This contemporary kitchen remodel in Foster City features a two tone finish with the dark, hermosa finish on alder, and a natural finish on maple. The contrast is just right in providing a dark, elegant look without sucking up all the light in the room. This kitchen is fully loaded with storage accessories, providing space saving and convenient storage options. This bread box drawer was turned into a rice drawer by the owner1 Cabinets designed by Eric & Steven Au from MTKC. Cabinet manufacturer is Sollera Fine Cabinetry. More info at: www.mtkc.net

The battery back-up system supplies power to all the household appliances and lights in the house and will keep them working for four hours during load shedding power outages. This system fits neatly under the staircase. The Italian Piazetta wood oven supplies heat through tubes to the main bedroom, patio, study and needlework rooms while the rest of the home is heated with a heat pump that takes approximately 30% less electricity than the average electrical geyser. A gas geyser was installed to supply the kitchen with warm water and to avoid wastage of using long pipes throughout the house. All outdoor windows and sliding doors where fitted with double glazing. This retains heat that saves energy and lowers the noise levels in the home. LED lights were fitted throughout the house to reduce the electricity usage to less than 10% than conventional light bulbs.

This contemporary kitchen remodel in Foster City features a two tone finish with the dark, hermosa finish on alder, and a natural finish on maple. The contrast is just right in providing a dark, elegant look without sucking up all the light in the room. This kitchen is fully loaded with storage accessories, providing space saving and convenient storage options. This 33" lazy susan is the smaller sibling to the standard 36", but still manages to provide a meaningful access to the kitchen corner. Cabinets designed by Eric & Steven Au from MTKC. Cabinet manufacturer is Sollera Fine Cabinetry. More info at: www.mtkc.net

The battery back-up system supplies power to all the household appliances and lights in the house and will keep them working for four hours during load shedding power outages. This system fits neatly under the staircase. The Italian Piazetta wood oven supplies heat through tubes to the main bedroom, patio, study and needlework rooms while the rest of the home is heated with a heat pump that takes approximately 30% less electricity than the average electrical geyser. A gas geyser was installed to supply the kitchen with warm water and to avoid wastage of using long pipes throughout the house. All outdoor windows and sliding doors where fitted with double glazing. This retains heat that saves energy and lowers the noise levels in the home. LED lights were fitted throughout the house to reduce the electricity usage to less than 10% than conventional light bulbs.

It was a very small kitchen in a 100 years old house. We have removed a load bearing wall separating Kitchen from Dining Rm. We closed off existing window to allow more cabinetry and relocated the sink and HVAC feeding upstairs. Exterior walls were insulated, windows and doors replaced. Part of this project was refinishing of stairs and all existing trim (baseboards and casings). We tried to combine modern design with original trim that had sentimental value to our client. Kitchen cabinets were custom built. We had many challenges working on this project starting from repairing sagged floors and asbestos removal to saving existing trim and relocating existing heating that was feeding upstairs. It was well worth the effort because the result is a big and beautiful Kitchen and renovated main floor.

The battery back-up system supplies power to all the household appliances and lights in the house and will keep them working for four hours during load shedding power outages. This system fits neatly under the staircase. The Italian Piazetta wood oven supplies heat through tubes to the main bedroom, patio, study and needlework rooms while the rest of the home is heated with a heat pump that takes approximately 30% less electricity than the average electrical geyser. A gas geyser was installed to supply the kitchen with warm water and to avoid wastage of using long pipes throughout the house. All outdoor windows and sliding doors where fitted with double glazing. This retains heat that saves energy and lowers the noise levels in the home. LED lights were fitted throughout the house to reduce the electricity usage to less than 10% than conventional light bulbs.

This contemporary kitchen remodel in Foster City features a two tone finish with the dark, hermosa finish on alder, and a natural finish on maple. The contrast is just right in providing a dark, elegant look without sucking up all the light in the room. This kitchen is fully loaded with storage accessories, providing space saving and convenient storage options. Custom drawer divider keeping all the silverware neat and tidy. Cabinets designed by Eric & Steven Au from MTKC. Cabinet manufacturer is Sollera Fine Cabinetry. More info at: www.mtkc.net

The previous owner had removed a crucial section of a load bearing wall in the basement and the first story floor had sunk one inch. We had to raise the old ceiling to meet the level height of the new beam. Thankfully the new structural reinforcements have saved this old house.

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This Chicago client was tired of living with her outdated and not-so-functional kitchen and came in for an update. The goals were to update the look of the space, enclose the washer/dryer, upgrade the appliances and the cabinets. The space is located in turn-of-the-century brownstone, so we tried to stay in keeping with that era but provide an updated and functional space. One of the primary challenges of this project was a chimney that jutted into the space. The old configuration meandered around the chimney creating some strange configurations and odd depths for the countertop. We finally decided that just flushing out the wall along the chimney instead would create a cleaner look and in the end a better functioning space. It also created the opportunity to access those new pockets of space behind the wall with appliance garages to create a unique and functional feature. The new galley kitchen has the sink on one side and the range opposite with the refrigerator on the end of the run. This very functional layout also provides large runs of counter space and plenty of storage. The washer/dryer were relocated to the opposite side of the kitchen per the client's request, and hide behind a large custom bi-fold door when not in use. A wine fridge and microwave are tucked under the counter so that the primary visual is the custom mullioned doors with antique glass and custom marble backsplash design. White cabinetry, Carrera countertops and an apron sink complete the vintage feel of the space, and polished nickel hardware and light fixtures add a little bit of bling. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Carlos Vergara For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Mid-sized mid-century modern l-shaped gray floor and porcelain tile enclosed kitchen photo in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, multicolored backsplash, matchstick tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and quartz countertops

