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There is so much polarization and
discord in the world today that
we desperately need one space
that we have control over, our
homes, which we can make
peaceful and harmonious. Ironi-
cally, the trend today is to use
opposites, and items that you
wouldn’t expect to be put togeth-
er, to create an inviting and relax-
ing space for your family. This
means fusing things that are old
vs. new, light vs. dark, simple vs.
high tech, and ideas that help us
to connect vs. disconnect.
Old vs. New
Everyone want to embrace the
future yet still hold on to the com-
forts of the past, so using shiny
new and high tech things next to
rustic, weathered items is the way
to do this in your space. Brushed
brass and stainless steel appli-
ances and fixtures are popularly
used together with reclaimed
wood floors and beams.
Light vs. Dark
Using the simplicity and elegance
of black and white is on trend
with or without accent colors like
indigo, butter yellow and dark
turquois.
Simple vs. High Tech
Today’s designs are simple, clean
and uncluttered. But, hidden
behind the sleek and elegant
designs are the latest space saving
gadgets and technological con-
veniences like hydraulic lift up
cabinet doors, universal whole
house remote control systems and
appliances that are controlled
with your phone.
Disconnect vs. Connect
You want an environment at
home that helps you disconnect
with work and outside chaos and
invites your family to be together.
Incorporating cozy, cushioned
seating in and around the kitchen
area is one of the best ways to
encourage gathering. However,
even though the family is spend-
ing time together, everyone wants
to stay connected. So, many con-
veniently located USB ports are
necessary along with a couple of
perching areas, with power, for
laptops.
Opposites do attract and can bring
great beauty to your home and
your life. To help you create your
special place call TrueLeaf Kitchens
at 908-766-2006 for an appoint-
ment, visit our showroom in down-
town Basking Ridge at 134 S. Finley
Ave. or view our design gallery at
www.trueleafkitchens.com.
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