photographed by VJ Arizpe, designers at Design House in Houston.
Example of a large transitional l-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Houston with white cabinets, concrete countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, shaker cabinets, white walls and paneled appliances

Example of a transitional powder room design in Denver

Remodel by Tricolor Construction Interior Design by Maison Inc. Photos by David Papazian
Large elegant u-shaped gray floor kitchen pantry photo in Portland with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, gray cabinets, blue backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and black countertops

Photo Finish - David Meadows
Mid-sized trendy dark wood floor kitchen photo in Boise with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass sheet backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and blue backsplash

Example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor eat-in kitchen design in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and multicolored countertops

Kitchen - traditional medium tone wood floor kitchen idea in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an island and stainless steel appliances

This client came to us with a very clear vision of what she wanted, but she needed help to refine and execute the design. At our first meeting she described her style as somewhere between modern rustic and ‘granny chic’ – she likes cozy spaces with nods to the past, but also wanted to blend that with the more contemporary tastes of her husband and children. Functionally, the old layout was less than ideal with an oddly placed 3-sided fireplace and angled island creating traffic jams in and around the kitchen. By creating a U-shaped layout, we clearly defined the chef’s domain and created a circulation path that limits disruptions in the heart of the kitchen. While still an open concept, the black cabinets, bar height counter and change in flooring all add definition to the space. The vintage inspired black and white tile is a nod to the past while the black stainless range and matte black faucet are unmistakably modern. High on our client’s wish list was eliminating upper cabinets and keeping the countertops clear. In order to achieve this, we needed to ensure there was ample room in the base cabinets and reconfigured pantry for items typically stored above. The full height tile backsplash evokes exposed brick and serves as the backdrop for the custom wood-clad hood and decorative brass sconces – a perfect blend of rustic, modern and chic. Black and brass elements are repeated throughout the main floor in new hardware, lighting, and open shelves as well as the owners’ curated collection of family heirlooms and furnishings. In addition to renovating the kitchen, we updated the entire first floor with refinished hardwoods, new paint, wainscoting, wallcovering and beautiful new stained wood doors. Our client had been dreaming and planning this kitchen for 17 years and we’re thrilled we were able to bring it to life.

Euro-style Calico Hickory cabinets, Brown Sugar stain, Golden Crystal granite.
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless l-shaped light wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island, multicolored backsplash and matchstick tile backsplash

A luxurious, modern kitchen featuring a striking marble waterfall island, light wood flat-panel cabinetry, and a full-height marble backsplash with dramatic veining. The sleek black faucet and undermount sink sit centered on the island, complemented by a designer linear chandelier. Integrated appliances, including a built-in refrigerator and professional range, provide a streamlined, high-end aesthetic. Symmetrical cabinetry flanks the bold black range hood, creating a balanced and visually captivating design.

The kitchen was planned to preserve generous work surface while integrating major appliances into the cabinetry. Undercounter freezer storage reduces the need for bulky full-height appliances, while a 36-inch full-height refrigerator, 48-inch range and wall oven support both daily cooking and larger gatherings.

Mid-sized elegant l-shaped eat-in kitchen photo in Boston with an undermount sink and quartzite countertops

This sophisticated bar area is a stunning balance of modern elegance and functional design. The deep grey cabinetry establishes a bold yet timeless foundation, beautifully contrasted by warm wood open shelves and rich gold fixtures. The striking 2" thick shelves not only add a statement but also provide a perfect showcase for curated décor and glassware. A key design challenge was seamlessly complementing the warm wood flooring while maintaining a contemporary aesthetic. This was achieved through a carefully selected quartz countertop and full-height backsplash, which add a luxurious and cohesive touch. The upper cabinets with glass doors enhance storage while keeping the space visually open and airy. This Crystal Current design maximizes storage without compromising on style. The thoughtful integration of a built-in beverage cooler, elegant hardware, and a layered lighting scheme elevates the space, making it both highly functional and visually striking.

