This Houston kitchen remodel turned an outdated bachelor pad into a contemporary dream fit for newlyweds. The client wanted a contemporary, somewhat commercial look, but also something homey with a comfy, family feel. And they couldn't go too contemporary, since the style of the home is so traditional. The clean, contemporary, white-black-and-grey color scheme is just the beginning of this transformation from the previous kitchen, The revamped 20-by-15-foot kitchen and adjoining dining area also features new stainless steel appliances by Maytag, lighting and furnishings by Restoration Hardware and countertops in white Carrara marble and Absolute Black honed granite. The paneled oak cabinets are now painted a crisp, bright white and finished off with polished nickel pulls. The center island is now a cool grey a few shades darker than the warm grey on the walls. On top of the grey on the new sheetrock, previously covered in a camel-colored textured paint, is Sherwin Williams' Faux Impressions sparkly "Striae Quartz Stone." Ho-hum 12-inch ceramic floor tiles with a western motif border have been replaced with grey tile "planks" resembling distressed wood. An oak-paneled flush-mount light fixture has given way to recessed lights and barn pendant lamps in oil rubbed bronze from Restoration Hardware. And the section housing clunky upper and lower banks of cabinets between the kitchen an dining area now has a sleek counter-turned-table with custom-milled legs. At first, the client wanted to open up that section altogether, but then realized they needed more counter space. The table - a continuation of the granite countertop - was the perfect solution. Plus, it offered space for extra seating. The black, high-back and low-back bar stools are also from Restoration Hardware - as is the new round chandelier and the dining table over which it hangs. Outdoor Homescapes of Houston also took out a wall between the kitchen and living room and remodeled the adjoining living room as well. A decorative cedar beam stained Minwax Jacobean now spans the ceiling where the wall once stood. The oak paneling and stairway railings in the living room, meanwhile, also got a coat of white paint and new window treatments and light fixtures from Restoration Hardware. Staining the top handrailing with the same Jacobean dark stain, however, boosted the new contemporary look even more. The outdoor living space also got a revamp, with a new patio ceiling also stained Jacobean and new outdoor furniture and outdoor area rug from Restoration Hardware. The furniture is from the Klismos collection, in weathered zinc, with Sunbrella fabric in the color "Smoke."

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A classic hardwood with golden tones that lends warmth, depth and style to any setting, Red Oak is stately yet versatile, and goes well with virtually any design. Photo by Drive Brand Studio/Bruce Luetters

Snaidero LUX CLASSIC kitchen in Medium Oak Matrix. Photographed by Jennifer Hughes.
Example of a transitional medium tone wood floor kitchen design in DC Metro with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and shaker cabinets

Our days at the beach house are softer and easier. The choice of oak as a primary material in a home can encourage the relaxed life. Oaks’ durability, and environmental sustainability, allow for cabinets and furniture which require minimum care and upkeep. Through creative staining, and artfully crafted details, oak eases and engages the eye. Custom designed cabinetry fulfills the promise of oak’s great heritage.

Red Oak Common #1. 3/4" x 3 1/4" Solid Hardwood. Stain: Special Walnut Sealer: Bona AmberSeal Poly: Bona Mega HD Satin
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This small desk has all the character to add an industrial feel to your home or study. The solid oak top and steel have been weathered and aged for a vintage look and feel. The frame and legs are made of heavy steel to produce a very solid sturdy desk. Features Heavy steel angle iron construction Solid oak top Weathered and distressed for vintage look Dimensions 48" (L) x 24" (D) x 31"(H) www.ModernIndustrialFurniture.com Made in the U.S.A

This Spanish style Californian home used our Antique Barnboard Oak flooring in all 6.5" wide planks. Aging patina, stress cracks and some original saw marks combined with nail holes and solid knots give this grade of reclaimed oak flooring a very unique character that is impossible to match with new flooring. For more information on this flooring please call us at (800) 333-7610 or email sales@appalachianwoods.com

Built in 1860 we designed this kitchen to have the conveniences of modern life with a sense of having it feel like it could be the original kitchen. White oak with clear coated herringbone oak floor and stained white oak cabinetry deliver the two tone feel.

White Oak cabinets and floor. Island counter top is Pietra Cardoso Schist. White counter top is Caesarstone, color Fresh Concrete. Island paint color is Sherwin Williams, Iron Ore. White wall and cabinet color is Benjamin Moore, Cloud Cover. Photo by Whit Preston

This desk is a perfect spot for homework and art projects without missing his favorite sports games.
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The kitchen juxtaposes luxurious paneled and glazed cabinets against a backdrop of rustic timber framing, weathered wide plank oak floors, and handmade-brick infill. The entirely brand new construction has the appeal of a perfect contemporary renovation to a 400-year-old French Normandy manor house accented by an antique iron backsplash and a custom metalwork range hood concealing a modern exhaust. Woodruff Brown Photography

8" Character Rift & Quartered White Oak Wood Floor. Extra Long Planks. Finished on site in Nashville Tennessee. Rubio Monocoat Finish. View into Kitchen with white cabinets, stainless refrigerator and appliances, green glass pendants lights, and bar stools. www.oakandbroad.com

A custom-made expansive two-story home providing views of the spacious kitchen, breakfast nook, dining, great room and outdoor amenities upon entry. Featuring 11,000 square feet of open area lavish living this residence does not disappoint with the attention to detail throughout. Elegant features embellish this home with the intricate woodworking and exposed wood beams, ceiling details, gorgeous stonework, European Oak flooring throughout, and unique lighting. This residence offers seven bedrooms including a mother-in-law suite, nine bathrooms, a bonus room, his and her offices, wet bar adjacent to dining area, wine room, laundry room featuring a dog wash area and a game room located above one of the two garages. The open-air kitchen is the perfect space for entertaining family and friends with the two islands, custom panel Sub-Zero appliances and easy access to the dining areas. Outdoor amenities include a pool with sun shelf and spa, fire bowls spilling water into the pool, firepit, large covered lanai with summer kitchen and fireplace surrounded by roll down screens to protect guests from inclement weather, and two additional covered lanais. This is luxury at its finest!

Jeri Koegel
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This is stunning Dura Supreme Cabinetry home was carefully designed by designer Aaron Mauk and his team at Mauk Cabinets by Design in Tipp City, Ohio and was featured in the Dayton Homearama Touring Edition. You’ll find Dura Supreme Cabinetry throughout the home including the bathrooms, the kitchen, a laundry room, and an entertainment room/wet bar area. Each room was designed to be beautiful and unique, yet coordinate fabulously with each other. The bathrooms each feature their own unique style. One gray and chiseled with a dark weathered wood furniture styled bathroom vanity. The other bright, vibrant and sophisticated with a fresh, white painted furniture vanity. Each bathroom has its own individual look and feel, yet they all coordinate beautifully. All in all, this home is packed full of storage, functionality and fabulous style! Featured Product Details: Bathroom #1: Dura Supreme Cabinetry’s Dempsey door style in Weathered "D" on Cherry (please note the finish is darker than the photo makes it appear. It’s always best to see cabinet samples in person before making your selection). Request a FREE Dura Supreme Cabinetry Brochure Packet: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure

Kensington Manor offers premium, 12mm laminates backed by a 30-year warranty. This collection features styles with a textured, handscraped and distressed appearance for a beautiful rustic fee. Plus, the V-groove design, high gloss finish, and 3mm pre-glued attached underlayment makes Kensington Manor laminates exceptionally durable and easy to install. These beautiful floors are engineered to resist scratches and stains while staying beautiful for years to come.

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