Peter Lyons
Example of a mid-century modern living room design in San Francisco

Our clients loved the location of their duplex home with its peak-a-boo ocean view, but their existing kitchen was not suited for their growing family. They wanted a kitchen with a coastal vibe, plenty of storage space, and an eat-in area. We started by bringing the far wall into the kitchen space to accommodate a large panty and communication center for the family. Doing this allowed us to move the refrigerator out of the main traffic area and doubled the amount of storage space. Several new windows were added to bring in natural light. A half wall was moved to allow more countertop area and open up sight lines. The previously awkwardly shaped island was slimmed down to create better flow. There were a few venting challenges to overcome; gas lines and plumbing had to be re-routed without disturbing the unit below. To open up sight lines, soffits were eliminated which allowed the extension of cabinets to the ceiling. To stay within the homeowner’s budget, we match existing scraped flooring by lacing in and repairing patches. The old dining area was too small for table, so we designed and built a custom banquette to maximize the space and take advantage of the outdoor views. The overall space works for family meals as well as entertaining. A light summer palette was used to reflect the shades of the sand, sea and sky. Even though the new kitchen is actually smaller than the original space, its now far more functional and open.

Open concept kitchen - small craftsman u-shaped light wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Boston with an island, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, multicolored backsplash, stone tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

A decorative tile accent was added to this backsplash to bring attention to the focal point of this room. The sleek stainless steel drop in stove top complements the modern looking range hood, and the simple and sleek quartz countertop bring together this look. John Anderson

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, gray backsplash, colored appliances and black countertops

This contemporary kitchen balances muted grey''s with pops of dark red and white for a sleek and versatile kitchen. Complete with grey hex back-splash tile and gorgeous, dark grey floor tiles, this style creates a contemporary masterpiece! Hex back-splash and large tile flooring available at Finstad's Carpet One in Helena, MT. *All colors and styles may not always be available.

A typical post-1906 Noe Valley house is simultaneously restored, expanded and redesigned to keep what works and rethink what doesn’t. The front façade, is scraped and painted a crisp monochrome white—it worked. The new asymmetrical gabled rear addition takes the place of a windowless dead end box that didn’t. A “Great kitchen”, open yet formally defined living and dining rooms, a generous master suite, and kid’s rooms with nooks and crannies, all make for a newly designed house that straddles old and new. Structural Engineer: Gregory Paul Wallace SE General Contractor: Cardea Building Co. Photographer: Open Homes Photography

Inspiration for a small farmhouse u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen remodel in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, no island, an undermount sink, marble countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and white countertops

Example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Birmingham with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Cream cabinets, nouveau bar pulls and soft lighting for a radiant culinary atmosphere. Large textured Mediterranean floor tiles offset the clean monochromatic cabinetry.

Cream cabinets, nouveau bar pulls and soft lighting for a radiant culinary atmosphere. Large textured Mediterranean floor tiles offset the clean monochromatic cabinetry.

This couple moved from Chicago’s Wicker Park to a rural setting but wanted to maintain their modern aesthetic. Scott Dresner of Dresner Design created a modern spa oasis for the couple’s master bathroom. The second project completed by Scott in the couple’s home. On the client’s, wish list…a luxurious space to relax, a new window to replace the dated looking glass block, great storage for towels and larger items as well as smaller toiletries. Scott accomplished a variety of storage with deep vanity drawers with push hardware, medicine cabinets with storage on the entire wall, and a large linen closet. Finishes are modern with a hint of warmth created by the floating walnut vanity and trim work. LED light along the vanity and medicine cabinets create a soft ambience perfect for a relaxing bath. Floors are radiant heat, window treatment is motorized, and panel controls a speaker and LED lighting in the rain showerhead. Sources: -Lighting, Lucy Slivinski -Artwork, Linc Thelen -Gray Porcelain Tile, Renaissance Tile + Bath -White Porcelain Tile, Porcelainosa -Black Porcelain tile, The Tile Outlet -Mosaic Shower Floor, Porcelainosa -Bath Tub, Victoria + Albert -Tub Tray, Victoria + Albert -Bath Filler, Phylich -Regulators, Graff -Shower Head, Jaclo -Accessories, Colonial Bronze + Dezi -Rain Shower (LED lighting + music), Thermasol -Toilet, TOTO -Hand spray, Graff -Stone, Calia Stone Boutique -Stone Fabrication, Euro Marble Supply -Vanity, Mirrors, and Linen Closet, The Dresner Design Private Label Collection by De Angelis Italia -Radiant Flooring, Warmup -Linerar Drain, Infinity -Sinks, Lacava -Sink Plumbing, Graff -Window Treatment, The Shade Store -Chair, CB2

This newly remodeled contemporary kitchen boasts a stunning monochrome color palette, with a hint of blue in the tiled backsplash. A concealed dishwasher as well as concealed freezer drawers blend seamlessly with the rest of the flat-panel cabinetry, while the white marble countertops reflect the natural light from the large windows. A built in LG washer/dryer and glass pendent lights complete the space, giving it a functional yet fashionable polish.

Kitchen - contemporary kitchen idea in London

The three-level Mediterranean revival home started as a 1930s summer cottage that expanded downward and upward over time. We used a clean, crisp white wall plaster with bronze hardware throughout the interiors to give the house continuity. A neutral color palette and minimalist furnishings create a sense of calm restraint. Subtle and nuanced textures and variations in tints add visual interest. The stair risers from the living room to the primary suite are hand-painted terra cotta tile in gray and off-white. We used the same tile resource in the kitchen for the island's toe kick.

Cream cabinets, nouveau bar pulls and soft lighting for a radiant culinary atmosphere. Large textured Mediterranean floor tiles offset the clean monochromatic cabinetry.

Cream cabinets, nouveau bar pulls and soft lighting for a radiant culinary atmosphere. Large textured Mediterranean floor tiles offset the clean monochromatic cabinetry.

Photographer: Scott Hargis General Contractor: Muratore Corp
Hallway - contemporary hallway idea in San Francisco

Michele Lee Wilson Photography
Kitchen - mediterranean galley cement tile floor and black floor kitchen idea in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island