Example of a small transitional galley porcelain tile eat-in kitchen design in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate countertops, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

This is another favorite home redesign project. Throughout my career, I've worked with some hefty budgets on a number of high-end projects. You can visit Paris Kitchens and Somerset Kitchens, companies that I have worked for previously, to get an idea of what I mean. I could start name dropping here, but I won’t, because that's not what this project is about. This project is about a small budget and a happy homeowner. This was one of the first projects with a custom interior design at a fraction of a regular budget. I could use the term “value engineering” to describe it, because this particular interior was heavily value engineered. The result: a sophisticated interior that looks so much more expensive than it is. And one ecstatic homeowner. Mission impossible accomplished. ​ P.S. Don’t ask me how much it cost, I promised the homeowner that their impressive budget will remain confidential. In any case, no one would believe me even if I spilled the beans.

Brian Flurer
Inspiration for a transitional eat-in kitchen remodel in Baltimore with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Markham Fall Festival designed by Dylan Cloyd
Example of a large trendy u-shaped vinyl floor eat-in kitchen design in Seattle with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate countertops, brown backsplash, ceramic backsplash, black appliances and a peninsula

Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped ceramic tile enclosed kitchen remodel in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, black appliances and no island

Beautiful vertical wood grain, maple slab door style. Granite countertops.
Small trendy u-shaped eat-in kitchen photo in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash and no island

Dramatic crown moulding conceals accent lighting above the refrigerator, open shelves at the island's end allow for display space. The "D" shaped bowl is under-mounted and the offset pull-down faucet makes quick work of dishes and clean-up.

This kitchen was fabricated by Down East Fabrication! https://www.downeastfab.com/ The island in this kitchen features Black Antique granite. Search "black antique" granite, see more granite of this family or other stone options: http://www.stoneaction.com Learn more about granite to see if it’s right for you: Granite countertops can last a lifetime. It contains no harmful chemicals and do not emit harmful radiation or gasses. Granite is heat resistant and is one of the most heat-resistant countertops on the market. You can place a hot pan out of the oven directly onto the countertop surface. Experts do recommend the use of a trivet when using appliances that emit heat for long periods of time, such as crockpots. Since the material is so dense, there is a small possibility heating one area of the top and not the entire thing, could cause the countertop to crack. Granite is scratch resistant. You can cut on it, but it will dull your knives! Granite scores a seven on Moh’s hardness scale. Granite countertops are considered to be a low maintenance countertop surface. The likelihood of needing to be repaired or resurfaced is low. Granite is a porous material. Most fabricators will apply a sealer to granite countertops before they are installed which will protect them from absorbing liquids too quickly. Many sealers last more than 10 years before needing to be reapplied. When they do need to be reapplied, it is something that most homeowners can do on their own as the process is similar to cleaning. Darker granites are very dense and sometimes don’t even require a sealer. When it comes to pricing, there are a lot of variables such as edge profile, total square footage, backsplash, etc. Don’t be fooled by the stereotype that all granite is expensive. Lower-range granites will cost less than high-range laminate. Though granite countertops are not considered “low range” in pricing, there are a lot of affordable options. If you are looking for something truly unique, consider an exotic granite. Some quarries are not easily accessible and/or only able to be quarried for short periods of time throughout the year. If these circumstances exist in a quarry with gorgeous stone, the price will be driven upward. You won’t find a lot of solid patterns or bright colors, but both do exist. Also, watch for a large range of color and pattern within the same color of stone. It’s always a good idea to view the exact slab(s) that will be fabricated for your kitchen to make sure they are what you expected to see from the sample. Another factor is that many exotic types of granite have huge flowing waves, and a small sample will not be an accurate representation of the whole slab. Granite countertops are very resistant to chemicals. Acids and bases will not harm the material.

McCartney
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized transitional u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Open concept kitchen - mid-sized rustic l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in Portland Maine with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, green backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Kitchen Remodel completed with Natural Stained Oak Cascade cabinets, Granite Countertops and Granite Composite sink. Backsplash was completed beautifully with glass and stone mosaic tiles. Client remarks "We were looking to update our kitchen counters. We walked into French Creek Design and and were blown away with how helpful everyone is. Helped in everything from product ideas to color matching to answering any and all questions. Highly recommend!" See Google for more reviews. French Creek Designs Kitchen & Bath Design Center Making Your Home Beautiful One Room at A Time… French Creek Designs Kitchen & Bath Design Studio - where selections begin. Let us design and dream with you. Overwhelmed on where to start that home improvement, kitchen or bath project? Let our designers sit down with you and take the overwhelming out of the picture and assist in choosing your materials. Whether new construction, full remodel or just a partial remodel we can help you to make it an enjoyable experience to design your dream space. Call to schedule your free design consultation today with one of our exceptional designers 307-337-4500.

Minimum cost simple kitchen made to have plants on window sill Tapani Talo
Example of a small arts and crafts galley slate floor eat-in kitchen design in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, recycled glass countertops, brown backsplash, ceramic backsplash and colored appliances

Heidi Pribell Interiors puts a fresh twist on classic design serving the major Boston metro area. By blending grandeur with bohemian flair, Heidi creates inviting interiors with an elegant and sophisticated appeal. Confident in mixing eras, style and color, she brings her expertise and love of antiques, art and objects to every project.

The island provides storage along with housing the diswasher which faces the sink. House of Glass
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen idea in Baltimore with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate countertops, porcelain backsplash and white appliances

kitchen remodel in Arlington
Example of a large arts and crafts galley eat-in kitchen design in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, glass tile backsplash and an island

Inspiration for a timeless u-shaped eat-in kitchen remodel in Salt Lake City with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets and light wood cabinets

Knotty Maple . Large angled island. 39 inch uppers.
Mid-sized elegant l-shaped ceramic tile eat-in kitchen photo in Houston with raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash and an island

Added in wall spice cabinet with a salvage yard glass door find. Contractor built cabinet box and frame onsite.
Inspiration for a small craftsman l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Boston with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and no island

Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen design in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island