Inspiration for a large tropical galley medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, an island, white cabinets and turquoise countertops

Another view of the custom dowel dish racks. Rusty Reniers
Example of a mid-sized classic l-shaped travertine floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen design in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile countertops, beige backsplash, limestone backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and beige countertops

Inspiration for a mid-sized cottage u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brick backsplash, stainless steel appliances, beige cabinets, wood countertops, red backsplash and an island

This Boulder, Colorado remodel by fuentesdesign demonstrates the possibility of renewal in American suburbs, and Passive House design principles. Once an inefficient single story 1,000 square-foot ranch house with a forced air furnace, has been transformed into a two-story, solar powered 2500 square-foot three bedroom home ready for the next generation. The new design for the home is modern with a sustainable theme, incorporating a palette of natural materials including; reclaimed wood finishes, FSC-certified pine Zola windows and doors, and natural earth and lime plasters that soften the interior and crisp contemporary exterior with a flavor of the west. A Ninety-percent efficient energy recovery fresh air ventilation system provides constant filtered fresh air to every room. The existing interior brick was removed and replaced with insulation. The remaining heating and cooling loads are easily met with the highest degree of comfort via a mini-split heat pump, the peak heat load has been cut by a factor of 4, despite the house doubling in size. During the coldest part of the Colorado winter, a wood stove for ambiance and low carbon back up heat creates a special place in both the living and kitchen area, and upstairs loft. This ultra energy efficient home relies on extremely high levels of insulation, air-tight detailing and construction, and the implementation of high performance, custom made European windows and doors by Zola Windows. Zola’s ThermoPlus Clad line, which boasts R-11 triple glazing and is thermally broken with a layer of patented German Purenit®, was selected for the project. These windows also provide a seamless indoor/outdoor connection, with 9′ wide folding doors from the dining area and a matching 9′ wide custom countertop folding window that opens the kitchen up to a grassy court where mature trees provide shade and extend the living space during the summer months. With air-tight construction, this home meets the Passive House Retrofit (EnerPHit) air-tightness standard of

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Kitchen - mid-sized transitional l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen idea in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and porcelain backsplash

Large kitchen remodel transformed the space in keeping with the farmhouse style of the home, adding a large working and seating island with undermount copper sink. A large cabinet bank now links the kitchen and adjoining dining space. Photo: Timothy Manning www.manningmagic.com

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Example of a large trendy u-shaped seated home bar design in Orlando with black cabinets, mirror backsplash and flat-panel cabinets

Example of a classic kitchen design in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, gray backsplash, two islands and marble backsplash

Example of a large classic galley light wood floor open concept kitchen design in Other with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Mid-sized beach style u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen photo in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, multicolored backsplash, an island and stainless steel appliances

This close-up of the machine hammered copper backsplash shows the unique texture of the panels, and the seamless outlet cutouts. The combination of the copper splash with the black cabinetry creates a warm, rustic aesthetic. Brooks Custom

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Large trendy l-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor eat-in kitchen photo in Jacksonville with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, marble countertops, metallic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, gray countertops and metal backsplash

This Boulder, Colorado remodel by fuentesdesign demonstrates the possibility of renewal in American suburbs, and Passive House design principles. Once an inefficient single story 1,000 square-foot ranch house with a forced air furnace, has been transformed into a two-story, solar powered 2500 square-foot three bedroom home ready for the next generation. The new design for the home is modern with a sustainable theme, incorporating a palette of natural materials including; reclaimed wood finishes, FSC-certified pine Zola windows and doors, and natural earth and lime plasters that soften the interior and crisp contemporary exterior with a flavor of the west. A Ninety-percent efficient energy recovery fresh air ventilation system provides constant filtered fresh air to every room. The existing interior brick was removed and replaced with insulation. The remaining heating and cooling loads are easily met with the highest degree of comfort via a mini-split heat pump, the peak heat load has been cut by a factor of 4, despite the house doubling in size. During the coldest part of the Colorado winter, a wood stove for ambiance and low carbon back up heat creates a special place in both the living and kitchen area, and upstairs loft. This ultra energy efficient home relies on extremely high levels of insulation, air-tight detailing and construction, and the implementation of high performance, custom made European windows and doors by Zola Windows. Zola’s ThermoPlus Clad line, which boasts R-11 triple glazing and is thermally broken with a layer of patented German Purenit®, was selected for the project. These windows also provide a seamless indoor/outdoor connection, with 9′ wide folding doors from the dining area and a matching 9′ wide custom countertop folding window that opens the kitchen up to a grassy court where mature trees provide shade and extend the living space during the summer months. With air-tight construction, this home meets the Passive House Retrofit (EnerPHit) air-tightness standard of

Large elegant u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Portland with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and shaker cabinets

Kitchen - mid-sized rustic medium tone wood floor kitchen idea in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, multicolored backsplash, porcelain backsplash, an island, light wood cabinets and concrete countertops

The modern details continue throughout the Kitchen. The geometric backsplash in a warm bronze compliment the creamy tones of the cabinets. The eye is drawn in by the stunning granite counter-top of the island with movements of golds, beige, and bronze tones intertwined throughout the slab. It’s a true masterpiece! The mixture of black and gold of the chandelier complete this contemporary space.

Eat-in kitchen - large traditional l-shaped travertine floor eat-in kitchen idea in Seattle with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, wood countertops, metallic backsplash, an island and black appliances

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Eat-in kitchen - large contemporary galley medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, an island, an undermount sink, marble countertops, metallic backsplash, metal backsplash and stainless steel appliances

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Inspiration for a huge mediterranean galley travertine floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Orlando with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, granite countertops, green backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, two islands and beige cabinets