Example of a small minimalist u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Paul Dyer
Example of a large cottage single-wall light wood floor eat-in kitchen design in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and shaker cabinets

Imagine a lazy morning in this casually elegant kitchen, sipping your freshly brewed coffee as natural light pours through floor to ceiling windows. Then imagine being in this kitchen sipping your morning coffee and gazing out at the beautiful rolling landscape of one of New England’s prestigious golf clubs. Imagine . . . The owner of this beautiful contemporary kitchen with its idyllic setting imagined ! And her kitchen designer captured her imagination and brought this inspired space to life in both style and function. Columns of stainless steel are balanced by columns with the warmth of birch wood with just a hint of stain. On an adjacent wall one more wood column rises from floor to ceiling. A strong horizontal line of cabinetry seemingly intersects the vertical columns. While contemporary in design, the cabinetry in this kitchen found its beginnings with the Shakers and the designers of the Craftsman period. Increasing the size of the framing on the doors, accenting the cabinet shapes with square-edged trim and blocks of wood at varying depths, thinly slicing and randomly sizing the natural stone on the accent wall, and choosing oversized stainless steel handles definitively bring this kitchen forward in time. Recycled glass countertops in a soft, quiet color continue to help this kitchen live so harmoniously with its surroundings. As the day unfolds and the lazy morning turns into ambitious meal preparation, it is clear that this kitchen is a chef’s delight. The stainless steel columns incorporate double ovens, a microwave and a steam oven. Two wood columns house a refrigerator and a freezer. The separate wood column reveals pantry storage, and a TV is hidden behind a lift-up door. On the island with its clean, rectangular shape two dishwashers flank the sink. Imagine ! how much more pleasant the task of clean-up is when you overlook the family living space and vista beyond. In the cook center, a complement of drawers provides excellent storage for pots and pans, utensils, spices and herbs around the 5-burner cooktop. A powerful vent with a rear exhaust maintains the horizontal design of the space. And the freshly-brewed coffee in the morning ? It comes from a built-in coffee maker that’s just around the corner from the refrigerator. Along with a wine refrigerator, it creates a beverage and serving center between the kitchen and the dining room. The homeowner envisioned a kitchen that is as beautiful as its surroundings. Her kitchen designer wanted her kitchen to be as functional as it is beautiful. Both agree that this kitchen lives up to their expectations!

Example of a large minimalist l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen design in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

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Example of a large arts and crafts u-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen design in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Treve Johnson Photography
Eat-in kitchen - small contemporary u-shaped bamboo floor eat-in kitchen idea in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Small transitional single-wall multicolored floor dedicated laundry room photo in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer/dryer and white countertops

Simple off-white picket tiles dress this kitchen up casually. Tile provided by Carolina Tile & Stone and installed by Thomas Home Improvements.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in Charlotte with quartz countertops, beige backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

This clean cut kitchen stemmed from the design challenge to place a contemporary kitchen in a traditional Tudor style house in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. Our client was a self-described city person living in the country - who wanted an urban contemporary feeling incorporated into her home. She says she waited many years to find the right design team who understood her vision! Not wanting to ignore the beautiful 50 year old oaks outside her window, Advance Design transformed her traditional kitchen into an urban kitchen utopia with the use of texture and earthy finishes keeping with the feel of the existing home. Dura Supreme Bria frameless cabinets with a soft pillowed door works to incorporate a woodsy feel in shades of grey textured foil appropriately called “Twig”. Aluminum framed opaque glass doors are hinged with a lift up Aventos hinge for a contemporary twist and a super-functional opening. Brushed nickel hardware in various sizes keeps with the clean line feel. To keep the design organic and “fit it in” with the rest of the house, we covered the floor with a natural looking travertine porcelain laid on a 45 degree angle simulating a more traditional feel in a neutral tone of silvery-brown. The backsplash is clean and crisp with large Carrera marble tiles in a brick pattern, and a splash of energy from a vertical marble and glass mosaic accent. We then finished off the look with clean Cambria Torquay countertops portraying minimal patterning to keep the work surfaces feeling uncluttered and open. Other areas of the home were addressed to “blend” the style in with lightly distressed grey tone hardwood floors and a “matching” renovated powder room displaying contemporary features to compliment the nearby kitchen’s style. Photo Credits- Joe Nowak

Hunter Green Backsplash Tile Love a green subway tile backsplash? Consider timeless alternatives like deep Hunter Green in a subtle stacked pattern. Tile shown: Hunter Green 2x8 DESIGN Taylor + Taylor Co PHOTOS Tiffany J. Photography

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped laminate floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen remodel in San Francisco with an undermount sink, quartzite countertops, beige backsplash, glass tile backsplash, black appliances, an island, white countertops, flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets

Example of a mid-sized trendy l-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor dedicated laundry room design in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, gray walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white countertops

Mid-sized trendy l-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor dedicated laundry room photo in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, gray walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white countertops

Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, matchstick tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Home built by Legacy Homes Saskatoon, all flooring and blinds supplied and installed by Braid Flooring & Window Fashions
Bathroom - mid-sized contemporary master porcelain tile bathroom idea in Other with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and blue walls

Designer White Corian countertops and backsplash. Designed by IDAS Architecture + Design
Mid-sized minimalist l-shaped ceramic tile and beige floor open concept kitchen photo in Miami with solid surface countertops, an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

travertine shower with mosaic tile floor and wall accent
Mid-sized mountain style master beige tile and stone tile mosaic tile floor and multicolored floor alcove shower photo in Sacramento with beige walls

This major kitchen remodeling project in Palo Alto included opening up the kitchen and dining areas to create a more fluid and functional space, as well as replacing the central staircase. The kitchen base cabinets from the Aran Cucine’s Doga collection in Graphite with white and frosted glass upper cabinets. A ceiling mounted glass cabinet on stainless steel rods floats between the kitchen and dining areas and is integrated with an under cabinet light. Vertical cabinets in the dining room from the Miro collection in Iguana Green.

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