The functionality of this spacious kitchen is a far cry from its humble beginnings as a lackluster 9 x 12 foot stretch. The exterior wall was blown out to allow for a 10 ft addition. The daring slab of Calacatta Vagli marble with intrepid British racing green veining was the inspiration for the expansion. Spanish Revival pendants reclaimed from a local restaurant, long forgotten, are a pinnacle feature over the island. Reclaimed wood drawers, juxtaposed with custom glass cupboards add gobs of storage. Cabinets are painted the same luxe green hue and the warmth of butcher block counters create a hard working bar area begging for character-worn use. The perimeter of the kitchen features soapstone counters and that nicely balance the whisper of mushroom-colored custom cabinets. Hand-made 4x4 zellige tiles, hung in a running bond pattern, pay sweet homage to the 1950’s era of the home. A large window flanked by antique brass sconces adds bonus natural light over the sink. Textural, centuries-old barn wood surrounding the range hood adds a cozy surprise element. Matte white appliances with brushed bronze and copper hardware tie in the mixed metals throughout the kitchen helping meld the overall dramatic design.

Mark Lohman
Elegant u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Our clients loved the location of their duplex home with its peak-a-boo ocean view, but their existing kitchen was not suited for their growing family. They wanted a kitchen with a coastal vibe, plenty of storage space, and an eat-in area. We started by bringing the far wall into the kitchen space to accommodate a large panty and communication center for the family. Doing this allowed us to move the refrigerator out of the main traffic area and doubled the amount of storage space. Several new windows were added to bring in natural light. A half wall was moved to allow more countertop area and open up sight lines. The previously awkwardly shaped island was slimmed down to create better flow. There were a few venting challenges to overcome; gas lines and plumbing had to be re-routed without disturbing the unit below. To open up sight lines, soffits were eliminated which allowed the extension of cabinets to the ceiling. To stay within the homeowner’s budget, we match existing scraped flooring by lacing in and repairing patches. The old dining area was too small for table, so we designed and built a custom banquette to maximize the space and take advantage of the outdoor views. The overall space works for family meals as well as entertaining. A light summer palette was used to reflect the shades of the sand, sea and sky. Even though the new kitchen is actually smaller than the original space, its now far more functional and open.

David Kingsbury, www.davidkingsburyphoto.com
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen remodel in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a large timeless l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in St Louis with raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, an island, an undermount sink, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Bethesda, Maryland Traditional Kitchen Design by #JenniferGilmer http://www.gilmerkitchens.com/

This Cardiff Family Kitchen is designed to be a fun central meeting place for many of the days activities. The french doors give everyone direct access to the exterior patio and ocean breezes. while the large picture window overlooks a more intimate patio that holds the spa. The large chefs range serves to be flexible enough to prepare large dinners for entertaining many or everyday family dinners. The center prep island counter suits this floor plan well as it redirects traffic out of the cooking zone while keeping everyone close enough for conversation.

This classic traditional kitchen works perfect in this Tudor home. The previous kitchen was knotty pine and very country. Our client was looking for a modern kitchen that would fit with the traditional exterior of the home. The white perimeter cabinets we took to the ceiling and stacked for a clean line and maximum storage. The large island is perfect for prep work and serving a large buffet when entertaining. The paneled appliances keep the kitchen clean and blend into the adjoining cabinetry. A few special details we included are the pull-out shelves in the built-in pantry, for easy access to the items that usually get lost in the back, and a shallow top drawer under the cooktop, for utensils. This kitchen is perfect for our client.

This modern farmhouse kitchen features reclaimed flooring and island countertop, farmhouse sink, marble countertops, Grabill custom cabinetry, with a unique drawer for tupperware and beautiful table with built in benches. Photography by Eric Roth

Jim Schmid Photography
Large elegant dark wood floor kitchen photo in Charlotte with white backsplash, white walls, an island, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and stainless steel appliances

Whip up some gourmet delights in this gleaming Cook's Kitchen! Perimeter Cabinetry: Modesto in Glacier by Wellborn Island Cabinetry: Modesto in Sienna by Wellborn Perimeter Countertops: Honed Absolute Black Granite Island Countertop: Torquay by Cambria Backsplash: Baroque Stone by Daltile Faucet: Brantford by Moen Flooring: Bellevue Ryman by Shaw

Bob Greenspan
Inspiration for a craftsman medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in Kansas City with recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, blue backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Winner of Best Kitchen 2012 http://www.petersalernoinc.com/ Photographer: Peter Rymwid http://peterrymwid.com/ Peter Salerno Inc. (Kitchen) 511 Goffle Road, Wyckoff NJ 07481 Tel: 201.251.6608 Interior Designer: Theresa Scelfo Designs LLC Morristown, NJ (201) 803-5375 Builder: George Strother Eaglesite Management gstrother@eaglesite.com Tel 973.625.9500 http://eaglesite.com/contact.php

Inspiration for a large timeless u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, an island, raised-panel cabinets and granite countertops

In this middle size town house the kitchen is a very important, central place and it had undergone a full structural remodel. The client had requested a neutral color palette with subdued natural tones. The designer had used two level counter tops to give a hint of separation between kitchen and dining areas but consistency in material gave it a united look.

Modern Architecture, Minimal Accents Sleek geometric pendant lights adorn a clean white kitchen in this modern Scottsdale condo.
Example of a large trendy l-shaped dark wood floor and black floor eat-in kitchen design in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Jim Scmid
Transitional medium tone wood floor kitchen photo in Charlotte with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, white walls and an island

Space planning + photos by Wells Design. Material selections by Blue Hot Design. Carpentry + tile by Nitz Home Improvements.
Example of a classic u-shaped eat-in kitchen design in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Douglas Hill Photography
Enclosed kitchen - large traditional u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen idea in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, paneled appliances, an island, ceramic backsplash and white countertops