Ryan Garvin
Example of a trendy galley brown floor enclosed kitchen design in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and no island

Ryan Garvin Photography, Robeson Design
Example of a mid-sized urban u-shaped medium tone wood floor and gray floor kitchen design in Denver with an undermount sink, quartzite countertops, stainless steel appliances, no island, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and brown backsplash

Elegant kitchen photo in Minneapolis

Design guiding principles include using a minimalist approach to give this home an organic and modern character. The floor plan compliments the needs of a growing family and the professional telecommuter. Sitting atop a ridge in Belvedere, this home provides miles of hill country views combined with a lot adorned with massive live oaks. The outdoor diving pool brings a splash of comfort on a hot summers day.

A key storage feature in this space is the large built in pantry. full walnut interior, finished with Rubio oil in a custom blend of grays. The desk area has multiple outlets for charging as well as lots of storage. This is the epicenter of the home. Pocket doors close it off and hide any 'work in progress'. Sliding ladder makes upper storage accessible. Photography by Eric Roth

Our clients in Tower Lakes, IL, needed more storage and functionality from their kitchen. They were primarily focused on finding the right combination of cabinets, shelves, and drawers that fit all their cookware, flatware, and appliances. They wanted a brighter, bigger space with a natural cooking flow and plenty of storage. Soffits and crown molding needed to be removed to make the kitchen feel larger. Redesign elements included: relocating the fridge, adding a baking station and coffee bar, and placing the microwave in the kitchen island. Advance Design Studio’s Claudia Pop offered functional, creative, and unique solutions to the homeowners’ problems. Our clients wanted a unique kitchen that was not completely white, a balance of design and function. Claudia offered functional, creative, and unique solutions to Chad and Karen’s kitchen design challenges. The first thing to go was soffits. Today, most kitchens can benefit from the added height and space; removing soffits is nearly always step one. Steely gray-blue was the color of choice for a freshly unique look bringing a sophisticated-looking space to wrap around the fresh new kitchen. Cherry cabinetry in a true brown stain compliments the stormy accents with sharp contrasting white Cambria quartz top balancing out the space with a dramatic flair. “We wanted something unique and special in this space, something none of the neighbors would have,” said Claudia. The dramatic veined Cambria countertops continue upward into a backsplash behind three complimentary open shelves. These countertops provide visual texture and movement in the kitchen. The kitchen includes two larder cabinets for both the coffee bar and baking station. The kitchen is now functional and unique in design. “When we design a new kitchen space, as designers, we are always looking for ways to balance interesting design elements with practical functionality,” Claudia said. “This kitchen’s new design is not only way more functional but is stunning in a way a piece of art can catch one’s attention.” Decorative mullions with mirrored inserts sit atop dual sentinel pantries flanking the new refrigerator, while a 48″ dual fuel Wolf range replaced the island cooktop and double oven. The new microwave is cleverly hidden within the island, eliminating the cluttered counter and attention-grabbing wall of stainless steel from the previous space. The family room was completely renovated, including a beautifully functional entertainment bar with the same combination of woods and stone as the kitchen and coffee bar. Mesh inserts instead of plain glass add visual texture while revealing pristine glassware. Handcrafted built-ins surround the fireplace. The beautiful and efficient design created by designer Claudia transitioned directly to the installation team seamlessly, much like the basement project experience Chad and Karen enjoyed previously. “We definitely will and have recommended Advance Design Studio to friends who are looking to embark on a project small or large,” Karen said. “Everything that was designed and built exactly how we envisioned it, and we are really enjoying it to its full potential,” Karen said. Our award-winning design team would love to create a beautiful, functional, and spacious place for you and your family. With our “Common Sense Remodeling” approach, the process of renovating your home has never been easier. Contact us today at 847-665-1711 or schedule an appointment.

Photography: Christian J Anderson. Contractor & Finish Carpenter: Poli Dmitruks of PDP Perfection LLC.
Enclosed kitchen - mid-sized farmhouse l-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor enclosed kitchen idea in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, slate backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

A kitchen to show the clients love of colour in three show-stopping shades; Paint and Papers 'Plumb brandy' and 'temple', plus Farrow And Ball's 'Charlotte's Locks'. Painted flat panel with handle-less design and open shelving.

Butler Pantry
Large minimalist u-shaped dark wood floor kitchen pantry photo in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, stainless steel appliances and white countertops

White matt kitchen with grey anthracite kitchen island.
Kitchen - huge contemporary single-wall kitchen idea in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue backsplash and an island

Charterhouse No.4 Kitchen Cupboards. Alderman No.60 Kitchen Table. Bond Street No.219 Kitchen Cabinets Kitchen by Middleton Bespoke Interiors.
Kitchen - kitchen idea in London

Huge bespoke larder cabinet with spice racks and vegetable baskets.
Huge trendy ceramic tile eat-in kitchen photo in London with a double-bowl sink, quartz countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

AFTER: KITCHEN | Custom built-in door to hide kitchen appliances | Renovations + Design by Blackband Design | Photography by Tessa Neustadt
Open concept kitchen - large coastal l-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Orange County with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

There’s a place for everything in this Thomasville SuperCabinet™. The combination of pullout drawers and wire door racks ensures that all your essentials are organized and within easy reach.

As kitchens grew larger throughout the 20th century to accommodate new inventions such as automatic washing machines, and smaller rooms like sculleries and larders were incorporated into the kitchen itself, a greater emphasis on utility and function ensued. In the post-war world the urge for a bright new future also made the most of new materials like plastic laminates which changed the face of kitchens in Europe for years to come. We wanted to reverse this trend and introduce a warmer and more liveable kitchen designed around our lifestyles. Bastide was born from this demand for beauty with utility; combining form and function with a continental twist. Capturing the simplicity and charm of a country kitchen, Bastide is timeless, robust and built for a lifetime at the heart of your home, by applying heritage ideas to modern culture.

Greg Premru Photography, Inc
Example of a classic medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Boston with white cabinets, granite countertops, shaker cabinets, paneled appliances and no island

Interior Design: Blackband Design Build: Patterson Custom Homes Architecture: Andrade Architects Photography: Ryan Garvin
Example of a large island style u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen design in Orange County with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and brown countertops

Minimalist kitchen photo in Los Angeles

© Josh Partee 2013
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in Portland