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From Dark and Awkward to Bright and Functional: A Louisiana Kitchen Gets a Total Makeover

September 10, 2019

The power of thoughtful space planning is essential, especially when renovating an older home. Designer and Blogger, Arianne Bellizaire from Arianne Bellizaire Interiors, stripped-down an entire twenty-five-year-old kitchen in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to create a uniquely designed space from scratch. The once dark and dated kitchen became a bright, stylish and functional space through enhancements of products and planning.

Before

After

With an end goal of presenting a practical beautiful space for her clients, Arianne Bellizaire bases all of her design decisions on finding the right balance between functionality and creating a visually appealing space that makes guests want to take a second look. She creates homes specifically so homeowners can alter their style.

Sometimes with particular designs such as rustic or minimalism, homeowners can tend to feel stuck with one style.

“I never want you to be able to pinpoint one defined style of any of my spaces. Rather I want them to be a healthy mix of complementary styles that help to tell the homeowner’s story,” Says Bellizaire.

Before

After

Although the masterpiece came out as a stylish, functional space, Bellizaire faced some crossroads during the renovation. The extensive construction led to the removal of an 18x cypress beam that provided structural support to the home. She also removed the upper cabinets making the space feel larger. Bellizaire had to ensure the new design incorporated enough storage and included a walk-in pantry to the plan.

With the installation of all-new cabinetry, Bellizaire was on a mission to find the perfect hardware to compliment her design, leading her to Top Knobs.

“Top Knobs is our go-to hardware resource. We love how much variety there is in the product line and how much depth there is within each collection. The Kinney and Hollin combination was the perfect, sleek complement to this kitchen renovation” Bellizaire commented.

The transition between the before and after of the kitchen was so impactful because of the versatility of the new space. From dark and awkward, to bright and functional, the homeowners have new space can that can easily evolve with their changing styles.

Thank you Arianne Bellizaire for choosing Top Knobs and sharing your project with us! For more design inspiration from Arianne Bellizaire Interiors be sure to follow on Instagram and Facebook.

Kingsbridge series adds modern style to Devon Collection

August 1, 2017

Inspired by English harbor towns and villages, the new Kingsbridge series by Top Knobs combines artisan details with modern style to create a sophisticated flat hardware element. Part of the Top Knobs Devon Collection, the series blends easily into any kitchen or bath design – redefining today’s transitional looks for decorative hardware.

Kingsbridge series of decorative hardware – part of the Top Knobs Devon Collection

“Wide, but not too wide… detailed, but not too ornate. Everything in the Devon collection is designed with exquisite detailing for a classic, yet modern feel,” states Christine Zimmer, product manager for Top Knobs.

“With the Kingsbridge series we feature smooth flat tops and slightly rounded edges. The base of each piece includes an extra layer of detailing with two parallel bands. And, the T shaped knobs mimic the shape of the pulls with the same wide, flat surface area.”

Smart contemporary lines unite with subtle traditional detailing in each Kingsbridge piece.

The series is available in eight sizes:

  • Three T shaped knobs: 1 3/8”, 1 7/8” and 2 3/8”
  • Four pulls: 3 3/4”, 5 1/16, 6 5/16” and 12” center-to-center sizes
  • A 12” appliance pull

Like other series in the Top Knobs Devon Collection, Kingsbridge available in eight finishes including Ash Gray, a rich on-trend gray, and Honey Bronze, a light brass tone. Other available finishes include Black, Brushed Satin Nickel, Polished Chrome, Polished Nickel, Sable and Umbrio.

The character of harbor towns and villages of Devon County in southwest England inspire the Devon Collection. MSRP is $7.00 to $74.50 per piece. Available at kitchen and bath showrooms nationwide, all Top Knobs products come with a proprietary sealed finish and a lifetime warranty.

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Top Knobs Transcend Collection: Modern Cabinet Hardware for Today’s Transitional Spaces

February 24, 2015

Top Knobs introduces the Transcend Collection of modern cabinet hardware in a coordinating mix of shapes, sizes and finishes.

Composed of 33 different shaped products, the five series cabinet hardware collection is available in five contemporary finishes: Brushed Satin Nickel, Polished Chrome, Polished Nickel, Sable and Umbrio.

Top Knobs Transcend decorative hardware

“Transcend mixes modern functional hardware with the high-quality finish Top Knobs is know for,” states Christine Zimmer, product manager for Top Knobs. “The combination of easy shapes and sizes makes this collection an effortless match for any transitional space.”

Products in the Top Knobs Transcend Collection include:

Podium series

TK670PN

  • Strong, angular bar shaped pulls and square knobs with fine stepped detailing and a straight base
  • 9 sizes, 5 finishes
  • 2 square knobs (1” and 1 1/8”), 5 cabinet pulls (3 ¾”, 5 1/16”, 6 5/16”, 9” and 12”) and 2 appliance pulls (12” and 18”)

Ascendra series

TK703BSN

  • Smooth, straight bar shaped pulls and square knobs with a footed base
  • 9 sizes, 5 finishes
  • 3 square knobs (1”, 1 1/8” and 1 ¼”), 5 cabinet pulls (3 ¾”, 5 1/16”, 6 5/16”, 9” and 12”) and 1 appliance pull (12”)

Contour series

TK722UM

  • Modern shape that contours to the curves of your hand and connects to cabinetry with a footed base
  • 7 sizes, 5 finishes
  • 1 square knob (1 1/8”), 4 cabinet pulls (3 ¾”, 5 1/16”, 6 5/16” and 12”) and 2 appliance pulls (8” and 12”)

Spectrum series

TK711BSN

  • Six-sided curved shape pieces with a footed six-sided base
  • Knobs resemble hexagons
  • 7 sizes, 5 finishes
  • 3 knobs (1”, 1 1/8” and 1 ¼”), 3 cabinet pulls (3 ¾”, 5 1/16” and 6 5/16”) and 1 appliance pull (12”)

Cabinet Latches

TK729PN

  • Coordinating cabinet latches add keeps cabinets securely closed
  • 1 15/16” size, 5 finishes

MSRP are $7.00 to $90.00 per piece. All Top Knobs products come with proprietary sealed finish and lifetime warranty. Visit www.topknobs.com to view the entire collection.

 

 

Selecting a style of cabinet hardware

September 4, 2013

If you are replacing kitchen knobs and/or pull handles on existing cabinets, it is helpful to know what style type hardware you are shopping for. Kitchen cabinet hardware is divided into three broad style categories: Traditional, Contemporary, and Transitional.

Traditional

Aspen Collection

Aspen Collection

Often known as “Old World” these are classic designs, often inspired by historical architectural and design features. Traditional style is the most popular category of cabinet knobs and pulls, because most kitchen designs are traditional.

Traditional collections from Top Knobs include the Normandy, Tuscany, Edwardian, Aspen, Britannia, and Bronze (oil rubbed) collections.

Contemporary

Sanctuary

Sanctuary Collection

Contemporary designs feature sleek lines, sharp angles, minimalist features, and modern finishes such as brushed satin nickel, polished chrome, and stainless steel. The look of the kitchen is modern, sleek, and elegant.

The Contemporary collections available from Top Knobs are Sanctuary, Sanctuary II, Nouveau, Nouveau II, and Nouveau III.

Transitional

Somerset II Collection

Somerset II Collection

Transitional knobs and handle pulls are a blend of Traditional and Contemporary styles. These can be Traditional designs with Contemporary finishes, or Contemporary designs with Traditional finishes. The look can be quite striking.

Top Knobs Dakota, Asbury, Somerset I, and Somerset2 collections are considered Transitional looks.

 

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