The kitchen island painted in Sherwin Williams, ""Navel", boldly contrasts the stark white perimeter cabinets. By eliminating the formal dining room, we were able to incorporate a pantry and home office.

An apron front sink and mesh inset shaker cabinets add vintage style while a white on white palette keeps the look clean and bright in this compact kitchen update. Photos by Photo Art Portraits

Cottage master beige tile beige floor freestanding bathtub photo in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige walls, an undermount sink and white countertops

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The homeowners of this mid-century Colonial and family of four were frustrated with the layout of their existing kitchen which was a small, narrow peninsula layout but that was adjoining a large space that they could not figure out how to use. Stealing part of the unused space seemed like an easy solution, except that there was an existing transition in floor height which made that a bit tricky. The solution of bringing the floor height up to meet the height of the existing kitchen allowed us to do just that. This solution also offered some challenges. The exterior door had to be raised which resulted in some exterior rework, and the floor transition had to happen somewhere to get out to the garage, so we ended up “pushing” it towards what is now a new mudroom and powder room area. This solution allows for a small but functional and hidden mudroom area and more private powder room situation. Another challenge of the design was the very narrow space. To minimize issues with this, we moved the location of the refrigerator into the newly found space which gave us an L-shaped layout allowing for an island and even some shallow pantry storage. The windows over the kitchen sink were expanded in size and relocated to allow more light into the room. A breakfast table fits perfectly in the area adjacent to the existing French doors and there was even room for a small bar area that helps transition from inside to outside for entertaining. The confusing unused space now makes sense and provides functionality on a daily basis. To help bring some calm to this busy family, a pallet of soft neutrals was chosen -- gray glass tile with a simple metal accent strip, clear modern pendant lights and a neutral color scheme for cabinetry and countertops. For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Waypoint Painted Harbor and Homecrest Painted Onyx cabinets, Laza Nuevo Quartz countertops and full height backsplash, custom Copper Range hood, Sharp built-in microwave, 48" gas range, Palmetto Road Solid red oak hardwood 5" x 3/4", champagne bronze faucets, knobs, pulls, and light fixtures...all topped off with LED recess lighting, LED interior cabinet lighting, and LED under-cabinet lighting for the perfect space for the perfect meal for a family dinner

Example of a large classic u-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen design in DC Metro with white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, marble countertops and stone slab backsplash

Martha O'Hara Interiors, Interior Design & Photo Styling | John Kraemer & Sons, Builder | Charlie and Co Design, Architect | Corey Gaffer Photography Please Note: All “related,” “similar,” and “sponsored” products tagged or listed by Houzz are not actual products pictured. They have not been approved by Martha O’Hara Interiors nor any of the professionals credited. For information about our work, please contact design@oharainteriors.com.

This project combines high end earthy elements with elegant, modern furnishings. We wanted to re invent the beach house concept and create an home which is not your typical coastal retreat. By combining stronger colors and textures, we gave the spaces a bolder and more permanent feel. Yet, as you travel through each room, you can't help but feel invited and at home.

Mark Menjivar
Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in Austin with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel countertops, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and marble backsplash

Alcove shower - mid-sized contemporary master gray tile and stone tile concrete floor and gray floor alcove shower idea in Orange County with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, granite countertops and a hinged shower door

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

Transitional master white tile and marble tile marble floor and white floor corner shower photo in San Diego with white cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops, white countertops, shaker cabinets, an undermount tub and a hinged shower door

Laundry room - contemporary single-wall laundry room idea in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white countertops

Trendy bathroom photo in Los Angeles with marble countertops

Karen Swanson, owner of New England Design Works in Manchester, MA keeps designing award winning Pennville Custom Cabinetry kitchens. You may remember that earlier this year, Karen won both the regional Sub-Zero Design Contest and the National Kitchen & Bath Association's medium kitchen of the year. nedesignworks@gmail.com 978.500.1096.

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Cottage chic kitchen photo in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets and green cabinets

Matthew Millman
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in San Francisco with beige backsplash, an island and limestone backsplash

Photo- Lisa Romerein
Kitchen - mediterranean kitchen idea in San Francisco

Photo: Stacy Larsen Photography
Example of a cottage chic bathroom design in Tampa with a console sink