Mountain Modern kitchen inspired by Euro design. Oak cabinets with engineered quartz countertops, ceramic tile backsplash, modern abstract lighting and custom stained wood floors.

Hidden in this near westside neighborhood of modest midcentury ranches is a multi-acre back yard that feels worlds away from the hustle of the city. These homeowners knew they had a gem, but their cramped and dim interior and lack of outdoor living space kept them from the full enjoyment of it. They said they wanted us to design them a deck and screen porch; we replied, "sure! but don't you want a better connection to that luscious outdoor space from the inside, too?" The whole back of the house was eventually transformed, inside and out. We opened up and united the former kitchen and dining, and took over an extra bedroom for a semi-open tv room that is tucked behind a built-in bar. Light now streams in through windows and doors and skylights that weren't there before. Simple, natural materials tie to the expansive yard and huge trees beyond the deck and also provide a quiet backdrop for the homeowners' colorful boho style and enviable collection of house plants. Contractor: Sharp Designs, Inc. Cabinetry: Richland Cabinetry Photographer: Sarah Shields

Mid-sized trendy l-shaped concrete floor and gray floor open concept kitchen photo in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Example of a large trendy galley kitchen design in Atlanta with flat-panel cabinets, quartz countertops, an undermount sink, white cabinets, gray backsplash, paneled appliances, a peninsula and gray countertops

Modern European flat panel cabinets, Built in paneled refrigerator
Example of a trendy l-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, quartz backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Designed and constructed by Los Angeles architect, John Southern and his firm Urban Operations, the Slice and Fold House is a contemporary hillside home in the cosmopolitan neighborhood of Highland Park. Nestling into its steep hillside site, the house steps gracefully up the sloping topography, and provides outdoor space for every room without additional sitework. The first floor is conceived as an open plan, and features strategically located light-wells that flood the home with sunlight from above. On the second floor, each bedroom has access to outdoor space, decks and an at-grade patio, which opens onto a landscaped backyard. The home also features a roof deck inspired by Le Corbusier’s early villas, and where one can see Griffith Park and the San Gabriel Mountains in the distance.

Mid-sized trendy l-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island and quartz countertops

Photography: Vala Kodish
Mid-sized trendy l-shaped porcelain tile enclosed kitchen photo in Miami with an undermount sink, stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash and a peninsula

Design Statement: My design challenge was to create and build a new ultra modern kitchen with a futuristic flare. This state of the art kitchen was to be equipped with an ample amount of usable storage and a better view of the outside while balancing design and function. Some of the project goals were to include the following; a multi-level island with seating for four people, dramatic use of lighting, state of the art appliances, a generous view of the outside and last but not least, to create a kitchen space that looks like no other...”The WOW Factor”. This challenging project was a completely new design and full renovation. The existing kitchen was outdated and in desperate need help. My new design required me to remove existing walls, cabinetry, flooring, plumbing, electric…a complete demolition. My job functions were to be the interior designer, GC, electrician and a laborer. Construction and Design The existing kitchen had one small window in it like many kitchens. The main difficulty was…how to create more windows while gaining more cabinet storage. As a designer, our clients require us to think out of the box and give them something that they may have never dreamed of. I did just that. I created two 8’ glass backsplashes (with no visible supports) on the corner of the house. This was not easy task, engineering of massive blind headers and lam beams were used to support the load of the new floating walls. A generous amount of 48” high wall cabinets flank the new walls and appear floating in air seamlessly above the glass backsplash. Technology and Design The dramatic use of the latest in LED lighting was used. From color changing accent lights, high powered multi-directional spot lights, decorative soffit lights, under cabinet and above cabinet LED tape lights…all to be controlled from wall panels or mobile devises. A built-in ipad also controls not only the lighting, but a climate controlled thermostat, house wide music streaming with individually controlled zones, alarm system, video surveillance system and door bell. Materials and design Large amounts of glass and gloss; glass backsplash, iridescent glass tiles, raised glass island counter top, Quartz counter top with iridescent glass chips infused in it. 24” x 24” high polished porcelain tile flooring to give the appearance of water or glass. The custom cabinets are high gloss lacquer with a metallic fleck. All doors and drawers are Blum soft-close. The result is an ultra sleek and highly sophisticated design. Appliances and design All appliances were chosen for the ultimate in sleekness. These appliances include: a 48” built-in custom paneled subzero refrigerator/freezer, a built-in Miele dishwasher that is so quiet that it shoots a red led light on the floor to let you know that its on., a 36” Miele induction cook top and a built-in 200 bottle wine cooler. Some other cool features are the led kitchen faucet that changes color based on the water temperature. A stainless and glass wall hood with led lights. All duct work was built into the stainless steel toe kicks and grooves were cut into it to release airflow. Photography by Mark Oser

Custom designed kitchen light above the island. Hand crafted light and cabinetry with appliance garage and sliding drawers. Custom partitians in drawers for spices, pan lids, knives, etc...

Photos by Roehner + Ryan
Eat-in kitchen - modern l-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor eat-in kitchen idea in Phoenix with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, quartz backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Photo Credit: Pawel Dmytrow
Example of a mid-sized trendy u-shaped open concept kitchen design in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, cement tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and gray countertops

This contemporary kitchen may lack in size but not efficiency. Adding the peninsula added storage and counter top space. The flat grey panel is a neutral tone that works great with surrounding pops of colors.

Kitchen Perimeter Cabinetry to be Brookhaven I; Door style to be Vista Plastic; Finish to be Vertical Boardwalk High Pressured laminate; Interior to be White Vinyl; Hardware to be Inset Integrated Hardware from Brookhaven. Kitchen Refrigerator Oven Wall Cabinetry to be Brookhaven I; Door style to be Vista Veneer; Finish to be Java on Cherry; Interior to be White Vinyl; Hardware to be Inset Integrated Hardware from Brookhaven. Kitchen Island Cabinetry to be Brookhaven I; Door style to be Vista Plastic; Finish to be Vertical Gulf Shores High Pressured laminate; Interior to be White Vinyl; Hardware to be Inset Integrated Hardware from Brookhaven. NOTE: Where Back painted glass is noted, finish is to be Matte White. Kitchen Perimeter and Oven Wall countertops to be 3cm Caesarstone London Grey with 1 UM sink cut outs, eased edge and no backsplash. Kitchen Island countertop to be 3cm Caesarstone Raven with 1 UM sink cut outs, eased edge and no backsplash.

Large galley light wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops

The original kitchen in this 1968 Lakewood home was cramped and dark. The new homeowners wanted an open layout with a clean, modern look that was warm rather than sterile. This was accomplished with custom cabinets, waterfall-edge countertops and stunning light fixtures. Crystal Cabinet Works, Inc - custom paint on Celeste door style; natural walnut on Springfield door style. Design by Heather Evans, BKC Kitchen and Bath. RangeFinder Photography.

This contemporary-modern kitchen remodel brings a light and airy feel with this Pearl slab door from Bellmont Cabinetry and the Ocean Foam quartz countertop from Caesarstone. The white subway tiles tie this complete look together, making it sleek and clean.

Example of a mid-sized danish l-shaped light wood floor, brown floor and vaulted ceiling eat-in kitchen design in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Eat-in kitchen - contemporary u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, quartz backsplash, paneled appliances, a peninsula and multicolored countertops