We love a kitchen transformation because it really impacts a family's lives! This bright and airy kitchen was dark and dated and in desperate need of an upgrade to accommodate a busy family. What used to be a 70s glass block wall is now the dramatic stone backsplash and a new rich blue island brings color and lots of extra storage to the space. We used beautiful custom counter stools to make the island a gathering or work-from-home spot, while the built-in banquette provides a comfortable setting for breakfast. There's a built-in coffee station with a metal mesh panel near the beverage center. We mixed soft brushed brass and matte black metal finishes for the hardware and plumbing.

An open plan kitchen with white shaker cabinets and natural wood island. The upper cabinets have glass doors and frame the window looking into the yard ensuring a light and open feel to the room. marble subway tile and island counter contrasts with the taupe Neolith counter surface. Photo: Jean Bai / Konstrukt Photo

Enclosed kitchen - mediterranean galley dark wood floor enclosed kitchen idea in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Zac Seewald
Example of a trendy l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen design in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash and an island

Photography: Andy Frame
Inspiration for a huge transitional medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Miami with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, two islands and light wood cabinets

CreativeShot Photography / Christophe Testi
Eat-in kitchen - large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in San Francisco with an undermount sink, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, gray backsplash and granite countertops

Inspiration for a timeless medium tone wood floor and brown floor seated home bar remodel in New York with furniture-like cabinets

Family room - large rustic enclosed carpeted family room idea in Kansas City with beige walls, no fireplace and no tv

White kitchen design
Example of a transitional dark wood floor kitchen design in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, beige backsplash and an island

Traditional custom kitchen Photo by Marcel Page Photography
Large elegant galley dark wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a shabby-chic style galley medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in Baltimore with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and an island

This Cape Cod house on Hyannis Harbor was designed to capture the views of the harbor. Coastal design elements such as ship lap, compass tile, and muted coastal colors come together to create an ocean feel. Photography: Joyelle West Interior Designer: Christine Granfield Kitchen Designer: Donna Gavin

Holger Obenaus
Example of a transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen design in Charleston with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, quartz countertops, black backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, glass-front cabinets and red countertops

This client wanted their Terrace Level to be comprised of the warm finishes and colors found in a true Tuscan home. Basement was completely unfinished so once we space planned for all necessary areas including pre-teen media area and game room, adult media area, home bar and wine cellar guest suite and bathroom; we started selecting materials that were authentic and yet low maintenance since the entire space opens to an outdoor living area with pool. The wood like porcelain tile used to create interest on floors was complimented by custom distressed beams on the ceilings. Real stucco walls and brick floors lit by a wrought iron lantern create a true wine cellar mood. A sloped fireplace designed with brick, stone and stucco was enhanced with the rustic wood beam mantle to resemble a fireplace seen in Italy while adding a perfect and unexpected rustic charm and coziness to the bar area. Finally decorative finishes were applied to columns for a layered and worn appearance. Tumbled stone backsplash behind the bar was hand painted for another one of a kind focal point. Some other important features are the double sided iron railed staircase designed to make the space feel more unified and open and the barrel ceiling in the wine cellar. Carefully selected furniture and accessories complete the look.

island counter cantilevered to form dining area. photo: scott hargis
Example of a mid-sized trendy u-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor kitchen design in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, white backsplash, white walls and an island

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Example of a large trendy u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen design in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, white walls, an island, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash and stone slab backsplash

Modern Chelsea Pied-à-terre | Renovation & Interior Design by Brett Design as seen in New York Cottages and Gardens. This open floor plan Manhattan apartment features custom furniture and rug from Brett Design including an elegant custom breakfast bar that brilliantly spans the entry and living area.

Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in Vancouver