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mulaIssue 005| Motivate, Uplift, Love and Agree Summer 2023T H E L A T E S T I N K I T C H E NR E N N O V A T I O N SA great way to upgrade your home H A R P S & S H # TDesign Theme: You give me butterflies Check out our other regular featuresCheck out our other regular featureslike "Pulling it All Together" andlike "Pulling it All Together" and"Made Us Love Absolutely.""Made Us Love Absolutely."

Summer 2023CreditsCover photo, lifestyle photos, &Fashion PhotographyIG: LeezaBLocation: Miami, FlCover art: LaKisa B. TaylorPhoto Shoot Stylist:Team MulaHair: SensationalMake-Up: Make up: Team Mula All projects featured, furniture,exterior & interior work, décor, design,concepts, project management andworks featured belong to MULAdesign team, LaKisa B Taylor, AmuAllson, or all parties mentioned@copyright2023 For inquiries, please emailmulastylebook@gmail.com 3 Harps and Sh#t4 Mood5 Look6 The latest in Kitchens8 Guest Reflections9 Recipe of the Month10 Style File11 Wardrobe Checklist12 Real Estatewww.mula4life.commulaEditor-in-Chief  LaKisa Taylor - AllstonTable of Contents2More to come...

There is a time in your relationship, usually in the beginningwhere anything and everything goes because your head overheels in love. The butterflies have set in. There's a constant hazein your eyes that blinds you to anything remotely negative aboutthe person in front of you. We were in this phase mostly as friends. It was the oddest thingbecause we were actually falling in love but we weren't supposedto be. We were just supposed to be friends. We'd talk for hours,laugh and be silly. We'd go out with friends and just find fun andhave fun. I gave her flowers, because I felt she deserved them. I still give herflowers today, because she derserves them and occassionally, shebrings me flowers in return. Harps and Sh#tOh So Romantic

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Featured photo: Our own kitchen remodel - townhome, MarylandOpen concept - yes, this is still on trend. With people continuingAppliances - stainless steel appliances top most people’s lists, Simple cabinets - Overly ornate looks are out, and designs with Let’s talk kitchens!Thanks to the popularity of home makeover shows, home improvement projectsmight be on your mind. One of the best home improvements for a great return onyour investment? Kitchen upgrades.Any realtor will tell you that investing in your kitchen adds instant value to yourhome and sets you up to attract buyers, as well as a higher listing price whenyou’re ready to sell. If you’re considering a kitchen remodel right now, thenknowing what the latest trends in kitchen design are will help you decide what toinvest in to get the most bang for your buck. So what’s popular? to spend more time at home - especially working from home - having a space to multitask in is a priority. but black finishes are also gaining popularity, and there are more options than ever in the marketplace. flat panels or more of a simplistic shaker style are the most sought after right now. www.mula4life.comThe Latest in Kitchens

Cabinet colors - shades of white and gray are prevalent in many new kitchens, but funcolors are creeping into more and more modern kitchen designs. The color could be anaccent on an island base or even in a butler’s pantry area.Countertops - this is where you can splurge a little and have fun. Buyers these days arelooking for high-quality materials when it comes to counters, not just your run-of-the-mill builder’s grade. Think beautiful quartz or even a unique concrete design. Islands - a key element to any kitchen layout, islands serve as a natural gathering andpreparation space. If anything has changed, it’s the size. Look for larger islands being partof newer kitchen designs, as well as multiple islands.Backsplashes - with simpler cabinet designs being en vogue, this leaves room for funwith the smaller details like your backsplash. Think unique tile treatments or even sleekmetal panels.Flooring - gone are the days of simple 4x4 tile or ceramic, and larger tiles marble orporcelain are in. Also in flooring are high-performance wood floors that flow intoadjoining living spaces. Continuing to gain popularity are vinyl flooring options that looklike wood. Lighting - adding in statement fixtures rather than purely functional task lighting canreally make a kitchen design pop. Plus, there are a wide variety of options out therewithout having to go through a decorator or designer.Seating - with kitchens playing multiple roles these days (homework station, homeoffice, dining, and cooking too), different seating options are a must. This might becounter seating, larger free-standing dining tables & chairs, or built-in banquettes.Organization - kitchen designs are only getting smarter. Spice racks, clever storage, built-in spots for small appliances. Overall, just better use of space. Technology - from smart appliances with built-in screens to controlling the timer on yourcoffee maker or light switches from your phone, technology will only continue to bemore a part of your home’s design, and the kitchen is no exception. At the end of the day, design is personal, and the choices are yours to make. Just think aboutyour priorities and end goals when making design decisions. And never be afraid to ask forhelp. A realtor or interior designer is your best resource when in doubt.www.mula4life.com

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FROM AMAZONKitchMix Retro ToasterDog ButlerKitchen Aid Mixer Pulling it OffWe had the most difficult time finding shelves the same length as our new counter space. Sowe ordered a wood block counter from HomeDepot and Amu made it happen. Look howthey turned out. We agreed our tile selections fromFloor and Decor. We painted the existing cabinets andadded storage with a new wall ofcabinets.We opened up the kitchen for thekitchen, dining, and living space hasan open floor plan appeal. We created a slat wall to elevate ourtotal design and feel of the space. DESIGN TO REALITYFollow us onInstagram or onour website as weshare our projectsin real time.Floating ShelvesOur Kitchen Renovation Harps & Sh#tSHOPPING TILE AT FLOOR & DECORAmu had to fabricate our shelvesBACKSPLASH 1BIANCO ORION PICKETTMARBLE MOSAICFabware 15 piece knife set with BlockMula PicksBACKSPLASH 2ASTRID GRIGIO CERAMICWALL TILEFLOOR TILEANDOVRE WHITE MATTE PORCELAIN

Once we posted our 5-year anniversary trip on social media to the Salamander, so many people asked howmy stay was there. I truly, didn't believe the hype but I wrong very wrong about the Salamander experienceand it was truly amazing. Immediately upon entering the lobby, you are hypnotized by not only the decor and ambiance, but there is anaroma that suddenly makes you feels like you stepped on a cloud and floating to heavenly experience. It wastruly a beautiful experience and Amu did a wonderful job planning the entire weekend.We ate breakfast Harrimans and the menu selections were delicious. The simplicity of the presentation ofthe food felt well and luxurious at the same time. We also had a couples massage and enjoyed the hot tuband heating pool in January. Instead of the second candlelight dinner that Amu planned, we opted for wings,pizza, and a game of pool. We were honestly just worn out from the spa. Overall, I highly recommend that you experience it at least once. It is high priced, but worth it, if you canhandle it. Also, the Middleburg, VA area is so relaxing and great way to escape the hustle and bustle of metroarea. So, take a day or overnight trip and enjoy. - LaKisa and AmuMADE US LOVE ABSOLUTELYThe Salamander, Middleberg, VA11

I HAD THE PLEASURE OF SELLING ALL OF THESEHOMES. IN 2022-2023. YOU COULD BE NEXT. CALL FOR A FREE CONSULTATION TO DAY! S O L D - I N LE SS T H AN 3 0 DAY S(240) 304-2417lakisataylor@gmail.comwww.taylornetrealestate.comBroker: Taylor Properties175 Admiral Cochrane LaneSuite 111Annapolis, MD 21401800-590-0925