With the goal of maximizing the space of the laundry room, mudroom, coffee and cocktail bar areas, Diamond Cabinets was a natural fit for blogger Kim Stoegbauer of TomKat Studios. When choosing cabinetry, Kim wanted storage options and door styles that would create a bright and airy atmosphere. With these needs in mind, she chose Diamond’s Montgomery door style with a white finish on a maple species for all of her room renovations, perfectly accented with black handles.

What would your dream pantry look like? Ask Phyllis Hoffman DePiano, CEO of Hoffman Media, which publishes popular periodicals such as Southern Home and Cottage Journal, and you’ll get many ideas about creating a magazine-ready pantry area.

Take note, three big trends are gaining popularity in the design space this year: new shades of white, rural rustic influences and tones of blue. A recent article from Beautiful Design Made Simple shares more information and inspiration on how these trends can be incorporated into any home.