Andrea Calo
Transitional l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen photo in Austin with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, white appliances, an island and quartz countertops

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped marble floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Miami with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, quartzite countertops, brown backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Large dark wood floor kitchen photo in Salt Lake City with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash and subway tile backsplash

Inspiration for a mid-sized 1960s l-shaped brown floor kitchen pantry remodel in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white backsplash and an island

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional enclosed kitchen remodel in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble countertops, beige backsplash and stainless steel appliances

The new kitchen space was once the ill-conceived location of a guest bath and a closet for the master bedroom. We solved the layout issue by placing the kitchen where the guest bath was and a new guest bath in the former location of the kitchen. This opened the living, dining and kitchen area of the home to create a space that is ideal for entertaining.

Mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped marble floor eat-in kitchen photo in Orange County with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a large transitional l-shaped marble floor eat-in kitchen design in Orlando with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface countertops, stainless steel appliances and an island

San Diego kitchen remodel to update a mid 1980's Scripps Ranch home using craftsman painted maple cabinets and exotic granite countertops. The full height granite splash behind the cooktop creates a unique focal point for this inviting kitchen. Remodeled by: Miramar Kitchen & Bath, Designed by: Deborah Wand, AKBD, CID, ASID

  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The homeowners came to us looking to update the kitchen in their historic 1897 home. The home had gone through an extensive renovation several years earlier that added a master bedroom suite and updates to the front façade. The kitchen however was not part of that update and a prior 1990’s update had left much to be desired. The client is an avid cook, and it was just not very functional for the family. The original kitchen was very choppy and included a large eat in area that took up more than its fair share of the space. On the wish list was a place where the family could comfortably congregate, that was easy and to cook in, that feels lived in and in check with the rest of the home’s décor. They also wanted a space that was not cluttered and dark – a happy, light and airy room. A small powder room off the space also needed some attention so we set out to include that in the remodel as well. See that arch in the neighboring dining room? The homeowner really wanted to make the opening to the dining room an arch to match, so we incorporated that into the design. Another unfortunate eyesore was the state of the ceiling and soffits. Turns out it was just a series of shortcuts from the prior renovation, and we were surprised and delighted that we were easily able to flatten out almost the entire ceiling with a couple of little reworks. Other changes we made were to add new windows that were appropriate to the new design, which included moving the sink window over slightly to give the work zone more breathing room. We also adjusted the height of the windows in what was previously the eat-in area that were too low for a countertop to work. We tried to keep an old island in the plan since it was a well-loved vintage find, but the tradeoff for the function of the new island was not worth it in the end. We hope the old found a new home, perhaps as a potting table. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Beach style eat-in kitchen photo in Philadelphia with stainless steel appliances, subway tile backsplash, a farmhouse sink, granite countertops, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash and black countertops

Cabinetry: Sollera Fine Cabinetry Material: Exotic Veneer - Wenge
Example of a mid-sized trendy l-shaped medium tone wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen design in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

This tropical kitchen takes advantage of good views and an open floor plan for frequent hosting of guests. The octagonal shaped island allows the homeowner to simultaneously cook and entertain in a teppanyaki style atmosphere. Guests are given a front-row seat to the action. A built-in, bamboo storage bench with matching table provides additional seating and a comfortable breakfast nook in the mornings.

Trendy galley kitchen photo in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and white countertops

Photo: Large 7 foot island with exotic wood cabients and a seamless waterfall counter edge. Large sliding barn door to separate dining/wine room from kitchen, all with great rustic floors that can take the lifestyle of a busy family with 2 teenage boys!

Inspiration for a timeless eat-in kitchen remodel in Minneapolis with a double-bowl sink

photography by Rob Karosis
Example of a large classic l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen design in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Example of a mountain style kitchen design in Denver with dark wood cabinets, multicolored backsplash, stone slab backsplash and an island

Beautiful white kitchen with marble countertop island centerpiece.
Large transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Other with a farmhouse sink, an island, stainless steel appliances, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stone tile backsplash and marble countertops