In this Ballard kitchen project, we worked with our clients to upgrade their 1905 Craftsman home. The goal was to create a space that was light, bright, and vibrant while staying true to the character of the home. We used plum marmoleum, an eco-friendly choice, for the flooring, complemented by lavender-gray cabinets and white Carrara polished quartz countertops. To maintain consistency and warmth, we incorporated natural wood elements from the kitchen into the custom cabinets along the kitchen entry way. Additionally, we relocated the fireplace to create an open living room, further enhancing the flow and functionality of the home. This project is a reflection of our clients' aesthetic preferences and highlights the importance of working with clients directly to realize their vision.

Example of a 1950s kitchen design in Portland

Example of a mid-sized minimalist u-shaped enclosed kitchen design in Albuquerque with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Mid-sized minimalist master drop-in bathtub photo in Albuquerque with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls and an undermount sink

The value priced acrylic tub is surrounded by LG Hi-macs panels in white with a corresponding trim in Saturn that matches the countertop. Shower fixtures by Kohler. Photo: A Kitchen That Works LLC

This classic Portland bungalow in the highly desirable Irvington neighborhood has been in the family for generations and lovingly cared for and updated throughout the years. It was now the main floor’s primary bathroom that needed to be addressed. A tight footprint made for some space planning challenges, but what we love so much about this project is that it demonstrates that so much can be done with a small space! Designing a shallower than typical vanity allowed us to extend the cabinetry and countertop as far as the door swing into the room would allow, adding much needed storage to the room. A narrow undermount sink combined with wall mount faucet ensures the vanity remains extremely functional. A tower cabinet at the end frames the sink and mirror, bringing an appreciated moment of symmetry while providing space for electric bathroom products and so much more. Where a two sided tub/shower once lived, now a walk in shower framed in glass makes the space feel, and live, significantly larger than its modest square footage. The use of glass on only the long side, and pony wall with glass above on the short end, visually expands the space allowing the eye to move freely around the room while still providing privacy at the toilet. Marmoleum flooring makes for easy cleaning while mosaic tile on the shower floor ensures traction in the wet environment. A classic penny tile accent around the shower walls, combined with the tile wainscot around the room speak to the classic architecture of the home. The bright and fresh palette is at once lively and calming, youthful and sophisticated, current and timeless!

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Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized transitional galley concrete floor and green floor eat-in kitchen idea in San Francisco with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, granite countertops, green backsplash and an island

Small minimalist single-wall enclosed kitchen photo in Albuquerque with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

After picture of galley kitchen Leather top Granite counters with shaker cabinets, Mini Subway tiles with a black liner and a fun checkerboard linoleum tile floor. Stainless Steel appliances and a Fire Engine Red Stove

Cabinets are rift Red Oak, Australian Lacewood, and Wenge, with curly Sycamore. Behind, a custom cast concrete backsplash in green and purple with a customized Allessi fruit bowl. To the right of the bowing curly Sycamore panel below the prep sink are two custom stainless steel shelves for the most used condiments. They also form pulls for the drawers behind them. The end of the cabinet to the left of the sink swings open with the towel bar as the door pull. Cooking area backsplash to the right, next to the stove is glass back-painted green. Cabinets by John Clark; Colors by Sidney Pettengill ASID.

Once upon a time, this kitchen had ceilings only 8 feet high, only one window, no real storage, and very little light. Now, this glorious, cheery space boasts 10 foot ceilings, three new, giant windows, and incredibly efficient drawer storage with all the bells and whistles a home cook may ask for. This view is of the open appliance garage on the sink wall. It cleverly houses the family's coffee making apparatus'.

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An ADA accessible bathroom on the main floor was designed for elderly visitors and as option for aging in place for the homeowners. A standard shower unit was installed for the moment, and the floor below it is framed for a curbless style roll-in shower should it ever be needed.

