Open concept kitchen - mid-sized rustic l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, gray backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Home bar - mid-sized rustic single-wall medium tone wood floor home bar idea in Indianapolis with shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops and wood backsplash

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Inspiration for a large farmhouse u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Boston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, soapstone countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, beige cabinets and subway tile backsplash

The Expanded Kitchen opens to a spacious Informal Dining Area and the Poolside Garden Beyond. Photo: Cherie Corderos
Inspiration for a large timeless l-shaped ceramic tile eat-in kitchen remodel in San Francisco with raised-panel cabinets, beige backsplash, an undermount sink, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Inspiration for a large rustic l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Other with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, limestone countertops, brown backsplash, stone tile backsplash, colored appliances and an island

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Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic galley seated home bar remodel in Denver with soapstone countertops, multicolored backsplash and stone tile backsplash

Inspiration for a large timeless galley ceramic tile kitchen pantry remodel in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Building Design, Plans, and Interior Finishes: Fluidesign Studio I Builder: J-Mar Builders I Photographer: sethbennphoto.com
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, blue backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops

Example of a mid-sized country galley limestone floor and multicolored floor eat-in kitchen design in Other with granite countertops, an island, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, gray backsplash, matchstick tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

stained island, white kitchen
Inspiration for a large timeless u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen remodel in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown backsplash, paneled appliances, an island, beige countertops, granite countertops and stone tile backsplash

Goals While their home provided them with enough square footage, the original layout caused for many rooms to be underutilized. The closed off kitchen and dining room were disconnected from the other common spaces of the home causing problems with circulation and limited sight-lines. A tucked-away powder room was also inaccessible from the entryway and main living spaces in the house. Our Design Solution We sought out to improve the functionality of this home by opening up walls, relocating rooms, and connecting the entryway to the mudroom. By moving the kitchen into the formerly over-sized family room, it was able to really become the heart of the home with access from all of the other rooms in the house. Meanwhile, the adjacent family room was made into a cozy, comfortable space with updated fireplace and new cathedral style ceiling with skylights. The powder room was relocated to be off of the entry, making it more accessible for guests. A transitional style with rustic accents was used throughout the remodel for a cohesive first floor design. White and black cabinets were complimented with brass hardware and custom wood features, including a hood top and accent wall over the fireplace. Between each room, walls were thickened and archway were put in place, providing the home with even more character.

Example of a mid-sized mountain style l-shaped travertine floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen design in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, red backsplash, brick backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Open concept kitchen - mid-sized contemporary l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, glass tile backsplash and no island

Home bar - rustic dark wood floor home bar idea in Phoenix with dark wood cabinets and subway tile backsplash

Open concept kitchen - large rustic l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in Toronto with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops

Example of a mid-sized mountain style u-shaped vinyl floor enclosed kitchen design in Other with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, no island, a farmhouse sink, limestone countertops, multicolored backsplash, glass tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Example of a mid-sized mountain style l-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen design in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This kitchen was transformed from a tight-winding galley to a light and bright open room. New island and L-shaped counter on existing 1850's era wood flooring. Project done in collaboration with Country Living for their Makeover Takeover project. photo by Annie Schlechter

Open concept kitchen - rustic galley medium tone wood floor, brown floor and wood ceiling open concept kitchen idea in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, wood countertops, gray backsplash, metal backsplash, colored appliances, an island and brown countertops