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Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in Seattle
Duplex near Harvard Square, Cambridge Massachusetts
Duplex near Harvard Square, Cambridge Massachusetts
Don Foote ContractingDon Foote Contracting
Two large 72"x16" flat panel pull-outs for pantry items and cleaning storage. design: Marta Kruszelnicka photo: Todd Gieg
Mid-sized trendy medium tone wood floor kitchen photo in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash and stainless steel appliances
Philadelphia Blue & White Kitchen
Philadelphia Blue & White Kitchen
Kitchen MagicKitchen Magic
Residing in Philadelphia, it only seemed natural for a blue and white color scheme. The combination of Satin White and Colonial Blue creates instant drama in this refaced kitchen. Cambria countertop in Weybourne, include a waterfall side on the peninsula that elevate the design. An elegant backslash in a taupe ceramic adds a subtle backdrop. Photography: Christian Giannelli www.christiangiannelli.com/
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Mid-century Modern Urban infill
Mid-century Modern Urban infill
Berghuis Construction LLCBerghuis Construction LLC
photos by Kaity
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped light wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, quartz countertops, white appliances, an island, black cabinets, white backsplash, glass tile backsplash and flat-panel cabinets
839 N Hermitage
839 N Hermitage
Archisesto Inc.Archisesto Inc.
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in Chicago
SouthEnd RowHome Kitchen
SouthEnd RowHome Kitchen
ZeroEnergy DesignZeroEnergy Design
This renovated brick rowhome in Boston’s South End offers a modern aesthetic within a historic structure, creative use of space, exceptional thermal comfort, a reduced carbon footprint, and a passive stream of income. DESIGN PRIORITIES. The goals for the project were clear - design the primary unit to accommodate the family’s modern lifestyle, rework the layout to create a desirable rental unit, improve thermal comfort and introduce a modern aesthetic. We designed the street-level entry as a shared entrance for both the primary and rental unit. The family uses it as their everyday entrance - we planned for bike storage and an open mudroom with bench and shoe storage to facilitate the change from shoes to slippers or bare feet as they enter their home. On the main level, we expanded the kitchen into the dining room to create an eat-in space with generous counter space and storage, as well as a comfortable connection to the living space. The second floor serves as master suite for the couple - a bedroom with a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom, and an adjacent study, with refinished original pumpkin pine floors. The upper floor, aside from a guest bedroom, is the child's domain with interconnected spaces for sleeping, work and play. In the play space, which can be separated from the work space with new translucent sliding doors, we incorporated recreational features inspired by adventurous and competitive television shows, at their son’s request. MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL. We left the historic front facade of the building largely unchanged - the security bars were removed from the windows and the single pane windows were replaced with higher performing historic replicas. We designed the interior and rear facade with a vision of warm modernism, weaving in the notable period features. Each element was either restored or reinterpreted to blend with the modern aesthetic. The detailed ceiling in the living space, for example, has a new matte monochromatic finish, and the wood stairs are covered in a dark grey floor paint, whereas the mahogany doors were simply refinished. New wide plank wood flooring with a neutral finish, floor-to-ceiling casework, and bold splashes of color in wall paint and tile, and oversized high-performance windows (on the rear facade) round out the modern aesthetic. RENTAL INCOME. The existing rowhome was zoned for a 2-family dwelling but included an undesirable, single-floor studio apartment at the garden level with low ceiling heights and questionable emergency egress. In order to increase the quality and quantity of space in the rental unit, we reimagined it as a two-floor, 1 or 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a modern aesthetic, increased ceiling height on the lowest level and provided an in-unit washer/dryer. The apartment was listed with Jackie O'Connor Real Estate and rented immediately, providing the owners with a source of passive income. ENCLOSURE WITH BENEFITS. The homeowners sought a minimal carbon footprint, enabled by their urban location and lifestyle decisions, paired with the benefits of a high-performance home. The extent of the renovation allowed us to implement a deep energy retrofit (DER) to address air tightness, insulation, and high-performance windows. The historic front facade is insulated from the interior, while the rear facade is insulated on the exterior. Together with these building enclosure improvements, we designed an HVAC system comprised of continuous fresh air ventilation, and an efficient, all-electric heating and cooling system to decouple the house from natural gas. This strategy provides optimal thermal comfort and indoor air quality, improved acoustic isolation from street noise and neighbors, as well as a further reduced carbon footprint. We also took measures to prepare the roof for future solar panels, for when the South End neighborhood’s aging electrical infrastructure is upgraded to allow them. URBAN LIVING. The desirable neighborhood location allows the both the homeowners and tenant to walk, bike, and use public transportation to access the city, while each charging their respective plug-in electric cars behind the building to travel greater distances. OVERALL. The understated rowhouse is now ready for another century of urban living, offering the owners comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values. Photography: Eric Roth Photo
Laguna Beach - Temple Hills
Laguna Beach - Temple Hills
Corbin Reeves ConstructionCorbin Reeves Construction
Mid-sized trendy galley porcelain tile and beige floor open concept kitchen photo in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, beige backsplash, an island and white countertops
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Bob-O-Link | 2018
Bob-O-Link | 2018
Coats HomesCoats Homes
Example of a mid-sized trendy l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor enclosed kitchen design in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, paneled appliances, an island, white countertops and solid surface countertops
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
IDB ConstructionIDB Construction
Mid-sized trendy u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops
Windsong
Windsong
Epique HomesEpique Homes
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in Grand Rapids
Queen Anne Kitchen Addition
Queen Anne Kitchen Addition
Gaspar's ConstructionGaspar's Construction
Kitchen - contemporary kitchen idea in Seattle
Modern Contemporary
Modern Contemporary
BedBrock Developers, LLCBedBrock Developers, LLC
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in Phoenix
Rosslyn Cabin
Rosslyn Cabin
Studio MielStudio Miel
Photography: Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Small trendy l-shaped porcelain tile and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, an island, white appliances and brown countertops
SAN MIGUEL | Kitchen
SAN MIGUEL | Kitchen
Joel Contreras DesignJoel Contreras Design
Example of a trendy kitchen design in Phoenix
Grande Pointe Manor
Grande Pointe Manor
Sprague ConstructionSprague Construction
Greg Riegler
Example of a trendy kitchen design in Miami
Pinnacle Road
Pinnacle Road
Bernardo Pozas Residential DesignBernardo Pozas Residential Design
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped black floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Austin with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops
Venice Micro Apartment
Venice Micro Apartment
Vertebrae Art and ArchitectureVertebrae Art and Architecture
Art Gray
Open concept kitchen - small contemporary single-wall concrete floor and gray floor open concept kitchen idea in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, metallic backsplash, paneled appliances, solid surface countertops and gray countertops
Sunset Residence
Sunset Residence
Green HammerGreen Hammer
Example of a trendy kitchen design in Portland

Contemporary Kitchen Ideas

Pacific Palisades complete remodel from traditional to contemporary
Pacific Palisades complete remodel from traditional to contemporary
Modiano DesignModiano Design
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in Los Angeles
Del Mar- Total Home Renovation
Del Mar- Total Home Renovation
Wanderlust Home Interiors Inc.Wanderlust Home Interiors Inc.
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in San Diego
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