Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen remodel in Miami with an island, white backsplash, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets and white cabinets

Mia Rao Design created a classic modern kitchen for this Chicago suburban remodel. The dark stain on the rift cut oak, slab style cabinets adds warmth and contrast against the white Calacatta porcelain. The large island allows for seating, prep and serving space. Brass and glass accents add a bit of "pop".

Customize your kitchen with a triple bowl undermount sink, Décor appliances, double ovens, and solid granite countertops. Photo by FlashItFirst.com

Photos by Valerie Wilcox
Eat-in kitchen - large contemporary l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Taylor Photo
Transitional kitchen photo in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Kitchen - traditional kitchen idea in Philadelphia with an island

While this new home had an architecturally striking exterior, the home’s interior fell short in terms of true functionality and overall style. The most critical element in this renovation was the kitchen and dining area, which needed careful attention to bring it to the level that suited the home and the homeowners. As a graduate of Culinary Institute of America, our client wanted a kitchen that “feels like a restaurant, with the warmth of a home kitchen,” where guests can gather over great food, great wine, and truly feel comfortable in the open concept home. Although it follows a typical chef’s galley layout, the unique design solutions and unusual materials set it apart from the typical kitchen design. Polished countertops, laminated and stainless cabinets fronts, and professional appliances are complemented by the introduction of wood, glass, and blackened metal – materials introduced in the overall design of the house. Unique features include a wall clad in walnut for dangling heavy pots and utensils; a floating, sculptural walnut countertop piece housing an herb garden; an open pantry that serves as a coffee bar and wine station; and a hanging chalkboard that hides a water heater closet and features different coffee offerings available to guests. The dining area addition, enclosed by windows, continues to vivify the organic elements and brings in ample natural light, enhancing the darker finishes and creating additional warmth. Photography by Ira Montgomery

Shawn Thomas Creative
Inspiration for an industrial galley light wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Kitchen - mid-sized transitional l-shaped porcelain tile kitchen idea in New Orleans with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, cement tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Photo courtesy of Chipper Hatter
Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, marble countertops, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white backsplash

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in Portland with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Photographer: Alexander Canaria and Taylor Proctor
Mountain style light wood floor open concept kitchen photo in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, stainless steel appliances and an island

Drew Rice, Red Pants Studio
Example of a transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen design in Seattle with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite countertops, beige backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Kimberly Gavin
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped slate floor kitchen remodel in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, gray backsplash, an island, stone slab backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Tom Crane Photography
Country kitchen photo in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige backsplash and colored appliances

Open concept kitchen - large coastal l-shaped light wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Spacecrafting
Eat-in kitchen - farmhouse l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash, white appliances and two islands

Photo by Liz Ramos
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized transitional u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in DC Metro with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, granite countertops, mosaic tile backsplash and an island