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		<title>Get Extra Counter Space in the Kitchen with an Island</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:57:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen, Kitchen Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ever wished you had more counter space in your kitchen? Add a kitchen island . A kitchen island is a great place to prepare and serve meals.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1083" style="margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px;" title="kitchen island" src="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/kitchen-island.jpg" alt="kitchen island" width="248" height="342" />Ever wished you had more counter space in your kitchen? Add a <a title="kitchen island" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/Kitchen.aspx" target="_blank">kitchen island</a> . A kitchen island is a great place to prepare and serve meals.</p>
<h3>Enjoy Entertaining at Your Kitchen Island</h3>
<p>You can serve your holiday meals buffet style and place all the food on the island so people can take as much or as little food as they like.</p>
<p>You’ll also find people naturally drawn to the island, no matter how big or small. An island is kind of like the central hub in your kitchen and there is nothing like having family and friends stand and talk to you while you bustle in the kitchen, especially during the holidays.</p>
<p>Ready to <a title="remodel your kitchen" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com " target="_blank">remodel your kitchen</a> and add an efficient, beautiful kitchen island? <a title="DirectBuy" href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/ " target="_blank">DirectBuy</a> is the place to begin. You’ll find great choices and great prices to help you create the kitchen you’ve always wanted.</p>
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		<title>Kitchen Design Trends – From Triangle to Zones</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 21:48:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen, Kitchen Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When you’re planning your kitchen update or remodel, forget about the old idea of the work triangle. Instead, design your kitchen in work zones where lots of people can pitch in and take part in the preparation of meals. If your kitchen is designed so that several people will have plenty of space to complete their tasks, meals can come together in a lot less time. So Zones are the key!

]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-927" style="margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px;" title="kitchen islands" src="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/countertop-group-2-300x194.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="194" />Getting in the zone is the new trend in <a title="kitchen designs" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/designs.aspx" target="_blank">kitchen designs</a>. In today’s busy families, the cooking is not left up to mom all the time. Many dads and kids know how to prepare a meal for the family. It takes everyone pitching in these days to keep up with our busy lifestyles.</p>
<p><strong>Zones Provide Room for Several People to Work Together</strong></p>
<p>When you’re planning your <a title="kitchen update or remodel" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/" target="_blank">kitchen update or remodel</a>, forget about the old idea of the work triangle. Instead, design your kitchen in work zones where lots of people can pitch in and take part in the preparation of meals. If your kitchen is designed so that several people will have plenty of space to complete their tasks, meals can come together in a lot less time. So Zones are the key!<br />
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Appliances and Kitchen Islands Add Up to Convenience</strong></p>
<p>Many homeowners are opting for <a title="kitchen islands" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/Kitchen.aspx" target="_blank">kitchen islands</a> for extra prep space and also as an area to install appliances underneath. Ice makers, microwaves, additional refrigerators can be housed in your kitchen island for even more convenience and efficiency. You can put your cooktop in the island and add an extra sink.</p>
<p>Whatever you’re thinking for your new kitchen design, keep <a title="DirectBuy" href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/" target="_blank">DirectBuy</a> in mind. You can purchase brand-name <a title="kitchen remodeling" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/" target="_blank">kitchen remodeling</a> products at prices up to 50% off retail.</p>
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		<title>Drop Leaf Islands for Kitchen Remodeling</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 17:17:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen, Kitchen Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Drop leaf islands provide extra surface space when needed yet fold down when not in use creating more space to move around in the kitchen.  This type of kitchen island is not only perfect for food preparation space, it can also make a great breakfast bar or additional seating area during meals or for the kids when they are helping you cook.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Having a little extra work surface in the kitchen just got a easier.  Install a drop leaf island during your kitchen remodeling project.</p>
<p>Drop leaf islands provide extra surface space when needed yet fold down when not in use creating more space to move around in the kitchen.  This type of <a title="kitchen island" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/Kitchen.aspx" target="_blank">kitchen island</a> is not only perfect for food preparation space, it can also make a great breakfast bar or additional seating area during meals or for the kids when they are helping you cook.</p>
<p>Kitchen remodeling provides a great opportunity to infuse your kitchen with great design elements.  A drop leaf island provides that and a whole lot more.</p>
<p>For all of your <a title="kitchen remodeling" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/" target="_blank">kitchen remodeling</a> needs, see what <a title="DirectBuy" href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/" target="_blank">DirectBuy</a> has to offer at manufacturer-wholesale prices that can save you up to 50% off what you would pay retail.</p>
