Huge Second Floor Laundry with open counters for Laundry baskets/rolling carts.
Inspiration for a large country galley concrete floor and black floor dedicated laundry room remodel in Chicago with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white countertops

Cabinetry: Brookhaven, frameless Wood: Cherry base cabinets and island; Maple, uppers Finishes: Java base cabinets and island; Nordic white uppers, and deep Aegean blue in the pantry Door: Bridgeport Countertop: Alaska White Granite Other Design Elements: • Mix of woods for interest, cherry and maple • Three different finishes: java on the base cabinets and island, Nordic white on the upper cabinets and deep Aegean blue in the pantry • Blue in the pantry is echoed with accented blue glass backsplash in the kitchen, giving cohesion to the contrasting color scheme • Elegant floating shelves to enhance the openness of the space • Wood beams and a barn board accent for a bit of rustic detail

Maple cabinetry in Dove White with stunning glass inserts gives a contemporary twist on a traditional style in this exquisite transitional kitchen.
Example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen design in Detroit with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a beach style l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen design in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Photo Credit: ©Tom Holdsworth, A screen porch was added to the side of the interior sitting room, enabling the two spaces to become one. A unique three-panel bi-fold door, separates the indoor-outdoor space; on nice days, plenty of natural ventilation flows through the house. Opening the sunroom, living room and kitchen spaces enables a free dialog between rooms. The kitchen level sits above the sunroom and living room giving it a perch as the heart of the home. Dressed in maple and white, the cabinet color palette is in sync with the subtle value and warmth of nature. The cooktop wall was designed as a piece of furniture; the maple cabinets frame the inserted white cabinet wall. The subtle mosaic backsplash with a hint of green, represents a delicate leaf.

Example of a mid-century modern galley concrete floor, gray floor and wood ceiling kitchen design in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and white countertops

Lisa Petrole Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary galley porcelain tile open concept kitchen remodel in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone countertops, blue backsplash, stone tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and multicolored floor eat-in kitchen design in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, quartz backsplash, black appliances, an island and white countertops

Grabill Cabinets Lacunar door style perimeter Maple cabinets in a custom light finish, Grabill Cabinets Lacunar door style White Oak Rift island in custom black finish, White DaVinci quartzite countertops. Visbeen Architects, Lynn Hollander Design, Ashley Avila Photography.

Photography: Joe Kyle
Kitchen - mid-sized farmhouse l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone countertops, white backsplash, brick backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and black countertops

This client came to us with a very clear vision of what she wanted, but she needed help to refine and execute the design. At our first meeting she described her style as somewhere between modern rustic and ‘granny chic’ – she likes cozy spaces with nods to the past, but also wanted to blend that with the more contemporary tastes of her husband and children. Functionally, the old layout was less than ideal with an oddly placed 3-sided fireplace and angled island creating traffic jams in and around the kitchen. By creating a U-shaped layout, we clearly defined the chef’s domain and created a circulation path that limits disruptions in the heart of the kitchen. While still an open concept, the black cabinets, bar height counter and change in flooring all add definition to the space. The vintage inspired black and white tile is a nod to the past while the black stainless range and matte black faucet are unmistakably modern. High on our client’s wish list was eliminating upper cabinets and keeping the countertops clear. In order to achieve this, we needed to ensure there was ample room in the base cabinets and reconfigured pantry for items typically stored above. The full height tile backsplash evokes exposed brick and serves as the backdrop for the custom wood-clad hood and decorative brass sconces – a perfect blend of rustic, modern and chic. Black and brass elements are repeated throughout the main floor in new hardware, lighting, and open shelves as well as the owners’ curated collection of family heirlooms and furnishings. In addition to renovating the kitchen, we updated the entire first floor with refinished hardwoods, new paint, wainscoting, wallcovering and beautiful new stained wood doors. Our client had been dreaming and planning this kitchen for 17 years and we’re thrilled we were able to bring it to life.

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Kitchen - mid-sized transitional l-shaped vinyl floor and beige floor kitchen idea in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, solid surface countertops, white backsplash, terra-cotta backsplash, black appliances, an island, black countertops and gray cabinets

Burrows Cabinets
Open concept kitchen - large modern l-shaped ceramic tile open concept kitchen idea in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

A kitchen without upper cabinets & without upper shelves creates an open airy space. The full height wall cabinets take care of dishes & stuff that use to be in the upper cabinets. Thinking of doing away with your upper cabinets, check out this helpful article: http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/74189472/list/the-pros-and-cons-of-upper-kitchen-cabinets-and-open-shelves The kitchen is by IKEA. The black cabinets are TINGSRYD which has a great wood effect. The white cabinets are VEDDINGE which has a smooth & matte finish. The black cabinets were used in moderation to not overwhelm the kitchen & to make it look special. All the ceilings were painted a crisp white to create height & brightness. Carrarra marble counter & back splash make for a modern European style. The approx 3'-0" wide x 10' long island is super useful for entertaining & looking out into the rest of the house & forest views.

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Example of a beach style u-shaped beige floor and light wood floor kitchen design in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

This bright coastal kitchen features soapstone counters, white Shaker cabinets, a beveled subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and beautiful barstools by W. A. Mitchell of Maine.

Architect:Steve Hinderberger of Hindesign
Example of a classic l-shaped kitchen design in San Francisco with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops

Matthew Niemann Photography
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in Austin

Bathroom - large contemporary master beige tile and porcelain tile dark wood floor and brown floor bathroom idea in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, beige walls, an undermount sink, quartzite countertops, a hinged shower door and white countertops