Inspiration for a huge transitional galley limestone floor and black floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Phoenix with metallic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, marble countertops, marble backsplash, white countertops and gray cabinets

When we drove out to Mukilteo for our initial consultation, we immediately fell in love with this house. With its tall ceilings, eclectic mix of wood, glass and steel, and gorgeous view of the Puget Sound, we quickly nicknamed this project "The Mukilteo Gem". Our client, a cook and baker, did not like her existing kitchen. The main points of issue were short runs of available counter tops, lack of storage and shortage of light. So, we were called in to implement some big, bold ideas into a small footprint kitchen with big potential. We completely changed the layout of the room by creating a tall, built-in storage wall and a continuous u-shape counter top. Early in the project, we took inventory of every item our clients wanted to store in the kitchen and ensured that every spoon, gadget, or bowl would have a dedicated "home" in their new kitchen. The finishes were meticulously selected to ensure continuity throughout the house. We also played with the color scheme to achieve a bold yet natural feel.This kitchen is a prime example of how color can be used to both make a statement and project peace and balance simultaneously. While busy at work on our client's kitchen improvement, we also updated the entry and gave the homeowner a modern laundry room with triple the storage space they originally had. End result: ecstatic clients and a very happy design team. That's what we call a big success! John Granen.

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Angie Seckinger
Example of a classic kitchen design in DC Metro with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets and wood countertops

Awesome shot by Steve Schwartz from AVT Marketing in Fort Mill.
Example of a large transitional single-wall light wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen design in Charlotte with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, limestone countertops, multicolored backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and multicolored countertops

Inspiration for a large rustic u-shaped dark wood floor kitchen remodel with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, blue backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Stone: Autumn Leaf - RoughCut RoughCut mimics limestone with its embedded, fossilized artifacts and roughly cleaved, pronounced face. Shaped for bold, traditional statements with clean contemporary lines, RoughCut ranges in heights from 2″ to 11″ and lengths from 2″ to over 18″. The color palettes contain blonds, russet, and cool grays. Get a Sample of RoughCut: http://shop.eldoradostone.com/products/rough-cut-sample

Large cottage u-shaped brown floor and light wood floor kitchen photo in Baltimore with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, white backsplash, an island, soapstone countertops, glass tile backsplash and paneled appliances

Photo by Thom Greene
Inspiration for a shabby-chic style multicolored floor kitchen remodel in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets and blue cabinets

© Josh Partee 2013
Example of a trendy eat-in kitchen design in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash and slate backsplash

This industrial-style pull combines functionality with creative design.
Example of a mid-sized urban home design design

Wilson Design & Construction, Laurey Glenn
Inspiration for a cottage u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, blue backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white cabinets

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Open concept kitchen - huge contemporary l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in DC Metro with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, marble backsplash and gray countertops

Matthew Niemann Photography
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Austin with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, a farmhouse sink, marble countertops and stone tile backsplash

Great room kitchen with sumptuous oak island, copper fixtures and lighting, white farm sink and white subway tiles, glazed cabinets, and an arched window.

Nat Rea
Inspiration for a coastal l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen remodel in Providence with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Our clients and their three teenage kids had outgrown the footprint of their existing home and felt they needed some space to spread out. They came in with a couple of sets of drawings from different architects that were not quite what they were looking for, so we set out to really listen and try to provide a design that would meet their objectives given what the space could offer. We started by agreeing that a bump out was the best way to go and then decided on the size and the floor plan locations of the mudroom, powder room and butler pantry which were all part of the project. We also planned for an eat-in banquette that is neatly tucked into the corner and surrounded by windows providing a lovely spot for daily meals. The kitchen itself is L-shaped with the refrigerator and range along one wall, and the new sink along the exterior wall with a large window overlooking the backyard. A large island, with seating for five, houses a prep sink and microwave. A new opening space between the kitchen and dining room includes a butler pantry/bar in one section and a large kitchen pantry in the other. Through the door to the left of the main sink is access to the new mudroom and powder room and existing attached garage. White inset cabinets, quartzite countertops, subway tile and nickel accents provide a traditional feel. The gray island is a needed contrast to the dark wood flooring. Last but not least, professional appliances provide the tools of the trade needed to make this one hardworking kitchen. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Mike Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Kat Alves-Photographer
Inspiration for a mid-sized farmhouse l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white cabinets and marble countertops

Inspiration for a small scandinavian l-shaped kitchen remodel in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and white backsplash