Inspiration for a rustic l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen remodel with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets and an island

Kitchen - mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in New York with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white backsplash, paneled appliances, an island, white countertops, an undermount sink, quartzite countertops and stone slab backsplash

When my clients purchased this charming 1940's home in the Seattle neighborhood of Wedgwood, they were amazed by how intact the original kitchen was. It was like a perfect time capsule. The color palette was avocado green and buttercream yellow. The highlights were an original retro built-in banquette and vintage oven! The challenge we faced (besides the awesome but dated finishes) was the closed floor plan typical in this era of homes and the lack of storage. So, we opened the kitchen to the adjacent dining and living room, bringing it up to speed with modern-day living. In opening it up, we also walled off a doorway that went from the kitchen to the hallway, but it was completely unnecessary and allowed us to gain an entire wall of cabinets that didn't exist previously. For the finishes, we kept it classic with mostly gray and white but brought in a little flare and interest with the herringbone backsplash and brushed brass finishes because who doesn't love a little gold? Also, we added color with the finishing details like the rug and countertop decor because those things are a great way to add interest and warmth to a space and can be easily changed when it's time for a fresh new look.

Pinnacle Mountain Homes ©Darren Edwards Photographs
Mountain style galley medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen photo in Denver with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets and an island

A waterfall counter wraps the end of the wood-front island. Across the aisle, a white hood rises between tall glass-front cabinets with wood-toned interiors.

Example of a large farmhouse l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen design in Salt Lake City with white cabinets, white backsplash, black appliances, an island and gray countertops

The classic white and gray kitchen offers the chef top of the line appliances, ample work space and serious storage! photo by Rob Karosis Collaboration team: CJ Architects; Chinburg Builders and Jon Emond Designs

Example of a transitional u-shaped dark wood floor kitchen design in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash and a peninsula

The beautiful pendants over this island provide general lighting but also add a unique element to this transitional kitchen.
Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Photography by Benjamin Benschneider
Large minimalist l-shaped concrete floor and gray floor open concept kitchen photo in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, glass sheet backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

By taking over the former butler's pantry and relocating the rear entry, the new kitchen is a large, bright space with improved traffic flow and efficient work space.

This countryside kitchen includes a beautiful blue statement island, which adds originality to the classic space. The cabinetry is made by Downsview and the design is done through Astro Design Centre in Ottawa Canada. Astro Design, Ottawa DoubleSpace Photography

Example of a classic dark wood floor kitchen design in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Kibbey Muffy
Transitional u-shaped light wood floor kitchen photo in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and marble backsplash

Low Country Vacation Cottage Texture is abundant in the kitchen, including octagonal marble wall tiles, quartz countertops, weathered-wood balustrades and leather-seat bar stools.

Treve Johnson Photography
Mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped dark wood floor enclosed kitchen photo in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, stone tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Remodel of a 1960's condominium to modernize and open up the space to the view. Ambrose Construction. Michael Dickter photography.
Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped concrete floor kitchen remodel in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

An apron front sink and mesh inset shaker cabinets add vintage style while a white on white palette keeps the look clean and bright in this compact kitchen update. Photos by Photo Art Portraits

Cabinets: Custom ShowHouse 1" inset in Frosty White Perimeter Countertops: Caesarstone Pebble Island Countertop & Range Backsplash: Calcite Iceberg Emily O'brien Photography