I have worked on kitchen remodeling projects where the planning/decision making process has gone on for years. Seriously...years. And while I cannot make up your mind for you, I can help you prioritize and help make the kitchen remodeling process feel a little bit easier. Here are the first things to consider:

It’s Halloween. That time of year when drop way too much money on costumes, candy, decorations and more and then wonder what happened as we emerge from a self-induced sugar coma. And a Friday night Halloween? You may as well just pack it in for the weekend right now.

According to a recent homeowners study conducted by the Research Institute for Cooking and Kitchen Intelligence (RICKI), more and more consumers are intrigued by the idea of adding current “kitchen” technology to their own kitchen space. What are those top kitchen design trends in technology? Here are your top 5:

Great kitchen design ideas are everywhere and one of the most timeless ideas utilized to create focal points in a kitchen design is glass.  Yes, there are many other great kitchen design ideas that can add a unique touch or focal point to your kitchen space. 

You look at a bathroom and naturally think a bathroom remodeling project would be a lot easier than a kitchen remodeling project…and who could blame you? Less space, less stuff, less decisions, right? Nothing could be further from the truth!

Storing spices in the kitchen can be a challenge and leave you “cayenne” over the best place for them. You want them near you while you cook and you want to be able to pick out the one you want easily. What to do? What to do?

Never underestimate the importance of lighting for your kitchen. Whether you’re cooking, eating, cleaning, or organizing, you will need plenty of light in the right places. Otherwise, you risk misplacing key items or leaving crumbs and liquids lying on the counter, where they can attract bugs and germs. It’s not hard to see why lighting matter...

A kitchen remodel may be an exciting prospect, or it may feel littered with landmines. How are you supposed to get what you want without compromising your ability to sell your home later? Is it true that all remodels are basically wasted money, funds you’ll never recoup on the sale of your home? Should you just give up right now, crawl under a rock...

There was a time in the not-so-distant past when the phrase “more is better” actually made sense to people. We understand now, of course, that more of anything can become a problem. Most of us live busy, complex lives and simply adding more to the mix makes our lives feel cluttered.

Deciding to do a bathroom remodeling project, let alone any remodeling project, is always a big decision.  Part of that decision involves deciding how big the scope of the project will be. Keeping certain items in a space can save on money and decisions, but can present limits and other challenges when working in the space.  This was...

Redoing a bathroom requires making a thousand decisions, but none is arguably so impactful on the overall effect as tile. It is the foundation on which you walk and the covering that protects your shower. Frequently it also forms part of the wall or a backsplash around the sink. Your tile choices, in other words, have considerable bearing on your w...

As you prepare to design or remodel your bathroom, don’t overlook the importance of saving space. Maximizing your use of the available area isn’t just about convenience; it’s also about safety, as the more room you have to move around and reach things, the less likely you are to strain yourself or fall. Thus by designing in a way that wastes as lit...

What’s the most dangerous part of your home? If you guessed “the kitchen,” you’re not far off: this one room is responsible for nearly half a million knife injuries a year, to say nothing of falls, burns, strains, and other potentially serious injuries. If you want to protect yourself and your loved ones from these mishaps, you have to design a kit...

If you were to ask anyone if they wanted their bathroom to be more luxurious, we’re pretty certain the answer would be yes. But we want a luxurious bathroom, for less. Budget bathrooms actually can look luxurious. You just need to map out your strategy first. A light remodel with the right moves can both save your dollars and make your bathro...

When it comes to remodeling your bathroom, you could be looking for help from quite a few people. You’ve got your designer, your electricians, your plumbers, and possibly more. If you’re thinking about remodeling your bathroom, you’re considering the thought of a brand new, beautiful room. And that’s exciting! But you also w...

When you’re planning your kitchen renovation, you might feel like there are just too many hoops to navigate through. There are so many things to think about, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. It’s actually a good starting point to know what not to do in your kitchen renovation. That way, you’ll know exactly what to do when ...

A bathroom renovation is exciting. You're ready to jump right in. Enthusiasm is great, but before you get started, there’s a lot of planning that needs to happen first. If you want your project to turn out just the way you’ve always wanted, then you can follow a few simple steps to make sure you’re getting the best possible renova...

You’ve got tile in your kitchen. You’ve got tile in your bathroom. Are you using it to your biggest advantage? There are a lot of different options for tile out there. You should know some basic rules of thumb if you’re looking to update the tile you already have, or even looking to add tile to your room for the first time. Here&r...

