Karen Brace Adams
Large mountain style u-shaped terra-cotta tile open concept kitchen photo in Phoenix with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley terra-cotta tile open concept kitchen remodel in New York with glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island, an undermount sink and stone tile backsplash

2nd Place Kitchen in the ASID Design Excellence Awards 2011 by Danielle Jacques Designs LLC
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless single-wall terra-cotta tile open concept kitchen remodel in Phoenix with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite countertops, orange backsplash, ceramic backsplash, colored appliances and an island

More modern and sleek décor contrast well with the rustic feel of this ranch style home.
Open concept kitchen - rustic l-shaped terra-cotta tile open concept kitchen idea in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped brown floor and terra-cotta tile open concept kitchen remodel in San Diego with white cabinets, tile countertops, blue backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, a farmhouse sink and beaded inset cabinets

Claire Haughey kitchen with oiled elm peninsula counter
Open concept kitchen - small contemporary galley terra-cotta tile open concept kitchen idea in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, concrete countertops, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Brazilian Luna Pearl Granite is shown in this project! Search "Brazilian Luna Pearl" granite, see more granite 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.

Kurt Johnson
Open concept kitchen - huge contemporary u-shaped terra-cotta tile open concept kitchen idea in Omaha with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble countertops, beige backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and two islands

Inspiration for a huge timeless u-shaped terra-cotta tile open concept kitchen remodel in Orange County with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and two islands

Red Egg Design Group | Transitional open concept kitchen featuring carrara marble, stone mosaic backsplash and custom lighting. | Courtney Lively Photography

Open concept kitchen - mid-sized country u-shaped terra-cotta tile and red floor open concept kitchen idea in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and gray countertops

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley terra-cotta tile and beige floor open concept kitchen remodel in Hawaii with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Custom kitchen with custom C&C routed beams and custom cabinets.
Example of a large beach style l-shaped terra-cotta tile and red floor open concept kitchen design in New York with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a mid-sized classic single-wall terra-cotta tile open concept kitchen design in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and two islands

A rustic and warm open layout from kitchen to dining to sitting area. Entertain a plethora of guests comfortably here! Deep shades of maroon on the walls ties into the custom covered dining chairs and love seat by the window!

Open concept kitchen - mid-sized transitional terra-cotta tile open concept kitchen idea in Salt Lake City with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops and an island

Red Egg Design Group | Transitional open concept kitchen featuring carrara marble, stone mosaic backsplash and custom lighting. | Courtney Lively Photography

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Inspiration for a mid-sized tropical galley terra-cotta tile open concept kitchen remodel in San Diego with a triple-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash and black appliances

Old-World styling meets Spanish hacienda/beach retreat in this eclectic home. Hand carved trim, specialty turned posts and fluted details frame the bake-center. A counter-top microwave is hidden behind flip-up pocket doors at the 36" wide appliance garage, leaving plenty of space for other small appliances too -- and the extended counter allows ample work-space in front. Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry: Brookhaven's Winfield