All furniture and accessories were bought at Serenity Design. If you are interested in purchasing anything you see in our photographs please contact us at the store 609-494-5162. Many of the items can be shipped throughout the country. Photographs by John Martinelli. Kitchen designed by Francie Milano Kitchens, Inc

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Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen remodel in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray backsplash

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Example of a small eclectic linoleum floor kitchen design in San Francisco with tile countertops, white appliances, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and yellow backsplash

  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The homeowners came to us looking to update the kitchen in their historic 1897 home. The home had gone through an extensive renovation several years earlier that added a master bedroom suite and updates to the front façade. The kitchen however was not part of that update and a prior 1990’s update had left much to be desired. The client is an avid cook, and it was just not very functional for the family. The original kitchen was very choppy and included a large eat in area that took up more than its fair share of the space. On the wish list was a place where the family could comfortably congregate, that was easy and to cook in, that feels lived in and in check with the rest of the home’s décor. They also wanted a space that was not cluttered and dark – a happy, light and airy room. A small powder room off the space also needed some attention so we set out to include that in the remodel as well. See that arch in the neighboring dining room? The homeowner really wanted to make the opening to the dining room an arch to match, so we incorporated that into the design. Another unfortunate eyesore was the state of the ceiling and soffits. Turns out it was just a series of shortcuts from the prior renovation, and we were surprised and delighted that we were easily able to flatten out almost the entire ceiling with a couple of little reworks. Other changes we made were to add new windows that were appropriate to the new design, which included moving the sink window over slightly to give the work zone more breathing room. We also adjusted the height of the windows in what was previously the eat-in area that were too low for a countertop to work. We tried to keep an old island in the plan since it was a well-loved vintage find, but the tradeoff for the function of the new island was not worth it in the end. We hope the old found a new home, perhaps as a potting table. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Image by Peter Rymwid Architectural Photography
Kitchen - large contemporary cement tile floor and gray floor kitchen idea in New York with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete countertops, paneled appliances, two islands and gray countertops

Tthe space was opened up to provide generous amounts of light, and wall-to-wall windows and doors were added to create one great dining experience and to allow the outside beauty to come inside. Eyes are immediately drawn to the expansive kitchen island. The custom island was painted a vintage grey with red undertones and distressed to create the perfect look. Throughout the kitchen the custom cabinets and drawers, made by Trademark Wood Products, were painted a soft, warm white. The ends of the island were custom set at the exact height for our homeowner who enjoys baking. The decision to keep the granite honed countertops lighter on the perimeter was made in order to keep the island as a bold statement. Along the outer custom wall of cabinetry incorporated a stylish and functional prep kitchen allowed our homeowners, who also love to entertain, a more useful and expansive space. After doubling the size of our homeowner’s preceding kitchen and adding custom features, baking, entertaining, or a casual night will never be the same as they overlook the backyard views of Minnehaha Creek. Susan Gilmore Photography

Builder: HM HOMES Kitchen: Perspectives Interiors: Carrie Long Photographer: Karl Moses
Inspiration for a transitional galley dark wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Detroit with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

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Mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Chicago with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, shaker cabinets and gray countertops

When our clients approached us about remodeling their home, their goal was clear: transform a traditionally styled interior into a clean-lined, contemporary space that truly reflected who they are today. The home originally featured dark wood floors, heavy moldings, and glazed cabinetry—hallmarks of a more traditional design. Our mission was to reimagine it entirely with modern sensibility, warmth, and purpose. One of the most rewarding aspects of this project was creating harmony throughout the home—from the kitchen to the family room, dining area, office, and even a new basement kitchen. We selected cabinetry finishes and styles that tied the spaces together while allowing each room to maintain its own personality.

Kitchen - large scandinavian l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen idea in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, recessed-panel cabinets, quartzite countertops, marble backsplash and white countertops

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Custom maple kitchen in a 1920 Mediterranean Revival designed to coordinate with original butler's pantry. White painted shaker cabinets with statuary marble counters. Glass and polished nickel knobs. Dish washer drawers with panels. Wood bead board backspalsh, paired with white glass mosaic tiles behind sink. Waterworks bridge faucet and Rohl Shaw's Original apron front sink. Tyler Florence dinnerware. Glass canisters from West Elm. Wood and zinc monogram and porcelain blue floral fish from Anthropologie. Basket fromDean & Deluca, Napa. Navy stripe Madeleine Weinrib rug. Illy Espresso machine by Francis Francis. Claudia Uribe

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Farmhouse l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen photo in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and two islands

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Dane Cronin Photography
Example of a large tuscan l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen design in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, glass-front cabinets, wood countertops and brown backsplash

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Inspiration for a light wood floor dining room remodel in Chicago

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Example of a mid-sized classic u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island