Frontier Group
Huge elegant u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, paneled appliances and two islands

Jeri Koegel
Large elegant u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Frontier Group
Inspiration for a huge timeless u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, paneled appliances and two islands

Jeri Koegel
Large elegant u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Frontier Group
Huge elegant u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, paneled appliances and two islands

Frontier Group
Open concept kitchen - huge traditional u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, paneled appliances and two islands

Example of a mid-sized classic u-shaped vinyl floor kitchen design in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Jon Moore Photography Lewis Wadsworth Architecture
Mid-sized eclectic u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen photo in Boston with raised-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, white countertops, multicolored backsplash, a farmhouse sink, solid surface countertops, cement tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Example of a mid-sized farmhouse l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen design in Salt Lake City with white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash and white countertops

Rob Karosis
Farmhouse dark wood floor bedroom photo in New York with white walls

Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite countertops, brown backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a cottage galley kitchen design in Seattle with an island

Darren Sinnett
Large trendy u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen photo in Cleveland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Inspiration for a large farmhouse l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in Other with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, granite countertops, travertine backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, black countertops, raised-panel cabinets and beige backsplash

This traditional Shaker Kitchen has a masculine feel with its chocolate lower cabinets and walls of subway tile. The apron farmhouse sink is the centerpiece of the galley juxtaposed with a contemporary pull-out faucet. By applying a mirror on the door it gives the impression that it leads to a Dining Room. The wide plank flooring in a walnut stain adds texture and richness to this space. Laura Hull Photography

A complete gutting down to the studs was in order to bring this more than 100 year old home into the 21st century and trying to maintain the look of vintage meets modern. The wood floor includes old and new put together with a new finish on everything so it all looks seamless.

Photo: Andrew Snow © 2015 Houzz
Staircase - industrial staircase idea in Toronto

Transitional medium tone wood floor, brown floor, wainscoting and wallpaper dining room photo in Boston with blue walls

Committing to a kosher kitchen is quite a daunting undertaking and when you are also taking on a complete remodel, it can be overwhelming. It does not, however, have to be insurmountable. There are many resources to help guide you through the experience. Check out the internet and magazines to guide you. Once you have done the initial research, contact your Rabi with questions and for clarification on a kosher kitchen. Kosher requirements can vary differently between Orthodox, Conservatism, Ultra Orthodox and Reform Judaism. Your Rabi most likely will have a list of rules and guidelines. Also, hire a professional kitchen designer. They will not only be able to design the needs of a kosher kitchen but also make it personal to your needs and beautiful too. If the space and the budget allow, two distinct kitchens within one space is a possibility. A kosher kitchen requires stringent separation of meat and dairy items. Depending on the sect of Judaism you practice ------ Storage: The Storage areas need space for two sets of dishes, pots and pans, flatware, cups and utensils. You can combine the storage areas as long as there is a separation and that you do not mix service ware. A good recommendation is to color code your plates, flatware, table linen, pots. For example, red plates, gold-colored flatware, copper pots for meat items while dairy items have white plates, stainless flatware, stainless pots. You may want to label each area so when you have your new sister-in-law help in the kitchen; everything stays in the correct place. Appliances: When selecting appliances look for the STAR-K logo. This will help you determine to what extent an appliance is Kosher. Some ovens will have Sabbath modes where they will turn on automatically at a predetermined time. Once the oven is open, the oven turns off. Some refrigerators also have Sabbath modes where the ice maker turns off on the Sabbath and back on the following day. One refrigerator is usually sufficient provided all foods stay on the proper container in the proper section of the refrigerator. Having an immaculately clean refrigerator is a must if this is the case. You do not want spills from one food source contaminating food from the other. If you decide on two refrigerators, one can be full size while the other is smaller. A good kitchen designer can help assess your family’s needs to determine which is best for you. Dishwashers cannot be Kosher in most cases. You either need two dishwashers, separate compartment dishwashers as in dishwasher drawers or wash by hand. Look at Fisher Pikel or Kitchen Aid for dishwasher drawers. Each drawer is on separate controls. You can dedicate the top drawer for dairy while the bottom drawer is for meat service ware. If you have space and decide to have two dishwashers, you can get two 24” wide dishwashers. Another option is to have one full size dishwasher and supplement it with a small 18” wide dishwasher. Miele makes an 18” wide dishwasher that is super quiet and cleans dishes very well. You may also opt for a single dishwasher drawer in addition to a full sized dishwasher. A single Microwave oven can be used for milk and meat provided that a complete cover is used around the food. You will also need separate plastic plate’s places on the bottom or glass turn table. Keeping the unit clean is very important. Counter tops: Counter tops may or may not be able to be koshered depending on your sect. Simply having sets of trivets for dairy, meat and pareve (not meat or dairy) will provide adequate separation of foods. Sinks: If you can’t have two separate sinks, include three separate tubs to be places in the sink. Color code the tubs for meat, dairy and pareve. If you have one sink or a single divided sink, you will need to be cautious about splashing, to keep the meat and dairy particulates apart. You will also need space for separate dish cloths or sponges and dish towels. Again, color coding is extremely helpful and highly suggested. Must Haves: ~Storage space for two sets of dishes, flatware, pans bowls ~Color Code and label where appropriate ~Separate burners dedicate for either meat or dairy ~Separate clean up areas ~Clean environment to avoid contamination between meat and dairy ~A space that functions for how you cook ~A space that reflects you Design and remodel by Design Studio West Brady Architectural Photography