Written by Mary Kate Hogan for Westchester Home Magazine. "The Goal: The family that cooks together has the most fun — especially when their kitchen is equipped with four ovens and tons of workspace. After a first-floor renovation of a home for a couple with four grown children, the new kitchen features high-tech appliances purchased through Royal Green and a custom island with a connected table to seat family, friends, and cooking spectators. An old dining room was eliminated, and the whole area was transformed into one open, L-shaped space with a bar and family room. “They wanted to expand the kitchen and have more of an entertaining room for their family gatherings,” says designer Danielle Florie. She designed the kitchen so that two or three people can work at the same time, with a full sink in the island that’s big enough for cleaning vegetables or washing pots and pans. Key Features: Well-Stocked Bar: The bar area adjacent to the kitchen doubles as a coffee center. Topped with a leathered brown marble, the bar houses the coffee maker as well as a wine refrigerator, beverage fridge, and built-in ice maker. Upholstered swivel chairs encourage people to gather and stay awhile. Finishing Touches: Counters around the kitchen and the island are covered with a Cambria quartz that has the light, airy look the homeowners wanted and resists stains and scratches. A geometric marble tile backsplash is an eye-catching decorative element. Into the Wood: The larger table in the kitchen was handmade for the family and matches the island base. On the floor, wood planks with a warm gray tone run diagonally for added interest." Bilotta Designer: Danielle Florie Photographer: Phillip Ennis

Inspiration for a large cottage backyard patio remodel in Austin with decking and a roof extension

The original mid-century door was preserved and refinished in a natural tone to coordinate with the new natural flooring finish. All stain finishes were applied with water-based no VOC pet friendly products. Original railings were refinished and kept to maintain the authenticity of the Deck House style. The light fixture offers an immediate sculptural wow factor upon entering the home.

The expansive Living Room features a floating wood fireplace hearth and adjacent wood shelves. The linear electric fireplace keeps the wall mounted tv above at a comfortable viewing height. Generous windows fill the 14 foot high roof with ample daylight.

Small minimalist single-sink bathroom photo in New York with medium tone wood cabinets and a floating vanity

Entryway - transitional entryway idea in Minneapolis

Powder room - transitional mosaic tile floor, wallpaper, wainscoting and white floor powder room idea in New York with blue walls and a console sink

DESIGN BY Martins Grehl Architects A 3,700 sf ground-up single-family residence located on a waterfront lot in Easton, MD, this home features beautiful views of the surrounding landscape and celebrates the gathering of family and friends through a large, open living and dining area. It was designed with natural materials meant to evolve with its inhabitants and reflect the passage of time.

Example of a transitional gray tile white floor and double-sink bathroom design in Providence with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Beautiful white master bathroom: His and her sinks, enclosed tub with remote blinds for privacy, separate toilet room for privacy as well as separate shower. Custom built-in closet adjacent to the bathroom.

This beautiful foyer is filled with different patterns and textures.
Entryway - mid-sized contemporary vinyl floor and brown floor entryway idea in Minneapolis with black walls and a black front door

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Example of a transitional white tile and subway tile mosaic tile floor and multicolored floor bathroom design in Austin with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, beige walls, an undermount sink and white countertops

Example of a huge tuscan u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen design in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, gray cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, marble backsplash, paneled appliances, an island, white countertops and recessed-panel cabinets

The project is located in the heart of Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. The client’s a young family and the husband is a very passionate cook. The kitchen was a gut renovation. The all white kitchen mixes modern and traditional elements with an oversized island, storage all the way around, a buffet, open shelving, a butler’s pantry and appliances that steal the show. Details include: -Subzero refrigerator, Scott custom designed a flip up stainless cabinetry above the side-by-side subzero to create a taller and monolithic look. -The absolute best stone was used- Calacatta Suprema countertops with a honed finish -White cabinetry by Dresner Design private label line with De Angelis -Hardware from Katonah with a burnished nickel finish -Sconces by O’Lampia above the buffet -Backsplash tile is custom dye lot from Artistic Tile, Pratt Larson -Custom sinks by Havens for cleaning fish descaling - Plumbing fixtures from Studio 41- main sink

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional formal and enclosed dark wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Boston with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv

Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped slate floor and gray floor eat-in kitchen design in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, quartzite countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island, gray countertops, white cabinets and white backsplash

Transitional built-in desk light wood floor study room photo in Charleston with gray walls

Large mountain style l-shaped gray floor dedicated laundry room photo in Other with an undermount sink, open cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer/dryer and white countertops