This is an example of a mid-sized u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Jason Hulet Photography
Large country u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, red splashback, with island, a farmhouse sink, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and travertine splashback.

The island is stained walnut. The cabinets are glazed paint. The gray-green hutch has copper mesh over the doors and is designed to appear as a separate free standing piece. Small appliances are behind the cabinets at countertop level next to the range. The hood is copper with an aged finish. The wall of windows keeps the room light and airy, despite the dreary Pacific Northwest winters! The fireplace wall was floor to ceiling brick with a big wood stove. The new fireplace surround is honed marble. The hutch to the left is built into the wall and holds all of their electronics. Project by Portland interior design studio Jenni Leasia Interior Design. Also serving Lake Oswego, West Linn, Vancouver, Sherwood, Camas, Oregon City, Beaverton, and the whole of Greater Portland. For more about Jenni Leasia Interior Design, click here: https://www.jennileasiadesign.com/

Photo of a traditional kitchen in Orlando with wood benchtops, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Sunny Rousette Photography
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in Atlanta with beige cabinets, beaded inset cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, stone slab splashback, marble floors, with island and green benchtop.

This is an example of a country kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, marble benchtops, white cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Committing to a kosher kitchen is quite a daunting undertaking and when you are also taking on a complete remodel, it can be overwhelming. It does not, however, have to be insurmountable. There are many resources to help guide you through the experience. Check out the internet and magazines to guide you. Once you have done the initial research, contact your Rabi with questions and for clarification on a kosher kitchen. Kosher requirements can vary differently between Orthodox, Conservatism, Ultra Orthodox and Reform Judaism. Your Rabi most likely will have a list of rules and guidelines. Also, hire a professional kitchen designer. They will not only be able to design the needs of a kosher kitchen but also make it personal to your needs and beautiful too. If the space and the budget allow, two distinct kitchens within one space is a possibility. A kosher kitchen requires stringent separation of meat and dairy items. Depending on the sect of Judaism you practice ------ Storage: The Storage areas need space for two sets of dishes, pots and pans, flatware, cups and utensils. You can combine the storage areas as long as there is a separation and that you do not mix service ware. A good recommendation is to color code your plates, flatware, table linen, pots. For example, red plates, gold-colored flatware, copper pots for meat items while dairy items have white plates, stainless flatware, stainless pots. You may want to label each area so when you have your new sister-in-law help in the kitchen; everything stays in the correct place. Appliances: When selecting appliances look for the STAR-K logo. This will help you determine to what extent an appliance is Kosher. Some ovens will have Sabbath modes where they will turn on automatically at a predetermined time. Once the oven is open, the oven turns off. Some refrigerators also have Sabbath modes where the ice maker turns off on the Sabbath and back on the following day. One refrigerator is usually sufficient provided all foods stay on the proper container in the proper section of the refrigerator. Having an immaculately clean refrigerator is a must if this is the case. You do not want spills from one food source contaminating food from the other. If you decide on two refrigerators, one can be full size while the other is smaller. A good kitchen designer can help assess your family’s needs to determine which is best for you. Dishwashers cannot be Kosher in most cases. You either need two dishwashers, separate compartment dishwashers as in dishwasher drawers or wash by hand. Look at Fisher Pikel or Kitchen Aid for dishwasher drawers. Each drawer is on separate controls. You can dedicate the top drawer for dairy while the bottom drawer is for meat service ware. If you have space and decide to have two dishwashers, you can get two 24” wide dishwashers. Another option is to have one full size dishwasher and supplement it with a small 18” wide dishwasher. Miele makes an 18” wide dishwasher that is super quiet and cleans dishes very well. You may also opt for a single dishwasher drawer in addition to a full sized dishwasher. A single Microwave oven can be used for milk and meat provided that a complete cover is used around the food. You will also need separate plastic plate’s places on the bottom or glass turn table. Keeping the unit clean is very important. Counter tops: Counter tops may or may not be able to be koshered depending on your sect. Simply having sets of trivets for dairy, meat and pareve (not meat or dairy) will provide adequate separation of foods. Sinks: If you can’t have two separate sinks, include three separate tubs to be places in the sink. Color code the tubs for meat, dairy and pareve. If you have one sink or a single divided sink, you will need to be cautious about splashing, to keep the meat and dairy particulates apart. You will also need space for separate dish cloths or sponges and dish towels. Again, color coding is extremely helpful and highly suggested. Must Haves: ~Storage space for two sets of dishes, flatware, pans bowls ~Color Code and label where appropriate ~Separate burners dedicate for either meat or dairy ~Separate clean up areas ~Clean environment to avoid contamination between meat and dairy ~A space that functions for how you cook ~A space that reflects you Design and remodel by Design Studio West Brady Architectural Photography

My favorite French Country Kitchen
Inspiration for a mid-sized l-shaped separate kitchen in Louisville with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors and with island.

Photography: César Rubio
This is an example of an eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with beaded inset cabinets, yellow cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, marble benchtops and stainless steel appliances.

Dick Springgate
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Salt Lake City with raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, a farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands and multi-coloured benchtop.

This is an example of a country single-wall kitchen in Berkshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, ceramic floors and no island.

Emily Minton Redfield
Design ideas for a country kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Scott Fredrick Photography
Mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and grey benchtop.

French-inspired kitchen remodel Architect: Carol Sundstrom, AIA Contractor: Phoenix Construction Photography: © Kathryn Barnard
Inspiration for a large eat-in kitchen in Seattle with subway tile splashback, a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, with island, glass-front cabinets and medium hardwood floors.

Reminiscent of a villa in south of France, this Old World yet still sophisticated home are what the client had dreamed of. The home was newly built to the client’s specifications. The wood tone kitchen cabinets are made of butternut wood, instantly warming the atmosphere. The perimeter and island cabinets are painted and captivating against the limestone counter tops. A custom steel hammered hood and Apex wood flooring (Downers Grove, IL) bring this room to an artful balance. Project specs: Sub Zero integrated refrigerator and Wolf 36” range Interior Design by Tony Stavish, A.W. Stavish Designs Craig Dugan - Photographer

Traditional eat-in kitchen in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, a triple-bowl sink, white cabinets, brown splashback and mosaic tile splashback.

James Kruger, LandMark Photography Interior Design: Martha O'Hara Interiors Architect: Sharratt Design & Company
Large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, limestone benchtops, with island, dark wood cabinets, dark hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, brown floor, beige splashback, stone tile splashback and recessed-panel cabinets.

Good example of tone of tone glazing with the perimeter cabinets in shades of cream contrasted with the center island in khaki glaze. Vent hood is glazed taupe tones to pull out color in the accent tiles behind the cook top.

French Country Kitchen
Photo of a kitchen in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback and subway tile splashback.