The homeowners were very concerned about over-improving their modest split-level home built in 1961. They liked the “mid-century modern” feel and wanted to enhance that vibe. Top on their wish list was to replace the portable dishwasher with a built-in and add a peninsula for seating and workspace. To keep the labor cost down, the soffits and existing ceiling lighting was left intact. The first option was to keep the existing cabinets; however, the original layout did not allow adequate counter space on either side of the cooktop. After considered the price of new cabinets, they realized the value of having a brand new kitchen. The fun begins in the design phase. We chose the horizontal grain laminate to blend with the color of the existing woodwork in the home. The textured rhomboid shaped tile steals the show when accented with contrasting grout. The kitchen is a little mod and a little hip. And fits in perfectly as today’s “mid-century modern” home.

Large transitional l-shaped brown floor and medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, multicolored backsplash, an island, quartzite countertops, travertine backsplash, stainless steel appliances and white countertops

Alice Washburn Award 2013 - Winner - Accessory Building Charles Hilton Architects Photography: Woodruff Brown
Inspiration for a small country u-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Photography: Tiffany Ringwald Builder: Ekren Construction
Kitchen/dining room combo - mid-sized transitional brown floor kitchen/dining room combo idea in Charlotte

Bespoke inset cabinets custom fit to the compact kitchen use every inch of space. A custom designed arch over the original stained glass window creates the fantastic focal point.

This Pantry has plenty of built-in shelves to store food and appliances alike. The shelves are supported by pipes, which carry the industrial look in from the Kitchen and Dining Room. The neutral palette of white and medium-toned wood remains cohesive with the Kitchen.

Open concept kitchen - small scandinavian l-shaped light wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in New York with open cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, white backsplash and no island

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Eat-in kitchen - traditional l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, multicolored backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

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Inspiration for a large transitional open concept dark wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Chicago with gray walls

Photography: Nathan Schroder
Tuscan l-shaped kitchen photo in Dallas with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, mosaic tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

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Example of a small transitional l-shaped open concept kitchen design in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, brown backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Matte black kitchen counters made of Honed Petit Granite and a blackened steel backsplash provide a sleek low-maintenance space for food preparation. Dan Arnold Photo

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We introduce to you one of our newer services we are providing here at Kitchen Design Concepts: spaces that just need a little reviving! As of recent, we are taking on projects that are in need of minimal updating, as in, spaces that don’t need a full-on remodel. Yes, you heard right! If your space has good bones, you like the layout of your kitchen, and you just need a few cosmetic changes, then today’s feature is for you! Recently, we updated a space where we did just this! The kitchen was in need of a little love, some fresh paint, and new finishes. And if we’re being honest here, the result looks almost as if the kitchen had a full-on remodel! To learn more about this space and how we did our magic, continue reading below: The Before and After First, see what an impact new finishes can make! The “before” image shows a kitchen with outdated finishes such as the tile countertops, backsplash, and cabinetry finish. The “after” image, is a kitchen that looks almost as if its brand new, the image speaks for itself! Cabinetry With the wooden cabinetry in this kitchen already having great bones, all we needed to do was our refinishing process that involved removing door and drawer fronts, sanding, priming, and painting. The main color of the cabinetry is white (Sherwin Williams Pure White 7005) and as an accent, we applied a deep navy blue that really pops in this space (Sherwin Willaims Naval 6244). As a special design element, we incorporated a natural wooden band across the hood which is subtle but adds an element of surprise. Countertops The original countertops in this space were a 12×12 tile with cracks and discolored grout from all the wear and tear. To replace the countertops, we installed a clean and crisp quartz that is not only durable but easy to maintain (no grout here!). The 3cm countertops are a Cambria quartz in a grey-tone color (Carrick). Backsplash Keeping things simple, yet classic, we installed a 3×6 subway tile from Interceramic. The crisp white pairs well with all the other finishes of the space and really brighten the space up! To spice things up, we paired the white tile with a contrasting grout color (Cape Grey) that matches the countertop. This is a simple method to add interest to your white backsplash! Fixtures and Fittings For the fixtures and fittings of the kitchen, we wanted pieces that made a statement. That’s why we selected this industrial style faucet from Brizo! The faucet is a Brizo LITZE™ PULL-DOWN FAUCET WITH ARC SPOUT AND INDUSTRIAL HANDLE (63044LF-BLGL). The matte black paired with the luxe gold elements really make a statement! To match the gold elements of the faucet, we installed cabinetry hardware from Topknobs in the same gold finish. The hardware is a Channing pull TK743HB. Lastly, the large single bowl sink (who doesn’t want a large sink?!) is a great functional touch to the kitchen. The sink is a Blanco Precision 16″ R10 super single with 16″ Drainer in stainless steel (516216).

Photography by Analicia Herrman
Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in Houston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

A snug fit! We managed to squeeze in two full sized waste cans and an Insinkerator disposal and still had room for some cleaning supplies in the pullout drawers. There's no wasted space here! c 2015 Sarah Robertson

Irish Luck Productions Photography, Pete Boehm Construction, Hobbit Construction Designer: Robert Carpenter Traditional design meets the small space kitchen and a need for more storage in this 90+ year-old home. No cabinet space goes to waste with this blind corner pull-out.

Example of a large transitional u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen design in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops