The Accent Piece
The Accent Piece is a blog about simplifying projects for the home like DIY furniture builds, painting projects, home decor, and tips on new home construction.
wn kitchen, choosing the correct height for the pendant lights above the kitchen island was so important. The height of the lights above the island countertop has such a big effect on the overall feel of the kitchen and design aesthetic. The pendant lights should be hung at a length that is not only …
Understanding the correct height of a kitchen or dining room table is important in planning your space. Knowing what will fit the best will aide you in creating a home that best suits your needs. You might also need to know the typical heights of kitchen tables for building purposes. I have built many …
In this article, I will cover all the best wood options for a cutting board. I will also cover all of the other factors that go into the decision, like cost, hardness of the wood, ease of working with the species of wood, and finishing options. The Importance of Choosing the Right Wood for …
River tables are beautiful and unique tables that look great in so many homes and spaces. I recently made a river table made out of concrete and wood and I’ll be sharing my process with you. In this tutorial, I have created detailed step-by-step instructions for building a DIY river table. I will also …
Drilling holes in order to install hardware in brand new cabinetry sometimes be intimidating for a typical homeowner. Thankfully, there is a simple way for anyone to accurately install new hardware on kitchen cabinets and drawers. It is also a great tool for updating the look of old hardware in a kitchen renovation. That simple …
Choosing the right wood species for your kitchen dining table is such an important decision. This decision can greatly affect how well the table works for your family. In this article, I will cover all the best wood options for a kitchen dining table. I will also cover all of the other factors …
In this article, I will share our master bathroom floor plans with you. We designed this master bathroom with our architect and it’s safe to say that every square in was poured over. I always knew that designing a home from the ground up would be quite the project, but I definitely underestimated exactly how …
When designing a new custom home, one of the most fun parts is designing the kitchen. There are so many options! From cabinet color, to countertops, to the kitchen hardware style and color, there are endless combinations. One of those decisions that I will cover today is color for the hardware. I will specifically talk …