Claw-foot bathtub - large contemporary master white tile and subway tile dark wood floor claw-foot bathtub idea in Vancouver with furniture-like cabinets, light wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, beige walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops and a hinged shower door

Walls that separated a number of small rooms at the kitchen entry were removed, opening up the space and allowing for a traditional style mudroom/bench area with white painted paneling, shoe storage, hooks for jackets and a top shelf for baskets.

This classic Portland bungalow in the highly desirable Irvington neighborhood has been in the family for generations and lovingly cared for and updated throughout the years. It was now the main floor’s primary bathroom that needed to be addressed. A tight footprint made for some space planning challenges, but what we love so much about this project is that it demonstrates that so much can be done with a small space! Designing a shallower than typical vanity allowed us to extend the cabinetry and countertop as far as the door swing into the room would allow, adding much needed storage to the room. A narrow undermount sink combined with wall mount faucet ensures the vanity remains extremely functional. A tower cabinet at the end frames the sink and mirror, bringing an appreciated moment of symmetry while providing space for electric bathroom products and so much more. Where a two sided tub/shower once lived, now a walk in shower framed in glass makes the space feel, and live, significantly larger than its modest square footage. The use of glass on only the long side, and pony wall with glass above on the short end, visually expands the space allowing the eye to move freely around the room while still providing privacy at the toilet. Marmoleum flooring makes for easy cleaning while mosaic tile on the shower floor ensures traction in the wet environment. A classic penny tile accent around the shower walls, combined with the tile wainscot around the room speak to the classic architecture of the home. The bright and fresh palette is at once lively and calming, youthful and sophisticated, current and timeless!

This 1901-built bungalow in the Longfellow neighborhood of South Minneapolis was ready for a new functional kitchen. The homeowners love Scandinavian design, so the new space melds the bungalow home with Scandinavian design influences. A wall was removed between the existing kitchen and old breakfast nook for an expanded kitchen footprint. Marmoleum modular tile floor was installed in a custom pattern, as well as new windows throughout. New Crystal Cabinetry natural alder cabinets pair nicely with the Cambria quartz countertops in the Torquay design, and the new simple stacked ceramic backsplash. All new electrical and LED lighting throughout, along with windows on three walls create a wonderfully bright space. Sleek, stainless steel appliances were installed, including a Bosch induction cooktop. Storage components were included, like custom cabinet pull-outs, corner cabinet pull-out, spice racks, and floating shelves. One of our favorite features is the movable island on wheels that can be placed in the center of the room for serving and prep, OR it can pocket next to the southwest window for a cozy eat-in space to enjoy coffee and tea. Overall, the new space is simple, clean and cheerful. Minimal clean lines and natural materials are great in a Minnesotan home. Designed by: Emily Blonigen. See full details, including before photos at https://www.castlebri.com/kitchens/project-3408-1/

This classic Portland bungalow in the highly desirable Irvington neighborhood has been in the family for generations and lovingly cared for and updated throughout the years. It was now the main floor’s primary bathroom that needed to be addressed. A tight footprint made for some space planning challenges, but what we love so much about this project is that it demonstrates that so much can be done with a small space! Designing a shallower than typical vanity allowed us to extend the cabinetry and countertop as far as the door swing into the room would allow, adding much needed storage to the room. A narrow undermount sink combined with wall mount faucet ensures the vanity remains extremely functional. A tower cabinet at the end frames the sink and mirror, bringing an appreciated moment of symmetry while providing space for electric bathroom products and so much more. Where a two sided tub/shower once lived, now a walk in shower framed in glass makes the space feel, and live, significantly larger than its modest square footage. The use of glass on only the long side, and pony wall with glass above on the short end, visually expands the space allowing the eye to move freely around the room while still providing privacy at the toilet. Marmoleum flooring makes for easy cleaning while mosaic tile on the shower floor ensures traction in the wet environment. A classic penny tile accent around the shower walls, combined with the tile wainscot around the room speak to the classic architecture of the home. The bright and fresh palette is at once lively and calming, youthful and sophisticated, current and timeless!

Photo: Rick Keating
Eat-in kitchen - traditional galley eat-in kitchen idea in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, green backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances