Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Our clients and their three teenage kids had outgrown the footprint of their existing home and felt they needed some space to spread out. They came in with a couple of sets of drawings from different architects that were not quite what they were looking for, so we set out to really listen and try to provide a design that would meet their objectives given what the space could offer. We started by agreeing that a bump out was the best way to go and then decided on the size and the floor plan locations of the mudroom, powder room and butler pantry which were all part of the project. We also planned for an eat-in banquette that is neatly tucked into the corner and surrounded by windows providing a lovely spot for daily meals. The kitchen itself is L-shaped with the refrigerator and range along one wall, and the new sink along the exterior wall with a large window overlooking the backyard. A large island, with seating for five, houses a prep sink and microwave. A new opening space between the kitchen and dining room includes a butler pantry/bar in one section and a large kitchen pantry in the other. Through the door to the left of the main sink is access to the new mudroom and powder room and existing attached garage. White inset cabinets, quartzite countertops, subway tile and nickel accents provide a traditional feel. The gray island is a needed contrast to the dark wood flooring. Last but not least, professional appliances provide the tools of the trade needed to make this one hardworking kitchen. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Mike Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Love the look of barn doors? The beauty of natural wood along with our 200WM Wall Mount Door Hardware creates a dramatic impact on this kitchen.

Bedroom - small transitional master brown floor and dark wood floor bedroom idea in New York with gray walls

Mid-sized transitional porcelain tile and multicolored floor powder room photo in Denver with black walls, a vessel sink and wood countertops

Ross Van Pelt
Japanese bathtub - mid-sized modern master white tile and porcelain tile japanese bathtub idea in Cincinnati with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, an undermount sink and white walls

Our team began the master bedroom design by anchoring the room with a dramatic but simple black canopy bed. The next layer was a neutral but textured area rug with a herringbone "zig zag" design that we repeated again in our throw pillows and nightstands. The light wood of the nightstands and woven window shades added subtle contrast and texture. Two seating areas provide ample comfort throughout the bedroom with a small sofa at the end of the bed and comfortable swivel chairs in front of the window. The long simple drapes are anchored by a simple black rod that repeats the black iron element of the canopy bed. The dresser is also black, which carries this color around the room. A black iron chandelier with wooden beads echoes the casually elegant design, while layers of cream bedding and a textural throw complete the design.

Custom home Studio of LS3P ASSOCIATES LTD. | Fred Martin Photography
Inspiration for a timeless medium tone wood floor and brown floor sunroom remodel with a standard ceiling and a stone fireplace

Inspiration for a coastal light wood floor bedroom remodel in Miami with blue walls

Example of a mountain style alcove shower design in Sacramento with an undermount sink, open cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets and white walls

Example of a large farmhouse master blue tile and cement tile brown floor and dark wood floor bathroom design in Charlotte with beige walls, marble countertops, blue cabinets, an undermount sink, gray countertops and shaker cabinets

Designer: Floriana Petersen - Floriana Interiors, Contractor: Steve Werney -Teutonic Construction, Photo: Christopher Stark
Inspiration for a large contemporary women's light wood floor and beige floor walk-in closet remodel in San Francisco with light wood cabinets, white walls and flat-panel cabinets

Freestanding bathtub - large mediterranean master beige tile and stone tile limestone floor and beige floor freestanding bathtub idea with raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets and beige walls

John Woodcock Photography
Kids' bedroom - bedroom transitional boy kids' bedroom idea in Phoenix with multicolored walls

Jason Hartog
Large transitional beige two-story wood gable roof photo in Toronto

Minimalist bathroom photo in Austin

Martin Tessler Photographer
Freestanding bathtub - large contemporary master white tile and stone tile marble floor freestanding bathtub idea in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops and a hinged shower door

gray distressed cabinets, cabin, country home, custom home, double islands, millwork, modern farmhouse, mountain home, natural materials, natural wood, open shelving, wood ceiling, wood flooring

Derek Skalko
Minimalist bathroom photo in Denver with a vessel sink

sam grey, MDK Design Associates
Bathroom - mid-sized modern master white tile and glass tile marble floor bathroom idea in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz countertops, white walls and dark wood cabinets