The new kitchen is not only more open and airy, but a window was knocked out to put in a dutch door that leads to the new deck.
Transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen photo in New York with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite countertops, mirror backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Kitchen - country kitchen idea in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white appliances and white countertops

Goals While their home provided them with enough square footage, the original layout caused for many rooms to be underutilized. The closed off kitchen and dining room were disconnected from the other common spaces of the home causing problems with circulation and limited sight-lines. A tucked-away powder room was also inaccessible from the entryway and main living spaces in the house. Our Design Solution We sought out to improve the functionality of this home by opening up walls, relocating rooms, and connecting the entryway to the mudroom. By moving the kitchen into the formerly over-sized family room, it was able to really become the heart of the home with access from all of the other rooms in the house. Meanwhile, the adjacent family room was made into a cozy, comfortable space with updated fireplace and new cathedral style ceiling with skylights. The powder room was relocated to be off of the entry, making it more accessible for guests. A transitional style with rustic accents was used throughout the remodel for a cohesive first floor design. White and black cabinets were complimented with brass hardware and custom wood features, including a hood top and accent wall over the fireplace. Between each room, walls were thickened and archway were put in place, providing the home with even more character.

Small elegant l-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Chicago with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, multicolored backsplash, stone tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

For more information on elements of this design please contact Lilia Fulton of Narrative Interiors: lilia.fulton@gmail.com Robert J. Schroeder Photography©2012

Inspiration for a transitional dining room remodel in Seattle

galley style kitchen
Example of an arts and crafts galley eat-in kitchen design in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

A contemporary collection of terrazzo dining tables designed for modern residential and hospitality interiors. Featuring distinctive aggregate patterns and natural stone-inspired surfaces, the tables bring texture and visual character to dining rooms, cafés, restaurants, bistros and boutique spaces.

Kitchen - transitional kitchen idea in Calgary

Outdoor living space in backyard features a fire pit and a cement tile fountain.
White two-story house exterior photo in Sacramento

Example of a tuscan kitchen design in Houston

A contemporary collection of terrazzo dining tables designed for modern residential and hospitality interiors. Featuring distinctive aggregate patterns and natural stone-inspired surfaces, the tables bring texture and visual character to dining rooms, cafés, restaurants, bistros and boutique spaces.

Example of a transitional kitchen design in DC Metro with granite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and white countertops

A new life for the beach cottage complete with starfish backslash.
Example of a large country u-shaped ceramic tile and gray floor eat-in kitchen design with a farmhouse sink, marble countertops, white backsplash, glass tile backsplash, colored appliances, an island and recessed-panel cabinets

Overlooking the rear garden and wetland beyond stands the conservatory, which sits as a distinct glass object on a stone base- its transparency evokes a large and limitless space within.

Photo: Charles Davis Smith, AIA
Small urban backyard concrete paver patio photo in Dallas with a roof extension

This Palm Beach Gardens, FL home is a contemporary masterpiece. With a cream bedroom with dark accents, bold wall decor and built-ins, and a clean kitchen, this home has a clean sophisticated feel.

Screened in porch with Ipe decking photo: Carolyn Watson Boardwalk Builders, Rehoboth Beach, DE www.boardwalkbuilders.com
Mid-sized beach style screened-in back porch idea with decking and a roof extension

photography by Andrea Calo
Example of a huge transitional backyard outdoor kitchen deck design in Austin with a roof extension