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

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Written by Mary Kate Hogan for Westchester Home Magazine. "The Goal: The family that cooks together has the most fun — especially when their kitchen is equipped with four ovens and tons of workspace. After a first-floor renovation of a home for a couple with four grown children, the new kitchen features high-tech appliances purchased through Royal Green and a custom island with a connected table to seat family, friends, and cooking spectators. An old dining room was eliminated, and the whole area was transformed into one open, L-shaped space with a bar and family room. “They wanted to expand the kitchen and have more of an entertaining room for their family gatherings,” says designer Danielle Florie. She designed the kitchen so that two or three people can work at the same time, with a full sink in the island that’s big enough for cleaning vegetables or washing pots and pans. Key Features: Well-Stocked Bar: The bar area adjacent to the kitchen doubles as a coffee center. Topped with a leathered brown marble, the bar houses the coffee maker as well as a wine refrigerator, beverage fridge, and built-in ice maker. Upholstered swivel chairs encourage people to gather and stay awhile. Finishing Touches: Counters around the kitchen and the island are covered with a Cambria quartz that has the light, airy look the homeowners wanted and resists stains and scratches. A geometric marble tile backsplash is an eye-catching decorative element. Into the Wood: The larger table in the kitchen was handmade for the family and matches the island base. On the floor, wood planks with a warm gray tone run diagonally for added interest." Bilotta Designer: Danielle Florie Photographer: Phillip Ennis

ソルトレイクシティにある広いビーチスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (白いキャビネット、大理石カウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、大理石のキッチンパネル、無垢フローリング、マルチカラーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

Photo by deVol Kitchens
ロンドンにある高級な中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、緑のキャビネット、大理石カウンター、石スラブのキッチンパネル、黒い調理設備、アイランドなし、無垢フローリング、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル) の写真

Design by Lauren Levant, Photography by Bob Narod, for Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen and Bath 2013 Kitchen + Bath Business Kitchen of the Year, Third Place
ワシントンD.C.にあるトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (白いキャビネット、シルバーの調理設備、アンダーカウンターシンク、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、石タイルのキッチンパネル、無垢フローリング) の写真

A stunning view of the kitchen sink and range. The flooring has a weathered finish with soft grey tones relating perfectly to the taupe glazed base cabinets and multi-color backsplash. Photo: Bob Narod

This warm and inviting Tuscan inspired kitchen is located in a lovely little neighborhood in Durham, North Carolina. Here, warm cream cabinets are accented beautifully with Cambria Canterbury Quartz countertops, Jerusalem Gold limestone backsplashes, and bronze accents. The stainless steel appliances and Kohler stainless steel Simplice faucet provide a nice contrast to the dark bronze hardware, tile inserts, and light fixtures. The existing breakfast room light fixture, table, and chairs blend beautifully with the new selections in the room. New hardwood floors, finished to match the existing throughout the house, work fabulously with the warm yellow walls. The careful selection of cabinetry storage inserts and brand new pantry storage units make this kitchen a wonderfully functional space and a great place for both family meals and entertaining. copyright 2012 marilyn peryer photography

На небольшом пространстве удалось уместить полноценную кухню с барной стойкой. Фартук отделан терраццо
サンクトペテルブルクにある低価格の小さな北欧スタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (シングルシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、ピンクのキャビネット、木材カウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、磁器タイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、茶色いキッチンカウンター) の写真

ロンドンにある低価格の小さなおしゃれなキッチン (一体型シンク、紫のキャビネット、珪岩カウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、磁器タイルのキッチンパネル、黒い調理設備、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Don’t shy away from the style of New Mexico by adding southwestern influence throughout this whole home remodel!
アルバカーキにある高級な広いサンタフェスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (エプロンフロントシンク、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、青いキャビネット、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、テラコッタタイルの床、アイランドなし、オレンジの床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Beautiful farmhouse kitchen with shiplap hood and fun mosaic backsplash. The gold fixtures really pop against the navy hood and backsplash.
アトランタにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなキッチン (エプロンフロントシンク、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、磁器タイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、グレーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

