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Small cottage l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo in Birmingham with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and brown countertops

Richard Mandelkorn An awkward and disjointed addition to the original house was eliminated and opened up with some very strategic structural and space changes; The original kitchen and dining were chopped up by a large chimney and low, disjointed structural beams. The new expansive walnut butcherblock island and shaker-style kitchen is the focal point of the home, with sitelines throughout the house all the way from the entry to the living room addition. The pantry is tucked behind a concealed pocket door, creating unity in the kitchen space.

Grand architecturally detailed stone family home. Each interior uniquely customized. Architect: Mike Sharrett of Sharrett Design Interior Designer: Laura Ramsey Engler of Ramsey Engler, Ltd.

Kitchen - large traditional l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen idea with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This client was referred to us from a past client. They are a busy 2-career household with young children and enjoy entertaining friends and family in their home. They have a beautiful open concept home but unfortunately the kitchen was not fitting for the rest of the home. They were not quite sure what to do with the space. We talked about trying to refresh it or do more of a minor remodel, but in the end they decided a full gut would get them to where they wanted to be. One problem was there was no place for guests to hang out other than the large and awkward banquette area. The brick wall and tiled hood area were feeling a bit dated and tired. The space was just not functional for their lifestyle. There was no prep space near the cooktop and no landing area for items coming out of the ovens or refrigerator, plus a big dead zone in the center of the room. Banquettes, like the one they previously had in the space, are great for small spaces, but when they get really large like this one, it makes getting in and out of the seating area awkward and uncomfortable. Plus, there was room for a large table, so we eliminated the awkward built in. We started by removing the faux brick wall between the kitchen and back entry. We relocated the entry to the garage over a couple feet in order to get every last inch out of the new kitchen. We also made the decision to close up the primary window that faced the pretty ho hum brick wall of the neighbor’s house. There was plenty of light coming in from the seating area, so we just didn’t feel the window was adding much to the room. Construction went smoothy. There was a bit of rework with electrical, flooring and HVAC, but in the end, we think it was well worth it. The clients really wanted a sleek contemporary look, and we originally had planned for a full height slab backsplash, but due to it’s size, it was a budget buster. Instead, we got creative and settled on large format porcelain tiles that have a similar feel but were a fraction of the cost. We made sure the wall was plumb and level so that the fit and finish would mimic that of slab material. The final space was quite a change. A large prep sink sits directly across from the new pro-style range with plenty additional prep space on the large island. The refrigerator and ovens now have miles of landing space, and a nice tight work triangle makes cooking a breeze. Since we wanted a more contemporary feel, not many wall cabinets were included. Instead, we outfitted some of the drawers for dish storage with a peg system. Two large pantries flanking the refrigerator hold baking supplies and small appliances. Large drawers by the cooktop hold pots and pans, and an appliance garage tucked away to the left of the range hides away miscellaneous items. The large island also houses a microwave drawer and tons of storage, most of which is drawers offering maximum convenience. The island now seats 5-6 people comfortably along with the new table in the seating area which can seat up to 8. Entertaining will be a breeze in this space. With such a clean backdrop, we knew we would need some drama with the lighting, so we chose two sets of staggered pendants, which we adjusted for the right visual balance above the island. We also included a small coffee station to the right of the main kitchen, which helps keep the coffee clutter out of the kitchen proper. Two tones of complimentary gray are featured in this kitchen. The perimeter is a light gray that reads almost white. The island is a gray stain that adds some depth and interest with the visible wood texture. The countertops are clean white quartz, and the hardware, barstools and light fixtures add warm brass tones. I see lots of cooking and entertaining with family and friends in the near future in this bright and airy new space. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Inspiration for a huge transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This kitchen has a large island and plenty of cabinet storage. Photos by Chris Veith.
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped brown floor and dark wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

New Kitchen Project Designed and in 2015 by CADKAY Professional designer team. Located in Brooklyn NY. Estimated cost : $ 40K
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized contemporary u-shaped dark wood floor and gray floor eat-in kitchen idea in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Model 2 kitchen island with white natural stone island countertop and dark wood base surrounded by white cabinetry
Open concept kitchen - large mediterranean l-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen idea in San Diego with a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

The dark wood floors of the kitchen are balanced with white inset shaker cabinets with a light brown polished countertop. The wall cabinets feature glass doors and are topped with tall crown molding. Brass hardware has been used for all the cabinets. For the backsplash, we have used a soft beige. The countertop features a double bowl undermount sink with a gooseneck faucet. The windows feature roman shades in a floral print. A white BlueStar range is topped with a custom hood. Project by Portland interior design studio Jenni Leasia Interior Design. Also serving Lake Oswego, West Linn, Vancouver, Sherwood, Camas, Oregon City, Beaverton, and the whole of Greater Portland. For more about Jenni Leasia Interior Design, click here: https://www.jennileasiadesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.jennileasiadesign.com/montgomery

Eat-in kitchen - large transitional l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Chicago with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, a farmhouse sink and porcelain backsplash

Ryan Edwards
Mid-sized arts and crafts galley dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Raleigh with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a transitional u-shaped dark wood floor kitchen design in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Fresh take on the farmhouse kitchen with Shiloh Cabinetry and Caesarstone countertops. Island for casual dining
Example of a large cottage l-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen design in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

The in-law suite kitchen could only be in a small corner of the basement. The kitchen design started with the question: how small can this kitchen be? The compact layout was designed to provide generous counter space, comfortable walking clearances, and abundant storage. The bold colors and fun patterns anchored by the warmth of the dark wood flooring create a happy and invigorating space. SQUARE FEET: 140

Example of a large arts and crafts l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Grand architecturally detailed stone family home. Each interior uniquely customized. Architect: Mike Sharrett of Sharrett Design Interior Designer: Laura Ramsey Engler of Ramsey Engler, Ltd.

Eat-in kitchen - transitional l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Seattle with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, an undermount sink, quartz countertops and porcelain backsplash

Transitional / Contemporary Stained Walnut Frameless Cabinetry, Quartzite Countertops, Waterfall Island with Prep Sink, Wide Plank White Oak Flooring, Thermador Appliances, Gas Cooktop, Double Ovens