Design by Kathryn J. LeMaster, Photo by Karen E. Segrave
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless master white tile and subway tile porcelain tile bathroom remodel in Little Rock with a vessel sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets and green walls

Trendy light wood floor kitchen photo in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Nicholas Moriarty Interiors
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley concrete floor open concept kitchen remodel in Chicago with concrete countertops, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, gray backsplash, cement tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and two islands

Julie Soefer
Kitchen - coastal kitchen idea in Houston with an island and colored appliances

photos by Matthew Williams
Example of a minimalist l-shaped concrete floor eat-in kitchen design in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and two islands

Ed Aiona
Deck - transitional deck idea in San Francisco with a bbq area

A combination of high gloss cabinets, custom plywood and raw steel shelves and a concrete counter top gives the kitchen a modern but crafted feel.
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen remodel in Boston with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, paneled appliances, concrete countertops, an island and white countertops

The original kitchen layout was disjointed and created a zig-zag traffic flow that disrupted the work triangle. The efficient layout of the new kitchen provides improved circulation, ample counter space, as well as island seating.

Della Terra is a natural quartz surface, it is a blend of nature and technology, combining beauty and functionality in a high performance surface. Della Terra is comprised of more than 93% natural quartz crystals, one of the hardest minerals in nature. Color controlled quartz is blended together with technologically advanced polymers. Because of its high quartz content, Arizona Tile's Della Terra Quartz surfaces are ultra-durable and resistant to scratches and chipping. Its dense composition also makes Della Terra Quartz highly resistant to staining. Photo: Aperture Architectural Images

Crown Heights Limestone Kitchen Photographer: Brett Beyer Tiles: Ann Sacks Savoy in Cornflower blue Perimeter counters: Everest quartzite, European Granite Island counter: stainless steel Pendant lights: vintage holophane from Brass Light Gallery, Milwaukee Cabinets: custom rift oak with limewash

Small Brooks Custom wood countertop and a vessel sink that fits perfectly on top. The counter top was made special for this space and designed by one of our great designers to add a nice touch to a small area. Photos by Chris Veith.

