Our clients had a kitchen that suffered from a lack of natural light, little connection to the dining and entertaining space, and many storage problems. With brand-new cabinetry, one less wall and more durable finishes, we were able to give them the kitchen they've always wanted.

Designer Sarah Robertson of Studio Dearborn helped a neighbor and friend to update a “builder grade” kitchen into a personal, family space that feels luxurious and inviting. The homeowner wanted to solve a number of storage and flow problems in the kitchen, including a wasted area dedicated to a desk, too-little pantry storage, and her wish for a kitchen bar. The all white builder kitchen lacked character, and the client wanted to inject color, texture and personality into the kitchen while keeping it classic.

Island countertop is white macaubus quartzite. Castaway Cabinets Steve Bracci
Example of a large classic u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, shaker cabinets, quartzite countertops and subway tile backsplash

To create a unique kitchen, we take inspiration from the personality of our clients; it’s a collaborative effort to develop the exact look and feel that best suits their lifestyles. The challenge of this kitchen was to re-build the existing kitchen and adjoining full bath, creating a much better flow with plenty of storage for this active family (as they often entertain seaside). The two-toned cabinetry in both white and laguna blue reflected a true beach-feel adorned with a terrific choice of starfish and shell shaped hardware to draw attention to this creative and beautifully transformed seaside kitchen. We remind our clients that in order to be unique, do something unique! And this is nicely demonstrated in both the layout, color scheme and backsplash design details. Our client selected several hand painted decorative ocean creatures for the backsplash, drawing from colors in the room, and this created a truly unique conversation piece! A glint of sparkle from the white quartz countertops brings you closer to the beach in this impressive oceanfront home. From flooring to ceiling, we created a picture perfect beautiful beach house kitchen that is not only functional but provides a relaxed and inviting feel for these seaside owners.

Photography by Mike Kaskel Photography
Example of a mid-sized farmhouse u-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen design with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

An open plan kitchen with white shaker cabinets and natural wood island. The upper cabinets have glass doors and frame the window looking into the yard ensuring a light and open feel to the room. Marble subway tile and island counter contrasts with the taupe Neolith counter surface. Shiplap detail was repeated on the buffet and island. The buffet is utilized as a serving center for large events. Photo: Jean Bai / Konstrukt Photo

Cabinets are a mix of Cherry wood and high gloss painted finish.
Open concept kitchen - mid-sized transitional l-shaped brown floor open concept kitchen idea in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, quartzite countertops, an island and brown countertops

Dan Murdock
Kitchen - transitional u-shaped kitchen idea in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and paneled appliances

Marcie Fry
Example of an ornate kitchen design in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and shaker cabinets

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This kitchen is home to two taller individuals who both use the space equally and requested a taller workspace to comfortably accommodate their needs. The island cabinets are standard 34-1/2” tall but the Iceberg countertops were installed with a 3” build-up to add height to the island. Cabinets on the long wall were designed to break up the wall of white: buffet on the end with walnut-framed glass cabinets and seashell backsplash; double refrigerators in a painted, distressed mahogany finish were pulled forward to simulate texture and depth on the wall; wide pantry cabinets with roll-out drawers sitting on the countertops flank the refrigerators. On the opposite wall, a new window box at the kitchen sink was built to add more countertop behind the sink and to let in more light, adding dimension to the room. The cabinetry in the original existing kitchen was disjointed at the dining room entrance and made the room appear much smaller than it really was. To remedy this, the entry to the dining room from the kitchen was closed up and relocated around the corner from the foyer; 2 simple, stacked columns were built to highlight the new opening. These transitional style columns and wider room openings at the family room and dining room entrances provide an open layout suitable for large groups to mingle comfortably; family room cabinetry and dining room fireplace surround matches kitchen cabinets.

John Evans
Inspiration for a huge timeless u-shaped dark wood floor kitchen remodel in Columbus with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, paneled appliances, an island, granite countertops and stone tile backsplash

antique mirror, corbels, floating shelves, gray inset cabinets, inset kitchen cabinets, polished nickel, porcelain sink, quartz, walnut island,
Eat-in kitchen - large country u-shaped brown floor and dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, quartz countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops, shaker cabinets and gray cabinets

A. Hubbell
Kitchen - transitional u-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen idea in Phoenix with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Updated traditional kitchen on Lake Austin, with cabinets in Sherwin Williams "Greek Villa" and "Iron Ore", and walls in "Neutral Ground".
Kitchen - huge traditional u-shaped brick floor kitchen idea in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Lisa Monteagudo - Photographer
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Traditional kitchen remodel designed by Ron Fisher in Woodbridgde, Connecticut To get more detailed information copy and paste this link into your browser. https://thekitchencompany.com/blog/featured-kitchen-elegant-addition, Photographer, Dennis Carbo

The original kitchen was reconfigured allowing for a large dining area, suitable for children's projects as well. Custom cabinets were installed. Features include a breakfast counter, sprayed conversion lacquer coating and Caesar Stone counter tops with a waterfall edge. All new trims, baseboards, doors, modern lighting and heated, du chateau floors were installed. Bruce Damonte Photography

This kitchen, designed by Richard Perkins of NVS, features Dura Supreme maple cabinetry in Antique White with an Espresso Glaze. Photography: Charles Thomas Design: Richard Perkins, NVS Kitchen & Bath