A Modern Kitchen for a Retreat in the Woods

This is a great house. Perched high on a private, heavily wooded site, it has a rustic contemporary aesthetic. Vaulted ceilings, sky lights, large windows and natural materials punctuate the main spaces. The existing large format mosaic slate floor grabs your attention upon entering the home extending throughout the foyer, kitchen, and family room. Specific requirements included a larger island with workspace for each of the homeowners featuring a homemade pasta station which requires small appliances on lift-up mechanisms as well as a custom-designed pasta drying rack. Both chefs wanted their own prep sink on the island complete with a garbage “shoot” which we concealed below sliding cutting boards. A second and overwhelming requirement was storage for a large collection of dishes, serving platters, specialty utensils, cooking equipment and such. To meet those needs we took the opportunity to get creative with storage: sliding doors were designed for a coffee station adjacent to the main sink; hid the steam oven, microwave and toaster oven within a stainless steel niche hidden behind pantry doors; added a narrow base cabinet adjacent to the range for their large spice collection; concealed a small broom closet behind the refrigerator; and filled the only available wall with full-height storage complete with a small niche for charging phones and organizing mail. We added 48” high base cabinets behind the main sink to function as a bar/buffet counter as well as overflow for kitchen items. The client’s existing vintage commercial grade Wolf stove and hood commands attention with a tall backdrop of exposed brick from the fireplace in the adjacent living room. We loved the rustic appeal of the brick along with the existing wood beams, and complimented those elements with wired brushed white oak cabinets. The grayish stain ties in the floor color while the slab door style brings a modern element to the space. We lightened the color scheme with a mix of white marble and quartz countertops. The waterfall countertop adjacent to the dining table shows off the amazing veining of the marble while adding contrast to the floor. Special materials are used throughout, featured on the textured leather-wrapped pantry doors, patina zinc bar countertop, and hand-stitched leather cabinet hardware. We took advantage of the tall ceilings by adding two walnut linear pendants over the island that create a sculptural effect and coordinated them with the new dining pendant and three wall sconces on the beam over the main sink.

Farmhouse Formal, Brookhaven

San Luis Kitchen Co.

A beach house that combines the rustic with the formal. Using heartwood maple for visual interest and an aged driftwood feel, we added hand-carved trim details, rope moulding and a highlighting glaze to refine the final rustic Old World appeal. Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry: Brookhaven's Andover

Kitchen

Partners 4, Design

We opened up the kitchen to the entry and stairwell by removing the wall between the kitchen and the hall, moving the closets out of the hall, and opening up the staircase to the lower level with a half wall, which created a more open floor plan. We further expanded the space visually by adding a wall of sliding glass doors to the porch at one end of the kitchen, which flooded the room with natural light and pulled the outdoors inside. Project:: Partners 4, Design Kitchen & Bath Designer:: John B.A. Idstrom II Cabinetry:: Poggenpohl Photography:: Gilbertson Photography

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Amy Thebault Design

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped slate floor and gray floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Kitchen Design

Distinctive Cabinetry

Contemporary kitchen featuring an island with cooktop.
Large trendy u-shaped slate floor eat-in kitchen photo in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, black backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and a peninsula

Serio Residence

FLOCK ARCHITECTURE

Kitchen viewed from living room. Glass kitchen counter wraps wall becoming fireplace mantle.
Example of a mid-sized trendy u-shaped slate floor and gray floor enclosed kitchen design in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, glass countertops, paneled appliances and a peninsula

Cathedral Loft Style Kitchen

YesterTec Design Company

Two YesterTec workstations combine with other built-in cabinets to occupy one end of a beautiful great room. This open plan unfitted kitchen seems to float above the diagonal wood/tile floor pattern that unifies the entire room.

Large Island Seating

New Hope Cabinets & Kitchens by Charles Weiler

This kitchen was designed to accentuate the existing farmhouse structure with it's natural river landscape surrounding the property. Incorporating large french doors and floor to ceiling windows maximizes the views of the river and allows for plenty of natural lighting. The reflective Diamond Gloss finish on the cabinetry is a sharp contrast to the rustic barn board and exposed wood beams. Industrial accents can be found throughout this home, marrying the old with the new.

Kitchen

Partners 4, Design

Carriage House

Greater Dayton Building & Remodeling

Inspiration for a small timeless l-shaped slate floor open concept kitchen remodel in Cincinnati with beaded inset cabinets, brown cabinets, granite countertops, paneled appliances and a peninsula

Snowmass Kitchen with Distressed Alder Cabinets

DZ Remodeling

Mid-sized mountain style u-shaped slate floor eat-in kitchen photo in Denver with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, stone tile backsplash, paneled appliances and a peninsula

Avalanche Ranch

Elevation Design Group

Dick Springgate
Example of a huge arts and crafts l-shaped slate floor open concept kitchen design in Salt Lake City with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and an undermount sink

Kitchen Renovation

Amy Wolff Interiors

TMP Imaging LLC
Example of a large mountain style slate floor eat-in kitchen design in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Springlake Ave. Hinsdale Kitchen

Plain & Posh

When these homeowners first approached me to help them update their kitchen, the first thing that came to mind was to open it up. The house was over 70 years old and the kitchen was a small boxed in area, that did not connect well to the large addition on the back of the house. Removing the former exterior, load bearinig, wall opened the space up dramatically. Then, I relocated the sink to the new peninsula and the range to the outside wall. New windows were added to flank the range. The homeowner is an architect and designed the stunning hood that is truly the focal point of the room. The shiplap island is a complex work that hides 3 drawers and spice storage. The original slate floors have radiant heat under them and needed to remain. The new greige cabinet color, with the accent of the dark grayish green on the custom furnuture piece and hutch, truly compiment the floor tones. Added features such as the wood beam that hides the support over the peninsula and doorway helped warm up the space. There is also a feature wall of stained shiplap that ties in the wood beam and ship lap details on the island.

Spavins-Cleary - kitchen sink

Christie Architecture LLC

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Alcaraz kitchen

Sebastian Eilert Architecture

U shape kitchen with pass by access, reclaimed oak floor. Slate floor. Recycled glass counters. Breakfast counter. LED recessed lights.
Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped slate floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Miami with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets and paneled appliances

Modern Transformation

SJ Interior Design Studio: Sara Iborra, ASID

Open foyer with see through stair treads allows for a direct view into the kitchen. Photo Credit to SJIborra
Kitchen pantry - mid-sized modern l-shaped gray floor and slate floor kitchen pantry idea in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and brown countertops

La Reserve

Celaya | Soloway Interiors

The breakfast nook that was never used. Now has a built-in banquet seating as well as a multipurpose beverage center. Fully equipped with built-in refrigerator drawers and a built-in wine refrigerator. Photographer: Jeffrey Volker

Burlington Remodel

Finely Done, Inc.

Beth Welsh
Large mountain style galley slate floor eat-in kitchen photo in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, stone tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Slate Floor Kitchen with Paneled Appliances Ideas

No room is quite as multifunctional as the kitchen with Paneled Appliances. 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 with Paneled Appliances design needs to blend functionality with personal prerequisites. Find thousands of kitchen with Paneled Appliances 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 with Paneled Appliances 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.

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Rehab

Don Foote Contracting

Pure white caesarstone counters with under cabinet lighting. Photo by Todd Gieg
Kitchen pantry - mid-sized modern l-shaped slate floor and gray floor kitchen pantry idea in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops