Jaime Alverez
Living room - mid-sized transitional enclosed dark wood floor and brown floor living room idea in Philadelphia with beige walls, a corner fireplace, a plaster fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Modern family loft renovation. A young couple starting a family in the city purchased this two story loft in Boston's South End. Built in the 1990's, the loft was ready for updates. ZED transformed the space, creating a fresh new look and greatly increasing its functionality to accommodate an expanding family within an urban setting. Improvement were made to the aesthetics, scale, and functionality for the growing family to enjoy. Photos by Eric Roth. Construction by Ralph S. Osmond Company. Green architecture by ZeroEnergy Design.

Example of a transitional l-shaped brown floor kitchen design in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and white countertops

Kitchen island with corrugated metal. Corrugated metal back splash. Custom light fixture designed and fabricated by owner.
Example of a mid-sized mountain style l-shaped concrete floor and gray floor eat-in kitchen design in Seattle with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, an island, a farmhouse sink, metallic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, multicolored countertops and granite countertops

The clients described their aesthetic as casual with rustic, country flare. Early involvement in the design and construction of the addition allowed us to have significant input to the placement of the columns that separate the kitchen from the dining area. The columns were used to set up symmetry in the room with the cooktop and hood at the center, and windows were placed around the room for an even distribution of natural light and views. Green was chosen for the buffet unit to keep the white cabinetry from overwhelming the dining area while providing a visual break between the similarly stained table and island. It also helps meld the colors between the slate porcelain tile and wood floors. Photo: Ilir Rizaj

Mid-sized trendy u-shaped slate floor open concept kitchen photo in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, wood countertops, multicolored backsplash, black appliances, a peninsula, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, ceramic backsplash and beige countertops

This smart kitchen renovation in Silver Spring, Maryland, involved removing three walls and a centrally located powder room and a closet. The powder room was relocated into the original closet area, and the patio door moved nearby. The main window was enlarged to create an anchor and focal point for the new kitchen as well as to enhance the view onto the lovely backyard. An angled island keeps the room feeling spacious and open, and a corner pantry was designed so as not to lose precious storage space.

The original breakfast room was removed and the corner corner squared off a the site of the new sink. The removal of the wall dividing the kitchen and dining areas allowed the kitchen to expand and accommodate the open concept floor plan. The result is an amazingly comfortable & beautiful space in which to cook & entertain.

Photographed by Kyle Caldwell
Eat-in kitchen - large modern l-shaped light wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in Salt Lake City with white cabinets, solid surface countertops, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops, an undermount sink and flat-panel cabinets

This project began with an entire penthouse floor of open raw space which the clients had the opportunity to section off the piece that suited them the best for their needs and desires. As the design firm on the space, LK Design was intricately involved in determining the borders of the space and the way the floor plan would be laid out. Taking advantage of the southwest corner of the floor, we were able to incorporate three large balconies, tremendous views, excellent light and a layout that was open and spacious. There is a large master suite with two large dressing rooms/closets, two additional bedrooms, one and a half additional bathrooms, an office space, hearth room and media room, as well as the large kitchen with oversized island, butler's pantry and large open living room. The clients are not traditional in their taste at all, but going completely modern with simple finishes and furnishings was not their style either. What was produced is a very contemporary space with a lot of visual excitement. Every room has its own distinct aura and yet the whole space flows seamlessly. From the arched cloud structure that floats over the dining room table to the cathedral type ceiling box over the kitchen island to the barrel ceiling in the master bedroom, LK Design created many features that are unique and help define each space. At the same time, the open living space is tied together with stone columns and built-in cabinetry which are repeated throughout that space. Comfort, luxury and beauty were the key factors in selecting furnishings for the clients. The goal was to provide furniture that complimented the space without fighting it.

Cabinets and Woodwork by Marc Sowers. Photo by Patrick Coulie. Home Designed by EDI Architecture.
Example of a huge mountain style l-shaped concrete floor eat-in kitchen design in Albuquerque with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood countertops, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, stone tile backsplash and an island

Design: Ambiance Interiors / Build: EDR Design Build / Photography: Agnieszka Jakubowicz
Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, black backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops

Huge transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and gray countertops

Mike Schwartz Photography
Transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

The challenge with this project was to transform a very traditional house into something more modern and suited to the lifestyle of a young couple just starting a new family. We achieved this by lightening the overall color palette with soft grays and neutrals. Then we replaced the traditional dark colored wood and tile flooring with lighter wide plank hardwood and stone floors. Next we redesigned the kitchen into a more workable open plan and used top of the line professional level appliances and light pigmented oil stained oak cabinetry. Finally we painted the heavily carved stained wood moldings and library and den cabinetry with a fresh coat of soft pale light reflecting gloss paint. Photographer: James Koch

This kitchen is a prime example of beautifully designed functionality. From the spacious maple butcher block island & eating bar to the roll-up pass through window for outdoor entertaining, the space can handle whatever situation the owners throw at it. The Espresso stain on these Medallion cabinets of Cherry wood really anchors the whimsy of the yellow bar stools and the ginger-tone checkerboard Marmoleum floor. Cabinets designed and installed by Allen's Fine Woodworking Cabinetry and Design, Hood River, OR. Photos by Zach Luellen Photography LLC

Living room - large modern open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room idea in Boston with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv

Inspiration for a cottage l-shaped light wood floor kitchen remodel in Other with marble countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops, shaker cabinets, white cabinets and subway tile backsplash

Reclaimed Chestnut cabinetry reaches all the way to the ceiling in a door over door configuration. Photo Credit: Crown Point Cabinetry
Inspiration for a rustic l-shaped brick floor kitchen remodel in Burlington with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash and subway tile backsplash