Transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, grey benchtop and recessed.

This is an example of an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Las Vegas with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, solid surface benchtops, white benchtop and recessed.

Large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors, with island, white floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in Brisbane with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, white benchtop and recessed.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Moscow with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, no island, white floor, beige benchtop and recessed.

For this project, our Boston design-build team worked closely with a pair of keen-eyed clients to bring their unique vision to life. The main challenge throughout was deciding how to make the most out of the relatively small 990 ft² we had to work with.

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW As with most projects, it all started with the kitchen layout. The home owners came to us wanting to upgrade their kitchen and overall aesthetic in their suburban home, with a combination of fresh paint, updated finishes, and improved flow for more ease when doing everyday activities. A monochromatic, earth-toned palette left the kitchen feeling uninspired. It lacked the brightness they wanted from their space. An eat-in table underutilized the available square footage. The butler’s pantry was out of the way and hard to access, and the dining room felt detached from the kitchen. Lead Designer, Stephanie Cole, saw an improved layout for the spaces that were no longer working for this family. By eliminating an existing wall between the kitchen and dining room, and relocating the bar area to the dining room, we opened up the kitchen, providing all the space we needed to create a dreamy and functional layout. A new perimeter configuration promoted circulation while also making space for a large and functional island loaded with seating – a must for any family. Because an island that isn’t big enough for everyone (and a few more) is a recipe for disaster. The light white cabinetry is fresh and contrasts with the deeper tones in the wood flooring, creating a modern aesthetic that is elevated, yet approachable for everyday living. With better flow as the overarching goal, we made some structural changes too. To remove a bottleneck in the entryway, we angled one of the dining room walls to create more natural separation between rooms and facilitate ease of movement throughout the large space. At The Kitchen Studio, we believe a well-designed kitchen uses every square inch to the fullest. By starting from scratch, it was possible to rethink the entire kitchen layout and design the space according to how it is used, because the kitchen shouldn’t make it harder to feed the family. A new location for the existing range, flanked by a new column refrigerator and freezer on each side, worked to anchor the space. The very large and very spacious island (a dream island if we do say so ourselves) now houses the primary sink and provides ample space for food prep and family gathering. The new kitchen table and coordinating banquette seating provide a cozy nook for quick breakfasts before school or work, and evening homework sessions. Elegant gold details catch the natural light, elevating the aesthetic. The dining room was transformed into one of this client’s favorite spaces and we couldn’t agree more. We saw an opportunity to give the dining room a more distinguished identity by closing off the entrance from the foyer. The relocated wet bar enhances the sophisticated vibe of this gathering space, complete with beautiful antique mirror tiles and open shelving encased by moody built-in cabinets. Updated furnishings add warmth. A rich walnut table is paired with custom chairs in a muted coral fabric. The large, transitional chandelier grounds the room, pairing beautifully with the gold finishes prevalent in the faucet and cabinet hardware. Linen-inspired wallpaper and cream-toned window treatments add to the glamorous feel of this entertainment space. There is no way around it. The laundry room was cramped. The large washer and dryer blocked access to the sink and left little room for the space to serve its other essential function – as a mudroom. Because we reworked the kitchen layout to create more space overall, we could rethink the mudroom too – an essential for any busy family. The first step was moving the washer and dryer to an existing area on the second floor, where most of the family’s laundry lives (no one wants to carry laundry up and down the stairs if they don’t have to anyway). This is a more functional solution and opened up the space for all the mudroom necessities – including the existing kitchen refrigerator, loads of built-in cubbies, and a bench. It’s hard to not fall in love with every detail of a new space, especially when it serves your day-to-day life. But that doesn’t mean the clients didn’t have their favorite features they use on the daily. This remodel was focused largely on function with a new kitchen layout. And it’s the functional features that have the biggest impact. The large island provides much needed workspace in the kitchen and is a spot where everyone gathers together – it grounds the space and the family. And the custom counter stools are the icing on the cake. The nearby mudroom has everything their previous space was lacking – ample storage, space for everyone’s essentials, and the beloved cement floor tiles that are both durable and artistic.

Drawing inspiration from Japanese architecture, we combined painted maple cabinet door frames with inset panels clad with a rice paper-based covering. The countertops were fabricated from a Southwestern golden granite. The green apothecary jar came from Japan.

One of the favorite spaces in the whole house is the kitchen. To give it the personal details that you want, combination of different materials is the key; in this case we mixed wood with a white color

We love this kitchen's marble countertops, backsplash, white kitchen cabinetry, and the custom range hoods & vents.
This is an example of an expansive mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, multiple islands, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and recessed.

Мебель в стиле "неоклассика " во всем своем великолепии, Карниз верхний с подкарнизником. Цоколь- МДФ с фрезировкой. Цвет эмали по RAL9003. Подсветка- врезной профиль в навесных корпусах и колонках.

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, beige floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Remodeler: Michels Homes Interior Design: Jami Ludens, Studio M Interiors Cabinetry Design: Megan Dent, Studio M Kitchen and Bath Photography: Scott Amundson Photography

Transitional kitchen pantry in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, black appliances, beige floor, beige benchtop and recessed.

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW This family from Wheaton was ready to remodel their kitchen, dining room and powder room. The project didn’t call for any structural or space planning changes but the makeover still had a massive impact on their home. The homeowners wanted to change their dated 1990’s brown speckled granite and light maple kitchen. They liked the welcoming feeling they got from the wood and warm tones in their current kitchen, but this style clashed with their vision of a deVOL type kitchen, a London-based furniture company. Their inspiration came from the country homes of the UK that mix the warmth of traditional detail with clean lines and modern updates. To create their vision, we started with all new framed cabinets with a modified overlay painted in beautiful, understated colors. Our clients were adamant about “no white cabinets.” Instead we used an oyster color for the perimeter and a custom color match to a specific shade of green chosen by the homeowner. The use of a simple color pallet reduces the visual noise and allows the space to feel open and welcoming. We also painted the trim above the cabinets the same color to make the cabinets look taller. The room trim was painted a bright clean white to match the ceiling. In true English fashion our clients are not coffee drinkers, but they LOVE tea. We created a tea station for them where they can prepare and serve tea. We added plenty of glass to showcase their tea mugs and adapted the cabinetry below to accommodate storage for their tea items. Function is also key for the English kitchen and the homeowners. They requested a deep farmhouse sink and a cabinet devoted to their heavy mixer because they bake a lot. We then got rid of the stovetop on the island and wall oven and replaced both of them with a range located against the far wall. This gives them plenty of space on the island to roll out dough and prepare any number of baked goods. We then removed the bifold pantry doors and created custom built-ins with plenty of usable storage for all their cooking and baking needs. The client wanted a big change to the dining room but still wanted to use their own furniture and rug. We installed a toile-like wallpaper on the top half of the room and supported it with white wainscot paneling. We also changed out the light fixture, showing us once again that small changes can have a big impact. As the final touch, we also re-did the powder room to be in line with the rest of the first floor. We had the new vanity painted in the same oyster color as the kitchen cabinets and then covered the walls in a whimsical patterned wallpaper. Although the homeowners like subtle neutral colors they were willing to go a bit bold in the powder room for something unexpected. For more design inspiration go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

This is an example of a transitional u-shaped kitchen in Omaha with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and recessed.

Colorful refreshed kitchen
Photo of a mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, green benchtop and recessed.

Photo of a small traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, laminate floors, no island, brown floor, brown benchtop and recessed.

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, red cabinets, solid surface benchtops, red splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, white floor, white benchtop and recessed.