Photo Credit: © John Cole Photography
Inspiration for a timeless u-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in DC Metro with an island, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash and paneled appliances

Interior Designer: Allard & Roberts, Architect: Retro + Fit Design, Builder: Osada Construction, Photographer: Shonie Kuykendall
Example of a large trendy light wood floor open concept kitchen design with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

The Curbly #remodel added a #countertop above the washer and dryer for a place to fold #laundry.
Small transitional single-wall ceramic tile laundry room photo with white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white countertops

Photos provided by: Obeo Inc. http://www.obeo.com Cabinets by: Kitchen Crafters Inc, Altamonte Springs, Fl.

This timeless transitional kitchen blends classic design with modern functionality. White shaker perimeter cabinets are paired with Cambria Gladstone quartz countertops and a full-height backsplash for a seamless, polished look. A contrasting black shaker island seats three and is topped with the same quartz, anchoring the space with elegance and practicality. Key features include a large wood-scooped custom vent hood over a 48" Wolf range, a 36" Thermador refrigerator, and full-height cabinetry for maximum storage. A hidden microwave behind a lift-up appliance garage keeps counters clutter-free, while thoughtful storage—like a 12" spice pull-out, lazy Susan, trash pull-out, and deep 36" drawers with custom organizers—maximizes efficiency. The brushed brass Top Knobs hardware adds warmth and contrast against the cabinetry, complemented by a matte black Kohler Crue faucet and black Blanco undermount sink. Light wood flooring and floating shelves soften the space, while a large window floods the kitchen with natural light—eliminating the need for pendant lighting over the island and maintaining clean sightlines. A perfect balance of beauty and function, this kitchen was designed for modern living with timeless appeal.

## Spatial Composition & Architectural Volume This is a kitchen conceived less as a service zone than as a precisely calibrated architectural volume, resolved through an L-configuration of full-height cabinetry that terminates against a monolithic island set on an intentional diagonal to the orthogonal grid of the herringbone flooring. The island's waterfall treatment — a slab returning to the floor in a single unbroken plane — functions as both a peninsular counter and a piece of quasi-sculptural infrastructure, its overhang generating a shallow banquette-adjacent seating zone without resorting to a conventional breakfast bar. Above, a coffered soffit executed in flush drywall with a continuous cove-lit reveal establishes a datum line that both compresses and defines the working core, while the adjacent tray ceiling reads as a distinct volume, spatially decoupling the kitchen from the living room beyond. That threshold is the composition's most disciplined gesture: a wide cased opening framed in mitered rift-cut oak paneling, its architrave articulated as a shadow-gapped reveal rather than applied trim, drawing a deep enfilade sightline through to the window wall, its Roman shades, and the mid-rise cityscape beyond. Millwork here performs structurally as well as visually — the oak-clad pilasters and the fluted, hand-carved textural panel at right operate as pseudo-columnar elements, organizing the plan into legible bays. ## Materiality, Color & Texture The palette is constructed on a deliberate dialectic between two wood registers. The envelope employs a pale, quarter-sawn white oak with a honeyed, faintly amber undertone, its figure suppressed and its finish matte, functioning as a luminous neutral ground. Against this, the cabinetry deploys a deeply fumed or ebonized ash — likely a heavily lacquered, open-grain veneer — where the cathedral figuring is exaggerated into near-graphic striation and the high-gloss sheen produces a lacquered, almost Art Deco lustre. This contrast of value (blonde against bitter chocolate) and of sheen (matte against specular) is the project's principal tension. Mediating between them is the stone: a white quartzite or dolomitic marble with soft grey-taupe veining and a distinctly warm, cream-adjacent field, book-matched across the full-height backsplash and repeated on the island slab, its subtly honed surface refusing the glare of a polished finish. Metallic accents are restrained and consistently warm — satin brass on the pendant canopies and stool footrails, blackened bronze on the hardware, glazing frames, and the stools' slender tubular frames. Textiles introduce a low-frequency counterpoint: nubby bouclé upholstery on the sectional, a striated woven sheer at left, ikat-patterned cushions, and a tonal blue-grey geometric rug that supplies the only chromatic departure from the room's ochre-to-espresso spectrum. ## Lighting, Atmosphere & Style Profile The lighting scheme is layered with unusual rigor. Daylight is admitted obliquely, filtered through the plaid-toned Roman shades of the adjacent living room, so the kitchen receives it secondhand — soft, directional, and already warmed. Artificial light works in three tiers: the recessed cove uplighting that grazes the soffit and dissolves the ceiling's edges; concealed under-cabinet illumination that renders the stone backsplash as a glowing plane; and the pair of spun-brass disc pendants suspended on slender blackened stems, whose downward-facing diffusers deliver a controlled pool of task light while their polished undersides register as small suns in the composition. The absence of visible downlight clutter is notable and disciplined. The resulting atmosphere is enveloping and low-glare — cosseting rather than clinical — with a distinctly residential, almost salon-like decorum reinforced by the framed genre painting hung casually on the oak paneling, a curatorial gesture that domesticates the kitchen decisively. Stylistically, the project reads as **Warm Modernist Luxe**, drawing on the vocabulary of high-craft European cabinetry and mid-century Milanese interiors: the grain-forward veneers, brass discs, and slender bronze seating carry a whisper of 1970s Italian sophistication, while the flush detailing, shadow-gap reveals, and rigorous suppression of ornament situate it firmly in contemporary practice. It is tailored rather than austere — a demonstration that minimalist discipline and material sensuality need not be adversaries.