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		<title>Multi-Purpose Kitchen Islands</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 19:02:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen, Kitchen Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Kitchen islands come in a myriad of styles, sizes and designs. You can design your island to provide exactly the additional convenience you want to add to your kitchen.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-741" style="margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px;" title="natural-stone-kitchen" src="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/natural-stone-kitchen.jpg" alt="" width="158" height="110" />Adding a kitchen island to your kitchen décor is not only a great way to add extra storage space, you can add a ton of convenience to your kitchen with an island.</p>
<p>Kitchen islands come in a myriad of styles, sizes and designs. You can design your island to provide exactly the additional convenience you want to add to your kitchen.</p>
<p>Two features you can choose for a kitchen island that will make a huge impact on your kitchen are a sink and a stove top. In addition to your main sink and stove, you can have additional work stations in your island.</p>
<p>A <a title="kitchen island" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/Kitchen.aspx" target="_blank">kitchen island</a> adds immediate storage space, countertop area for serving food and preparing food, but if you choose other features like the stove top and sink, you get a lot of bang for your buck.</p>
<p>When you’re ready for any type of <a title="kitchen remodeling" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/" target="_blank">kitchen remodeling</a>, <a title="DirectBuy" href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/" target="_blank">DirectBuy</a> has an extensive selection of top-quality <a title="brand-name products" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/" target="_blank">brand-name products</a> to fit within your price range and save you up to 50% off retail prices.</p>
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		<title>Optimize Your Kitchen Island</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 13:56:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen, Kitchen Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A kitchen island can boost the functionality of your kitchen tremendously. Not only does your kitchen island add extra prep space, it offers lots of other perks to your kitchen.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-622" style="margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px;" title="kitchen-island-43" src="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/kitchen-island-43.jpg" alt="" width="187" height="121" />A kitchen island can boost the functionality of your kitchen tremendously. Not only does your kitchen island add extra prep space, it offers lots of other perks to your kitchen.</p>
<p>When you’re entertaining, the kitchen island will be the favorite spot for friends and family to gather around to visit with you while you’re in the kitchen, especially if the appetizers and snacks are spread tastefully on your kitchen island counter top.</p>
<p>Other opportunities to optimize your kitchen island can include:</p>
<p>•    Additional cabinets<br />
•    Shelves for display<br />
•    Wine Coolers<br />
•    Ice Makers<br />
•    Garbage Disposals<br />
•    Stove Tops<br />
•    Sinks</p>
<p>Adding a kitchen island to your kitchen design is a great idea, so make the most of it and optimize this wonderful additional space in your kitchen design.</p>
<p><a title="DirectBuy" href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/" target="_blank">DirectBuy</a> has a wide selection of <a title="kitchen remodeling" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/" target="_blank">kitchen remodeling</a> products to help you design a beautiful, stylish, efficient kitchen – all at manufacturer-direct wholesale prices that can save you up to 50% off retail.</p>
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		<title>What Can A Kitchen Island Do For Your Kitchen?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 14:30:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen, Kitchen Remodeling Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Based on your cooking habits, kitchen activities and entertainment style, you can design a kitchen island that will make everything you do in your kitchen more convenient.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-581" style="margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px;" title="island-sm" src="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/island-sm.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="99" />If you have room for an island in your kitchen, you should consider the benefits and get started right away. Just a few things a kitchen island can do for your kitchen is provide more prep space, more storage space, more room for other activities, and more space to serve food when you have a crowd.</p>
<p>Your <a title="kitchen island" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/Kitchen.aspx" target="_blank">kitchen island</a> can even include an additional <a title="sink" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/sinks.aspx" target="_blank">sink</a> and/or <a title="stovetop" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/discount-stoves.aspx" target="_blank">stovetop</a> if you need it. Based on your cooking habits, kitchen activities and entertainment style, you can design a kitchen island that will make everything you do in your kitchen more convenient.</p>
<p>Any kitchen design can incorporate an island. The only thing you must have is the space. But kitchen islands come in all sizes too. It’s possible to design a small island even for a kitchen that isn’t huge. You can even opt for an island on wheels so you can move it to various locations if there isn’t room for a stationary island.</p>
<p><a title="DirectBuy" href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/" target="_blank">DirectBuy</a> can help you create a functional, stylish kitchen at savings up to 50% off retail prices.</p>
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