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Kitchen Trends for 2023
HOLIDAYS HURRICANES CABINETRY | DESIGN | INSTALLATION
by Clay Cox Owner/President

ll year long we get questioned as to in future kitchens. However, the mention of Dark Wood kitchens
what’s new in kitchen design this is not far from the happenings for next year. Woods will be lightly
Ayear and it’s a great question because stained and wood species like Walnut with a clear coat will take
trends are just that…trends. My answer to a position as an accent color for a lot more kitchens this year. The
by Clay Cox, Owner/President – Kitchens by Clay
what’s new in kitchen design may be a bit mention of Alder, Hickory and Ash woods in the article are not for
biased as it is based on the experiences we us here in Florida. Not yet anyway.
have while putting together designs for people
The newest element is texture. Mixing painted finishes with
THE HOLIDAY SEASON IS HERE, and we are all blessed to be able to the true spirit of folks helping their neighbors in any way they are
for their homes here in Southwest Florida.
lightly stained grainy woods or man-made textures are quickly
celebrate in our own ways. For me this means bringing good cheer capable of, while putting on brave smiles as they weather the after
becoming part of the latest kitchen designs and will continue to
That said, we are not blind to the trends
to family, friends, employees, and strangers. I know that if I choose to effects of the storm themselves. It’s true that the roadblocks seem to
elsewhere. For example, I’ve recently read
be in the future. It will be common to choose wood for the still
smile and present a happy and content face to all around me, my be everywhere when it comes to re-building those homes and lives.
articles that suggest some of the new color
popular kitchen island to complement the painted finish on the
days will also start and end in good cheer. So to everyone out there, Inventory is low and sometimes non-existent, at least for a while. There
ideas include painted finishes such as Subtle Pinks, Sophisticated wall cabinets. Combining painted finishes and stained wood along
be happy, be generous with your actions and be kind to all, friends and seems to be not nearly enough labor and prices are high—not to
a feature wall is gaining in popularity as well.
Beiges, and Rich Reds. Unless you are convinced colors like
strangers alike, and your Holidays will most assuredly be wonderful. mention that the time it takes to get things done seems like forever and
these will bring excitement to your life, please don’t do that. I am In closing I would like to remind everyone that the kitchen you
Unfortunately, I feel like I should address hurricane Ian, which passed a day. These are the facts of life as we know them right now. The best
convinced that light and white painted finishes will hold on for choose is the one you will live with for many years to come. So,
through our community in October. In my travels, I followed up on our way for us all to help maintain a positive attitude is to be patient.
a long time to come. This has a lot to do with the fact that we despite the price ranges in your neighborhood or what everyone
clients to see how we can help put their lives back together. I saw Patience and kindness will not only win the day for the holidays but
live near the water just like the folks who live in Cape Cod, on else seems to be doing I encourage you to do what will please you
areas that were devasted and unlike anything I’ve ever witnessed in will help to make our community whole again. And a complete and
the Jersey Shore or California coast where white or light-colored the most.
the 30 years I’ve been designing kitchens here in Naples. It was so whole community is what I’m asking Santa to bring us all for Christmas
kitchens have been and will always be popular with a great resale
hard to see folks up and down the shoreline and in low lying areas this year. God bless everyo clay@kitchensbyclay.com
Enjoy your home! ne out there and may everyone have a
factor.
7935 Airport Road, Suites 5 and 6,
that had their life’s belongings along the streets to be picked up as wonderful holiday season with a happy and prosperous year in 2023.
Clay Cox
In addition, I believe that Plum, Sage Green, or Tangerine
trash. I thank God that my family and friends fared well, and pray that Naples, FL 34109
finishes may be experimented with but will not be the go-to colors ENJOY
everyone will have their lives put back together soon. CLAY COX I clay@kitchensbyclay.com
T: 239.431.5474
On the other hand, I spoke to a lot of people who understood that YOUR 7935 Airport Road, Suites 5 and 6, Naples, FL 34109
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the tragedy will not stop them from living their lives to the fullest. I saw HOME

Silicones vs Silicones
LET’S FACE IT–THEN LET’S TALK...
by Erick Carter
here are two types of
cheapest non-water-soluble silicone used is
silicones used in hair dimethazone and the hardest to remove. These
Tcare products: water- silicones are found most often in leave-in
by Erick Carter, Owner/Operator – Salon Zenergy
soluble silicones and non- conditioners.
water-soluble silicones. They Water-soluble silicones do dissolve in water
and are easy to wash out, and, so, do not build
Salon are neither the same cost nor of the skull to accent areas. For example, he can use the bone structure
Zenergy can they be treated the same. up. Cyclomethicone is the most commonly used
Silicones work by covering hair with a thin to create a fuller look. Hair can also be cut on the bias to help create
silicone in hair care products. Dimethicone
Copolyol, water-soluble, is a bit higher in price
coating to make hair less porous, lubricating layers and movement.
Our features change as we mature or change weight. That can
the hair surface. They are a good conditioning source.
“What style is best for my face shape?” but is the best silicone product for your hair.
Non-water-soluble silicones do not dissolve in water and so
The main purpose of any silicone is to give you hair control over
The four face shapes are round, square, heart, even change how we picture our face shape. If you have fleshiness to 7935 Airport Road | Suite 5
frizz and to add shine. It is important to understand which product
must be clarified to remove from your hair. These silicones may
and oval. your face, round layers will accent the fleshiness. At times, stronger Naples, FL 34109
build up in the hair. This will cause the hair to seem heavy and and even square layers can help minimize fleshiness. The opposite
is best for you. If you have questions, please ask your haircare
“Are those the only factors I should consider?” is true if you have strong hard lines. Features also to consider are
dirty. As a result, a person tends to wash and style the hair more professional.
No, you should also consider other factors: cowlicks, not always a bad thing. Working with the cowlick can put a Best of 239.431.5474
often than needed and this can result in over- processing the I am always open for questions so please feel free to email me
texture, features, skull shape, and density of hair. unique signature on the cut if you want it “signed.”
hair. Too, it may affect how other products perform in the hair, yours. Who knows it may end up as a feature in Life in Naples. 2020
Your professional hair designer can offer you choices using your
including color.
So, let’s talk. Erickcre8u@gmail.com DESIGN KitchensByClay.com
Amodimethicone (also look for ‘amo,’ ‘amine,’ or ‘amino’) is
There are 3 main types of texture: straight, wavy or curly, and kinky. As facial shape, hair texture and density, your prominent features to
Erick Carter, Salon Zenergy
the name for non-water-soluble silicones, the most common and
an example, with a heart shape face, I might suggest a nice pixie cut accent or minimize and the look you want. So, now, let’s talk.
239-777-2380
if you have straight hair that is not extremely thin. Straight thin hair in VOTED BEST OF HOUZZ DESIGN 2020
a pixie will make hair appear even thinner.
Feel free to email me with any questions!
The skull shape, too, has to be considered. It is important for a stylist ERICK CARTER I erickcre8u @gmail.com I T: 239.431.5474
to understand it when creating the cut. Hair can be cut with the shape
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