Stacy Goldberg
Mid-sized trendy l-shaped porcelain tile eat-in kitchen photo in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Klopf Architecture and Outer space Landscape Architects designed a new warm, modern, open, indoor-outdoor home in Los Altos, California. Inspired by mid-century modern homes but looking for something completely new and custom, the owners, a couple with two children, bought an older ranch style home with the intention of replacing it. Created on a grid, the house is designed to be at rest with differentiated spaces for activities; living, playing, cooking, dining and a piano space. The low-sloping gable roof over the great room brings a grand feeling to the space. The clerestory windows at the high sloping roof make the grand space light and airy. Upon entering the house, an open atrium entry in the middle of the house provides light and nature to the great room. The Heath tile wall at the back of the atrium blocks direct view of the rear yard from the entry door for privacy. The bedrooms, bathrooms, play room and the sitting room are under flat wing-like roofs that balance on either side of the low sloping gable roof of the main space. Large sliding glass panels and pocketing glass doors foster openness to the front and back yards. In the front there is a fenced-in play space connected to the play room, creating an indoor-outdoor play space that could change in use over the years. The play room can also be closed off from the great room with a large pocketing door. In the rear, everything opens up to a deck overlooking a pool where the family can come together outdoors. Wood siding travels from exterior to interior, accentuating the indoor-outdoor nature of the house. Where the exterior siding doesn’t come inside, a palette of white oak floors, white walls, walnut cabinetry, and dark window frames ties all the spaces together to create a uniform feeling and flow throughout the house. The custom cabinetry matches the minimal joinery of the rest of the house, a trim-less, minimal appearance. Wood siding was mitered in the corners, including where siding meets the interior drywall. Wall materials were held up off the floor with a minimal reveal. This tight detailing gives a sense of cleanliness to the house. The garage door of the house is completely flush and of the same material as the garage wall, de-emphasizing the garage door and making the street presentation of the house kinder to the neighborhood. The house is akin to a custom, modern-day Eichler home in many ways. Inspired by mid-century modern homes with today’s materials, approaches, standards, and technologies. The goals were to create an indoor-outdoor home that was energy-efficient, light and flexible for young children to grow. This 3,000 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom new house is located in Los Altos in the heart of the Silicon Valley. Klopf Architecture Project Team: John Klopf, AIA, and Chuang-Ming Liu 
Landscape Architect: Outer space Landscape Architects 
Structural Engineer: ZFA Structural Engineers 
Staging: Da Lusso Design 
Photography ©2018 Mariko Reed 
Location: Los Altos, CA
 Year completed: 2017

Michelle Peek Photography
Corner shower - mid-sized contemporary white tile and ceramic tile mosaic tile floor corner shower idea in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, a one-piece toilet, white walls, a vessel sink and brown countertops

Kitchen featuring dark charcoal shaker cabinetry, waterfall quartz island with black bar seating, white subway tile backsplash, statement black pendant lights, glass panel upper cabinets, and professional stainless appliances. Parade of Homes Grand Award winner. Photography by Stephen Allen.

Photo by Christopher Carter
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master gray tile and marble tile porcelain tile and gray floor bathroom remodel in Denver with a hinged shower door, black walls, marble countertops and gray countertops

One small window, faux woodgrain cabinets and lots of doors made this closed-off Arlington kitchen feel dark and drab, the total opposite of the vibrant young family of four that lives here. To brighten and open up the small kitchen, we removed the wall separating the dining room, expanded the window above the sink and installed a French door to let even more light in from an adjoining sun room. Light now pours into the kitchen, making it feel welcoming, airy and bright. To accommodate the expanded kitchen, we removed a hulking set of built-ins from the dining room which provided two extra feet to work with. The larger footprint allowed us to relocate major appliances and provide a generous amount of storage and prep space including a food safe butcher block to the right of the range. Natural wood elements such as the chopping block, reclaimed shelves and beautiful new floors add character and warmth to the all-white kitchen. One of the must-haves in this renovation was a farmhouse sink which is a great way to maximize function when a smaller sink base is used. We opted to take the tile backsplash all the way to the ceiling along the window wall, creating a more polished look with the added bonus of making the ceiling feel taller. The subway tiles’ subtle texture adds depth to the simple white-on-white motif and the change to a herringbone pattern behind the range adds visual interest without feeling too busy. A crisp white backdrop is perfect for adding pops of color with dishware, accessories and the family’s vintage stand mixer. The newly renovated kitchen-dining area is much better suited for this family’s active lifestyle and the updated design now complements the rest of their stylish home. Photos by Stacy Zarin Goldberg

Plush Image Corp
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, brown backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Stainless Steel Kitchen backsplash: Eden Mosaic Tile Penny Round Pattern Mosaic Stainless Steel Tile - EMT_056-SIL-SM. The penny round pattern is a popular design of mosaic stainless steel tile that can be used in many applications. The small penny sized pieces create an awe inspiring effect when they come together on a large wall or back splash. Use this tile for stainless steel kitchen backsplashes, accent walls, entrance hallways, office walls, bar areas, bathroom walls, bathroom back splashes, fireplace surrounds, etc. The tiles in this sheet are mounted on a nylon mesh which allows for an easy installation. Residential, commercial and industrial applications. One Color Tile. The color variation on the image is due to lighting effects.

