Small transitional l-shaped porcelain tile kitchen photo in New York with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, shaker cabinets and a peninsula

Open concept kitchen - large rustic dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, two islands and granite countertops

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.

Example of a large trendy u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen design in Dallas with shaker cabinets, an island and white cabinets

Photography by Rachael Stollar
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in New York with medium tone wood cabinets, an island, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stone tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Paul Pavot
Example of a transitional dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, an island and subway tile backsplash

The original kitchen was dark and lacked storage space. It was cut off from the rest of the house and needed an update. We removed the wall between the dining room and kitchen and bumped the kitchen out in the rear of the house. We created lots of storage, a new island with seating and added windows bringing in much needed natural light. The kitchen is now a hub of activity for the whole family.

View of kitchen looking back toward seating area. photo: Tracy Witherspoon
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and limestone backsplash

Matthew Niemann Photography
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in Austin

Kitchen - traditional l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen idea in DC Metro with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Rich wood tones let the food be the star of this post and beam log home kitchen. Produced By: PrecisionCraft Log & Timber Homes Photo Credit: Mountain Photographics, Inc.

Southwest l-shaped open concept kitchen photo in Phoenix with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, beige walls and an island

Alan Blakely
Example of a huge transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen design in Salt Lake City with gray cabinets, two islands, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, paneled appliances and white countertops

Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped brick floor kitchen remodel in New Orleans with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue backsplash and an island

We created the light shaft above the island, which allows light in through two new round windows. These openings used to be attic vents. The beams are reclaimed lumber. Lighting and pulls are from Rejuvenation.

Example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped light wood floor, brown floor and coffered ceiling enclosed kitchen design in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Benjamin Moore Super White cabinets, walls and ceiling waterfall edge island quartz counter tops Savoy house pendants Emtek satin brass hardware Thermador appliances - 30" Fridge and 30" Freezer columns, double oven, coffee maker and 2 dishwashers Custom hood with metallic paint applied banding and plaster texture Island legs in metallic paint with black feet white 4x12 subway tile smoke glass double sided fireplace mountain goat taxidermy Currey chandelier acrylic and brass counter stools Shaker style doors with Ovolo sticking raspberry runners oak floors in custom stain marble cheese trays Image by @Spacecrafting

Inspiration for a farmhouse kitchen remodel in Denver