Set within the Carlton Square Conservation Area in East London, this two-storey end of terrace period property suffered from a lack of natural light, low ceiling heights and a disconnection to the garden at the rear. The clients preference for an industrial aesthetic along with an assortment of antique fixtures and fittings acquired over many years were an integral factor whilst forming the brief. Steel windows and polished concrete feature heavily, allowing the enlarged living area to be visually connected to the garden with internal floor finishes continuing externally. Floor to ceiling glazing combined with large skylights help define areas for cooking, eating and reading whilst maintaining a flexible open plan space. This simple yet detailed project located within a prominent Conservation Area required a considered design approach, with a reduced palette of materials carefully selected in response to the existing building and it’s context. Photographer: Simon Maxwell

Timmerman Photography - Bill Timmerman
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Photo by: Lucas Finlay A successful entrepreneur and self-proclaimed bachelor, the owner of this 1,100-square-foot Yaletown property sought a complete renovation in time for Vancouver Winter Olympic Games. The goal: make it party central and keep the neighbours happy. For the latter, we added acoustical insulation to walls, ceilings, floors and doors. For the former, we designed the kitchen to provide ample catering space and keep guests oriented around the bar top and living area. Concrete counters, stainless steel cabinets, tin doors and concrete floors were chosen for durability and easy cleaning. The black, high-gloss lacquered pantry cabinets reflect light from the single window, and amplify the industrial space’s masculinity. To add depth and highlight the history of the 100-year-old garment factory building, the original brick and concrete walls were exposed. In the living room, a drywall ceiling and steel beams were clad in Douglas Fir to reference the old, original post and beam structure. We juxtaposed these raw elements with clean lines and bold statements with a nod to overnight guests. In the ensuite, the sculptural Spoon XL tub provides room for two; the vanity has a pop-up make-up mirror and extra storage; and, LED lighting in the steam shower to shift the mood from refreshing to sensual.

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, window splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Photo-Jim Westphalen
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, concrete benchtops, concrete floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Alno AG
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, concrete floors, with island and stainless steel appliances.

Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Modern style IKEA kitchen in Yellowknife, Canada, features white high gloss RINGHULT doors, white cabinet frames, MAXIMERA drawers, BLANKETT aluminium handles and UTRUSTA hinges.

Duo toned cabinets and glass backsplash line this space while concrete surfaces in both the floors and island add an industrial flair. Photo Credit: Julie Lehite

we designed and commisioned cross sawn oak handmade base cabinets to contrast with the carbon blue painted wall cabinets.
Design ideas for an industrial u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and a peninsula.

Beautiful African Mahogany Kitchen. Photo by- Tiago Pinto
Photo of a large asian kitchen in San Francisco with concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

David White Photography
Design ideas for an eclectic kitchen in Dallas with a drop-in sink, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback and concrete floors.

Interior - Kitchen Beach House at Avoca Beach by Architecture Saville Isaacs Project Summary Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ The core idea of people living and engaging with place is an underlying principle of our practice, given expression in the manner in which this home engages with the exterior, not in a general expansive nod to view, but in a varied and intimate manner. The interpretation of experiencing life at the beach in all its forms has been manifested in tangible spaces and places through the design of pavilions, courtyards and outdoor rooms. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ A progression of pavilions and courtyards are strung off a circulation spine/breezeway, from street to beach: entry/car court; grassed west courtyard (existing tree); games pavilion; sand+fire courtyard (=sheltered heart); living pavilion; operable verandah; beach. The interiors reinforce architectural design principles and place-making, allowing every space to be utilised to its optimum. There is no differentiation between architecture and interiors: Interior becomes exterior, joinery becomes space modulator, materials become textural art brought to life by the sun.   Project Description Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ The core idea of people living and engaging with place is an underlying principle of our practice, given expression in the manner in which this home engages with the exterior, not in a general expansive nod to view, but in a varied and intimate manner. The house is designed to maximise the spectacular Avoca beachfront location with a variety of indoor and outdoor rooms in which to experience different aspects of beachside living. Client brief: home to accommodate a small family yet expandable to accommodate multiple guest configurations, varying levels of privacy, scale and interaction. A home which responds to its environment both functionally and aesthetically, with a preference for raw, natural and robust materials. Maximise connection – visual and physical – to beach. The response was a series of operable spaces relating in succession, maintaining focus/connection, to the beach. The public spaces have been designed as series of indoor/outdoor pavilions. Courtyards treated as outdoor rooms, creating ambiguity and blurring the distinction between inside and out. A progression of pavilions and courtyards are strung off circulation spine/breezeway, from street to beach: entry/car court; grassed west courtyard (existing tree); games pavilion; sand+fire courtyard (=sheltered heart); living pavilion; operable verandah; beach. Verandah is final transition space to beach: enclosable in winter; completely open in summer. This project seeks to demonstrates that focusing on the interrelationship with the surrounding environment, the volumetric quality and light enhanced sculpted open spaces, as well as the tactile quality of the materials, there is no need to showcase expensive finishes and create aesthetic gymnastics. The design avoids fashion and instead works with the timeless elements of materiality, space, volume and light, seeking to achieve a sense of calm, peace and tranquillity. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ Focus is on the tactile quality of the materials: a consistent palette of concrete, raw recycled grey ironbark, steel and natural stone. Materials selections are raw, robust, low maintenance and recyclable. Light, natural and artificial, is used to sculpt the space and accentuate textural qualities of materials. Passive climatic design strategies (orientation, winter solar penetration, screening/shading, thermal mass and cross ventilation) result in stable indoor temperatures, requiring minimal use of heating and cooling. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ Accommodation is naturally ventilated by eastern sea breezes, but sheltered from harsh afternoon winds. Both bore and rainwater are harvested for reuse. Low VOC and non-toxic materials and finishes, hydronic floor heating and ventilation ensure a healthy indoor environment. Project was the outcome of extensive collaboration with client, specialist consultants (including coastal erosion) and the builder. The interpretation of experiencing life by the sea in all its forms has been manifested in tangible spaces and places through the design of the pavilions, courtyards and outdoor rooms. The interior design has been an extension of the architectural intent, reinforcing architectural design principles and place-making, allowing every space to be utilised to its optimum capacity. There is no differentiation between architecture and interiors: Interior becomes exterior, joinery becomes space modulator, materials become textural art brought to life by the sun. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/

Scherr's doors and drawer fronts on IKEA Sektion cabinets. #125 Slab Walnut Veneer. Horizontal Grain Matching.
Inspiration for a small modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with concrete floors, grey floor, a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island and black benchtop.

Thick concrete kitchen countertops for a container house in West Boulder really set off the playful and funky, yet industrial feel of the unique house. Rather than trying to hide the seams we decided to celebrate them and incorporate them into the design by adding strips of the same maple ply that the cabinets were made out of.

Photo: Gibeon Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, concrete floors and with island.

Guy Lockwood
Mid-sized industrial l-shaped kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and a peninsula.