Photo: Lucy Call © 2014 Houzz
Kitchen - modern galley concrete floor kitchen idea in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, white walls, blue backsplash and an island

Example of a cottage l-shaped concrete floor and gray floor kitchen design in Portland with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master gray tile and stone tile bathroom remodel in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, gray walls and marble countertops

Example of a large transitional l-shaped ceramic tile eat-in kitchen design in Vancouver with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Perth with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Example of a classic u-shaped dark wood floor kitchen design in Portland Maine with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, an island and marble backsplash

Photography: Ben Gebo
Example of a small trendy 3/4 white tile and stone tile mosaic tile floor and white floor alcove shower design in Boston with shaker cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops, white cabinets and a hinged shower door

Brad Knipstein
Open concept kitchen - small contemporary galley dark wood floor open concept kitchen idea in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Great kitchen - island gathering
Inspiration for a timeless kitchen remodel in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and brown backsplash

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The homeowners of this mid-century Colonial and family of four were frustrated with the layout of their existing kitchen which was a small, narrow peninsula layout but that was adjoining a large space that they could not figure out how to use. Stealing part of the unused space seemed like an easy solution, except that there was an existing transition in floor height which made that a bit tricky. The solution of bringing the floor height up to meet the height of the existing kitchen allowed us to do just that. This solution also offered some challenges. The exterior door had to be raised which resulted in some exterior rework, and the floor transition had to happen somewhere to get out to the garage, so we ended up “pushing” it towards what is now a new mudroom and powder room area. This solution allows for a small but functional and hidden mudroom area and more private powder room situation. Another challenge of the design was the very narrow space. To minimize issues with this, we moved the location of the refrigerator into the newly found space which gave us an L-shaped layout allowing for an island and even some shallow pantry storage. The windows over the kitchen sink were expanded in size and relocated to allow more light into the room. A breakfast table fits perfectly in the area adjacent to the existing French doors and there was even room for a small bar area that helps transition from inside to outside for entertaining. The confusing unused space now makes sense and provides functionality on a daily basis. To help bring some calm to this busy family, a pallet of soft neutrals was chosen -- gray glass tile with a simple metal accent strip, clear modern pendant lights and a neutral color scheme for cabinetry and countertops. For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Mid-sized cottage u-shaped medium tone wood floor, brown floor, exposed beam, shiplap ceiling and vaulted ceiling eat-in kitchen photo in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops, marble countertops, wood backsplash and gray backsplash

Leslie Murchie
Inspiration for a mid-century modern galley medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in Detroit with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, glass tile backsplash, an island, an undermount sink and gray countertops

Ulrich Designer: Jeannie Fulton Photography by Peter Rymwid Interior Design by Karen Weidner This modern/transitional kitchen was designed to meld comfortably with a 1910 home. This photo highlights the lovely custom-designed and built cabinets by Draper DBS that feature a gray pearl finish that brings an understated elegance to the semblance of a "white kitchen". White calcutta marble tops and backsplashes add to the clean feel and flow of the space. Also featured is a custom designed and manufactured stainless steel range hood by Rangecraft. Contact us at Ulrich for more of the secrets that we hid in this lovely kitchen - there is much much more than meets the eye!

Open concept kitchen - transitional u-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, paneled appliances, two islands and white countertops

Example of a small classic galley dark wood floor enclosed kitchen design in Chicago with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Inspiration for a small modern l-shaped porcelain tile open concept kitchen remodel in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a beach style l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in Charleston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

An open plan kitchen with white shaker cabinets and natural wood island. The upper cabinets have glass doors and frame the window looking into the yard ensuring a light and open feel to the room. Marble subway tile and island counter contrasts with the taupe Neolith counter surface. Shiplap detail was repeated on the buffet and island. The buffet is utilized as a serving center for large events. Photo: Jean Bai / Konstrukt Photo

The contrasting tones of the white Grabill acrylic cabinets, quartz countertops, & dimensional backsplash tile behind the hood with the grays of the wall cabinets, glass backsplash tile, and tone of the stainless hood and oven create an overall visually appealing room. The rectilinear contemporary design is emphasized in the flat panel cabinetry as well as in the backsplash and streamline brushed nickel hardware.