Sandy Agrafiotis
Elegant l-shaped eat-in kitchen photo in Portland Maine with glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, an undermount sink, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This house was designed as a second home for a Bay Area couple as a summer retreat to spend the warm summer months away from the fog in San Francisco. Built on a steep slope and a narrow lot, this 4000 square foot home is spread over 3 floors, with the master, guest and kids bedroom on the ground floor, and living spaces on the upper floor to take advantage of the views. The main living level includes a large kitchen, dining, and living space, connected to two home offices by way of a bridge that extends across the double height entry. This bridge area acts as a gallery of light, allowing filtered light through the skylights above and down to the entry on the ground level. All living space takes advantage of grand views of Lake Washington and the city skyline beyond. Two large sliding glass doors open up completely, allowing the living and dining space to extend to the deck outside. On the first floor, in addition to the guest room, a “kids room” welcomes visiting nieces and nephews with bunk beds and their own bathroom. The basement level contains storage, mechanical and a 2 car garage. Photographer: Aaron Leitz

Tuscan patio photo in Orlando

I have received many inquiries regarding this cabinetry. While the product was beautiful, I cannot recommend the company that supplied it. Custom summer kitchen. The cabinetry is not actual teak, but a man made composite product specially designed to hold up in the Florida elements.

Jim Bartsch
Inspiration for a large timeless l-shaped light wood floor kitchen remodel in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and black countertops

This roofdeck highlights some of the best elements of outdoor construction materials. Highlighted with an array of reclaimed timber including Elm and Oak to the Ipe decking. A steel and cedar pergola help frame the Chicago skyline behind the stone fireplace. Cynthia Lynn

Inspiration for a transitional light wood floor kitchen remodel in Houston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

This bright new kitchen features a painted Nantucket beadboard ceiling, dropped beams, and random width Black walnut floors.
Example of a large classic u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen design with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

The construction of this summer kitchen, complete with new gas grill and refrigerator made this otherwise dead space in the clients' backyard a viable, livable and efficient nook.

Trent Bell
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized coastal dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, glass tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Collaborations are typically so fruitful and this one was no different. The homeowners started by hiring an architect to develop a vision and plan for transforming their very traditional brick home into a contemporary family home full of modern updates. The Kitchen Studio of Glen Ellyn was hired to provide kitchen design expertise and to bring the vision to life. The bamboo cabinetry and white Ceasarstone countertops provide contrast that pops while the white oak floors and limestone tile bring warmth to the space. A large island houses a Galley Sink which provides a multi-functional work surface fantastic for summer entertaining. And speaking of summer entertaining, a new Nana Wall system — a large glass wall system that creates a large exterior opening and can literally be opened and closed with one finger – brings the outdoor in and creates a very unique flavor to the space. Matching bamboo cabinetry and panels were also installed in the adjoining family room, along with aluminum doors with frosted glass and a repeat of the limestone at the newly designed fireplace. 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

Peter Murdock
Trendy kitchen photo in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Angie Seckinger
Example of a large beach style u-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen design in DC Metro with glass-front cabinets, marble countertops, blue backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white cabinets and subway tile backsplash

photo by Ryann Ford. Cabinet paint color is Benjamin Moore, Dolphin.
Eat-in kitchen - cottage eat-in kitchen idea in Austin with recessed-panel cabinets and gray cabinets

photos by Steve Chenn
Example of a classic patio design in Houston

The owner said "any color but white" for her farmhouse kitchen country kitchen. Earthy and elemental materials are selected for the home that reference the barn without directly mimicking it. Wooden members found inside the barn and from other barns bridge ceilings and are used in floors along with rustic slate adding to a sense of simplicity to the farmhouse design.

Lanai and outdoor kitchen with blue and white tile backsplash and wicker furniture for outdoor dining and lounge space overlooking the pool. Project featured in House Beautiful & Florida Design. Interiors & Styling by Summer Thornton. Photos by Brantley Photography

Photo by Ryann Ford
Danish light wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Austin with no island, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Connie Anderson Photography Builder: Frankel Building Group
Example of a patio design in Houston with a fire pit and a roof extension