This 80 year old farm house was in need of an update. The kitchen and dining areas were cramped, dark and isolated from one another. The homeowner requested an open floor plan with more storage and space where her children could play while she was busy in the kitchen. Thompson Remodeling flipped the existing positions of the dining room and kitchen and removed walls to open up the space. The new kitchen has bright white cabinets, quartz countertops and an island with a butcher block counter. A custom banquette provides seating and a spot for the kids to play and do homework while its bench doubles as hidden storage. The wet bar in the dining space has loads of pantry space. The existing floors were very uneven, so we used a vinyl plank flooring that would allow more give for installation. It looks just like weathered pine and will offer very easy care for the busy family.

Custom cabinet hardware and metal range hood make this rustic mountain kitchen a centerpiece in the house.
Mountain style l-shaped kitchen photo in Denver with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, brown backsplash, metal backsplash, stainless steel appliances and shaker cabinets

Photography by Lance Holloway.
Large transitional dark wood floor open concept kitchen photo in Birmingham with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Emily Followill
Inspiration for a mid-sized cottage u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Atlanta with an undermount sink, white cabinets, stone slab backsplash, recessed-panel cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, paneled appliances, white countertops and no island

Kitchen - small contemporary kitchen idea in Los Angeles

Boxford, MA kitchen renovation designed by north of Boston kitchen design showroom Heartwood Kitchens. This kitchen includes white painted cabinetry with a glaze and dark wood island. Heartwood included a large, deep boxed out window on the window wall to brighten up the kitchen. This kitchen includes a large island with seating for 4, Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, large pantry cabinets and glass front china cabinet. Island/Tabletop items provided by Savoir Faire Home Andover, MA Oriental rugs from First Rugs in Acton, MA Photo credit: Eric Roth Photography.

Mary Powell Photography This is a Botox Renovations™ for Kitchens. We repainted all the cabinets, added a new chevron marble backsplash, new faucets, new hardware, new orange metal fretwork drum shade pendants, and created a dramatic faux painted copper and distressed blue hood as our focal point.

Interiors by SHOPHOUSE Design Kyle Born Photography
Example of a classic dark wood floor kitchen design in Philadelphia with white cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and beaded inset cabinets

Lake Front Country Estate Kitchen, designed by Tom Markalunas, built by Resort Custom Homes. Photography by Rachael Boling.
Inspiration for a large timeless l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, gray walls and an island

Dura Supreme quarter sawn oak cabinetry with shaker door style and custom hood. The unique items include arched valance on upper cabinets, rustic hardware, and hand made tile. The granite is Golden River. Photography by Stewart Crenshaw.

Photocentric Arts
Kitchen - transitional l-shaped kitchen idea in Austin with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, stainless steel appliances, beige walls and an island

Cooking for Two Location: Plymouth, MN, United States When this couple’s last child graduated from college they began the process of looking for a new home. After a lengthy search they decided to stay with the neighborhood they loved, saving money by remodeling rather than starting over. The top priorities on their wish list were adding character to their 1990’s era home with a classic white kitchen and a larger island while keeping within the existing footprint. With the intention of honing their cooking skills, they were also considering better appliances and two ovens. Challenges and Solutions Design a larger island with seating for at least two. The existing island was small and the area behind the seating was less than recommended clearances. To solve this challenge, the seating area of the island was extended out into the open area of the kitchen. This created a larger island with seating for three, extra storage and a bookshelf across from the range. The original kitchen had a range with microwave above, so adding another oven was a challenge with limited wall space. Because the adjoining dining room is used infrequently, the homeowner was open to placing the second oven and microwave in the walkway. This made room for the small buffet between the built in refrigerator and ovens, creating one of her favorite areas. The client requested a white painted kitchen but wanted to make sure it had warmth and character. To achieve this the following elements were chosen: 1) Cabinets painted with Benjamin Moore Capitol White, a luminous and warm shade of white. 2) The Range hood was painted with warm metallic shades to reflect the bronze of the Ashley Norton hardware. 3) Black Aqua Grantique granite was chosen for countertops because it looks like soapstone and adds contrast. 4) Walker Zanger Café tile in Latte was chosen for it’s handmade look with uneven edges. 5) The to-the-counter-cabinet with glass door shows off serving dishes and lends sophisticated charm. The result is a welcoming classic kitchen, where this couple enjoys cooking more often and sharpening their skills with gourmet appliances. Liz Schupanitz Designs Photographed by: Andrea Rugg Photography

FEATURES All gas. Available in 24", 30", 36", 48" & 60" width sizes. Features NOVA™, ULTRANOVA™, and Simmer Burners for up to 22,000 BTUs. Automatic electronic ignition and re-ignition system. Push-to-turn, infinite setting top burner controls with 130˚ simmer burner. Heavy-duty control knobs. Removable, dishwasher friendly stainless steel drip trays. Full motion grates

Kitchen remodel by M&M Design Studio, beautiful photos by Ben Elsass Photography.
Mid-sized trendy galley porcelain tile enclosed kitchen photo in Cincinnati with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Contemporary kitchen, clean look with glass iridescent tile . Light and bright for a young, on the go couple. Downtown address with great style. Don Anderson

Jason Hulet

Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center | 26767 Agoura Road, Calabasas, CA 91302 (818) 880-0011 | 12050 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA 91604 (818) 755-1111

Hardwood: Natural Maple / Kraus SONOMA COLLECTION. Walls: White cloud Benj. Moore OC-130. Light: Design lighting and fan studio: AC-1471 BZ. Door knob: 101ASH11P ashfield passage knob venetian bronze. Backsplash: Olympia Yukon series 3 by 6, matte white / Grout: #38 avalanche. Custom cabinetry by Deluxe Cabinetry Ltd. Bosch 4-cycle stainless steel dishwasher. Samsung 29 cuft French door refrigerator. GE cafe 30 free standing gas double oven convection range. Stainless steel exhaust hood: Ikea Datid, 802.006.51.

Photography by Eric Roth
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped light wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Boston with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, gray cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island