Mid-sized country kitchen photo in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a mid-sized craftsman l-shaped ceramic tile eat-in kitchen remodel in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel countertops, brown backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Large trendy l-shaped porcelain tile open concept kitchen photo in Sacramento with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island, metallic backsplash and mosaic tile backsplash

Photo by Stephanie Stamos-Hoyle. Historical kitchen remodel

Inside a kitchen for a large family. Two dishwashers help keep up with the work load
Example of a transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen design in San Diego with recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Extra storage for pots and pans is efficiently hidden in this corner cabinet for easy access to use at = the blue and gold ILVE 36" dual fuel range.
Beach style kitchen photo in Boston

Russell Abraham
Large minimalist courtyard patio photo in San Francisco with a pergola

Samantha Ward
Example of a small classic single-wall medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen design in Kansas City with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and white countertops

Committing to a kosher kitchen is quite a daunting undertaking and when you are also taking on a complete remodel, it can be overwhelming. It does not, however, have to be insurmountable. There are many resources to help guide you through the experience. Check out the internet and magazines to guide you. Once you have done the initial research, contact your Rabi with questions and for clarification on a kosher kitchen. Kosher requirements can vary differently between Orthodox, Conservatism, Ultra Orthodox and Reform Judaism. Your Rabi most likely will have a list of rules and guidelines. Also, hire a professional kitchen designer. They will not only be able to design the needs of a kosher kitchen but also make it personal to your needs and beautiful too. If the space and the budget allow, two distinct kitchens within one space is a possibility. A kosher kitchen requires stringent separation of meat and dairy items. Depending on the sect of Judaism you practice ------ Storage: The Storage areas need space for two sets of dishes, pots and pans, flatware, cups and utensils. You can combine the storage areas as long as there is a separation and that you do not mix service ware. A good recommendation is to color code your plates, flatware, table linen, pots. For example, red plates, gold-colored flatware, copper pots for meat items while dairy items have white plates, stainless flatware, stainless pots. You may want to label each area so when you have your new sister-in-law help in the kitchen; everything stays in the correct place. Appliances: When selecting appliances look for the STAR-K logo. This will help you determine to what extent an appliance is Kosher. Some ovens will have Sabbath modes where they will turn on automatically at a predetermined time. Once the oven is open, the oven turns off. Some refrigerators also have Sabbath modes where the ice maker turns off on the Sabbath and back on the following day. One refrigerator is usually sufficient provided all foods stay on the proper container in the proper section of the refrigerator. Having an immaculately clean refrigerator is a must if this is the case. You do not want spills from one food source contaminating food from the other. If you decide on two refrigerators, one can be full size while the other is smaller. A good kitchen designer can help assess your family’s needs to determine which is best for you. Dishwashers cannot be Kosher in most cases. You either need two dishwashers, separate compartment dishwashers as in dishwasher drawers or wash by hand. Look at Fisher Pikel or Kitchen Aid for dishwasher drawers. Each drawer is on separate controls. You can dedicate the top drawer for dairy while the bottom drawer is for meat service ware. If you have space and decide to have two dishwashers, you can get two 24” wide dishwashers. Another option is to have one full size dishwasher and supplement it with a small 18” wide dishwasher. Miele makes an 18” wide dishwasher that is super quiet and cleans dishes very well. You may also opt for a single dishwasher drawer in addition to a full sized dishwasher. A single Microwave oven can be used for milk and meat provided that a complete cover is used around the food. You will also need separate plastic plate’s places on the bottom or glass turn table. Keeping the unit clean is very important. Counter tops: Counter tops may or may not be able to be koshered depending on your sect. Simply having sets of trivets for dairy, meat and pareve (not meat or dairy) will provide adequate separation of foods. Sinks: If you can’t have two separate sinks, include three separate tubs to be places in the sink. Color code the tubs for meat, dairy and pareve. If you have one sink or a single divided sink, you will need to be cautious about splashing, to keep the meat and dairy particulates apart. You will also need space for separate dish cloths or sponges and dish towels. Again, color coding is extremely helpful and highly suggested. Must Haves: ~Storage space for two sets of dishes, flatware, pans bowls ~Color Code and label where appropriate ~Separate burners dedicate for either meat or dairy ~Separate clean up areas ~Clean environment to avoid contamination between meat and dairy ~A space that functions for how you cook ~A space that reflects you Design and remodel by Design Studio West Brady Architectural Photography

Example of a classic u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, gray backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Inspiration for a timeless kitchen remodel in San Diego

6’x 14’ large Island in middle of this kitchen, home to new sink, two dishwashers, microwave , ice maker, lots of storage
Transitional kitchen photo in DC Metro with white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash and an island

Photo by Stephanie Stamos-Hoyle. Transitional kitchen.

Steve Chenn
Large tuscan l-shaped enclosed kitchen photo in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, beige walls and an island

photo: garey gomez
Large beach style u-shaped ceramic tile and gray floor eat-in kitchen photo in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

Kitchen - large coastal u-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor kitchen idea in Atlanta with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and multicolored countertops

View of large granite island with seating, lighting, and a view of one of two ovens, dishwasher, sink area, and tall wall cabinetry
Eat-in kitchen - large country l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

The two-tone palette shows clearly here, with warm white oak below and soft white above. The U-shaped layout puts the range, sink and dishwasher in an easy triangle, with the tall pantry wall just a step away.

The Two tone in the counter tops and cabinetry works well, bringing some contrast into the room. The back splash tile blends nicely with the wall color while the antiqued copper accent tiles provide interest.