For decades, Orinda has been one of the East Bay’s most sought-after communities. Known for its top-rated schools, beautiful hillside homes, large lots, and convenient access to San Francisco and Walnut Creek, many families move to Orinda with the intention of staying for the long term. Today, we’re seeing a growing trend among homeowners: instead […]
Our Distinct Approach to Victorian, Ranch, and Mid Century Bay Area Homes Older homes throughout the Bay Area offer architectural character and craftsmanship that is difficult to replicate in newer construction. At the same time, these homes often present unique challenges when it comes to cabinetry. Standard cabinet sizes and layouts are rarely designed to […]
A kitchen island adds functionality to a kitchen while also contributing to the aesthetic of the space. If you’re planning to move in the near future or are renovating your current kitchen, pay attention to layout options with an island. Kitchen islands are an asset to virtually any kitchen space, boasting the following benefits for […]
When you are dreaming up a bathroom remodeling project, there are many things to consider. From floors and fixtures to tiles & cabinets. However, one of the most important centerpieces of a bathroom renovation is the bath vanity. Next to the kitchen, your bathrooms will be the most frequently-used spaces in your house. Because the […]
Updated September 2025 Remodeling your kitchen is an exciting time. You’re able to select everything from kitchen cabinets to counter tops to….well…the “kitchen sink”. Pun intended. However with so many kitchen cabinet styles and manufacturers, it may be difficult to choose which makes the most sense for you. Distinctive Cabinetry features six of the best kitchen cabinet […]
First of all, many people think they don’t need or can’t afford a professional kitchen designer on their project. While that may be one way of seeing the situation. We would suggest you look at this from another perspective and say you can’t afford NOT to have a kitchen designer on your next kitchen or bath project. Therefore, as one […]
Editor’s Note (Updated 2025): This blog post originally explored popular East Bay kitchen trends in 2015. While many design principles remain timeless, new innovations continue to shape how homeowners remodel their kitchens. For the latest trends, check out our 2025 Bay Area Kitchen Remodel Trends.Visiting a local showroom like Distinctive Cabinetry in Walnut Creek provides […]
As a kitchen and bath professional in the industry for 30+ years we have designed, built and remodeled thousands of kitchens throughout the bay area. On the flip side of our business, Distinctive Cabinetry also supplies high-quality kitchen and bath cabinets to builders, contractors & architects in the east bay. Such is my inspiration on […]