Counter dining space provides fun place for grandchildren to hang out, work on projects and cook with their grandparents. Kitchen includes kid friendly under counter beverage fridge and under counter microwave drawers Photos: Jan Davis

Example of a large transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in New York with an undermount sink, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, beaded inset cabinets and quartzite countertops

James Kruger, LandMark Photography, Peter Eskuche, AIA, Eskuche Design, Sharon Seitz, HISTORIC studio, Interior Design
Example of a huge mountain style u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Dale Lang
Mid-sized trendy l-shaped bamboo floor open concept kitchen photo in Seattle with an island, flat-panel cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, blue backsplash and glass sheet backsplash

Open concept kitchen - transitional single-wall dark wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Portland Maine with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and granite countertops

Large transitional gray floor bedroom photo in San Francisco with white walls

Photography: Dan Piassick
Example of a transitional galley open concept kitchen design in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Our client came to us with the vision of sprucing up her outdated builder grade kitchen. The uninteresting space had no resemblance to the rest of the home or the homeowners personality. We had the challenge of blending each to make a functional but lavish kitchen for her and her family to enjoy. Tucked away in the suburbs of New York City, we developed a metropolitan chic concept to present to the homeowner. She feel in love with the theme and off we went. Our design revamped and revitalized the kitchen with a 360 degree turn. The once dull kitchen was brought to life. We added instant style by incorporating jeweled hardware and a decorative glass backsplash to create the perfect space.

Design Imaging Studios
Kitchen - small contemporary l-shaped porcelain tile kitchen idea in Boston with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Eat-in kitchen - large rustic l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, marble countertops, beige backsplash and stone tile backsplash

coffered ceiling adds elegance to this french provincial style kitchen with Arched box bay window and marble backsplash
Enclosed kitchen - mid-sized traditional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen idea in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, stone tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Our clients and their three teenage kids had outgrown the footprint of their existing home and felt they needed some space to spread out. They came in with a couple of sets of drawings from different architects that were not quite what they were looking for, so we set out to really listen and try to provide a design that would meet their objectives given what the space could offer. We started by agreeing that a bump out was the best way to go and then decided on the size and the floor plan locations of the mudroom, powder room and butler pantry which were all part of the project. We also planned for an eat-in banquette that is neatly tucked into the corner and surrounded by windows providing a lovely spot for daily meals. The kitchen itself is L-shaped with the refrigerator and range along one wall, and the new sink along the exterior wall with a large window overlooking the backyard. A large island, with seating for five, houses a prep sink and microwave. A new opening space between the kitchen and dining room includes a butler pantry/bar in one section and a large kitchen pantry in the other. Through the door to the left of the main sink is access to the new mudroom and powder room and existing attached garage. White inset cabinets, quartzite countertops, subway tile and nickel accents provide a traditional feel. The gray island is a needed contrast to the dark wood flooring. Last but not least, professional appliances provide the tools of the trade needed to make this one hardworking kitchen. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Mike Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Example of a classic kitchen design in Bridgeport with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, beige backsplash and black appliances

Large trendy u-shaped concrete floor eat-in kitchen photo in Kansas City with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash and an island

Mid-sized beach style u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, white countertops and quartzite countertops

A traditional home in the Claremont Hills of Berkeley is enlarged and fully renovated to fit the lives of a young couple and their growing family. The existing partial upper floor was fully expanded to create three additional bedrooms, a hall bath, laundry room and updated master suite, with the intention that the expanded house volume harmoniously integrates with the architectural character of the existing home. A new central staircase brings in a tremendous amount of daylight to the heart of the ground floor while also providing a strong visual connection between the floors. The new stair includes access to an expanded basement level with storage and recreation spaces for the family. Main level spaces were also extensively upgraded with the help of noted San Francisco interior designer Grant K. Gibson. Photos by Kathryn MacDonald.

Steve Tague
Seated home bar - mid-sized contemporary concrete floor seated home bar idea in Other with gray backsplash, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and mosaic tile backsplash

Werner Straube
Eat-in kitchen - contemporary galley dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Alyssa Lee Photography
Inspiration for a transitional single-wall carpeted and gray floor wet bar remodel in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, gray backsplash, metal backsplash and white countertops