This modern farmhouse kitchen features a beautiful combination of Navy Blue painted and gray stained Hickory cabinets that’s sure to be an eye-catcher. The elegant “Morel” stain blends and harmonizes the natural Hickory wood grain while emphasizing the grain with a subtle gray tone that beautifully coordinated with the cool, deep blue paint. The “Gale Force” SW 7605 blue paint from Sherwin-Williams is a stunning deep blue paint color that is sophisticated, fun, and creative. It’s a stunning statement-making color that’s sure to be a classic for years to come and represents the latest in color trends. It’s no surprise this beautiful navy blue has been a part of Dura Supreme’s Curated Color Collection for several years, making the top 6 colors for 2017 through 2020. Beyond the beautiful exterior, there is so much well-thought-out storage and function behind each and every cabinet door. The two beautiful blue countertop towers that frame the modern wood hood and cooktop are two intricately designed larder cabinets built to meet the homeowner’s exact needs. The larder cabinet on the left is designed as a beverage center with apothecary drawers designed for housing beverage stir sticks, sugar packets, creamers, and other misc. coffee and home bar supplies. A wine glass rack and shelves provides optimal storage for a full collection of glassware while a power supply in the back helps power coffee & espresso (machines, blenders, grinders and other small appliances that could be used for daily beverage creations. The roll-out shelf makes it easier to fill clean and operate each appliance while also making it easy to put away. Pocket doors tuck out of the way and into the cabinet so you can easily leave open for your household or guests to access, but easily shut the cabinet doors and conceal when you’re ready to tidy up. Beneath the beverage center larder is a drawer designed with 2 layers of multi-tasking storage for utensils and additional beverage supplies storage with space for tea packets, and a full drawer of K-Cup storage. The cabinet below uses powered roll-out shelves to create the perfect breakfast center with power for a toaster and divided storage to organize all the daily fixings and pantry items the household needs for their morning routine. On the right, the second larder is the ultimate hub and center for the homeowner’s baking tasks. A wide roll-out shelf helps store heavy small appliances like a KitchenAid Mixer while making them easy to use, clean, and put away. Shelves and a set of apothecary drawers help house an assortment of baking tools, ingredients, mixing bowls and cookbooks. Beneath the counter a drawer and a set of roll-out shelves in various heights provides more easy access storage for pantry items, misc. baking accessories, rolling pins, mixing bowls, and more. The kitchen island provides a large worktop, seating for 3-4 guests, and even more storage! The back of the island includes an appliance lift cabinet used for a sewing machine for the homeowner’s beloved hobby, a deep drawer built for organizing a full collection of dishware, a waste recycling bin, and more! All and all this kitchen is as functional as it is beautiful! Request a FREE Dura Supreme Brochure Packet: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure