by Ed Kaplan | Mar 23, 2020 | Uncategorized
It wasn’t too long ago that separate showers were a convenience but not a necessity in the home. Occasionally, a second bathroom was equipped with only a shower, but that was usually considered a nod to limited space or budget and deemed to be a less than ideal...
by Ed Kaplan | Mar 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
A five-foot Galley Sink centered in an Alaska White Granite Countertop is serviced by two Delta faucets providing the heartbeat of this unique prep and serving center. Custom full overlay cabinets by Broken Arrow Woodworks provide a wealth of storage. Background Our...
by Ed Kaplan | Mar 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
His and her vanities surround a Kohler cast iron whirlpool in this master bathroom. The Euro style frameless cabinets are finished with ten coats of Dupont Automotive Lacquer. Jaclo Faucets and a Kohler cast iron whirlpool are mounted on a cantilevered platform that...
by Ed Kaplan | Mar 2, 2020 | Uncategorized
Background The Buckingham Group had recently completed both a master bathroom and guest bathroom remodel for our client. We were in the design stages of a kitchen remodel, which was to be the second phase of a planned multiphase total home renovation. The new year...
by Ed Kaplan | Feb 25, 2020 | Uncategorized
A homeowner can “age in place” in this user-friendly kitchen. The perimeter of the large center island is surrounded by 42” – 48” wide aisles providing ease of access for current and future needs in the event that wheel-chair access is required. At...
by Ed Kaplan | Feb 22, 2020 | Uncategorized
Background As empty nesters, our clients were confronting the traditional dilemma of most home owners, that being to move or improve. Two of their three children were married and the third was in college. It was time to either find, or create a household that would...
by Ed Kaplan | Feb 13, 2020 | Uncategorized
The kitchen is the heart of every home within which the aromas of good food mingle with the laughter of family and friends. From preparing family meals to entertaining, the functionality and design of your kitchen is one of your home’s most important features. Moments...
by Ed Kaplan | Jan 31, 2020 | Uncategorized
Custom cedar shutters by Timberlane Wood Crafters surround the Windsor divided light replacement windows on this whole home remodel. Fixed Rogue Valley true divided light French doors finish out two walls of the sun room. Craneboard foam backed vinyl siding provides...
by Ed Kaplan | Jan 29, 2020 | Uncategorized
A custom Vent-A-Hood exhaust system and Thermador French Door refrigerator serve as the backdrop to this design build kitchen remodel. The eating bar with location for six bar stools adds flexibility to the eating space. The Owner and their married daughter’s family...
by Ed Kaplan | Jan 26, 2020 | Uncategorized
Our relationship with this client started in 1986 when, with a design build project, we converted a three-bedroom “bachelors pad” into a five-bedroom home to accommodate a newly blended family of five children. Years passed, children moved out, the original home was...
by Ed Kaplan | Jan 16, 2020 | Uncategorized
There is little doubt that celebrating in the company of family and good friends is what makes the holidays special. But if your home in Tulsa felt a little cramped this season, you may have looked upon the festivities as a kind of mixed blessing. Whether your home is...
by Ed Kaplan | Jan 5, 2020 | Uncategorized
A hand cut limestone arch supports a standing seam copper roof creating a focal point for this exterior remodel. Our client, like most of us, had focused their attention for upgrading and home remodeling on its interior. Over a series of several years, their design...
by Ed Kaplan | Nov 15, 2019 | Uncategorized
Because many of our clients use their bathrooms for relaxation, a clean, uncluttered space is key to their enjoyment. You spend hours every week in your master bathroom. From a quick shower on the way to work to a relaxing evening bath to soak away your aches and...
by Ed Kaplan | Nov 15, 2019 | Uncategorized
The kitchen is often the heart of the home. It’s where the kids get their homework done, where you enjoy a glass of wine with a good friend, and where everyone gathers for meals. It should be a space that’s highly functional, but also beautiful and fitting to your...
