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What’s Next in Kitchen Design: The 2026 Trend Forecast
Today’s kitchens are evolving beyond a single open room. From tall concealed cabinetry to versatile island storage, homeowners are embracing layered, multi-functional layouts that balance beauty, organization, and everyday use—perfect for cooking, gathering, and entertaining without the clutter.
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Finding the Perfect Flooring to Match Your Kitchen Cabinets
Your kitchen cabinets set the tone for the entire space—and your flooring choice brings it all together. Benchmark Kitchen & Bath’s design experts can help you select the perfect flooring style and tone to complement your cabinetry, even though we don’t sell or install flooring directly. Learn how to achieve a cohesive look and start planning your renovation with our team today.
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The Return of the Curve: Why Soft Lines and Heritage Shapes Are Redefining the Modern Kitchen
Curves are quietly making their way back into kitchen design — and for good reason. After years of sharp lines and sterile minimalism, homeowners are rediscovering the warmth of soft edges, rounded islands, and arched details. This new wave of design blends heritage craftsmanship with modern comfort, creating kitchens that feel welcoming, fluid, and beautifully timeless.
Explore why this look is returning — and see how curved forms can transform your next renovation when you
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2026 Kitchen Color Trends That Add Value
At Raffter, we combine creative strategy with smart automation tools like Clay AI to help design-build firms, architects, and contractors find more of the right opportunities. By using Clay’s AI-driven enrichment and outreach workflows, we identify high-intent prospects, personalize every touchpoint, and turn marketing data into measurable growth—proving that even in the built environment, the future of business development is intelligent and intentional.
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