Four years ago, interior design gurus Amy Kent and Ryan Martin of Croma Design identified a particular market: IKEA customers craving high-end kitchen customization and material upgrades. And voila: Croma Express and personalized consultations for residential kitchen systems of all scales. Using, for example, a standard melamine cabinet as a base, Croma Express adds character with custom backsplashes and countertops, slick cabinet knobs and pulls, as well as medium- to high-end fixtures. Favoured upgrades include Caesarstone countertops from Ciot, undermounted sinks from Ginger’s and GE appliances.