Drew Gray Photography Interior Photography, Architectural Photography, Landscaping Photography Minneapolis- St Paul, Minnesota http://www.drewgrayphoto.com

他の地域にあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (エプロンフロントシンク、ガラス扉のキャビネット、中間色木目調キャビネット、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、ボーダータイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、ベージュのキッチンカウンター) の写真

オレンジカウンティにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、黒いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Our clients had just recently closed on their new house in Stapleton and were excited to transform it into their perfect forever home. They wanted to remodel the entire first floor to create a more open floor plan and develop a smoother flow through the house that better fit the needs of their family. The original layout consisted of several small rooms that just weren’t very functional, so we decided to remove the walls that were breaking up the space and restructure the first floor to create a wonderfully open feel. After removing the existing walls, we rearranged their spaces to give them an office at the front of the house, a large living room, and a large dining room that connects seamlessly with the kitchen. We also wanted to center the foyer in the home and allow more light to travel through the first floor, so we replaced their existing doors with beautiful custom sliding doors to the back yard and a gorgeous walnut door with side lights to greet guests at the front of their home. Living Room Our clients wanted a living room that could accommodate an inviting sectional, a baby grand piano, and plenty of space for family game nights. So, we transformed what had been a small office and sitting room into a large open living room with custom wood columns. We wanted to avoid making the home feel too vast and monumental, so we designed custom beams and columns to define spaces and to make the house feel like a home. Aesthetically we wanted their home to be soft and inviting, so we utilized a neutral color palette with occasional accents of muted blues and greens. Dining Room Our clients were also looking for a large dining room that was open to the rest of the home and perfect for big family gatherings. So, we removed what had been a small family room and eat-in dining area to create a spacious dining room with a fireplace and bar. We added custom cabinetry to the bar area with open shelving for displaying and designed a custom surround for their fireplace that ties in with the wood work we designed for their living room. We brought in the tones and materiality from the kitchen to unite the spaces and added a mixed metal light fixture to bring the space together Kitchen We wanted the kitchen to be a real show stopper and carry through the calm muted tones we were utilizing throughout their home. We reoriented the kitchen to allow for a big beautiful custom island and to give us the opportunity for a focal wall with cooktop and range hood. Their custom island was perfectly complimented with a dramatic quartz counter top and oversized pendants making it the real center of their home. Since they enter the kitchen first when coming from their detached garage, we included a small mud-room area right by the back door to catch everyone’s coats and shoes as they come in. We also created a new walk-in pantry with plenty of open storage and a fun chalkboard door for writing notes, recipes, and grocery lists. Office We transformed the original dining room into a handsome office at the front of the house. We designed custom walnut built-ins to house all of their books, and added glass french doors to give them a bit of privacy without making the space too closed off. We painted the room a deep muted blue to create a glimpse of rich color through the french doors Powder Room The powder room is a wonderful play on textures. We used a neutral palette with contrasting tones to create dramatic moments in this little space with accents of brushed gold. Master Bathroom The existing master bathroom had an awkward layout and outdated finishes, so we redesigned the space to create a clean layout with a dream worthy shower. We continued to use neutral tones that tie in with the rest of the home, but had fun playing with tile textures and patterns to create an eye-catching vanity. The wood-look tile planks along the floor provide a soft backdrop for their new free-standing bathtub and contrast beautifully with the deep ash finish on the cabinetry.

シャーロットにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、青いキャビネット、木材カウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、茶色いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Island Formica Laminate Countertop installed for Central City Lumber in rural North Dakota (Photos by Alison Sund)
他の地域にある広いカントリー風のおしゃれなキッチン (エプロンフロントシンク、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、ラミネートカウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、サブウェイタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

フィラデルフィアにある高級な広い地中海スタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、珪岩カウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、テラコッタタイルの床、ベージュの床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真