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Large transitional l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen photo in Charlotte with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances and two islands

Richard Creative (photo credits)
Large minimalist women's linoleum floor home design photo in Dallas with beaded inset cabinets and white cabinets

Bathroom - traditional bathroom idea in Minneapolis

Trendy home design photo in Austin

J Hill Interiors transformed a dated downtown condo with little very functionality to offer, into a dream kitchen and bath that has both form and function. The client wanted something elegant and sophisticated but also had to maximize space, storage and conform with their daily lifestyle. Construction done by KC Custom Remodeling.

Example of a mid-sized transitional 3/4 and l-shaped light wood floor alcove shower design in San Francisco with white cabinets, blue walls, raised-panel cabinets, granite countertops, an undermount sink, beige backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and a two-piece toilet

Photo by Nettie Einhorn
Example of a large classic l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash and an island

Designed by Nathan Taylor of Obelisk Home - Photos by Kevin White

Inspiration for a large timeless u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, red backsplash, brick backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Richard Mandelkorn
Home design - traditional home design idea in Boston

Mid-sized transitional master gray tile and ceramic tile dark wood floor and brown floor bathroom photo in San Diego with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls and marble countertops

A laundry room flood gave opportunity for a brand new kitchen including an improved floor plan, new custom cabinets and fabulous organization. Creating separate work zones for this busy family was the key. The island houses all tools necessary for this avid baker. Including a hinged mixer shelf, pull out utensil bin and tray base cabinet. The wall layout has everything you need to prep and cook a gourmet meal. Reconfiguring the niche created additional pantry and baking pan storage. Adding seeded glass and mullions gave this client plenty of space to display her favorite items

Thomas Kuoh
Example of a classic home design design in San Francisco

We arrived at this color scheme when pondering how to make a blue tub, toilet and sink fit into the overall design.
Mid-sized country guest carpeted bedroom photo in Orange County with yellow walls

Home design - transitional home design idea in Dallas

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Home design - large traditional galley home design idea in Bridgeport with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a trendy entryway design in St Louis

THE SETUP Client Background: Our clients, a couple who have transitioned into the empty nest phase, have cherished their home for over three decades without undergoing any significant renovations. With a newfound desire to adapt their living space to better suit their current lifestyle, they’ve embarked on a journey to reimagine their kitchen — the heart of their home. Their aspiration is to cultivate a serene, neutral-toned sanctuary on the first floor that seamlessly merges with their family room, ensuring a harmonious and inviting environment. Design Inspiration: The renovation is inspired by the couple’s penchant for soft, calming neutrals, using their cherished family room and the kitchen’s existing tile flooring as the cornerstone for the color scheme. This approach aims to foster a sense of warmth and tranquility throughout. Design Objectives: Harmonize the kitchen with the family room by adopting a soothing, neutral color scheme, ensuring a seamless flow across the first floor. Enhance kitchen functionality with thoughtfully designed cabinetry, providing a designated place for every item and maximizing storage efficiency. Cultivate an inviting and comfortable atmosphere that reflects the homeowners’ desire for a calm and relaxing space. Design Challenges: The homeowners wish to retain the existing kitchen tile flooring and integrate it into a refreshed, modern design. Accommodating a dining area spacious enough for family visits without compromising the kitchen’s open feel or functional layout. Despite liking the current placement of plumbing and appliances, the homeowners aspire for a more open floor plan to facilitate better movement and interaction. The need to amplify natural light in the kitchen, especially around the sink area, where existing lighting is insufficient. Preserving the half-wall between the kitchen and family room, a feature the homeowners want to keep, while ensuring it complements the new design. THE RENEWED SPACE Design Solutions: By choosing a neutral color palette that complements the existing tile, the design unifies the kitchen with the adjacent spaces. The tile’s grout was cleaned and restored, enhancing the floor’s appearance and integrating it seamlessly with the new kitchen aesthetic. The inclusion of a larger island with seating for two, alongside maintaining a substantial dining table, was achieved by optimizing the spatial layout. This allowed for a sociable yet functional kitchen, accommodating large family gatherings without feeling crowded. Minor adjustments to the kitchen’s layout maintained the preferred locations for plumbing and appliances while introducing an ‘open’ design concept. Strategic modifications, such as angling the pantry wall, improved the flow and accessibility within the space. Replacing the garden window with a broader, standard window significantly increased natural light, transforming the sink area into a bright, welcoming space with enhanced views of the outdoors. The decision to keep the half-wall was ingeniously leveraged to define the dining area while maintaining an open connection to the family room. This feature not only serves as a visual separator but also ties the two spaces together through the shared color scheme and design elements. The homeowners are thrilled with their newly remodeled kitchen, which has become a hub of warmth and hospitality. Hosting a wedding shower and a birthday party, they have shared their renewed space with friends and family, who have been equally enamored. This remodel has not only met their functional and aesthetic desires but has also enriched their home with a fresh sense of serenity and joy. The upstairs part of the home is shaping up nicely. Here’s their newly remodeled primary bathroom.