Craftsman Bungalow Kitchen showcasing furniture quality cabinetry with stained glass doors, Craftsman tile counter and backsplash, and copper farmhouse sink and faucet. Barry Toranto Photography

Rolfe Hokanson
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, green backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Photography by IBI Designs ( http://www.ibidesigns.com/)

Inspiration for a rustic l-shaped light wood floor, exposed beam, vaulted ceiling and wood ceiling kitchen remodel in Seattle with paneled appliances, a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, green backsplash and an island

A close look at the reeded glass cabinet doors. Typically you would see this running vertically, but since the cabinet grain is all horizontal, we thought running the glass horizontal made more sense. Since we have the glass doors, we decided to make these cabinets from teak as well so you wouldn't see the white IKEA frame through the glass.

The custom height single ovens were placed side by side to allow for easy use and the large island provided plenty of work space. The combination of clean sleek lines with a variety of finishes and textures keeps this “beach house cottage look” current and comfortable.

Stacy Zarin-Goldberg
Mid-sized arts and crafts single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, glass tile backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and gray countertops

Designed as a prominent display of Architecture, Elk Ridge Lodge stands firmly upon a ridge high atop the Spanish Peaks Club in Big Sky, Montana. Designed around a number of principles; sense of presence, quality of detail, and durability, the monumental home serves as a Montana Legacy home for the family. Throughout the design process, the height of the home to its relationship on the ridge it sits, was recognized the as one of the design challenges. Techniques such as terracing roof lines, stretching horizontal stone patios out and strategically placed landscaping; all were used to help tuck the mass into its setting. Earthy colored and rustic exterior materials were chosen to offer a western lodge like architectural aesthetic. Dry stack parkitecture stone bases that gradually decrease in scale as they rise up portray a firm foundation for the home to sit on. Historic wood planking with sanded chink joints, horizontal siding with exposed vertical studs on the exterior, and metal accents comprise the remainder of the structures skin. Wood timbers, outriggers and cedar logs work together to create diversity and focal points throughout the exterior elevations. Windows and doors were discussed in depth about type, species and texture and ultimately all wood, wire brushed cedar windows were the final selection to enhance the "elegant ranch" feel. A number of exterior decks and patios increase the connectivity of the interior to the exterior and take full advantage of the views that virtually surround this home. Upon entering the home you are encased by massive stone piers and angled cedar columns on either side that support an overhead rail bridge spanning the width of the great room, all framing the spectacular view to the Spanish Peaks Mountain Range in the distance. The layout of the home is an open concept with the Kitchen, Great Room, Den, and key circulation paths, as well as certain elements of the upper level open to the spaces below. The kitchen was designed to serve as an extension of the great room, constantly connecting users of both spaces, while the Dining room is still adjacent, it was preferred as a more dedicated space for more formal family meals. There are numerous detailed elements throughout the interior of the home such as the "rail" bridge ornamented with heavy peened black steel, wire brushed wood to match the windows and doors, and cannon ball newel post caps. Crossing the bridge offers a unique perspective of the Great Room with the massive cedar log columns, the truss work overhead bound by steel straps, and the large windows facing towards the Spanish Peaks. As you experience the spaces you will recognize massive timbers crowning the ceilings with wood planking or plaster between, Roman groin vaults, massive stones and fireboxes creating distinct center pieces for certain rooms, and clerestory windows that aid with natural lighting and create exciting movement throughout the space with light and shadow.

Heath tile Farrow and Ball Inchyra cabinets Vintage stools
Inspiration for a small timeless galley medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartzite countertops, green backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, paneled appliances, a peninsula and white countertops

jennifer siu-rivera photography
Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Austin with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite countertops, green backsplash, stone slab backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Marshall Elias
Large mountain style l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen photo in Albuquerque with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, green backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Kitchen - large transitional u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in Hawaii with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite countertops, green backsplash, subway tile backsplash, an island and paneled appliances

Hendrickson Custom Builder Inc.
Open concept kitchen - mid-sized transitional u-shaped ceramic tile open concept kitchen idea in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Trent Bell
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized coastal dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, glass tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Angie Seckinger and Helen Norman
Example of a small transitional u-shaped enclosed kitchen design in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, marble countertops, green backsplash, paneled appliances and no island

Country l-shaped eat-in kitchen photo in Cincinnati with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, green backsplash and paneled appliances

IDEA style White Larch Finish. Photography by Tony Soluri Designer/Architect: James Thomas Kitchen Designer: Shawna Dillon, ASID
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, green backsplash and paneled appliances

Rolfe Hokanson
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, green backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

A combination of natural daylight, decorative pendants and recessed fixtures provide a variety of lighting options that support the functionality of the kitchen while adding ambiance. Tricia Shay Photography