What’s the area in your house that gets the most use? Maybe your living room? Maybe your kitchen? That might be, but you use your bathroom every single day, without fail. Your bathroom might be your most used room, but it’s also probably your most neglected room when it comes to design. In case your bathroom needs some design inspo, loo...

When you’re planning your kitchen design, we know you’ve got a lot on your mind. There’s the style, the time frame, the products to select, the design and all the nitty-gritty details. When you have so much to think about, you’ll take all the help you can get.  

  Everyone needs some inspiration every now and then. And when you’re planning a kitchen remodel, you need inspiration in a double dose. What are other people doing that you should be doing? Now’s the time to check it out.  

Do you have a place in your home to go where you can relax? Get away from the stress of the mess? Or just veg out after a long day? If you don’t, there’s a room waiting for you. The bathroom is a perfect place to design as your own personal getaway. Soak in your tub or take a long hot shower in a place that’s perfectly designed.

You walk into your kitchen, thinking about how you’re going to prepare yourself a meal fit for a king. But then you actually get inside your kitchen. You look around and realize that your kitchen couldn’t make a meal fit for a king, because it’s too tiny. Your kitchen might be small, but you can still make it feel like home. And y...

“They don’t make ‘em like they used to,” is something you’ve heard, or probably said yourself if you’ve ever had something break. And in today’s fast moving environment, it’s more true than it has ever been...there is really nothing like the good ol’ days, when things were built to last. Perhaps...

Maybe you get your energy bill each month and are left scratching your head about why it’s so high. Or maybe you know exactly what in your home is sapping all that power. Either way, it’s about time to take the steps to save power, and save yourself from that steep energy bill.

Anyone with their finger on the pulse of what’s hot in kitchen and bathroom design right now knows what a waterfall countertop is. If you’ve been looking for the best way to update your kitchen, you’ve found your answer. And if you don’t know what a waterfall countertop is yet, get ready to start wanting one for yourself whe...

Your kitchen should be a place where you go to have fun. After all, eating food is one of the most universally enjoyed things in the entire world. When you’re going into your kitchen, you’re either making a meal for yourself, making a meal for a loved one, cooking for a party - you’re sharing something you love with other people.

When you choose to renovate your kitchen, it’s probably because the space is not making you happy. And if you think about it, that's exactly what a kitchen needs to do. Food makes you happy, and cooking it should, too. A space for family and friends to comfortably gather brings even more joy to the space.  Let’s face it...if your k...

The average person showers for about nine minutes a day, eight times a week. Each year that adds up to 3,744 minutes in the shower or, over two and a half entire days...just in the shower.

When you sell your home, the expected ROI on a bathroom remodel is a whopping 70 percent. On top of that, remodeling your bathroom just makes you feel good! The average person spends almost 2 hours going to the bathroom per week, and that does even account for bath or shower time. That adds another 90 minutes.

Think about it. You are cooking, hosting, and moving dishes and plates around.  You are touching everything… countertops, fridge handles, faucets, and more. With the non-stop activity your kitchen endures, when was the last time that you really cleaned your kitchen well? We are not just talking washing dishes and wiping off the countert...

When you are remodeling your kitchen or your bathroom, you really just want to know what you should expect. There are so many ideas, decisions and moving parts. You are getting information from so many different places. We are confident you have been hearing stories from every person you know that has remodeled anything.   Deciphering remodeli...

You’ve got your toilet, you’ve got your shower, and you’ve got your sink. Technically, that means that you’ve got yourself a bathroom. But, especially with a master bathroom, there are so many more options that you can choose to really make it your own. At Reico Kitchen & Bath , we know bathrooms. And we really know what...

Your kitchen.  It is where you cook.  It is where you gather.  It is where you store your food.  It is the place you go to start your day early in the morning to cook your breakfast and where you end that same day up late at night for a snack. So when you decide you are doing a kitchen remodel,  all of these every day activ...

There are a few expectations that are absolutely essential and must be exceeded (or met at the VERY least) for your kitchen remodel to be a success. You know you want to love your new space. You know you want it to be a place for people to gather. And you know you are going to want to enjoy cooking in it.   For all those points to come togethe...

At Reico Kitchen & Bath, we like to think we have 20/20 vision. Like every year, we are staying in tune with all the latest trends that are going to make your own remodel the perfect remodel for you, and a remodel that’s going to last you for years to come.   Smart technology has been one of the most quickly rising trends in home ren...

