Large Frost colored island with a thick counter top gives a more contemporary look.
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen remodel in New York with paneled appliances, an island, an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, white countertops and shaker cabinets

Example of a classic kitchen design in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a transitional galley dark wood floor kitchen remodel in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Eat-in kitchen - transitional light wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen idea in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash and white countertops

Bart Edson
Example of a transitional l-shaped light wood floor kitchen design in San Francisco with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, blue backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized country slate floor and gray floor eat-in kitchen idea in Boston with a single-bowl sink, blue cabinets, limestone countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Beautifully done Guest Bathroom. Subway tile is in a herringbone patterned and repeated on the floor. Painted vanity in a soft gray. Photo by Amanda Keough

Large transitional l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen photo in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, recessed-panel cabinets, quartz countertops and stone tile backsplash

C.L. Fry Photo
Example of a mid-sized transitional master gray tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile freestanding bathtub design in Austin with furniture-like cabinets, gray cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink and quartz countertops

This classic kitchen has a white cabinetry that is offset with a second, grey finish on the island. Overall, the cabinet style is traditional with an ornate door style. There is also a mix of natural and engineered stone, including a marble backsplash, granite countertops and a quartzite island countertop. The large island also has seating, a prep sink and plenty of storage.

Beauty in the Details Project Details Designer: Amy Van Wie Cabinetry: Brookhaven I – Frameless Cabinetry Wood: Maple Finishes: Antique White on Perimeter; Distressed Black Espresso Glaze on Island Door: Perimeter – Edgemont Recessed; Island – Edgemont Raised Countertop: Grey Soapstone Awards 2013 Parade of Homes, Pinnacle Homes-Best Kitchen 2013 NKBA Tri-State Award Columbia Cabinets designed the cabinetry for this stunning home that was featured in the 2013 Parade of Homes and is a multi-award design winner. After the initial meet with the clients and Witt Construction, I began to think about how the space could work. The cabinets were crafted with Edgemont Recessed doors in maple with an antique white finish…a perfect selection for the kitchen’s traditional/coastal design. For countertop, I suggested modern grey soapstone. With a nod to today’s popular trend to mix and match finishes, the island was completed in a black espresso glaze distressed finish with maple Edgemont Raised doors. What really distinguishes this project is the attention to the details. Along the refrigerator wall, the shelf area has lowered seeded mullion glass cabinets and a valance. This created an airy, open look within the space. The bead board accents and corbels throughout the kitchen complete the design.

Large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Roberto Garcia Photography
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Los Angeles with an island, a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, white countertops, gray backsplash and subway tile backsplash

This little laundry room uses hidden tricks to modernize and maximize limited space. The main wall features bumped out upper cabinets above the washing machine for increased storage and easy access. Next to the cabinets are open shelves that allow space for the air vent on the back wall. This fan was faux painted to match the cabinets - blending in so well you wouldn’t even know it’s there! Between the cabinetry and blue fantasy marble countertop sits a luxuriously tiled backsplash. This beautiful backsplash hides the door to necessary valves, its outline barely visible while allowing easy access. Making the room brighter are light, textured walls, under cabinet, and updated lighting. Though you can’t see it in the photos, one more trick was used: the door was changed to smaller french doors, so when open, they are not in the middle of the room. Door backs are covered in the same wallpaper as the rest of the room - making the doors look like part of the room, and increasing available space.

Large cottage l-shaped marble floor and gray floor kitchen photo in Wilmington with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, an island, quartz countertops, black appliances and black countertops

Photo by Peter Dressel Interior design by Christopher Knight Interiors christopherknightinteriors.com
Large elegant single-wall porcelain tile eat-in kitchen photo in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash, white appliances and no island

Bright, open kitchen and refinished butler's pantry Photo credit Kim Smith
Kitchen - large transitional porcelain tile and brown floor kitchen idea with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, black backsplash, subway tile backsplash, an island and multicolored countertops

Norman Sizemore
Small trendy u-shaped concrete floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen photo in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island, quartzite countertops, glass tile backsplash and brown countertops

This creative transitional space was transformed from a very dated layout that did not function well for our homeowners - who enjoy cooking for both their family and friends. They found themselves cooking on a 30" by 36" tiny island in an area that had much more potential. A completely new floor plan was in order. An unnecessary hallway was removed to create additional space and a new traffic pattern. New doorways were created for access from the garage and to the laundry. Just a couple of highlights in this all Thermador appliance professional kitchen are the 10 ft island with two dishwashers (also note the heated tile area on the functional side of the island), double floor to ceiling pull-out pantries flanking the refrigerator, stylish soffited area at the range complete with burnished steel, niches and shelving for storage. Contemporary organic pendants add another unique texture to this beautiful, welcoming, one of a kind kitchen! Photos by David Cobb Photography.