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CLEAN LINES and

CREATIVE DESIGN

by Clay Cox, Owner/President – Kitchens by Clay

Clean simple lines for kitchen designs have been the mantra for a few of uppers behind the island in this photo also use the black in a very
years now and the concept is still going strong. If you think about it, why creative way. Had we used solid black doors on the uppers it would have
would we want to design a new kitchen to be complex, busy, and lacking been too powerful, and the image would have dominated the kitchen
in creativity as well. The answer is we wouldn’t. The other item on today’s leaving the rest of the kitchen to flounder in the eye of the beholder.
agenda is the ongoing popularity of white kitchens which as you can Adding glass to the doors while lighting the white painted interior and
see on the page to your right is still going strong. adding white framing around the doors brings everything together
Although predominantly white the accents designed into this kitchen seamlessly while creating a point of interest that is pleasing to the eye.
give it a huge “pop” of interest. If you could only see the rest of this home, I don’t want to miss this chance to talk about the twin islands which
you would see that this “pop” of color carries consistently throughout. will always be a winner when a kitchen has the size to carry them. The
From the tray ceilings with shiplap, some in white and some in color, to island near the range is for the cook while the second island is for seat-
accent walls in different areas creating a cohesiveness that is appeal- ing and creating a place for friends and family alike to gather. In addi-
ing to those who see it. Our choice for the dark color in this kitchen is tion, the countertop space available in this kitchen is phenomenal and
our Midnight (black) and is a natural accompaniment to the white with the pantry, in the back room to the right, there is no need for the
cabinetry. small appliances to be out and about. See? Clean, simple, and creative.
The hood, which is a focal point, was custom made for this home. I
love the gold strapping that was added to the matte black background. ENJOY CLAY COX I clay@kitchensbyclay.com
It’s hard to see but the cabinet hardware has tiny touches of gold to YOUR 7935 Airport Road, Suites 5 and 6, Naples, FL 34109
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balance the hood accents. Love that! The second island and the bank HOME

COLOR IS A JOURNEY, Not a Destination

by Erick Carter,
Owner/Operator – Salon Zenergy
Salon
Zenergy

Are you in a rut? Same hair color forever? Is this really your best look?
Are you still wearing the same style of clothing that you wore while a
teenager? Of course not! As trends change, we adjust. Even our natu-
ral base color changes over time. So does our skin pigment. Sometimes
these changes are so slight that we barely notice, but suddenly, our
hair (and make-up) seems blah—no life in the color.
If your natural pigment is lighter than previously, it may affect how
your color takes. It can make the artificial color process lighter than it
originally did. You have a washed out look.
Have you spoken to your hair stylist to help you adjust your color?
To perk up your hair? Please remember that color is a journey, not a
Feel free to email me with any questions!
destination. We are happy to have a color consultation with you, to ERICK CARTER I erickcre8u @gmail.com I T: 239.431.5474
keep you looking your best.

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