We gave this small, dark kitchen a creative, bold, and bright new design! With a need for more functionality, light, and style we installed fresh new marble counters and a large kitchen island. Additional storage was added throughout the space with plenty of pull-out drawers and cabinets. The final touch was painting the kitchen island a deep red, which paired beautifully with the warm hue of the butcher block countertop. We extended the feel of the kitchen by removing a wall that connected to an adjacent bedroom, thus creating a bright and airy space with plenty of natural light and a feeling of openness. The connecting room went through minor changes as well, outfitted with custom drawers to match the kitchen cabinets, tying the spaces together seamlessly with the rest of the home. Designed by Chi Renovation & Design who serve Chicago and it's surrounding suburbs, with an emphasis on the North Side and North Shore. You'll find their work from the Loop through Lincoln Park, Skokie, Wilmette, and all the way up to Lake Forest.

Kallenbach home

Earl Bryant Enterprises

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Midcentury Kitchen

Inspiration for a mid-century modern kitchen remodel in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

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Pull Out Pantry Shelves

ShelfGenie of Metro DC

Pantries are one of our most requested areas of the home for pull out shelving installations. Why? Because their whole reason for being is to organize your food and surplus kitchen goods. It's hard to be organized when you can't see the entire shelf. Pull out shelves remedy that by improving both visibility and access to items from the front to the back of the shelf.

DeVos Custom Woodworking Sipo Mahogany Custom Wood Countertops

DeVos Custom Woodworking

Vintage Kitchen with Countertops by DeVos Custom Woodworking Wood species: Sipo Mahogany Construction method: edge grain Special features: knife slots in countertop Thickness: 1.5" Edge profile: softened (.125" roundover) Finish: Food safe Tung-Oil/Citrus finish Countertops by: DeVos Custom Woodworking Project location: Austin, TX Architect: Rick & Cindy Black Architects

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MOREY WOODWORKING LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in Columbus with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances

Tuscan Kitchens

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Randy Colwell
Large tuscan u-shaped dark wood floor kitchen pantry photo in Denver with beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, granite countertops, an island, an undermount sink, multicolored backsplash, stone tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Kitchen Ideas & Designs

No room is quite as multifunctional as the kitchen. The hub of the home, this space has evolved from a strictly utilitarian unit into a versatile room to prepare food, entertain guests and share meals. If you’re looking to do a kitchen remodel, keep in mind that a successful kitchen design needs to blend functionality with personal prerequisites. Find thousands of kitchen ideas to help you come up with the perfect design for your space.

How do I determine my kitchen layout?

If you're starting a kitchen renovation, now is a great time to create exactly what you want. When it comes to layout, always optimize your space; focus on functionality and how your design can cater to the needs of you and your family. For tight spaces, a galley layout is a great kitchen remodeling option. Since horizontal space is limited, think vertical; stack counters and shelves high up on the walls, and try to find innovative storage containers and double-duty pieces. For larger layouts, try an L-shaped or U-shaped design with a big center island or peninsula. These shapes provide plenty of cabinet and countertop space, and you can add a bar-height counter to the island for an instant eat-in space. Reviewing kitchen pictures and photos is a great way to get a feel for different kitchen layouts and help you decide what you want. Another essential kitchen remodel essential to consider is the work triangle, which is a 70-year-old concept that is still highly utilized within the design world today. A simple idea that can save both time and energy, the work triangle connects the three main work areas: the sink, the stove and the refrigerator. As a general guideline, the distance between these areas should be no less than 4 feet and no larger than 9 feet. The sum of all three sides of the triangle should be between 13 feet and 26 feet. Given how highly effective this utilitarian design is, definitely take it into account when considering kitchen designs.

How can I add more kitchen storage?

Kitchen designs can be a complex undertaking given the sheer amount of items that the room usually contains. In order to store and organize all your cookware, bakeware and small appliances, you need cabinets, drawers and shelves to spare. To maximize your space, you can include cabinets in your island, purchase spice racks, install hanging pot racks, insert pullout storage and invest in a cart. You want to achieve clutter-free countertops, so also consider spaces you may never have before, such as corners or under the sink. You can also free up some space by storing infrequently used items outside of actual kitchens, like in storage rooms or basements.