Murfreesboro, TN – Southern Breeze Home Design Center has been selected by MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc. as an authorized dealer of their Aristokraft line.

Southern Breeze will be the first, and currently, the only retailer of Aristokraft in Middle Tennessee.

“We will now have three cabinet lines from which our clients can choose,” says Daniel Gammon, President.

Southern Breeze aims to provide clients with quality options for their home remodel, new construction or restoration project.  With more than 15 years of experience in Rutherford County and the surrounding areas as a construction company, the showroom provides convenience to clients.

Aristokraft is a subsidiary of MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc., an industry leader that comprises a breadth of quality cabinet brands. Since 1926, MasterBrand Cabinets has earned its reputation as America’s Cabinetmaker, and the Aristokraft brand is known for its style, selection and value.

Call 615-439-6146 or stop by Suite 460 at the Avenue in Murfreesboro to learn more!

Burnett will serve as an Account Manager and will operate primarily outside of the showroom.

“Mike’s role will be to bring on new clients and ensure we are providing the best service in the areas of home remodeling and insurance restoration,” says Daniel Gammon, President.

Burnett’s background includes sales, account coordination and finance.  He resides in Murfreesboro with his wife and 8-month-old daughter.

After 15 years in Rutherford County, Southern Breeze opened at the Avenue earlier this year.  With an experienced team and convenience of the showroom, they will manage your home improvement project from start to completion!

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Costs vary by location: area home values fluctuate and material cost are determined by local suppliers.  Remodelers Magazine median estimate costs vs value for a major kitchen remodel in the East South Central region at $50,757 will recoup at a ratio of 70.9% recoup, which is two percent higher than the national average.  A minor kitchen remodel

Southern Breeze Home Design Center sees the following as some of the top kitchen renovation ideas:

1) Custom Kitchen Countertops – Upgrading kitchen workspaces by replacing the countertops to a natural stone like granite or the new trend of countertops- a quartz composite. A luxury kitchen remodel look can be obtained at a fraction of the usual cost, if a remnant works. Numerous green-friendy countertop materials continue to emerge with both the sustainability and style to appeal to homeowners seeking less maintenance.

2) Kitchen Accessories – Adding crown molding to existing cabinets accentuates the architectural detailing of a home’s style. New cabinet faces with new knobs, pulls, and cabinet hinges add personality. From sleek and modern to classic and ornate, kitchen hardware upgrades refresh the entire look of a kitchen.

3) An Open Modern Kitchen – Kitchens benefit from being opened up. Removing a non-weight bearing wall, or enlarging a doorway can make a kitchen space seem larger than its floor plan previously suggested. If a wall seems “in the way” and is necessary for the structural soundness of the home, a pass through option may serve the purpose of opening up the kitchen space.

4) New Kitchen Windows – Replacing wooden, metal or older vinyl windows with newer, more energy-efficient ones will help save money and improve your home’s aesthetics.  Windows are so important for fresh air to deal with kitchen moisture and odors, and bring daylight to make cooking preparations easier.

5) Kitchen Backsplash – A kitchen is quickly set apart with personal choices using costume designed backsplash tiles for areas around the cook stove or wherever wall surfaces need extra protection from moisture and cooking splatters. Consumers can choose from glamorous glass, antique mirrors, or mother-of-pearl mosaics. Back-painted, solid glass panel backsplashes are trendy for the modern kitchen look.

7) Hardwood Floors – Pre-finished and engineered wood flooring are available in more choices than ever. They provide a kitchen with the look of real wood, eliminate the sanding dust dilemma and come with UV-cured aluminum oxide finish for greener homes.

8) Healthy Energy Efficient Kitchens – Green and sustainable kitchen designs and materials that focus on function and ease create healthy living environments that free of toxins, harsh chemicals and excessive energy consumption. Homeowners are prompted by government incentives to evaluate their home’s energy efficiency and overall performance.

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Father-and-son duo, Jerry and Daniel Gammon launched Southern Breeze Construction in 1998. And beginning this week, Daniel and his wife, Brittany, are introducing Southern Breeze Home Design Center to The Avenue Murfreesboro.

Located between Petco and Michael’s, the design center features a showroom of custom cabinets, flooring, exterior products like shingles, vinyl siding and gutters, replacement windows, cabinet hardware, garage doors and countertops.

“We have the construction business, and everybody asks if we have a retail place to come pick out stuff,” Brittany Gammon explained. “This was a natural next step, and it makes it more convenient for our clients. We’re doing enough volume that it made sense to have a retail space now.”

In addition to shopping for and hand-selecting items, consumers can count on Southern Breeze Home Design Center to service a project from start to finish.

“You come in and pick out your stuff, and we install it; we handle the entire project,” Gammon continued, adding the business employs a professional cabinet designer and very experienced staff.

Best of all, the showroom features everything from floor to ceiling, interior to exterior. This prevents consumers from shopping at one store for flooring, then visiting another store for windows, and another for cabinets.

“You can literally come in and get all of your major remodeling projects taken care of – all in one spot,” Gammon said.

For more information, call 615-439-6146, visit southernbreezehome.com, for follow Southern Breeze Home Design Center on Facebook and Twitter.