by Ed Kaplan | Sep 20, 2019 | Uncategorized
The footprints of the master bathroom and kitchen were small and could not be enlarged without taking space from the adjoining rooms. The kitchen lacked purposeful storage space and a “workable flow.” The bathroom had everything it needed to be functional but was...
by Ed Kaplan | Sep 19, 2019 | Uncategorized
Our clients loved the home they had purchased from her parents. It was convenient to places of employment, had an expansive back yard and with three bedrooms and two baths, it was perfect for their growing family. So, what was the problem? The home was in need of an...
by Ed Kaplan | May 4, 2019 | Uncategorized
Find out why it pays to consider a firm that offers both services as a package When you choose to update or remodel your Tulsa Home, there are a broad range of options available. In the basic approach, you hand sketch your ideas on paper and find an individual or...
by Ed Kaplan | Feb 22, 2019 | Uncategorized
A “Four Seasons” Outdoor Kitchen in South Tulsa This outdoor kitchen was designed for year-round pleasure and the changing seasons. With a back drop of beautiful gardens, trees and a large Koi pond, the covered outdoor living space provides a seamless continuation of...
by Ed Kaplan | Nov 21, 2018 | Uncategorized
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by Ed Kaplan | Oct 13, 2018 | Uncategorized
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by Ed Kaplan | Sep 11, 2018 | Uncategorized
Introduction: Our clients came to The Buckingham Group with specific needs in mind. They both loved to cook. They both loved to entertain. Their kitchen was no longer working for them. They needed more functional prep space and improved traffic flow. They also needed...
by Ed Kaplan | Sep 7, 2018 | Uncategorized
Introduction: Our empty-nester clients wanted their kitchen remodel to create a hub for the two to hang out in while simultaneously providing an efficient, highly-organized work space for cooking. They also wanted to restore some of the architectural details that were...
by Ed Kaplan | Jun 19, 2018 | Uncategorized
“I want to be able to see everything.” “I am not going to live like this anymore.” Sound familiar? Most homeowners, regardless of the size of their house, want organized, accessible storage space in the master bedroom closet. If the diminishing space crisis has left...
by Ed Kaplan | Jun 15, 2018 | Uncategorized
Evolution of the Kitchen Island Historically the kitchen table was the center of all kitchen activities. Growing up on a farm we not only ate at the table, but as a family used it as the place to prepare canned goods for the cold New England winters. My father read...
by Ed Kaplan | Jun 2, 2018 | Uncategorized
Looking for inspiration for your Tulsa, OK, existing kitchen’s renovation? The Buckingham Group can build in the modern conveniences, dovetailed with the hottest designs, to bring you an amazing, fresh kitchen space to enjoy for years to come. Our design-build team...
by Ed Kaplan | May 12, 2018 | Uncategorized
Have you considered your Tulsa, OK, home’s curb appeal lately? Does it stand out from the rest as something special? Is it bright, attractive and inviting? Does it reflect a dedicated homeowner who puts a lot of sweat and work into its appearance? If not, or if your...
by Ed Kaplan | Apr 14, 2018 | Uncategorized
Homeowners in Tulsa, Oklahoma are unanimous. The months of April and May are their favorite times of year. Flowers bloom, the grass turns green and birds return, filling the air with the smells and sounds of spring. Coupled with beautiful weather, these factors often...
by Ed Kaplan | Mar 28, 2018 | Uncategorized
Looking for ways to update? Why not maximize the use of existing space with some fresh concepts? 1. Open the Space – Throw out the old boxy look and open up walls with a tear down or a window wall for an instant open concept floorplan. You’ll be surprised at how much...
by Ed Kaplan | Mar 15, 2018 | Uncategorized
The owners taste for the unusual is reflected in the exotic granite that was chosen for the shower walls and seat. Recognition of the aging process is shown with the addition of a safety grab bar and a skid free shower floor. This shower features dual access through...
by Ed Kaplan | Dec 29, 2017 | Uncategorized
This media room is directly accessible from the kitchen via the stairway and the family room that adjoins it to the left. Encompassing a large area, it has the space to contain fixed tiered seating for its use as a theater. Social gatherings can be held at the...
