Detailing such as floating shelves, LED lighting, clean lines and easy care materials are what people are looking for as they redo their kitchens. Photo by Chrissy Racho

Arched valances above the window and on the island bookshelf, along with the curved custom metal hood above the stainless steel range, contrast nicely with the overall linear design of the space. The leaded glass cabinet doors not only create a spot to display the homeowner’s favorite glassware, but visually it helps prevent the white cabinets from being overbearing. By installing recessed can lights uniformly throughout the space instead of decorative pendants above the island, the kitchen appears more open and spacious.

Jay Sinclair
Inspiration for a mid-sized cottage l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and recessed-panel cabinets

Designed by Katherine Dashiell of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Annapolis, MD this transitional white kitchen design features Ultracraft Cabinets in the Breckenridge door style with an Arctic White finish. Perimeter countertops are Via Lattea granite with a leathered finish. The kitchen island features a Silver Cloud granite countertop with a polished finish. The pendant light fixtures are from the Sears Inca Collection. Subway tile backsplash is done in beveled bright white. Flooring is 6x24 wood plank floor tile in the color Carbon. Photos courtesy of BTW Images LLC / www.btwimages.com.

Mid-sized contemporary kitchen remodel, u-shaped with island featuring white shaker cabinets, black granite and quartz countertops, marble mosaic backsplash with black hardware, induction cooktop and paneled hood. Cabinet Finishes: Sherwin Williams "Pure white" Wall Color: Sherwin Williams "Pure white" Perimeter Countertop: Pental Quartz "Absolute Black Granite Honed" Island Countertop: Pental Quartz "Arezzo" Backsplash: Bedrosians "White Cararra Marble Random Linear Mosaic"

The unique design of this lake home and the surrounding natural landscape complement each other perfectly, resulting in beautiful lake views and a spacious, comfortable living area that welcomes guests. The interior features a mix of stained alder and white enamel cabinetry and woodwork, a vaulted great room with masonry fireplace, and an owners’ suite with a high ceiling, built-ins, and expansive lake views. One of the favorite spaces of the home is the beautiful lakeside porch & patio for entertaining, grilling and includes automated screens and vinyl shades for year-round enjoyment.

Leonard Ortiz
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped limestone floor and beige floor open concept kitchen remodel in Orange County with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, metallic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, granite countertops, metal backsplash and two islands

This beautiful custom home built by Bowlin Built and designed by Boxwood Avenue in the Reno Tahoe area features creamy walls painted with Benjamin Moore's Swiss Coffee and white oak custom cabinetry. With beautiful granite and marble countertops and handmade backsplash. The dark stained island creates a two-toned kitchen with lovely European oak wood flooring and a large double oven range with a custom hood above!

Example of a classic dark wood floor kitchen design in Chicago with white cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

The major objective of this home was to craft something entirely unique; based on our client’s international travels, and tailored to their ideal lifestyle. Every detail, selection and method was individual to this project. The design included personal touches like a dog shower for their Great Dane, a bar downstairs to entertain, and a TV tucked away in the den instead of on display in the living room. Great design doesn’t just happen. It’s a product of work, thought and exploration. For our clients, they looked to hotels they love in New York and Croatia, Danish design, and buildings that are architecturally artistic and ideal for displaying art. Our part was to take these ideas and actually build them. Every door knob, hinge, material, color, etc. was meticulously researched and crafted. Most of the selections are custom built either by us, or by hired craftsman.

Cesar Rubio Photography
Example of a classic l-shaped light wood floor utility room design in San Francisco with white cabinets, granite countertops, a side-by-side washer/dryer, multicolored walls, black countertops and recessed-panel cabinets

Bright, open kitchen and refinished butler's pantry Photo credit Kim Smith
Kitchen - large transitional porcelain tile and brown floor kitchen idea with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, black backsplash, subway tile backsplash, an island and multicolored countertops

Example of a transitional u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen design in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized french country l-shaped ceramic tile and beige floor eat-in kitchen idea in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige backsplash, granite countertops, ceramic backsplash, black appliances and an island

The cabinets add interesting dimension to the room by bumping in and out to highlight the various aspects of the kitchen layout.
Eat-in kitchen - traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen idea in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Rob Karosis
Kitchen - coastal kitchen idea in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Gorgeous and dramatic black and white kitchen with black cabinetry, granite countertops, white subway tile backsplash, cream island, hand-scraped hardwood flooring, farmhouse sink, Sub-Zero appliances, and Wolf range. Vivian Lodderhose

Mid-sized mountain style l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island and granite countertops

Valance under range adds a furniture feel. Soffit over hood creates a termination for the tile backsplash in this kitchen with 10' ceilings.
Enclosed kitchen - mid-sized traditional medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen idea in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island