Ulrich designer: Julia Kleyman Photography by Peter Rymwid This grand Saddle River kitchen was created in support of the Hackensack University Medical Center Designer Showhouse of New Jersey in 2012. The new design transformed a dreary and dated 80's kitchen into a functional, comfortable and eye-pleasing space with clean transitional lines and touches of traditional charm in its detail. The rich brown finish of the island cabinetry gives the room warmth, and juxtaposes in lovely contrast the white cabinetry of the perimeter. Large pendant lights add modern "bling" and balance the large room.

Inspiration for a transitional home design remodel in Portland Maine

This home’s kitchen isn’t large and needed to somehow hold a mudroom area as the detached garage enters into the space. I carefully planned out all storage needs and we were able to add a wide, double door cabinet closet by the back door. The upper area holds coats and clutter. The lower doors have hooks and boot trays for backpacks and shoes. Paneling the Subzero fridge helps with softening the weight of the large appliance, as does the panel on the dishwasher. Little details like the skirt on the toe area and the beautiful hood and island posts make this smaller work space truly special!

The simple use of black and white…classic, timeless, elegant. No better words could describe the renovation of this kitchen, dining room and seating area. First, an amazing wall of custom cabinets was installed. The home’s 10’ ceilings provided a nice opportunity to stack up decorative glass cabinetry and highly crafted crown moldings on top, while maintaining a considerable amount of cabinetry just below it. The custom-made brush stroke finished cabinetry is highlighted by a chimney-style wood hood surround with leaded glass cabinets. Custom display cabinets with leaded glass also separate the kitchen from the dining room. Next, the homeowner installed a 5’ x 14’ island finished in black. It houses the main sink with a pedal style control disposal, dishwasher, microwave, second bar sink, beverage center refrigerator and still has room to sit five to six people. The hardwood floor in the kitchen and family room matches the rest of the house. The homeowner wanted to use a very selective white quartzite stone for counters and backsplash to add to the brightness of their kitchen. Contemporary chandeliers over the island are timeless and elegant. High end appliances covered by custom panels are part of this featured project, both to satisfy the owner’s needs and to implement the classic look desired for this kitchen. Beautiful dining and living areas surround this kitchen. All done in a contemporary style to create a seamless design and feel the owner had in mind.

Example of a huge transitional l-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen design in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and two islands

design + art direction: barbara schmidt, studiobstyle.com faucet: "Pekoe chrome faucet", americanstandard-us.com wallcovering: "Kasari Ikat", fschumacher.com Stove Tile: Jeffrey Court "Arica" glass tile, tilexdesign.com Pot Filler: Jado Contemporary pot filler, jadousa.com stove + fridge: 30" Wolf range hood and Sub-Zero refridgerator, rothdistributing.com Rug: aubryangelo.com countertops/lower cabinets- brite white #459, island: top- natural concrete #603, front-white ash #8841-WR, formica.com

Example of a small minimalist l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and stone slab backsplash

Angela Taylor, Taylor Made Cabinets Leominster MA
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Boston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, white backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, two islands and beige countertops

©Finished Basement Company Wet bar with cabinetry and shelving for liquor display
Inspiration for a large timeless look-out dark wood floor and brown floor basement remodel in Chicago with beige walls and no fireplace

Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped concrete floor and gray floor kitchen remodel in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, black backsplash, stainless steel appliances, two islands, wood countertops and black countertops

A clean lined blanco sink works well with this simple elegant transitional kitchen. Brett Beyer Photography
Example of a mid-sized transitional dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in New York with an undermount sink, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized cottage l-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a huge coastal l-shaped medium tone wood floor and gray floor eat-in kitchen remodel with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Kitchen with double oven, two dishwashers, convection cooktop, hidden walk-in pantry
Example of a farmhouse kitchen design in Austin

Gerri Hernandez
Example of a small eclectic single-wall kitchen design in New York with an undermount sink, gray cabinets, green backsplash, glass tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Huge re-model including taking ceiling from a flat ceiling to a complete transformation. Bamboo custom cabinetry was given a grey stain, mixed with walnut strip on the bar and the island given a different stain. Huge amounts of storage from deep pan corner drawers, roll out trash, coffee station, built in refrigerator, wine and alcohol storage, appliance garage, pantry and appliance storage, the amounts go on and on. Floating shelves with a back that just grabs the eye takes this kitchen to another level. The clients are thrilled with this huge difference from their original space.

Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in Miami