Photo: Vicki Bodine
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in New York with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

The simple lines of Denali and Hilton come together for a sensible approach to modern style; designed to complement today's busy lifestyle. Denali's textured surface offers rich dimensional flair, while Hilton adds a touch of glimmer with a reflective gloss surface. Both finishes come together on the island as a design focal point offering seating, a second sink and generous storage.

For a client with an enthusiastic appreciation of retro design, this sunny ode to kitchens of the past is a cheerful and comforting retreat for today. The client wanted a kitchen that creatively expressed her fun, unconventional taste while providing all the modern conveniences of a contemporary home. Space was borrowed from an existing office to provide more open area and easier navigation in the kitchen. Bright, optimistic yellow sets the tone in the room, with retro-inspired appliances in buttery yellow chosen as key elements of the design. A generous apron-front farm sink gleams with clean white enameled cast iron and is outfitted with a rare retro faucet with spray and scrub brush attachments. Black trim against the yellow ceramic tile countertops defines the kitchen’s lines. Simple maple cabinetry painted white with black ceramic knobs provides a modern level of storage. Playful positioning of contrasting tiles on the floor presents a modern, quirky interpretation of the traditional checkerboard pattern in this classic kitchen with an original point of view.

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Arts and crafts kitchen photo in Portland with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in New York

Custom drawer partitions provide the ultimate in organization. Guests can easily help themselves!
Huge eclectic kitchen photo in San Francisco

IIiar Rizaj Photography
Large elegant l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen photo in New York with white cabinets, quartzite countertops, paneled appliances, an island, white backsplash and beaded inset cabinets

Example of a classic beige floor mudroom design in Columbus with beige walls and a white front door

Complete renovation of a 1900s Queen Anne Victorian kitchen in the tiny town of Moulton, TX. Interior Design by Sarah Stacey Interior Design -Photo by Erin Williamson

Treve Johnson Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized craftsman u-shaped light wood floor enclosed kitchen remodel in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Regan Wood Photography
Transitional white floor mudroom photo in New York with beige walls and a white front door

View the house plans at: http://houseplans.co/house-plans/2472 Photos by Bob Greenspan

Luxury condo with dressing room closet custom fitted to the owner's belongings. Every bit of the space was used for efficiency but the mirrored door fronts keep it fresh and bright.

Example of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped dark wood floor enclosed kitchen design in Boston with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Townhouse renovation in Brooklyn: We redesigned the rear end of the house as an expanded family kitchen with a back door to the deck. We also added a new connection from the entrance hall to the kitchen and fit a small powder room under the stairs. The old windows and doors were replaced with new, larger ones, and the entire kitchen was gutted and refitted with new cabinetry and a banquette dining area. The space was designed to take advantage of the bright southern exposure, with lots of white materials, grounded by the dark base cabinets. Photos by Maletz Design

Photos by Courtney Apple
Example of a mid-sized classic ceramic tile and black floor eat-in kitchen design in Newark with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

Kitchen drawers organized using drawer dividers to store K Cups, coffee, and tea.
Kitchen - transitional ceramic tile kitchen idea in Richmond with white cabinets, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

  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