Spacious Kitchen with wall oven, vegetable prep sink, and farm house sink, plenty of storage cabinets, and eat at counter space. Exposed brick adds character and charm to this space.

From Cramped and Awkward to Delightfully Spacious. We recently completed a project for a client in Bronxville NY, who had purchased a newly renovated home. Among its new features was a less than inspiring builder grade kitchen. Nothing in this misguided renovation was to the new owners taste, nor did it function well. Out went the “Box Store” cabinets and laminate counters, as well as the awkward wall that shoved the refrigerator into an odd corner. At our suggestion, the client switched the locations of the family room and the dining room, placing the dining room now as part of the kitchen and allowing for much better flow. The old layout was replaced with a much more workable “L” shape, augmented by a spacious island. The microwave relocated from over the range to a much better placement in the island, enabled us to include a beautiful hood, creating a lovely focal point. Painted Mouser cabinets and granite countertops complete the look. Now the kitchen functions much more efficiently and looks fabulous!

Spacious, open and light filled contemporary kitchen. We took a dark, closed off kitchen and turned this into a wide open space that flows into the large, vaulted living room. Support beams were added to make the transition seamless. Living rooms features a 43" linear fireplace, tiled from floor to ceiling. A custom zinc metal range hood with stainless steel trim is the center of the bright kitchen. A custom built-in dining buffet finishes off the look and creates a space that the homeowners will enjoy and entertain for years to come.

The Tice Residences replace a run-down and aging duplex with two separate, modern, Santa Barbara homes. Although the unique creek-side site (which the client’s original home looked toward across a small ravine) proposed significant challenges, the clients were certain they wanted to live on the lush “Riviera” hillside. The challenges presented were ultimately overcome through a thorough and careful study of site conditions. With an extremely efficient use of space and strategic placement of windows and decks, privacy is maintained while affording expansive views from each home to the creek, downtown Santa Barbara and Pacific Ocean beyond. Both homes appear to have far more openness than their compact lots afford. The solution strikes a balance between enclosure and openness. Walls and landscape elements divide and protect two private domains, and are in turn, carefully penetrated to reveal views. Both homes are variations on one consistent theme: elegant composition of contemporary, “warm” materials; strong roof planes punctuated by vertical masses; and floating decks. The project forms an intimate connection with its setting by using site-excavated stone, terracing landscape planters with native plantings, and utilizing the shade provided by its ancient Riviera Oak trees. 2012 AIA Santa Barbara Chapter Merit Award Jim Bartsch Photography

Architecture and Interior Design by Anders Lasater Architects, Photos by Jon Encarnation
Eat-in kitchen - large contemporary u-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor eat-in kitchen idea in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Our goal on this project was to create a live-able and open feeling space in a 690 square foot modern farmhouse. We planned for an open feeling space by installing tall windows and doors, utilizing pocket doors and building a vaulted ceiling. An efficient layout with hidden kitchen appliances and a concealed laundry space, built in tv and work desk, carefully selected furniture pieces and a bright and white colour palette combine to make this tiny house feel like a home. We achieved our goal of building a functionally beautiful space where we comfortably host a few friends and spend time together as a family. John McManus

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Elegant medium tone wood floor bedroom photo in Los Angeles with gray walls and a standard fireplace

Photo: Karen Melvin
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Step into this airy and elegant kitchen located in beautiful San Juan Capistrano, where charm meets timeless functionality. Featuring a spacious layout, this kitchen boasts a large island made of Cambria quartz with plenty of room for entertaining or family gatherings. Warm wood tones on the island base contrast beautifully with the crisp white cabinetry around the perimeter. A herringbone backsplash adds visual interest and texture, statement lighting creates a soft glow, and vaulted ceiling with shiplap enhance the room's open atmosphere. Find yourself inspired by this bright and breezy kitchen? Let's bring your vision to life. Contact us today to start your custom kitchen transformation in San Juan Capistrano or anywhere in Orange County.

The reconfiguration of the master bathroom opened up the space by pairing a platform shower with a freestanding tub. The open shower, wall-hung vanity, and wall-hung water closet create continuous flooring and an expansive feeling. The result is a welcoming space with a calming aesthetic.

The kitchen is very compact yet functional, spacious and light. Photo: Chibi Moku
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood countertops, stainless steel appliances, white walls and no island

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Love how this kitchen renovation creates an open feel for our clients to their dining room and office and a better transition to back yard!
Example of a large transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen design in Raleigh with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

This family’s basement had become a catch-all space and was sorely underutilized. Although it was spacious, the current layout wasn’t working. The homeowners wanted to transform this space from closed and dreary to open and inviting. Specific requirements of the design included: - Opening up the area to create an awesome family hang out space game room for kids and adults - A bar and eating area - A theater room that the parents could enjoy without disturbing the kids at night - An industrial design aesthetic The transformation of this basement is amazing. Walls were opened to create flow between the game room, eating space and theater rooms. One end of a staircase was closed off, enabling the soundproofing of the theater. A light neutral palette and gorgeous lighting fixtures make you forget that you are in the basement. Unique materials such as galvanized piping, corrugated metal and cool light fixtures give the space an industrial feel. Now, this basement functions as the great family hang out space the homeowners envisioned.

New Laundry Room and Mud Room with Wood Grain Porcelain Tile, Custom Walnut Bench and Built-In, Caesarstone Waterfall Counter above Washer/Dryer in Lagos Blue, Subway Tile Backsplash, and Apron Sink. Photo by David Lauer. www.davidlauerphotography.com

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Architect: Swan Architecture | Interiors: Katie Redpath Constable | Landscaping: Bechler Landscapes | Photography: Landmark Photography

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Transitional medium tone wood floor kitchen photo in Dallas with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island