Kate Arends
Example of a large urban open concept concrete floor living room design in San Francisco with white cabinets, blue backsplash, ceramic backsplash, an island and white walls

The functionality of this spacious kitchen is a far cry from its humble beginnings as a lackluster 9 x 12 foot stretch. The exterior wall was blown out to allow for a 10 ft addition. The daring slab of Calacatta Vagli marble with intrepid British racing green veining was the inspiration for the expansion. Spanish Revival pendants reclaimed from a local restaurant, long forgotten, are a pinnacle feature over the island. Reclaimed wood drawers, juxtaposed with custom glass cupboards add gobs of storage. Cabinets are painted the same luxe green hue and the warmth of butcher block counters create a hard working bar area begging for character-worn use. The perimeter of the kitchen features soapstone counters and that nicely balance the whisper of mushroom-colored custom cabinets. Hand-made 4x4 zellige tiles, hung in a running bond pattern, pay sweet homage to the 1950’s era of the home. A large window flanked by antique brass sconces adds bonus natural light over the sink. Textural, centuries-old barn wood surrounding the range hood adds a cozy surprise element. Matte white appliances with brushed bronze and copper hardware tie in the mixed metals throughout the kitchen helping meld the overall dramatic design.

Mediterranean style kitchen sink and cabinetry, showing white plastic sink with brass faucet and patterned grey and white tile backsplash.
Example of a tuscan medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Baltimore with light wood cabinets, multicolored backsplash, cement tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

Photo: Lisa Petrol
Large minimalist l-shaped porcelain tile open concept kitchen photo in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz countertops, an island, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and paneled appliances

Relocating to Portland, Oregon from California, this young family immediately hired Amy to redesign their newly purchased home to better fit their needs. The project included updating the kitchen, hall bath, and adding an en suite to their master bedroom. Removing a wall between the kitchen and dining allowed for additional counter space and storage along with improved traffic flow and increased natural light to the heart of the home. This galley style kitchen is focused on efficiency and functionality through custom cabinets with a pantry boasting drawer storage topped with quartz slab for durability, pull-out storage accessories throughout, deep drawers, and a quartz topped coffee bar/ buffet facing the dining area. The master bath and hall bath were born out of a single bath and a closet. While modest in size, the bathrooms are filled with functionality and colorful design elements. Durable hex shaped porcelain tiles compliment the blue vanities topped with white quartz countertops. The shower and tub are both tiled in handmade ceramic tiles, bringing much needed texture and movement of light to the space. The hall bath is outfitted with a toe-kick pull-out step for the family’s youngest member!

Example of a country medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, white backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Great partial house remodel. We took dated, dingy kitchen and bathrooms and updated them with modern finishings, appliances, and more functional layouts. photo: Kate Russell

Large beach style u-shaped medium tone wood floor dedicated laundry room photo in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, blue walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and gray countertops

Inspiration for a large coastal u-shaped medium tone wood floor dedicated laundry room remodel in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, blue walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and gray countertops

The distressed painted cabinets work to compliment the Tabarka Studio tiles not only in a seemless color scheme but also with the "new but old" rustic style. This kitchen is made complete by the copper overhead hood and steel crown moulding.

Inspiration for a small contemporary galley porcelain tile enclosed kitchen remodel in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Jim Schmid Photography
Bathroom - tropical beige tile and mosaic tile bathroom idea in Charlotte with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets and gray walls

Location: New York, NY, United States This Loft was tastefully renovated back in the '90s, but was due for an update and an expansion of the kitchen and dining areas to accommodate the client's cooking skills and entertaining needs. EnlargIing the island and adding cabinetry to delineate the office, bar and dining areas was a priority. The bathroom was updated to feel like a tranquil spa with beautiful new tile, plumbing fixtures and cabinets. Our biggest challenge was coordinating the entire renovation while our client was out of town for the Summer! Photographed by: James Salomon

Example of a mid-sized tuscan single-wall terra-cotta tile and brown floor laundry room design in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer, quartz countertops and black countertops

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and white countertops

Open concept kitchen - mid-sized rustic l-shaped travertine floor and gray floor open concept kitchen idea in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, dark wood cabinets and stone tile backsplash

Hand painted tiles can add nuance and dimension to any space. This galley kitchen's streamlined aesthetic get multifaceted with our Diamond Contour Handpainted Tile in a neutral motif. TILE SHOWN Handpainted Tile in Diamond Contour, Neutral Motif DESIGN Amy Mathie, Happy Interiors Group PHOTOS Courtney Conk, C.C. Photo Arts

David Duncan Livingston
Example of a transitional u-shaped light wood floor kitchen design in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, multicolored backsplash, ceramic backsplash, colored appliances, an island and blue cabinets