Example of a small trendy galley dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, glass tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

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Example of a transitional gray floor dedicated laundry room design in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white countertops

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Owner Mark Gruber photographed this decorative white tin ceiling installed by his company Abingdon Construction Inc. in Brooklyn, New York The white tin ceilings was a natural fit for this modern space with brown wood tones, stainless steel applainces and large windows.

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Inspiration for a country l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

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Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped travertine floor and beige floor open concept kitchen remodel in Orange County with medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, multicolored backsplash, an island and white countertops

Small minimalist galley dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, no island and white countertops

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Kitchen - contemporary kitchen idea in Vancouver

Transitional kitchen photo in Chicago

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Enclosed kitchen - country u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen idea in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops

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Kitchen - mid-sized traditional l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen idea in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and quartz countertops

As kitchens grew larger throughout the 20th century to accommodate new inventions such as automatic washing machines, and smaller rooms like sculleries and larders were incorporated into the kitchen itself, a greater emphasis on utility and function ensued. In the post-war world the urge for a bright new future also made the most of new materials like plastic laminates which changed the face of kitchens in Europe for years to come. We wanted to reverse this trend and introduce a warmer and more liveable kitchen designed around our lifestyles. Bastide was born from this demand for beauty with utility; combining form and function with a continental twist. Capturing the simplicity and charm of a country kitchen, Bastide is timeless, robust and built for a lifetime at the heart of your home, by applying heritage ideas to modern culture.

Example of a transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, paneled appliances, an island and gray countertops

Example of a mid-sized classic galley dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

This San Juan Capistrano kitchen remodel shows off a new sleek design with different shades of white and gray. The kitchen island serves great function as well, giving this family a space to gather and eat while cooking.

The spacious kitchen is awash in light colored cabinets along the walls, and anchored by a massive dark stained island.
Huge elegant u-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen photo in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This 1930's Barrington Hills farmhouse was in need of some TLC when it was purchased by this southern family of five who planned to make it their new home. The renovation taken on by Advance Design Studio's designer Scott Christensen and master carpenter Justin Davis included a custom porch, custom built in cabinetry in the living room and children's bedrooms, 2 children's on-suite baths, a guest powder room, a fabulous new master bath with custom closet and makeup area, a new upstairs laundry room, a workout basement, a mud room, new flooring and custom wainscot stairs with planked walls and ceilings throughout the home. The home's original mechanicals were in dire need of updating, so HVAC, plumbing and electrical were all replaced with newer materials and equipment. A dramatic change to the exterior took place with the addition of a quaint standing seam metal roofed farmhouse porch perfect for sipping lemonade on a lazy hot summer day. In addition to the changes to the home, a guest house on the property underwent a major transformation as well. Newly outfitted with updated gas and electric, a new stacking washer/dryer space was created along with an updated bath complete with a glass enclosed shower, something the bath did not previously have. A beautiful kitchenette with ample cabinetry space, refrigeration and a sink was transformed as well to provide all the comforts of home for guests visiting at the classic cottage retreat. The biggest design challenge was to keep in line with the charm the old home possessed, all the while giving the family all the convenience and efficiency of modern functioning amenities. One of the most interesting uses of material was the porcelain "wood-looking" tile used in all the baths and most of the home's common areas. All the efficiency of porcelain tile, with the nostalgic look and feel of worn and weathered hardwood floors. The home’s casual entry has an 8" rustic antique barn wood look porcelain tile in a rich brown to create a warm and welcoming first impression. Painted distressed cabinetry in muted shades of gray/green was used in the powder room to bring out the rustic feel of the space which was accentuated with wood planked walls and ceilings. Fresh white painted shaker cabinetry was used throughout the rest of the rooms, accentuated by bright chrome fixtures and muted pastel tones to create a calm and relaxing feeling throughout the home. Custom cabinetry was designed and built by Advance Design specifically for a large 70” TV in the living room, for each of the children’s bedroom’s built in storage, custom closets, and book shelves, and for a mudroom fit with custom niches for each family member by name. The ample master bath was fitted with double vanity areas in white. A generous shower with a bench features classic white subway tiles and light blue/green glass accents, as well as a large free standing soaking tub nestled under a window with double sconces to dim while relaxing in a luxurious bath. A custom classic white bookcase for plush towels greets you as you enter the sanctuary bath. Joe Nowak

This cozy kitchen on Whitewater Lake, Wis. is full of character. From the the exposed beams and beautiful two-tone cabinets to the hardwood floor and expansive windows, it's simply a gorgeous design and perfect fit for the homeowners. Medallion Cabinetry is used in the popular Potter's Mill flat panel door style with a Sage Vintage finish. Upper pantry cabinets are in the contrasting White Chocolate finish and counters are Caesarstone Quartz color Taj Royale.