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only time they can allow for privacy and relax-
ation. That has triggered a demand for power
showers with a variety of functional and luxury
options — accessories include everything from
multiple shower heads to therapeutic massag-
ing jets of water and steam options.
In this age of the environment, ifs important
also to consider water-saving and low-water con-
sumption products for the bath, especially if you
live in an area where there are water-usage re-
strictions.
CHOICE KITCHENS
Sleek, sterile kitchens have shed their anti-
septic image to become warmer, more wel-
coming places, with a style that combines charm
and convenience. The best kitchens offer an in-
vitation to sit down and relax, plan the day or help
kids with homework.
As such, they need to incorporate non-food
related areas — such as bay-window daybeds,
built-in desks, perhaps a couple of wing chairs
in front of a fireplace as well as efficient work
areas.
Built-in storage is a big plus for the best
It's not surprising that people develop such a lasting fondness for Viking
Ranges. After all, Viking Ranges have some very enduring characteristics.
Like heavy-gauge steel construction. Large commercial grates. High
output stainless steel burners. Things you just don't find in lesser ranges.
Including a closed-door infrared broiler. A thermostatically controlled
griddle/simmer plate. All the things that make Viking free-standing and built-
in cooking equipment the kind of thing you always want to pass down.
But never want to pass by.
Call 1-800-482-1948 for color literature
and the Viking dealers near you.
Ohio residents please call 1-800-362-2807.
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Kitchen and bath
remodeling are two
increasingly common
home improvement
projects.
kitchens, everything from wine racks and shelves
to display collections to desks and entertainment
areas that house TV and stereo equipment.
With the trend toward several family chefs
joining together to prepare meals, an increasing
number of kitchens also have two food-prep ar-
eas with separate sinks and drainage — islands
are becoming a mainstay for most folks.
The kitchens of people who love to entertain
at large parties often contain two of every appli-
ance as well, including microwaves, warming
drawers, dishwashers and refrigerators.
On weekdays, when the kitchen is not busy,
the scaled-down space is used. On weekends,
when cooking for a crowd, the entire kitchen is
put into service.
On a more practical note, today's choice
kitchens often also include laundry centers and
easy-to-clean smooth-surface cooktops with built-
in grills.