The battery back-up system supplies power to all the household appliances and lights in the house and will keep them working for four hours during load shedding power outages. This system fits neatly under the staircase. The Italian Piazetta wood oven supplies heat through tubes to the main bedroom, patio, study and needlework rooms while the rest of the home is heated with a heat pump that takes approximately 30% less electricity than the average electrical geyser. A gas geyser was installed to supply the kitchen with warm water and to avoid wastage of using long pipes throughout the house. All outdoor windows and sliding doors where fitted with double glazing. This retains heat that saves energy and lowers the noise levels in the home. LED lights were fitted throughout the house to reduce the electricity usage to less than 10% than conventional light bulbs.

We designed and built a custom shower and tub deck loaded with @kohler products and accessories (my personal fav, because they’re elegant) complete with custom shower glass. The shower threshold is made from the same travertine used for the floor and we cut pieces to frame in all 3 niches as well. We fabricated the linen tower at our cabinet shop and refinished the existing vanity to match. We saved a bit by keeping the original granite countertop, but everything else was gone through and replaced. Not pictured, we carried the same travertine stone flooring into the hall bath and refinished that vanity too and then built a custom vanity and medicine cabinet for the powder bath downstairs. Both of those bathroom got beautiful new stone tops,

This contemporary kitchen remodel in Foster City features a two tone finish with the dark, hermosa finish on alder, and a natural finish on maple. The contrast is just right in providing a dark, elegant look without sucking up all the light in the room. This kitchen is fully loaded with storage accessories, providing space saving and convenient storage options. Tray dividers above the oven cabinet, keeping all the trays handy and organized for when you need it. Trays are installed higher to keep the appliance aligned together. Cabinets designed by Eric & Steven Au from MTKC. Cabinet manufacturer is Sollera Fine Cabinetry. More info at: www.mtkc.net

This compact Master Bathroom features many space saving ideas to create a spacious underwater theme. Shelves are made from recycle wood and can be purchased from Kevin Anderson, SilicateStudio on Etsy. Space saving features include: Cut away shelves, wall mounted vanity, wall mounted toilet and barn door entry. Ann Sack tile in matte accented with glossy mosaic to give the shower an underwater waterfall feel. Large Ann Sack "sand" themed floor tile help enlarge the room. Duel shower heads and trench drain add to the extra's as well as a hair dryer holder and unique three in one wall hooks. The picture was purchased from Small Hope Bay Lodge in Andros Island in the Bahamas. All inclusive dive, fishing, kayak resort. Island is loaded with beautiful inland and ocean blue holes. SmallHope.com Builder: Shami Studio shamiweb.com Designer: Viz-Art-Dance & Design Viz-Art-Dance.info Photo by: Carol Heimann

The battery back-up system supplies power to all the household appliances and lights in the house and will keep them working for four hours during load shedding power outages. This system fits neatly under the staircase. The Italian Piazetta wood oven supplies heat through tubes to the main bedroom, patio, study and needlework rooms while the rest of the home is heated with a heat pump that takes approximately 30% less electricity than the average electrical geyser. A gas geyser was installed to supply the kitchen with warm water and to avoid wastage of using long pipes throughout the house. All outdoor windows and sliding doors where fitted with double glazing. This retains heat that saves energy and lowers the noise levels in the home. LED lights were fitted throughout the house to reduce the electricity usage to less than 10% than conventional light bulbs.

The previous owner had removed a crucial section of a load bearing wall in the basement and the first story floor had sunk one inch. We had to raise the old ceiling to meet the level height of the new beam. Thankfully the new structural reinforcements have saved this old house.

Example of a minimalist powder room design in Richmond

The engineered quartz waterfall countertop on the oversized island serves as the focal point of the open-concept kitchen. Sleek cabinetry, loads of white and cool gray tones create a minimalist feel, while the wide-plank floors bring some warmth to the space. With ReAlta, we are introducing for the first time in Charlotte a fully solar community. Each beautifully detailed home will incorporate low profile solar panels that will collect the sun’s rays to significantly offset the home’s energy usage. Combined with our industry-leading Home Efficiency Ratings (HERS), these solar systems will save a ReAlta homeowner thousands over the life of the home. Credit: Brendan Kahm

It was a very small kitchen in a 100 years old house. We have removed a load bearing wall separating Kitchen from Dining Rm. We closed off existing window to allow more cabinetry and relocated the sink and HVAC feeding upstairs. Exterior walls were insulated, windows and doors replaced. Part of this project was refinishing of stairs and all existing trim (baseboards and casings). We tried to combine modern design with original trim that had sentimental value to our client. Kitchen cabinets were custom built. We had many challenges working on this project starting from repairing sagged floors and asbestos removal to saving existing trim and relocating existing heating that was feeding upstairs. It was well worth the effort because the result is a big and beautiful Kitchen and renovated main floor.