Metal Kitchen backsplash: Eden Mosaic Tile Penny Round Pattern Mosaic Stainless Steel Tile - EMT_056-SIL-SM. The penny round pattern is a popular design of mosaic stainless steel tile that can be used in many applications. The small penny sized pieces create an awe inspiring effect when they come together on a large wall or back splash. Use this tile for stainless steel kitchen backsplashes, accent walls, entrance hallways, office walls, bar areas, bathroom walls, bathroom back splashes, fireplace surrounds, etc. The tiles in this sheet are mounted on a nylon mesh which allows for an easy installation. Residential, commercial and industrial applications. One Color Tile. The color variation on the image is due to lighting effects.

The large master bath included a walk in shower with two styles of marble tile paired to create an inviting and rich style alongside the vintage style tub and lighting.

Kitchen - large coastal galley dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in Jacksonville with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, an island and white countertops

This ensuite bathroom for one of the bedrooms has copper ceramic tiles and complementary ceramic tiles on the floor and wall. All the bathrooms have skylights and windows which help to bring in light and natural ventilation. The vanity is clad in a natural black walnut veneer

Treat yourself to a luxury spa-like master bathroom with all of the amenities in your own home! From full backsplash graphic-tiled walls at the vanity, to upscale vessel sinks, this bathroom will wash all your cares away. Plank hardwood tile floors add a warmth to the black and white contrast characteristic of a true farmhouse.

A large laundry room that is combined with a craft space designed to inspire young minds and to make laundry time fun with the vibrant teal glass tiles. Lots of counterspace for sorting and folding laundry and a deep sink that is great for hand washing. Ample cabinet space for all the laundry supplies and for all of the arts and craft supplies. On the floor is a wood looking porcelain tile that is used throughout most of the home.

Design by Peter Salerno, Tile was bought at Artistic Tile, This was the People's Choice for Best Kitchen by HGTV at KBIS in 2016, the North East Sub Zero Design Competition Regional Winner, as well as an award winner by the NKBA. This kitchen features the color scheme most people think of when they imagine "transitional." We put a twist on it by creating a new door style to break away from the over-done and simplistic shaker door, mixing in a custom hood by Rangecraft, adding some polished tin on the ceiling, and having an entire wall covered in water jet marble tile. This is a truly royal space for people that crave modern design.

DESIGNER: DAVID KILJIANOWICZ PHOTOGRAPHY: JAN CONES
Large trendy u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, black backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This young family began working with us after struggling with their previous contractor. They were over budget and not achieving what they really needed with the addition they were proposing. Rather than extend the existing footprint of their house as had been suggested, we proposed completely changing the orientation of their separate kitchen, living room, dining room, and sunroom and opening it all up to an open floor plan. By changing the configuration of doors and windows to better suit the new layout and sight lines, we were able to improve the views of their beautiful backyard and increase the natural light allowed into the spaces. We raised the floor in the sunroom to allow for a level cohesive floor throughout the areas. Their extended kitchen now has a nice sitting area within the kitchen to allow for conversation with friends and family during meal prep and entertaining. The sitting area opens to a full dining room with built in buffet and hutch that functions as a serving station. Conscious thought was given that all “permanent” selections such as cabinetry and countertops were designed to suit the masses, with a splash of this homeowner’s individual style in the double herringbone soft gray tile of the backsplash, the mitred edge of the island countertop, and the mixture of metals in the plumbing and lighting fixtures. Careful consideration was given to the function of each cabinet and organization and storage was maximized. This family is now able to entertain their extended family with seating for 18 and not only enjoy entertaining in a space that feels open and inviting, but also enjoy sitting down as a family for the simple pleasure of supper together.

This stylish top-floor lounge blends sleek contemporary design with functional luxury. An angled accent wall draws the eye toward a built-in wet bar, complete with black cabinetry, a stone backsplash, and open shelving for display. Large-format porcelain tiles in a matte finish flow seamlessly to expansive black-framed sliding glass doors, opening to a private rooftop terrace with dining and seating space. Neutral tones and clean lines create a sophisticated atmosphere, enhanced by recessed lighting and abundant natural light. Perfect for both entertaining and quiet relaxation, this space combines indoor comfort with effortless outdoor access.

This kitchen features a modern and elegant design with clean lines and warm tones. White cabinetry with brass handles pairs beautifully with a dark, geometric tile backsplash, creating a striking contrast. The island, topped with a white countertop and dark wood base, is complemented by brass fixtures, including the faucet and pendant lights. Natural light from the window enhances the airy feel. The kitchen blends contemporary style with a touch of warmth, making it both functional and stylish.