Example of a transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in Houston with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

Inspiration for a cottage l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in Salt Lake City with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, paneled appliances and two islands

Example of a transitional kitchen design in DC Metro

photography by Rob Karosis
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized traditional l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Portland Maine with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a large classic gray floor eat-in kitchen design in San Francisco with marble countertops, red backsplash, brick backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, gray countertops, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets and medium tone wood cabinets

Paul Dyer
Inspiration for a large victorian u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen remodel in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, red backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and quartz countertops

The other doors and drawers in this pine island conceal roll-out shelving, spice inserts, plate drawers - - all the needs of a modern kitchen. Photo by Mary Ellen Hendricks

Example of a large transitional u-shaped dark wood floor kitchen design in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, white appliances and an island

In order to give the client the open concept living they requested, interior walls were removed, which allowed for a larger kitchen with an island. By placing all functions against the wall, the island is left free for entertaining. Photos: Dave Remple

The kitchen blends old and new, combining elements of more traditional styles, such as the island, with contemporary industrial materials and modern lines. Large French doors and floor-to-ceiling windows provide connection to the backyard.

Succulents, grasses and low-water shrubs with vivid foliage give this coastal garden a rich, textured look with minimal maintenance. Photos by Daniel Bosler

Travis Wayne Baker
Inspiration for a cottage kitchen remodel in Austin

Attractive living as an architectural experiment: a 136-year-old water tower, a listed building with a spectacular 360-degree panorama view over the City of London. The task, to transform it into a superior residence, initially seemed an absolute impossibility. But when the owners came across architect Mike Collier, they had found a partner who was to make the impossible possible. The tower, which had been empty for decades, underwent radical renovation work and was extended by a four-storey cube containing kitchen, dining and living room - connected by glazed tunnels and a lift shaft. The kitchen, realised by Enclosure Interiors in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, with furniture from LEICHT is the very heart of living in this new building. Shiny white matt-lacquered kitchen fronts (AVANCE-LR), tone-on-tone with the worktops, reflect the light in the room and thus create expanse and openness. The surface of the handle-less kitchen fronts has a horizontal relief embossing; depending on the light incidence, this results in a vitally structured surface. The free-standing preparation isle with its vertical side panels with a seamlessly integrated sink represents the transition between kitchen and living room. The fronts of the floor units facing the dining table were extended to the floor to do away with the plinth typical of most kitchens. Ceiling-high tall units on the wall provide plenty of storage space; the electrical appliances are integrated here invisible to the eye. Floor units on a high plinth which thus appear to be floating form the actual cooking centre within the kitchen, attached to the wall. A range of handle-less wall units concludes the glazed niche at the top. LEICHT international: “Architecture and kitchen” in the centre of London. www.LeichtUSA.com

Michele Moran Photography We designed a kitchen for a busy family of 5. When we first met there were calendars scattered, cell phones with wires everywhere, keys on the counters, typical daily chaos. So we knew we had to centralize, then hide the essentials. Here is one cabinet we used. We installed an outlet for power inside to charge phones. It also finished off the run of upper cabinets just perfectly!

Inspiration for a small timeless l-shaped porcelain tile eat-in kitchen remodel in New York with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, shaker cabinets and a peninsula

While this new home had an architecturally striking exterior, the home’s interior fell short in terms of true functionality and overall style. The most critical element in this renovation was the kitchen and dining area, which needed careful attention to bring it to the level that suited the home and the homeowners. As a graduate of Culinary Institute of America, our client wanted a kitchen that “feels like a restaurant, with the warmth of a home kitchen,” where guests can gather over great food, great wine, and truly feel comfortable in the open concept home. Although it follows a typical chef’s galley layout, the unique design solutions and unusual materials set it apart from the typical kitchen design. Polished countertops, laminated and stainless cabinets fronts, and professional appliances are complemented by the introduction of wood, glass, and blackened metal – materials introduced in the overall design of the house. Unique features include a wall clad in walnut for dangling heavy pots and utensils; a floating, sculptural walnut countertop piece housing an herb garden; an open pantry that serves as a coffee bar and wine station; and a hanging chalkboard that hides a water heater closet and features different coffee offerings available to guests. The dining area addition, enclosed by windows, continues to vivify the organic elements and brings in ample natural light, enhancing the darker finishes and creating additional warmth. Photography by Ira Montgomery

Example of a minimalist eat-in kitchen design in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, beige backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Roger Turk Northlight Photography
Elegant kitchen photo in Seattle

Photo of a contemporary landscaping in San Francisco.