Source: http://www.murfreesboropost.com/southern-breeze-blows-into-new-showroom-cms-34021

According to the National Association of the Remodeling Industry’s website, planning out exactly what you want out of your kitchen remodel will help you set realistic budgets.

And if you’re still not sure what you want or even where to begin, don’t panic. Here are some ideas from our country-wide panel of design and contracting experts who agree these are the six hot kitchen remodel trends for 2013.

Trend #1: Refacing Kitchen Cabinets

Do you want a fresh look for your kitchen cabinets, but don’t want to go through the hassle of actually replacing them?

Good news: Kathleen Donohue, an award-winning designer with Neil Kelly Designs, says that refacing cabinets – not replacing – is in. Donohue says this trend is in because people are watching how they spend their money. And since refacing is the process of just changing cabinet doors while maintaining the original cabinet structure, it’s a much less expensive option.

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And when it comes to cabinet refacing, think simple and sleek, says Donohue.

“When refacing cabinets, a clean, simple contemporary look is winning out, both from an updating standpoint, and a trend to eliminate unnecessary clutter and fussy details that equate to high maintenance and complicated living – both unpopular trends,” says Donohue.

Trend #2: Stone and Solid Countertops

Are you dreaming about a gleaming new countertop to spruce up your kitchen? Consider quartz countertops, which experts say will be the material of choice in 2013 due to its durability.

“Stone countertops are losing ground to quartz composite countertops that are no-maintenance and the closest thing to bullet-proof countertop materials available today,” says Donohue.

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Florida-based kitchen and bath designer, Patricia Davis Brown, says another reason for quartz’s popularity is that it has less fussy patterning than granite.

But quartz isn’t the only trendy material for counters in 2013, according to Mark Fies, board of directors member for the Metro D.C. chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry.

Fies says more homeowners are asking for concrete countertops to create a custom and eye catching look. “With concrete you have endless colors to choose from, the ability to shape the surface as you see fit, and you can even embed materials and/or designs right into the surface,” he says.

Trend #3: Hardwood Floors

Are you thinking about replacing your worn and ripped kitchen linoleum with gleaming hardwood floors?

Good, because our kitchen experts agree that hardwood floors remain a hot kitchen remodeling trend for 2013, with a few new developments.

For example, “I am starting to see lighter shades of wood floors again – something that hasn’t been seen in a while,” says Chappaqua New York interior designer, Cami Weinstein.

And Brown sees the same trend in Florida. “The washed wood floors are back but, with a twist – wider planks and hand scraping, giving a beachy feel,” she says.

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But hardwood floors can be a lot of work in terms of both installation and maintenance. Luckily, there are some options to give you that classic wood floor look – without the hassle.

For example, Goldberg and Donohue are seeing a trend in hardwood-looking floors made from durable and easier-to-install materials, such as engineered wood flooring, which is made from a plywood base with a real hardwood veneer.

“Engineered wood continues to be popular, but so is porcelain tile that looks like wood, with less maintenance and better water tolerance,” says Goldberg.

Trend #4: Stylish Sink

Adding a stylish sink can drastically change the look of your kitchen. So what will be trending in 2013? Fies says the answer is deep bowl sinks.

“Deep bowls are still the rage,” he says. “Although there are endless possibilities with today’s sinks, our homeowners want large, deep sinks to accommodate their larger pots and pans. The debate between single or double bowl is still in full effect, but we tend to see homeowners choosing the one bowl option.”

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After you’ve decided on the style, the next thing to consider is the material of the sink. And in terms of what will be trending for 2013, Weinstein believes stainless steel sinks will be hot due to their durability and flexibility.

“They just look great for a very long time and work with both modern and traditional cabinetry,” he says.

Trend #5: Appliances

If you’ve been thinking about investing in new appliances, this could be the year to justify buying that commercial stove. According to Weinstein, incorporating commercial-style stoves and other useful built-in appliances in kitchen remodeling projects is a hot trend for 2013.

“Commercial stoves and stainless steel appliances continue to be used and enjoyed,” she says. In addition, features that save homeowners time and space are becoming increasingly popular. “One of her favorites is a hot water dispenser. “They are great for a quick cup of tea, hot cocoa, or mixing with boullion cube for a stock,” she says.

Adding to that concept, Goldberg says kitchen features that do double-duty and save valuable kitchen space are also must-haves for 2013.

This includes microwaves that double as second ovens and warming drawers, and refrigerators with convertible drawers that can act as the fridge, freezer, or wine fridge.

“Multi-taskers that serve more than one need are hot,” says Goldberg.

Trend #6: Mixing Cabinet Colors

Is dark brown too bland, but red too vibrant? Will white cabinets turn a dull shade of gray after the kids put their hands on them? If you can’t decide on a color for your kitchen cabinets, never fear – our experts say it isn’t just one color that will be trending in 2013, but rather a combination of colors.

“Homeowners no longer need to choose between white, medium, or dark tone cabinetry,” says Fies. He adds that a variety of colors will provide visual interest, and can immediately give your kitchen an updated, modern look.

So what are some ways you could incorporate a combination of colors into your own kitchen?

“I am starting to see kitchen cabinetry painted in shades of cream, taupe and gray, often mixing in a darker wood for an island or the lower cabinets,” says Fies.

Source: http://homes.yahoo.com/news/2013-kitchen-remodels-200528622.html