Mission Kitchen in Malvern, Pennsylvania. The wood was harvested in Chester County and milled from one tree. The countertop is Green Iron Soapstone. Gary Arthurs

Country u-shaped slate floor eat-in kitchen photo in Grand Rapids with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, soapstone countertops, multicolored backsplash, terra-cotta backsplash, paneled appliances and a peninsula

This white painted kitchen features a splash of color in the blue backsplash tile and reclaimed wood beams and shelving. Part of a broader renovation throughout the home that included the family room, laundry room, and powder room, the more open floor-plan makes the home feel more spacious and comfortable for everyday living. Decor by Rachel of Two Hands Interiors

Plain Jane Photography
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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.

This “Blue for You” kitchen is truly a cook’s kitchen with its 48” Wolf dual fuel range, steamer oven, ample 48” built-in refrigeration and drawer microwave. The 11-foot-high ceiling features a 12” lighted tray with crown molding. The 9’-6” high cabinetry, together with a 6” high crown finish neatly to the underside of the tray. The upper wall cabinets are 5-feet high x 13” deep, offering ample storage in this 324 square foot kitchen. The custom cabinetry painted the color of Benjamin Moore’s “Jamestown Blue” (HC-148) on the perimeter and “Hamilton Blue” (HC-191) on the island and Butler’s Pantry. The main sink is a cast iron Kohler farm sink, with a Kohler cast iron under mount prep sink in the (100” x 42”) island. While this kitchen features much storage with many cabinetry features, it’s complemented by the adjoining butler’s pantry that services the formal dining room. This room boasts 36 lineal feet of cabinetry with over 71 square feet of counter space. Not outdone by the kitchen, this pantry also features a farm sink, dishwasher, and under counter wine refrigeration.

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.

A galley kitchen was reconfigured and opened up to the living room to create a charming, bright u-shaped kitchen.
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Peter Rymwid photography
Mid-sized elegant l-shaped slate floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, yellow cabinets, soapstone countertops, yellow backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

A Modern Farmhouse set in a prairie setting exudes charm and simplicity. Wrap around porches and copious windows make outdoor/indoor living seamless while the interior finishings are extremely high on detail. In floor heating under porcelain tile in the entire lower level, Fond du Lac stone mimicking an original foundation wall and rough hewn wood finishes contrast with the sleek finishes of carrera marble in the master and top of the line appliances and soapstone counters of the kitchen. This home is a study in contrasts, while still providing a completely harmonious aura.

Photography: Joe Kyle
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New bar area in the kitchen. Doorway leads to guest bedroom and bath. Photo by Lee Manning Photography
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Design by Meriwether Felt. Photography by Michael Mandolfo
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized traditional l-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Large trendy u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen photo in Denver with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, soapstone countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and black countertops

White custom cabinetry painted in Benjamin Moore-Simply White, Thermador appliances, Urban Electric wall sconces, Soapstone countertops, Waterworks Brickworks backsplash, Ashley Norton hardware, Marvin Window, wood floors, Co-designer, Jen Seeger & Andrea Rugg Photography