Elegant kitchen photo in Indianapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, marble countertops, white cabinets, white backsplash, paneled appliances, marble backsplash and white countertops

A 1927 colonial home in Shaker Heights, Ohio, received a breathtaking renovation that required extensive work, transforming it from a tucked away, utilitarian space, to an all-purpose gathering room, a role that most kitchens embrace in a home today. The scope of work changed over the course of the project, starting more minimalistically and then quickly becoming the main focus of the house's remodeling, resulting in a staircase being relocated and walls being torn down to create an inviting focal point to the home where family and friends could connect. The focus of the functionality was to allow for multiple prep areas with the inclusion of two islands and sinks, two eating areas (one for impromptu snacking and small meals of younger family members and friends on island no. two and a built-in bench seat for everyday meals in the immediate family). The kitchen was equipped with all Subzero and Wolf appliances, including a 48" range top with a 12" griddle, two double ovens, a 42" built-in side by side refrigerator and freezer, a microwave drawer on island no. one and a beverage center and icemaker in island no. two. The aesthetic feeling embraces the architectural feel of the home while adding a modern sensibility with the revamped layout and graphic elements that tie the color palette of whites, chocolate and charcoal. The cabinets were custom made and outfitted with beaded inset doors with a Shaker panel frame and finished in Benjamin Moore's OC-17 White Dove, a soft white that allowed for the kitchen to feel warm while still maintaining its brightness. Accents of walnut were added to create a sense of warmth, including a custom premium grade walnut countertop on island no. one from Brooks Custom and a TV cabinet with a doggie feeding station beneath. Bringing the cabinet line to the 8'6" ceiling height helps the room feel taller and bold light fixtures at the islands and eating area add detail to an otherwise simpler ceiling detail. The 1 1/4" countertops feature Calacatta Gold Marble with an ogee edge detail. Special touches on the interiors include secret storage panels, an appliance garage, breadbox, pull-out drawers behind the cabinet doors and all soft-close hinges and drawer glides. A kneading area was made as a part of island no. one for the homeowners' love of baking, complete with a stone top allowing for dough to stay cool. Baskets beneath store kitchen essentials that need air circulation. The room adjacent to the kitchen was converted to a hearth room (from a formal dining room) to extend the kitchen's living space and allow for a natural spillover for family and guests to spill into. Jason Miller, Pixelate

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Elegant l-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

True Professional Series 24" Dual Zone Wine Cabinet & True Professional Series 15" Beverage Dispenser
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What used to be a dated 1980's u-shaped kitchen without any flow or interest is now an open and inviting gathering space with plenty of room to cook and for everyone to sit or walk around. We squared off the bay window area making cabinets with drawers and pull-outs a possibility, plus the extra deep sink cabinet has room for a filtered water/carbonated water system. The side windows are easy to reach, and one is a pass through to the BBQ area. The island doubles as a large dining table and has a prep sink that can also be used by the bar area and refrigerator/microwave/leftovers area without bothering the chef. Also in the island is a Perlick ice maker, wicker pull out baskets for fruits and vegetable and an open bookcase for cookbooks and to tuck away school/homework supplies. All the tall items like the refrigerator, pantry and wall ovens are grouped together to one side to keep the room from getting too choppy. The bar area has a beverage refrigerator and liquor and stemware storage but also has a charging station and drop zone storage since it is next to the door coming from the garage. (Photo credit; Shawn Lober Construction)

Inspiration for a contemporary eat-in kitchen remodel in New York with mosaic tile backsplash, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets and multicolored backsplash

FULL VIEW UV PROTECTED GLASS DOOR STAINLESS STEEL W/ TUBULAR HANDLE 6 SHELVES & FIXED BOTTLE HOLDER LOW VOLTAGE INTERIOR LIGHTING SINGLE TEMPERATURE ZONE APPEARANCE: Full View High Altitude Glass Door w/UV Protection Stainless Steel Design Stainless Tubular Handles(Classic,Platinum,Carbon) CAPACITY: 26 Bottle Capacity CONTROLS: Single Temperature Zone CONVENIENCE FEATURES: Discreet Low Voltage Interior Lighting Optional Filler Strip for 18" Wide Opening MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY: 12 Years Parts - Sealed System 2 Years Parts & Labor 5 Years Parts & Labor -Sealed System RACKS: 6 Standard Shelves (24 Bottle Capacity) Sturdy, Rustproof Shelving Fixed Bottle Holder (2 Bottle Capacity) Accomodates Half- Bottle, 750 ml, Magnum Sizes Roller-Glide Shelves Faced w/ Natural Cherry Wood PRODUCT DIMENSIONS: Depth: 24 Inches Height: 34 1/16 Inches Width: 15 1/8 Inches

