1685 Kitchen Design Studio

How to Clean Your Kitchen Cabinets

Wondering how to clean your cabinets? This guide can help!

houzz.com Learn the techniques for keeping stained, painted and laminate cabinets in tiptop shape

Top Designers Say These Kitchen Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2020

Happy New Year!

Is 2020 the year you get a new kitchen? Take a look at some of the top trends!

elledecor.com Get a head start on your reno plans with predictions from the pros.

These Christmas Decoration Storage Hacks Are a Game-Changer

Thinking of taking the holiday decor down? Take a look at these ways to store everything!

goodhousekeeping.com You can easily repurpose other containers from around the house.

55 Festive Christmas Appetizers That Will Make You Merry

Get festive with the appies when you have company over for the holidays!

tasteofhome.com You won't believe how cute these Santa deviled eggs are.

7 ways to incorporate Pantone's Color of the Year for 2020 into your home, according to interior designers

Pantone's colour of the year for 2020 is 'Classic Blue'.

if you love this colour enough to want it in your kitchen, we can custom make cabinetry to match it 🌈

insider.com Interior designers swear by Classic Blue for accent walls and statement-making furniture pieces. Here's how you can add the rich blue into your home.

From concept to reality -- we would love to work with you to bring your vision to life!

1685 provides our clients with a personalized experience in the design and manufacturing of their custom cabinetry.

Drop by our showroom at 8820-51 Avenue or call 780-438-0080 to book a free consultation with our in-house designer.

10 Stylish Ways to Maximize Bathroom Storage

Thinking of renovating your bathroom? Check out these ways to add more storage.

houzz.com Be smart about space planning with these clever ideas for shelves, drawers and more

10 Holiday Gifts Perfect for the Home Cooks on Your List

Do you have a home cook on your holiday gift list? They could probably use something from here.😉

houzz.com Check out these kitchen gift ideas, from budget picks to splurges

25 Easy Ways to Spruce Up Your Kitchen for Christmas

Add some festive touches to your kitchen with these cute ideas. 🎄

elledecor.com Give the heart of the home the attention it deserves.

We can make kitchen cabinets...and more! Custom built-ins, wall units and vent hoods, just to name a few.

We can make your cabinets in any stain or colour 🌈 you can imagine!

It's just one more advantage of having your cabinets custom made!

How to Organize Your Kitchen Cabinets, One at a Time

You want to be happy when you open up your cabinets, right? 😄

Take a look at these organization tips!

houzz.com Follow these steps to straighten up your kitchen cabinets and shelves so they’re a pleasure to use

Looking For New Kitchen Cabinets? Check Out These Ideas...

There's a lot to consider when you're looking for new cabinets. But don't worry, we can help! Just give us a call to set up a free consultation with our in-house designer.

thespruce.com New kitchen cabinets require study and research, because they cost so much. Learn about new kitchen cabinets.

How to Stock a Modern Pantry

Cooking is easier and quicker when you already have the ingredients.

Whether you're a food newbie or expert, these lists of what to keep in your pantry have got you covered.

cooking.nytimes.com “Pantry” is an antique word with an eternal logic: Cooking is simpler and faster when you already have the ingredients. We’ve identified three levels of pantries among our readers — essential, expanded and expert — so whether you’re beginning to cook, stretching toward new flavors or an ...

Popular Kitchen Cabinet Door Styles

Wondering what style of cabinet doors to use in your kitchen? Take a look at the pros and cons of some of the most popular types.

thespruce.com When kitchen remodeling, one of your most major decisions will be the style of the cabinet doors. Learn about popular kitchen cabinet door styles.

We're good at 'custom'. We can even build a vent hood box to match your kitchen's style! We recently created this one for a client then hand sprayed it to the perfect finish.

Spooky Snacks That Will Up Your Party’s Creep Factor

Happy Halloween! There's still time to whip up a scary snack for your ghouls. 🕷

goodhousekeeping.com Proof that you can turn any food into something ghoulish and ghastly.

A custom surround for your tub adds that extra level of luxury!

When we say we do custom, we mean it!

Check out this custom desk we made for a client -- it incorporates the engine block of a Jaguar V12 engine. We're pretty sure it's one of a kind 😊🏎

7 Smart Ideas for the End of a Kitchen Island

Make the most of your island by using ALL the space. Check these ideas on how to make this kitchen piece even more functional!

houzz.com Extend function in the kitchen by building in chopping blocks, appliances, storage and more

15 Coffee Stations Bubbling Over With Clever Ideas

If you like your coffee like we do, then you might want a dedicated space for it. ☕️

houzz.com Built-in coffee makers, coffee pod storage and appliance garages are among the features of these great coffee stations

We can make your laundry room a place you actually want to spend time in ;)

Easiest-Ever Thanksgiving Recipes

Thanksgiving is this weekend -- it's the perfect time to put your new kitchen to use! Whip up some easy recipes and invite your friends and family over. 🥧🦃

foodnetwork.com Preparing Thanksgiving dinner will be simpler than ever before with the help of these easy fall recipes.

Our in-house designer can help you visualize and plan your project, whether it be a kitchen, bathroom or entertainment unit.

We’re happy to provide a free consultation and preliminary designs. Call or visit our showroom to get started!

7 Great Countertops: How to Choose the Best Material

From concrete to wood, there are lots of counter top options to choose from. Take a look at the pros and cons of the most popular types.

popularmechanics.com Get beyond the brand names and your countertop options really just come down to a handful of materials. Here's a look at seven of the most popular.

From concept to reality -- we would love to work with you to bring your vision to life!

1685 provides our clients with a personalized experience in the design and manufacturing of their custom cabinetry.

Drop by our showroom at 8820-51 Avenue or call 780-438-0080 to book a free consultation with Sherry, our in-house designer.

10 Times to Hire a Kitchen Designer

A professional kitchen designer can really help you make the most of your space.

Give us a call to get started with our in-house designer!

houzz.com These specialists can help with layout issues, update an older space, be thoughtful about design details and more

10 Kitchen Islands That Feature Banquette Seating

We ❤️ banquettes! There are some great ideas here -- and we have a few of our own since we've designed and built many for our clients.

houzz.com See how designers transformed these kitchens with built-in seating in a variety of styles and colors

Do These 7 Things to Get an Organized Entryway

An organized entryway/mudroom can make your life a little easier.

Take a look at these ideas, and remember, 1685 can design and manufacture the perfect entrance area for your home!

houzz.com Follow these rules to whip your entry hall into shape and say goodbye to clutter

We do bathroom cabinets, too!

52 Quick & Easy School Lunch Ideas to Pack for Your Kids

First day of school...and the first of many days of packing a lunch.

These ideas can make brown-bagging it a little more palatable 😉

bonappetit.com It's back-to-school time, and we've got quick and easy lunch ideas to keep your kids happy—or at least relatively so.