Jane Beiles
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped light wood floor enclosed kitchen remodel in New York with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This house was a very small mid-century bungalow with previous additions that resulted in a large but chaotic layout. The owners wanted to convert the house to a super-efficient, and charming Craftsman-style, 6 bedroom home for their large family and work at home. We achieved the space needs by moving a few walls for a more efficient, organized layout, setting up spaces for overlapping uses, and making a small upstairs addition. Every bit of square footage was optimized to meet the goals of the project without making the house huge or adding unnecessary cost. Much thought was given to the entry sequence near the front door. A large flow-through mudroom with storage for each family member, and adjacent laundry, make it easy for children to be taught to keep their things organized and to contribute to household chores. A mail station and central home admin area at the mudroom help keep clutter down at other areas and minimize home management tasks. A garage door near the kitchen gives quick access to bulk items. The existing house had too much view to the street from the living room through large corner windows, and too little entry transition, to the extent that the family did not feel comfortable using the living room much without shades drawn. We raised the window sills and brought the new windows in from the corner of the house, allowing plenty of light while protecting privacy and a sense of enclosure in the living room. We enlarged the front porch to create a more graceful transition from the public to private space. We located the front door so that the circulation from entry into the house would allow for furnishing the living room with a sitting circle that is not intruded upon by people walking through the room. Sight lines through the living spaces were an important consideration in the design. The owners wanted discreet spaces for living room, kitchen, dining and family room, but also wanted the living spaces to feel connected and to be able to easily watch their children. Being able to see the children playing in the yard while getting things done inside the house was also important. While largely working with the existing structure, we opened walls and rearranged the use of spaces to make a series of connected living spaces with long views through them. The character of the remodeled house is a contemporary Craftsman with classic materials and cool, consistent colors. A few arches echo through the house to frame spaces and soften the feeling of the rooms. Photography: Kurt Manley https://saikleyarchitects.com/portfolio/bungalow-expansion/

Trendy l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Minimalist kitchen photo in Philadelphia

Example of a trendy galley kitchen design in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances

Complete Renovation
Small minimalist u-shaped light wood floor open concept kitchen photo in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

This contemporary kitchen is designed for accessibility and ease of use for everyone in the family, including the mother who uses an electric wheelchair. It won 4 National First Place awards and an Honorable Mention for Universal Design and Aging in Place. Photographer - Brian Vogel

Photo Credit: Tiffany Ringwald Photography
Example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall porcelain tile and gray floor wet bar design in Charlotte with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, white countertops and subway tile backsplash

Minimalist galley open concept kitchen photo with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets and an island

Kitchen - country dark wood floor kitchen idea in Nashville with beige cabinets, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Renovation by Craven Construction
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped light wood floor kitchen remodel in Providence with a double-bowl sink, gray cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This low profile microwave vent hood was a winner here! The customer is thrilled to have a microwave, have all that extra storage and still be able to vent outside.

Sleek and contemporary ‪Crown Point Kitchen‬ finished in Ellie Gray. Photo by Crown Point Cabinetry
Example of a large transitional l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, gray cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Philippe Clairo
Small farmhouse l-shaped vinyl floor kitchen pantry photo in Calgary with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Mid-sized trendy l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a large timeless single-wall porcelain tile and multicolored floor eat-in kitchen remodel in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and solid surface countertops

We added a cool touch to this rustic mountain kitchen through rugged metals and matte gray countertops. Organic wooden accents stand out against the soft white paneled walls and unique glassware perched on the open display shelves. Plenty of natural light and the open floor plan keeps the kitchen from looking dark or heavy. Designed by Michelle Yorke Interiors who also serves Seattle as well as Seattle's Eastside suburbs from Mercer Island all the way through Issaquah. For more about Michelle Yorke, click here: https://michelleyorkedesign.com/

Inspiration for a coastal l-shaped light wood floor kitchen remodel in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Transitional single-wall wet bar photo in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, pink backsplash and gray countertops