What used to be a dated 1980's u-shaped kitchen without any flow or interest is now an open and inviting gathering space with plenty of room to cook and for everyone to sit or walk around. We squared off the bay window area making cabinets with drawers and pull-outs a possibility, plus the extra deep sink cabinet has room for a filtered water/carbonated water system. The side windows are easy to reach, and one is a pass through to the BBQ area. The island doubles as a large dining table and has a prep sink that can also be used by the bar area and refrigerator/microwave/leftovers area without bothering the chef. Also in the island is a Perlick ice maker, wicker pull out baskets for fruits and vegetable and an open bookcase for cookbooks and to tuck away school/homework supplies. All the tall items like the refrigerator, pantry and wall ovens are grouped together to one side to keep the room from getting too choppy. The bar area has a beverage refrigerator and liquor and stemware storage but also has a charging station and drop zone storage since it is next to the door coming from the garage. (Photo credit; Shawn Lober Construction)

Beach house kitchen remodel with shaker style maple cabinets with white enamel uppers, stony bridge bases and carbon enameled island. Viking 6 burner rangetop and Danby beverage center. The island counter top is White Carrara Gioia polished marble, the surrounding counter and rangetop backsplace is Black Marine Honed soapstone.

Fieldstone Cabinetry: Claiborne inset door style; Carbon tinted varnish on Cherry wood.
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What used to be a dated 1980's u-shaped kitchen without any flow or interest is now an open and inviting gathering space with plenty of room to cook and for everyone to sit or walk around. We squared off the bay window area making cabinets with drawers and pull-outs a possibility, plus the extra deep sink cabinet has room for a filtered water/carbonated water system. The side windows are easy to reach, and one is a pass through to the BBQ area. The island doubles as a large dining table and has a prep sink that can also be used by the bar area and refrigerator/microwave/leftovers area without bothering the chef. Also in the island is a Perlick ice maker, wicker pull out baskets for fruits and vegetable and an open bookcase for cookbooks and to tuck away school/homework supplies. All the tall items like the refrigerator, pantry and wall ovens are grouped together to one side to keep the room from getting too choppy. The bar area has a beverage refrigerator and liquor and stemware storage but also has a charging station and drop zone storage since it is next to the door coming from the garage. (Photo credit; Shawn Lober Construction)

Fieldstone Cabinetry: Claiborne inset door style; Carbon tinted varnish on Cherry wood.
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Open concept kitchen - large eclectic l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and brown countertops

The muted monochromatic pallet beautifully transformed this boring kitchen. The island cabinets with its muted greyish blue color set it apart from the rest of the grey cabinets by just giving it some added interest. We refaced all of the cabinets in the main part of the kitchen. We also added a new coffee/beverage area with a lot more storage space for the homeowner. The entire kitchen was done in a mission door in Willow from the Kitchen Solvers Classic Collection line. To complete the new look we also installed a Quartz countertop in Blanca Arabescato and a Carbone Stone Linear backsplash. Now its updated and ready for a young family to entertain and create great memories.

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What used to be a dated 1980's u-shaped kitchen without any flow or interest is now an open and inviting gathering space with plenty of room to cook and for everyone to sit or walk around. We squared off the bay window area making cabinets with drawers and pull-outs a possibility, plus the extra deep sink cabinet has room for a filtered water/carbonated water system. The side windows are easy to reach, and one is a pass through to the BBQ area. The island doubles as a large dining table and has a prep sink that can also be used by the bar area and refrigerator/microwave/leftovers area without bothering the chef. Also in the island is a Perlick ice maker, wicker pull out baskets for fruits and vegetable and an open bookcase for cookbooks and to tuck away school/homework supplies. All the tall items like the refrigerator, pantry and wall ovens are grouped together to one side to keep the room from getting too choppy. The bar area has a beverage refrigerator and liquor and stemware storage but also has a charging station and drop zone storage since it is next to the door coming from the garage. (Photo credit; Shawn Lober Construction)

The wine and beverage center is by Magic Chef. The bar flooring is Platinum luxury vinyl in a Patina Carbon color.
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John G. Wlbanks
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