Glance at any headline today and it is likely that it will tell you all about how many germs are living on every surface around the world.  And if you have not already, chances are that you are probably soon going to be all about cleaning and hygiene very, very soon.   So, put the extra time that you are spending at home these days doing ...

What everyone needs... Kitchen Cabinet Accessories to organize, store and more! Truly customize your kitchen with finding the kitchen cabinet accessories that will make your new kitchen the most functional, efficient and fun to use space it can be. With the help of Kitchen & Bath Industry Expert Sarah Reep and some of our cabinet manufacturers,...

5 Bathroom Design Ideas to make your space feel bigger For most of us, we are constantly looking for ways to make our bathroom feel bigger. For some of us, it is a space issue…where we dream of having just a little bit (or a lot) more. For others, it is an organization issue. A bathroom that feels big enough quickly becomes cluttered, busy a...

Shaker Style Kitchen and Bathrooms Kitchens and bathrooms in the Shaker style offer a simple, classic look that works between traditional and contemporary, much like the transitional design style. The shaker style features flat panel doors in with wide cabinet rails and stiles in maple, birch, oak and more. This distinctive look offers clean, crisp...

Coastal Kitchens and Bathrooms When we think of a Coastal design style for kitchens and bathrooms, what comes to mind first? Is it the warm sunshine brightening up the space? Is the airy, open feeling we get from being on or near the water. Is it the blue-green seaside inspired palette of colors that can show up anywhere…on walls, fabrics, f...

Traditional Kitchens and Bathrooms Traditional kitchen and bathroom designs and cabinets rarely if ever go out of style. Its' classic style and symmetry creates a calm, orderly décor for any kitchen or bathroom. Traditional kitchens and bathrooms have the formal, elegant look characteristic of the American and European homes of the 18th, 19t...

French Country Kitchens (and sometimes Bathrooms) With earth tones and natural materials portraying the beauty and character of France, the French Country design style perfectly blends comfortable living with authentic cooking in the kitchen. Cozy and rustic, French Country kitchens have a near timeless appeal. You'll find wide-planked floors, anti...

Transitional Kitchens and Bathrooms Transitional design looks to fuse both contemporary and traditional design styles for kitchens and bathrooms, combining the clean, sleek lines of contemporary with the style and history of traditional design. Not too much of either, transitional kitchens and bathrooms are for those who want their style somewhere ...

6 Kitchen Storage Ideas to maximize your own kitchen space Whether you have a small kitchen, are losing a wall to open up more space or just seem to have a lot of “stuff”, having the proper kitchen storage is a concern in every kitchen. Here are 6 ideas to consider that can help maximize your kitchen storage space: Cabinet Accessories f...

Kitchen Design Ideas to help you create your own Kitchen focal point Every kitchen has a focal point. That one area that always captures peoples’ attention the moment they walk in. Or brings a smile to your own face because it looks better in your kitchen than you ever imagined it could. Most are intended. Some are not.Whether it is a broader...

Let's find your design style There are a number of options to consider when finding the right design style for your new kitchen or bathroom. From Traditional and Modern to Eclectic and French Country, settling on a design style is an important early step in the remodeling process. What’s popular? Transitional design, that allows you to blend ...

Finding the right design ideas or your own design style When planning your new kitchen or bathroom, finding the right design ideas or your own design style is a hard but important early step in the remodeling process.  Trends are helpful but should not be your only resource for getting ideas.  Whether you need small kitchen design ideas o...

Start a Journey.   Find your career at Reico Kitchen & Bath.  Ready to see open positions?  Apply online now ! Whether you are new to the industry or an experienced designer ready to find a new challenge, Reico Kitchen & Bath provides you with opportunities to start on a journey that allows you to grow individually and a...

The budgeting question everyone wants to know... How much is this going to cost?  Regardless of how excited we are, many of our thoughts about remodeling come back to the same question every time.  How much? How much does a kitchen remodel cost? How much does a bathroom remodel cost?  Generally speaking, determining remodeling costs ...

The Reico Difference The most important thing we can do for our clients is be up front and honest about what is going on in the industry and how it has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The entire cabinet industry, as well as other kitchen and bath industry products, is experiencing supply chain disruptions that are impacting lead times. As a...

