Photo: Brian Barkley © 2015 Houzz
Example of a mountain style beige tile and pebble tile bathroom design with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet and beige walls

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Example of a large classic home bar design in Phoenix with dark wood cabinets, multicolored backsplash and glass-front cabinets

Example of a mid-sized trendy galley home bar design in San Diego with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, multicolored backsplash and ceramic backsplash

Fireplace metal tile surround: Eden Mosaic Tile Penny Round Pattern Mosaic Stainless Steel Tile - EMT_056-SIL-SM. The penny round pattern is a popular design of mosaic stainless steel tile that can be used in many applications. The small penny sized pieces create an awe inspiring effect when they come together on a large wall or back splash. Use this tile for stainless steel kitchen backsplashes, accent walls, entrance hallways, office walls, bar areas, bathroom walls, bathroom back splashes, fireplace surrounds, etc. The tiles in this sheet are mounted on a nylon mesh which allows for an easy installation. Residential, commercial and industrial applications. One Color Tile. The color variation on the image is due to lighting effects.

Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized transitional u-shaped brown floor and dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, white backsplash, an island, white countertops, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Elegant u-shaped enclosed kitchen photo in New York with raised-panel cabinets, white backsplash and paneled appliances

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Elegant alcove bathtub photo in Orange County with a two-piece toilet, white cabinets and gray walls

Eat-in kitchen - coastal u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Providence with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, blue backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen design in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, blue backsplash, black appliances and an island

Photography: Ryan Garvin
Inspiration for a coastal white tile and subway tile mosaic tile floor and black floor alcove shower remodel in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, a hinged shower door and white countertops

Example of a large transitional master beige tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile and beige floor alcove shower design in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, quartz countertops, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a one-piece toilet, gray walls and white countertops

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Mid-sized beach style l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in New York with an undermount sink, white cabinets, wood countertops, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, two islands, shaker cabinets and ceramic backsplash

Open concept kitchen - large contemporary u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen idea in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, glass tile backsplash, black appliances and no island

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This young family of four came in right after closing on their house and with a new baby on the way. Our goal was to complete the project prior to baby’s arrival so this project went on the expedite track. The beautiful 1920’s era brick home sits on a hill in a very picturesque neighborhood, so we were eager to give it the kitchen it deserves. The clients’ dream kitchen included pro-style appliances, a large island with seating for five and a kitchen that feels appropriate to the home’s era but that also is fresh and modern. They explicitly stated they did not want a “cookie cutter” design, so we took that to heart. The key challenge was to fit in all of the items on their wish given the room’s constraints. We eliminated an existing breakfast area and bay window and incorporated that area into the kitchen. The bay window was bricked in, and to compensate for the loss of seating, we widened the opening between the kitchen and formal dining room for more of an open concept plan. The ceiling in the original kitchen is about a foot lower than the rest of the house, and once it was determined that it was to hide pipes and other mechanicals, we reframed a large tray over the island and left the rest of the ceiling as is. Clad in walnut planks, the tray provides an interesting feature and ties in with the custom walnut and plaster hood. The space feels modern yet appropriate to its Tudor roots. The room boasts large family friendly appliances, including a beverage center and cooktop/double oven combination. Soft white inset cabinets paired with a slate gray island provide a gentle backdrop to the multi-toned island top, a color echoed in the backsplash tile. The handmade subway tile has a textured pattern at the cooktop, and large pendant lights add more than a bit of drama to the room. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Mike Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

ASID Design Excellence First Place Residential – Kitchen and Bathroom: Michael Merrill Design Studio was approached three years ago by the homeowner to redesign her kitchen. Although she was dissatisfied with some aspects of her home, she still loved it dearly. As we discovered her passion for design, we began to rework her entire home--room by room, top to bottom.

Cottage kitchen photo in Orange County

The sensible Belgian aesthetic used in the space compliments the more ornate architecture of this historic home.
Example of a large l-shaped porcelain tile eat-in kitchen design in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, colored appliances and an island

Alcove bathtub - contemporary beige tile and gray tile gray floor alcove bathtub idea in New York with beige walls, an undermount sink, beige countertops and flat-panel cabinets

Example of a mid-sized 1950s u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Minneapolis with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops