Open concept kitchen - mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped ceramic tile open concept kitchen idea in Edmonton with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Texas Mesquite is a popular choice for island tops, countertops and custom tables. Wood species: Texas Mesquite Construction method: edge grain Edge profile: Softened Finish: Tung Oil/Citrus solvent finish Island top by: DeVos Custom Woodworking

A 1920s colonial in a shorefront community in Westchester County had an expansive renovation with new kitchen by Studio Dearborn. Countertops White Macauba; interior design Lorraine Levinson. Photography, Timothy Lenz.

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Example of a study space and large trendy gender-neutral medium tone wood floor and beige floor kids' study room design in Miami with white walls

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Example of a large classic l-shaped gray floor and concrete floor dedicated laundry room design in Salt Lake City with green cabinets, a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, white walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Elegant medium tone wood floor foyer photo in New York with a white front door and yellow walls

Drystack stone walls anchor the kitchen. As one of the central focuses of the home, it nourishes the soul as much as the body. Over-sized appliances accommodate gatherings of just about any size and the cabinetry and pantries all engage the fabric of the home so that they feel integral to it's identity. Photography by Kim Sargent Photography

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Example of a mid-sized trendy l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, an undermount sink, marble backsplash and marble countertops

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Inspiration for a transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash and white countertops

The mudroom runs alongside of the rear patio, linking the kitchen to the original coach house that was on the property. The coach house was converted into a garage and a home theater. The mudroom features ample, easily accessible storage to organize clutter before it has the chance to reach into the rest of the house. Likewise a stacked washer and dryer (which complement those in the main laundry room on the second floor) capture muddy uniforms and the like. Closed cabinets hold additional coat storage, brooms, and cleaning supplies. A frosted glass panel door can close off views to the mudroom from the kitchen.

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Country tile screened-in back porch idea in New Orleans with a roof extension

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped brown floor and concrete floor kitchen remodel in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and an island

This structural kitchen remodel in Newport Beach pairs modern functionality with relaxed coastal style
Beach style u-shaped vinyl floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and white countertops

Enclosed kitchen - small traditional u-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen idea in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and red walls

Small elegant u-shaped terra-cotta tile kitchen pantry photo in Austin with open cabinets, copper countertops, an integrated sink, blue backsplash, glass tile backsplash and no island

These homeowners relocated to Indianapolis and wanted a traditional home in the Meridian Hills area that offered family living space off the kitchen. “It’s what we were used to, but we had trouble finding exactly what we were looking for.” They spent a lot of time thinking about the possibilities of a remodel. They had space both within and outside the house that were under-utilized and decided to embark on a significant renovation project. We endeavored to completely rework the current floor plan in hopes of addressing all their needs and wants. Plans included relocating the kitchen, moving the exterior walls by a couple of feet, raising the ceiling, and moving the office. The results of these changes were dramatic. Additionally the family now enjoys a larger and updated entrance with storage and closets that is perfect for their two active daughters and two often muddy labs, a beautiful kitchen with improved functionality that is filled with tons of natural light, as well as a cozy hearth room, ideal for relaxing together as a family. The once neglected screened porch is now a unique and inviting office with workspace for everyone. Once these improvements were made the view to the back of the house was now apparent, the couple decided to enhance their outdoor living space as well. We added a new patio, a custom pergola, water feature and a fire pit. “Now it’s a private spot to relax and connect with the outdoors. It really highlights the style of the house and we love it,” says the homeowner.

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Having a space for their teenage kids to hang out after school, study and interact with Mom & Dad was at the top of the list for this remodel. The 1928 home, sits in a lovely Glen Ellyn neighborhood, near downtown and near all the action of the local high school and lake. It’s was a great house with great bones but the kitchen was in need of some TLC. The remodel project had been a long time coming, and since both the homeowners work from home, they had been nervous about disrupting their bustling daily schedules to get the project in motion. Once we had a plan in place, we dug in and got to work. The first step was to remove a non-load bearing wall between the kitchen and dining room. We then reworked the space a bit, eliminating a redundant passage way to the hall, and reworking a closet to allow for a large galley style kitchen and small bar area open to the dining room. The new kitchen has a small peninsula for the family to have casual meals and for the kids to hang out after school. A window was eliminated to give more space for cabinetry and storage, and another window was made larger to allow for a grander view into the backyard. We decided upon a layered approach to this space to provide character appropriate to the older home. White painted cabinetry provides a backdrop for interesting touches such as gray herringbone tile, a reeded farmhouse sink and bronze hardware and lighting. The bar has its own unique look featuring gray cabinetry with a patterned cement tile backsplash and walnut top. A bar fridge, glass cabinets and baskets for tucking away homework give this little multi-functional area loads of character. A miniature mudroom area was also added to the dining room so that the new space can be kept neat and tidy. The stylish result looks both appropriate to the 1928 home and provides loads of functionality for this active family that can now take advantage of every square inch their home. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Alan Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

photo by Todd Mason, Halkin Photography
Mid-sized trendy light wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, open cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, wood countertops, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island