Reico Kitchen & Bath Helps Provide Homes for Wounded Soldiers From the outside, tow homes at Fort Belvoir army base in Virginia appear as any other. Go inside however, and you’ll discover they are far from typical. The concept homes, part of the Wounded Warrior Home Project, were deliberately designed to make life more comfortable and fun...

Our History...since 1952 Incorporated in 1952, Robinson Export-Import Corporation (Reico) was organized to distribute plywood and hardboard made in Finland to the Baltimore-Washington area. These products were sold primarily to manufacturers of kitchen cabinets, furniture and store fixtures. The core business changed in 1976 when Reico became a who...

Since 1952, Reico has been serving customers the only way we know how Since 1952, Reico Kitchen & Bath has been serving customers in a manner that has made us the industry leader. Besides being kitchen and bathroom design professionals and experts in installation, Reico Kitchen & Bath is known for providing the highest quality of customer s...

The journey to become a designer takes many paths, and Nancy Knickerbocker’s path is a story all her own.  That path started in Alabama, where she graduated from the University of Montevallo in Montevallo, Alabama with a B.A. degree in Communications.  During that time, Nancy had many hours of study in the areas of art and design, an early indicati...

With over 30 years of experience in the design, building and sales of custom modular homes, Linda Nielsen continues to do what she loves and love what she does. As part of the Millsboro, DE Reico Kitchen & Bath team, her energy and passion is dedicated to understanding her clients' needs and budget to create the best combinations of products and de...

Darcie joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2012 after graduating from Virginia Tech with a Bachelor’s Degree in Apparel, Housing and Resource Management with a focus on Kitchen & Bath Design.  She started as a Project Coordinator at our Springfield, VA location, where she managed many projects from start to finish ensuring everything ran as smooth as po...

Since a very young age, Brad has had a passion for architecture and design. He enjoys working with people to develop their vision and seeing that vision come to life. After receiving a degree in Drafting & Design from ITT Technical Institute in 2015, Brad Smith joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2017.  Starting as Project Coordinator, he learned all th...

Blair Jones began his career at Reico in 1985 as an inside sales person when Reico was a distributor of cabinetry. In the 30 years since he has seen the cabinet industry change tremendously for the better and has grown along with it doing everything from sales, operations manager, procurement manager, branch manager, appliance trainer and everythin...

A native of Fairfax County, Tim Thompson has been a member of the Reico Kitchen & Bath family since 1990.  During his tenure at Reico he has spent considerable time in Sales, Training and Leadership roles gaining valuable experience from these positions and the entire kitchen and bath industry. In his current role as Key Business Manager, Tim's pri...

Jen Gallagher has been working in the field of kitchen and bath design since 2004. She received her B.S. in Human Ecology with a concentration in Interior Design from Liberty University and stays active with continuing education opportunities to stay current on the latest trends and information in kitchens and baths. She has a passion for improving...

With cabinet industry experience dating back to 1987, as well as years of experience with custom architectural millwork, specialized hardware and project management, Rich Caswell is able to draw on all his expertise and skills as a Key Business Manager at Reico Kitchen & Bath. As a certified engineering draftsman and project manager, Rich has worke...

Susan joined the Reico team in 2013 with a B.S. in Interior Design from Ohio University and 8 years of experience in helping clients design their ideal kitchen. Each project brings a unique set of challenges, and these challenges are what fuel her desire to master the space. Budget, time and space are often the most constrictive and Susan enjoys wo...

Christine Wade has been working in the kitchen and bath industry since 1999, designing kitchens and baths for builders, contractors and retail clients. Working with both trade and retail clients allows her to best understand remodeling projects from all sides. She joined Reico in 2001 and has continued to work with this varied customer base to brin...

With industry experience dating back to 2013, Elizabeth Shumate joined Reico Kitchen & Bath to continue her passion for the construction industry. This interested was cultivated at an early age, where playing with a hammer and tape measure was much preferred over toys. Her passion continued to grow into middle school and high school, doing work cam...

With over 30 years of creative experience in graphic design and advertising, Susan Steinke joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2021 as a Project Coordinator before moving into her current role as Designer.  While the industry she worked in changed, the opportunity to use her creativity and skills did not.   Susan’s time as Project Coordinator helped dev...

While no longer actively meeting with her own clients, Debbie draws on all of her experience in both Interior Design and Kitchen and Bath design to teach and lead Reico’s North Carolina teams.   Debbie uses her experience in construction, space planning, product specification and design as well as her extensive work with retail clients, custom and ...

With a passion for building and construction discovered in 1999, David Betsy developed a career in the industry that led him to joining Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2021.  With this experience and a B.S. Degree in Economics, David brought his analytical mind to his initial role as Project Coordinator.  Developing skills in design, quoting and project ma...

Starting with Reico Kitchen & Bath as an intern, Megan Alderson joined Reico Kitchen & Bath full-time in 2020 after graduating with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in the NKBA accredited Residential Environments and Design program at Virginia Tech.  Hired as a Project Coordinator, Megan developed her knowledge of products and skills in design and pr...

With a background in sales and carpentry work, Eric Kneller joined the Reico Kitchen & Bath Frederick, MD team in 2021 as Key Business Manager.   With a degree in Technical Theatre from McDaniel College, Eric has a passion for putting together the right scene be it the stage or the kitchen or bathroom.  He enjoys the interactions with his clients a...

Since joining Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2007, Stephanie Taylor has taken her experience as a Project Coordinator and applied it to her design skills as a Key Business Manager. Her depth of experience, combined with a degree in Fashion Design from the University of Maryland and several years working in graphic design allows her to understand her clien...

With a degree in Interior Design, Cindy Juillet embarked on a very eclectic career.  This journey helped her to learn and develop expertise in many areas, from home staging to designing elaborate lobbies and suites for an investment property company to travelling across the country setting up showrooms for trade shows for an international business....

Jeff Rizzi joined Reico Kitchen & bath as a Key Business Manager in 2007, moving his way up to Branch Manager and into his current role as a Regional Manager.  In addition to this role, he is an active member of National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) and participates in a wide variety of industry training both as a student and instr...

With an industry career dating back to 2014, Sarah Myers joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2022 at a Key Business Manager.  Her first experience was installing kitchens, and her love for remodeling grew from there.  Sarah learned each step hands on from beginning to end, allowing her natural skills to seamlessly blend with experience acquired over the...

With a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and industry experience dating back to 2021, Cameron Cooper joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2022.   Starting as a Project Coordinator role, Cameron was able to learn every aspect of the design and project management process.  This experience helped develop skills in ...

Over the decades Lisa Bucheimer came to know and love the employees at Reico so much, she asked to join the Reico team. In March 2022, Lisa joined Reico as a Showroom Coordinator.  She moved into a Project Coordinator role and within two years became a Design and Key Business Manager. Lisa has a passion for working side by side with clients, listen...

Christopher Skowron joined Reico Kitchen & Bath as a Key Business Manager in 2022, realizing an opportunity to use his creative side once again to help clients realize their visions in design and remodeling.   Drawing off his skills in leadership, design and service honed from years of experience in the retail furniture industry, Christopher has a ...

With a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts in Interior Design from Virginia Commonwealth University and an entire career of experience in field of design, Preston Stanley joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2023 as a Designer for our Williamsburg, VA team. For Preston, her approach to each project depends on the type of client.  Whether it is retail, a builder or c...

Kristin Daskalovitz began her career in Interior Design in 2004, with a specialty for kitchen and bathroom design. After initially joining Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2005 at our Elkridge, MD location, she left to pursue additional career development before returning to Reico in 2023 as part of our new Winchester, VA team. Kristin is passionate about i...

With a background in construction and remodeling dating back to 2017, Bryan Stafford joined Reico Kitchen & Bath in 2023 as a Key Business Manager.  His experience with installation and project management led him to getting a general contractors license, furthering his own industry knowledge and expertise. For Bryan, his goal to build great partner...

Do you ever feel like your kitchen island design is missing something? That it could be so much more than just your common kitchen island with a countertop and cabinets? It is not unusual that you feel this way. Many of us have a similar problem. The good news though?  There are near endless possibilities when it comes to transforming your kit...

Right now, the one thing on everyone’s mind is how to keep germ-free. However, in the bathroom we are always thinking about how to stay germ-free. We all know that the bathroom is a place where germs like to hang out.  That warm, moisture-filled room can be too hard for germs to resist, especially while we are spending more time inside o...

Let’s explore some ideas! What comes to your mind when you hear in-stock cabinets ? For many people, the first instinct to associate these cabinets with the kitchen comes naturally. After all, they have more than served the kitchen cabinetry role for decades. However, relating them with other rooms might not be the first thought to cross your...