A custom copper hood, hand painted terra-cotta tile backsplash, wooden beams and rich Taj Mahal quartzite counters create a sophisticated and welcoming kitchen. With double islands and plenty of prep space, this kitchen is made for a crowd.

This grey stained walnut kitchen was designed with Kurt Knapstein in a historical home in Kansas City. The blend of old and new elements allow this kitchen to mesh peacefully with the home, while easily standing on it's own.

Small trendy l-shaped light wood floor open concept kitchen photo in Vancouver with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Kitchen - traditional kitchen idea in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops and white backsplash

Mid-sized elegant l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Nashville with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

main shot of kitchen. large island with sink and DW. Slide in range with wood hood above. Walk-in corner pantry. Paul Kivett
Large elegant l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Kansas City with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, beige walls and an island

Mandura Citrine laminate looks great in this space. Shaker style, flat panel cabinets with a sage stain finish. Completed with brushed nickel hardware. New tile flooring and tile backsplash. Stainless steel appliances. Engineered Hardwood Floor.

Mid-sized trendy single-wall concrete floor and gray floor eat-in kitchen photo in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Photo: Corynne Pless Photography © 2014 Houzz
Cottage kitchen photo in New York

Photography by Matthew Bolt
Kitchen - coastal u-shaped kitchen idea in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, white backsplash and white appliances

Warren Jagger
Kitchen - transitional kitchen idea in Providence with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances

Kitchen - traditional medium tone wood floor kitchen idea with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Photo: Hoi Ning Wong © 2014 Houzz
Kitchen - transitional kitchen idea in San Francisco

Craftsman style house opens up for better connection and more contemporary living. Removing a wall between the kitchen and dinning room and reconfiguring the stair layout allowed for more usable space and better circulation through the home. The double dormer addition upstairs allowed for a true Master Suite, complete with steam shower! Photo: Pete Eckert

Example of a large country single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen design in Charleston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

The owners goal with their homes kitchen, completed in 2017, was to emphasize the beautiful lake views and have a space that was open to a large family room and casual dining area. This contemporary kitchen combines convenience and function with hidden small appliances including a coffee station, toaster oven, microwave, to avoid cluttered countertops ensuring a clean look. The cooking area features an induction cooktop, mixer and a full quartz backsplash, as well as a hidden ventilation and lighting system in the soffit. A focal point is the large island which provides ample seating while leaving plenty of room for cooking and baking. Quartz was chosen for its beauty, durability, and ease of maintenance. The cabinetry features an integrated refrigerator, freezer, and dishwasher which complete the clean, uncluttered look. The kitchen also features two openings to the formal dining room providing easy flow and access for entertaining.

Nicolas Arellano
Mid-sized trendy galley medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, granite countertops, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, white walls and a peninsula