The owners of a charming home in the hills west of Paso Robles recently decided to remodel their not-so-charming kitchen. Referred to San Luis Kitchen by several of their friends, the homeowners visited our showroom and soon decided we were the best people to design a kitchen fitting the style of their home. We were delighted to get to work on the project right away. When we arrived at the house, we found a small, cramped and out-dated kitchen. The ceiling was low, the cabinets old fashioned and painted a stark dead white, and the best view in the house was neglected in a seldom-used breakfast nook (sequestered behind the kitchen peninsula). This kitchen was also handicapped by white tile counters with dark grout, odd-sized and cluttered cabinets, and small ‘desk’ tacked on to the side of the oven cabinet. Due to a marked lack of counter space & inadequate storage the homeowner had resorted to keeping her small appliances on a little cart parked in the corner and the garbage was just sitting by the wall in full view of everything! On the plus side, the kitchen opened into a nice dining room and had beautiful saltillo tile floors. Mrs. Homeowner loves to entertain and often hosts dinner parties for her friends. She enjoys visiting with her guests in the kitchen while putting the finishing touches on the evening’s meal. Sadly, her small kitchen really limited her interactions with her guests – she often felt left out of the mix at her own parties! This savvy homeowner dreamed big – a new kitchen that would accommodate multiple workstations, have space for guests to gather but not be in the way, and maybe a prettier transition from the kitchen to the dining (wine service area or hutch?) – while managing the remodel budget by reusing some of her major appliances and keeping (patching as needed) her existing floors. Responding to the homeowner’s stated wish list and the opportunities presented by the home's setting and existing architecture, the designers at San Luis Kitchen decided to expand the kitchen into the breakfast nook. This change allowed the work area to be reoriented to take advantage of the great view – we replaced the existing window and added another while moving the door to gain space. A second sink and set of refrigerator drawers (housing fresh fruits & veggies) were included for the convenience of this mainly vegetarian cook – her prep station. The clean-up area now boasts a farmhouse style single bowl sink – adding to the ‘cottage’ charm. We located a new gas cook-top between the two workstations for easy access from each. Also tucked in here is a pullout trash/recycle cabinet for convenience and additional drawers for storage. Running parallel to the work counter we added a long butcher-block island with easy-to-access open shelves for the avid cook and seating for friendly guests placed just right to take in the view. A counter-top garage is used to hide excess small appliances. Glass door cabinets and open shelves are now available to display the owners beautiful dishware. The microwave was placed inconspicuously on the end of the island facing the refrigerator – easy access for guests (and extraneous family members) to help themselves to drinks and snacks while staying out of the cook’s way. We also moved the pantry storage away from the dining room (putting it on the far wall and closer to the work triangle) and added a furniture-like hutch in its place allowing the more formal dining area to flow seamlessly into the up-beat work area of the kitchen. This space is now also home (opposite wall) to an under counter wine refrigerator, a liquor cabinet and pretty glass door wall cabinet for stemware storage – meeting Mr. Homeowner’s desire for a bar service area. And then the aesthetic: an old-world style country cottage theme. The homeowners wanted the kitchen to have a warm feel while still loving the look of white cabinetry. San Luis Kitchen melded country-casual knotty pine base cabinets with vintage hand-brushed creamy white wall cabinets to create the desired cottage look. We also added bead board and mullioned glass doors for charm, used an inset doorstyle on the cabinets for authenticity, and mixed stone and wood counters to create an eclectic nuance in the space. All in all, the happy homeowners now boast a charming county cottage kitchen with plenty of space for entertaining their guests while creating gourmet meals to feed them. Credits: Custom cabinetry by Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry Contracting by Michael Pezzato of Lost Coast Construction Stone counters by Pyramid M.T.M.

Kitchen - mid-sized traditional l-shaped brown floor and medium tone wood floor kitchen idea in Boston with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

Photography by: Bob Jansons H&H Productions
Inspiration for a contemporary laundry room remodel in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white walls

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Starting out with a project that has good bones is always a bonus as was the case with the project. This young family has a great house on a great street in a great location. The kitchen was a large space with ample room and great view to the backyard. The dated cabinets and large peninsula layout however were not working for them, so they came in looking for a fresh start. Goals for the project included adding a large island with seating for four and a bright, open and cheerful space for daily meals and entertaining. Our clients also wanted to keep the existing breakfast table, but the original space did not allow for an island and breakfast table. Our solution was to create banquette seating which gave us the extra inches necessary to accomplish both. The larger awning window over the kitchen sink allows for ample light in the new space. The wall between the kitchen and family room was partially removed to provide the more open feeling our clients desired. The work triangle is centered on the island which serves as a big open prep space conveniently located across from the large pro style range. The island also houses the microwave and a 2nd oven for larger gatherings. A new counter depth fridge and beverage center provide options for refrigeration. A simple pallet of white cabinetry, Carrera marble countertops and polished nickel fixtures will be a timeless look and provide a lovely backdrop for entertaining and spending time with family. 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

Kitchen - transitional kitchen idea in Raleigh

Photography by Michael J. Lee
Example of a large transitional dark wood floor open concept kitchen design in Boston with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, glass tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Gorgeous white kitchen modern design with a dining table and beautiful gray quartz counter tops.
Inspiration for a large shabby-chic style galley medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, marble countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, an island and gray countertops

This is not your typical glass counter top. Cast Glass Images has a custom glass application that they call their "Bubble Fusion Series". It is a custom fused glass technique that incorporates tiny air bubble inclusions. Standard and custom colors are available. The color featured on this kitchen countertop is "Khaki". Custom glass counter tops provide a sleek, sophisticated look to any kitchen!