Photographed by Jeff Herr
Mid-sized elegant l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen photo in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, black appliances and an island

Mid-sized trendy single-wall dark wood floor home bar photo in Bengaluru with open cabinets and wood countertops

Example of a mid-sized beach style u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen design in Tampa with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Farmhouse sink inset in engineered quartz island. Worthwood, douglas fir end grain flooring. Blue star inset range in forest green, marble mosaic backsplash.

Saari & Forrai Photography Briarwood II Construction
Seated home bar - large contemporary single-wall porcelain tile and gray floor seated home bar idea in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, blue backsplash and glass tile backsplash

This couple came to us as newly transplanted homeowners in Sterling, MA, uprooted from Rochester, MA so they could be closer to their growing family and granddaughter. The former kitchen was a bit of a “Plain Jane”, but we transformed it into a charming, modern country farmhouse kitchen. The custom paint color on the cabinets came from a Wood-Mode sample called “Agate.” This lovely paint color is a chameleon, ranging from gray/green, to a beautiful blue hue depending on the lighting conditions. The uniqueness of this color is what caught the homeowner’s eye and it has become a customer favorite. This Sterling home is the perfect setting for such a beautiful color! As a trained chef and former restaurant owner, the husband does all the cooking in the house. Ample room was needed for prepping and serving, so he loves the long, wide peninsula. A full-height quartz backsplash behind the range and sink make for easy clean up. Very deep drawers flank both sides of the range, and the top drawer has special storage for spices. The cabinet over the refrigerator has vertical partitions for both cookie sheets, trays and pans. A tall pantry to the right of the refrigerator is equipped with heavy duty wood rollouts perfect for storing dry goods. Conveniently located to the right of the sink is a double trash cabinet. The end of the peninsula also has a 27” wide cabinet with dual rollouts storing small appliances, casserole dishes & Tupperware. The new space has plenty of room for prepping, cooking and entertaining family and guests in the adjacent dining room. Stepping outside the “white & gray” of common paints into this beautiful custom color has delighted these customers and their friends. We find it both inviting and soothing, a cool color that will be stylish for years to come! BRAND: Brighton Cabinetry DOOR STYLE: Thompson FINISH: Custom Paint Match - Wood-Mode “Agate” COUNTERTOP: “Matterhorn” Hanstone Quartz HARDWARE: Top Knobs TK824HB Pulls, TK832HB Knobs DESIGNER: Ruth Bergstrom PHOTOS: Baumgart Creative Media

Ryan Fung Photography
Large trendy galley porcelain tile open concept kitchen photo in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, multicolored backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Seating at the modern kitchen island with dark wood cabinetry with rubbed bronze hardware and white Calcutta marble countertops. Also featuring wire brushed oak flooring, white tile backsplash, black metal framed upper cabinet and modern kitchen pendant lighting.

Kitchen redesign united dining room and kitchen into one gracious family kitchen. Refrigerator and double oven were built into the cabinetry to give a seamless look to the space. Over-sized, L-shaped island, which houses the kitchen sink. Over-island lighting is a 3-pendant contemporary and the dining area has a sophisticated multi-sphere in polished nickel with glass sphere rods. Tim Cree/Creepwalk Media

In the open and airy kitchen that is conducive to entertaining, crisp white cabinetry by Benchmark Wood Studio sets the casual tone alongside durable, low-maintenance Quartz countertops and a vibrant blue island that becomes a fun and functional focal point for the light-filled space. Mosaic glass tiles adorn the backsplash and the adjacent living room fireplace for a more cohesive feel. Photography: Dan Zeeff

This Texas Treasure began as a simple kitchen remodel, then expanded to include the entire home! What was a tired, dark, cramped space has now become an open, light, bright space fit for a serious cook! She yearned for natural and organic elements that harken to the outdoors. Stone, antique, rough, hand-hewn beams fit the bill perfectly!

Enclosed kitchen - large transitional u-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor enclosed kitchen idea in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops

Jean Bai / Konstrukt Photo
Inspiration for a transitional home design remodel in San Francisco

Example of a trendy kitchen design in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

A mix of glass front and closed cabinets with open display shelving adds interest to the small space. The round porthole window lets in natural light in a whimsical way.

Huge transitional l-shaped porcelain tile open concept kitchen photo in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, blue backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

THE SETUP “You have to figure out how to rebuild a life worth living,” Basia Kozub’s client says. Her husband passed away suddenly three years ago. Holidays with family became more important, and she found herself struggling with a 37-year old kitchen that was falling apart. “I made a decision to move forward,” she says. “I went, ‘You know what? I’m redoing the kitchen.'” The big task of getting started was as easy as having a conversation – literally. Basia was on the job, helping the client sort through priorities, wishes and ideas. Basia’s client is 5′ 4″, likes keeping an eye on the kiddoes in the backyard and wanted certain things to have their own place. THE REMODEL The objectives were: Enlarge and open the space Find a classic look that incorporates blues Upgrade to easy-to-use appliances Hide an office space within the space Ample storage for dishes Design challenges: Uneven window alignment on the back wall Original kitchen smaller than desired, stuctural concerns if walls to be moved Keep folks close – figure out seating for entertaining Main sink in corner is ideal, but windows are hard to reach Lots of storage needed for dishes, glass collection, pantry items, bar bottles and office supplies Specific storage needs for oft-used spices and utensils THE RENEWED SPACE Design solutions: Replace back wall windows, establish window size continuity Take out two walls to open up the space, tall shallow cabinet and a tall filler added to conceal a new header Large island that seats six easily Custom corner sink cabinet with recessed edge allows vertically challenged homeowner to reach the windows Mindful storage planning features: plenty of cabinets, pull-out bar bottle storage, file drawers & cubbies with pocket doors for office appliances, magic corner pullouts, and appliance garages with pocket doors Shelf behind range for easy access to daily-use spices and oils. Also: spice and utensil pullouts on either side of range The clients says every priority and wish box got checked. The highly functional design absorbed everything that used to be in that area of the house, but now those things are out of the way. “In the past, we were all spread out when we gathered for the holidays, because we had to spread out. Now, we’re all in here together, including my 92-year old mother. We’re visiting, cooking, laughing… everyone is here. And I’m really learning how to use these appliances. This kitchen has given me a whole new life.”

Kitchen - contemporary kitchen idea in Kansas City

Horizontal Upper Cabinets Sicis Tile Backsplash African Marble Countertops Mirror @ Island with Antique Patina Custom Stainless Hood Sub-Zero/Wolf Appliances Photo Credit - Vie Magazine