Mid-sized minimalist single-wall ceramic tile eat-in kitchen photo in Auckland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, glass sheet backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Jessie Preza
Inspiration for a contemporary dark wood floor kitchen remodel in Jacksonville with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Glideware LLC
Example of a classic kitchen design in Denver

Modern farmhouse bespoke kitchen complete with two-toned cabinets, clean and long hardware, and custom range hood finished to match exposed I beams. Photo by Jeff Herr Photography.

Kitchen - mid-sized farmhouse l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and brown countertops

Photo-Jim Westphalen
Eat-in kitchen - small contemporary galley concrete floor and gray floor eat-in kitchen idea in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, concrete countertops and gray countertops

Kitchen - mid-century modern medium tone wood floor kitchen idea in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Enclosed kitchen - large modern galley porcelain tile and beige floor enclosed kitchen idea in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood countertops, gray backsplash, black appliances, an island, glass sheet backsplash and brown countertops

Kitchen - mid-sized traditional u-shaped ceramic tile kitchen idea in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, yellow backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Large minimalist l-shaped concrete floor eat-in kitchen photo in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, brown backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

This couple wanted to update their tired, old space into a bright and beautiful dream kitchen. Working with our design team, they created an amazing new space that went above and beyond what they could have imagined. The kitchen needed to flow seamlessly to their open living area and needed to incorporate the old with the new. We kept as many original details as possible, but gave everything a fresh new look. The sleek white cabinets and quartz counter-top mix effortlessly with the warm navy blue lower cabinets and detailed scalloped tile backsplash. The neutral floor anchors the room and keeps your eyes drawn to the upper-half of the light-filled space. These days, what’s old is new again, and using brass accents really makes this kitchen on trend. The pendent lighting and drawer pulls add a touch of elegant, classic nostalgia to the space. All these details come together to give this kitchen a subtle nautical feel which brings the home owners much joy.

Inspiration for a large modern l-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Jacob Hand Photography + Motion- Photographer
Example of a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped enclosed kitchen design in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, terra-cotta backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a mid-sized trendy dark wood floor kitchen design in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, quartz countertops, porcelain backsplash, paneled appliances, an island, white countertops, an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets and white backsplash

Dan Murdock
Kitchen - transitional u-shaped kitchen idea in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and paneled appliances

Ema Peters
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen pantry remodel in Vancouver with an undermount sink, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and shaker cabinets

Large trendy l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island, multicolored backsplash and marble backsplash

This renovated brick rowhome in Boston’s South End offers a modern aesthetic within a historic structure, creative use of space, exceptional thermal comfort, a reduced carbon footprint, and a passive stream of income. DESIGN PRIORITIES. The goals for the project were clear - design the primary unit to accommodate the family’s modern lifestyle, rework the layout to create a desirable rental unit, improve thermal comfort and introduce a modern aesthetic. We designed the street-level entry as a shared entrance for both the primary and rental unit. The family uses it as their everyday entrance - we planned for bike storage and an open mudroom with bench and shoe storage to facilitate the change from shoes to slippers or bare feet as they enter their home. On the main level, we expanded the kitchen into the dining room to create an eat-in space with generous counter space and storage, as well as a comfortable connection to the living space. The second floor serves as master suite for the couple - a bedroom with a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom, and an adjacent study, with refinished original pumpkin pine floors. The upper floor, aside from a guest bedroom, is the child's domain with interconnected spaces for sleeping, work and play. In the play space, which can be separated from the work space with new translucent sliding doors, we incorporated recreational features inspired by adventurous and competitive television shows, at their son’s request. MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL. We left the historic front facade of the building largely unchanged - the security bars were removed from the windows and the single pane windows were replaced with higher performing historic replicas. We designed the interior and rear facade with a vision of warm modernism, weaving in the notable period features. Each element was either restored or reinterpreted to blend with the modern aesthetic. The detailed ceiling in the living space, for example, has a new matte monochromatic finish, and the wood stairs are covered in a dark grey floor paint, whereas the mahogany doors were simply refinished. New wide plank wood flooring with a neutral finish, floor-to-ceiling casework, and bold splashes of color in wall paint and tile, and oversized high-performance windows (on the rear facade) round out the modern aesthetic. RENTAL INCOME. The existing rowhome was zoned for a 2-family dwelling but included an undesirable, single-floor studio apartment at the garden level with low ceiling heights and questionable emergency egress. In order to increase the quality and quantity of space in the rental unit, we reimagined it as a two-floor, 1 or 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a modern aesthetic, increased ceiling height on the lowest level and provided an in-unit washer/dryer. The apartment was listed with Jackie O'Connor Real Estate and rented immediately, providing the owners with a source of passive income. ENCLOSURE WITH BENEFITS. The homeowners sought a minimal carbon footprint, enabled by their urban location and lifestyle decisions, paired with the benefits of a high-performance home. The extent of the renovation allowed us to implement a deep energy retrofit (DER) to address air tightness, insulation, and high-performance windows. The historic front facade is insulated from the interior, while the rear facade is insulated on the exterior. Together with these building enclosure improvements, we designed an HVAC system comprised of continuous fresh air ventilation, and an efficient, all-electric heating and cooling system to decouple the house from natural gas. This strategy provides optimal thermal comfort and indoor air quality, improved acoustic isolation from street noise and neighbors, as well as a further reduced carbon footprint. We also took measures to prepare the roof for future solar panels, for when the South End neighborhood’s aging electrical infrastructure is upgraded to allow them. URBAN LIVING. The desirable neighborhood location allows the both the homeowners and tenant to walk, bike, and use public transportation to access the city, while each charging their respective plug-in electric cars behind the building to travel greater distances. OVERALL. The understated rowhouse is now ready for another century of urban living, offering the owners comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values. Photography: Eric Roth Photo

Kitchen remodel has a new window over sink and lots and lots of storage with mostly drawers instead of cabinets. The pullout garbage can and coffee bar are some cool examples of custom elements. The double-think countertops add the custom look the client really loved.