countertop space
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Round and Round

by Erick Carter
iff erent round brushes Prior to even picking up the round brush,
should accomplish especially on longer lengths, dry your hair gently,
Ddiff erent results. In using your fi ngers as a comb, working the dryer
my 25 years of styling hair, I throughout the thickness of your hair. It is important
have seen people using round to not dry against the grain of the cuticle. Once
brushes, but the wrong way. In the hair is about 70% dry then start with a round
fact, I had a guest come into brush. Doing so will help prevent or reduce tangles
the salon with the brush stuck and pulling. Be creative, especially if you have layers.
in her hair. Removing it can be a challenge even Diff erent sized round brushes will give you diff erent
for a seasoned stylist to remove. size shapes and movement in your hair. A smaller 7935 Airport Road | Suite 5
Before using a round brush, I fi rst recommend removing brush on top can help add volume. Also, working the brush at Naples, FL 34109
tangles with a wet brush. A good wet brush will have a fl exible pad diff erent angles can allow for creativity in your style as well.
and soft bristles. Work the tangles out from the bottom up, NOT Good luck and have fun. By the way, have you tried argan
the top down. Most people work from the top down and pull and oil? It will allow the brush to move more freely through the hair. Best of 239.431.5474
rip the tangles out. Th is will damage your hair! After removing the In addition, it has added benefi ts - to nourish, hydrate and help 2020 KitchensByClay.com
tangles, apply your desired product, from mid-shaft to ends. protect your hair. DESIGN
If you’re looking for volume at the scalp, then apply a root lifter
at the scalp and work through from scalp to ends.
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If you have any questions feel free to email me.
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Erick Carter, Salon Zenergy
239-777-2380

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