As with most properties in coastal San Diego this parcel of land was expensive and this client wanted to maximize their return on investment. We did this by filling every little corner of the allowable building area (width, depth, AND height). We designed a new two-story home that includes three bedrooms, three bathrooms, one office/ bedroom, an open concept kitchen/ dining/ living area, and my favorite part, a huge outdoor covered deck.

Pietro Potestà
Photo of a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Super compact stylish bathroom and kitchen for small one bedroom apartment in woollahra. A continuity of dark wood laminate throughout bathroom and kitchen, the introduction of a strong feature kitchen splash back wall.

Inspiration for a large modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Portland with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, bamboo floors, with island, beige floor and medium wood cabinets.

As with most properties in coastal San Diego this parcel of land was expensive and this client wanted to maximize their return on investment. We did this by filling every little corner of the allowable building area (width, depth, AND height). We designed a new two-story home that includes three bedrooms, three bathrooms, one office/ bedroom, an open concept kitchen/ dining/ living area, and my favorite part, a huge outdoor covered deck.

Inspiration for a large modern galley kitchen in Perth with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, white splashback, black appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Design ideas for a large modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Perth with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, bamboo floors, with island, solid surface benchtops, black splashback and white benchtop.

Inspiration for a large modern galley open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Mid-century modern light fixture in large entryway.
Photo of a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Baltimore with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, multiple islands and brown floor.

I had a clear vision of what I wanted in this space. I designed the acrylic and walnut under bench area with LED lighting and had them build this exactly to my specifications. Swivel Counter Stools I purchased from www.eurway.com and they were very reasonably priced. Caesar Stone waterfall bench top is a new finish with a subtle grey marble effect running through it.

We made a one flow kitchen/Family room, where the parents can cook and watch their kids playing, Shaker style cabinets, quartz countertop, and quartzite island, two sinks facing each other and two dishwashers. perfect for big family reunion like thanksgiving.

Photo of an expansive modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback and bamboo floors.

When Irvine designer, Richard Bustos’ client decided to remodel his Orange County 4,900 square foot home into a contemporary space, he immediately thought of Cantoni. His main concern though was based on the assumption that our luxurious modern furnishings came with an equally luxurious price tag. It was only after a visit to our Irvine store, where the client and Richard connected that the client realized our extensive collection of furniture and accessories was well within his reach.

“Richard was very thorough and straight forward as far as pricing,” says the client. "I became very intrigued that he was able to offer high quality products that I was looking for within my budget.” The next phases of the project involved looking over floor plans and discussing the client’s vision as far as design. The goal was to create a comfortable, yet stylish and modern layout for the client, his wife, and their three kids. In addition to creating a cozy and contemporary space, the client wanted his home to exude a tranquil atmosphere. Drawing most of his inspiration from Houzz, (the leading online platform for home remodeling and design) the client incorporated a Zen-like ambiance through the distressed greyish brown flooring, organic bamboo wall art, and with Richard’s help, earthy wall coverings, found in both the master bedroom and bathroom. Over the span of approximately two years, Richard helped his client accomplish his vision by selecting pieces of modern furniture that possessed the right colors, earthy tones, and textures so as to complement the home’s pre-existing features. The first room the duo tackled was the great room, and later continued furnishing the kitchen and master bedroom. Living up to its billing, the great room not only opened up to a breathtaking view of the Newport coast, it also was one great space. Richard decided that the best option to maximize the space would be to break the room into two separate yet distinct areas for living and dining. While exploring our online collections, the client discovered the Jasper Shag rug in a bold and vibrant green. The grassy green rug paired with the sleek Italian made Montecarlo glass dining table added just the right amount of color and texture to compliment the natural beauty of the bamboo sculpture. The client happily adds, “I’m always receiving complements on the green rug!” Once the duo had completed the dining area, they worked on furnishing the living area, and later added pieces like the classic Renoir bed to the master bedroom and Crescent Console to the kitchen, which adds both balance and sophistication. The living room, also known as the family room was the central area where Richard’s client and his family would spend quality time. As a fellow family man, Richard understood that that meant creating an inviting space with comfortable and durable pieces of furniture that still possessed a modern flare. The client loved the look and design of the Mercer sectional. With Cantoni’s ability to customize furniture, Richard was able to special order the sectional in a fabric that was both durable and aesthetically pleasing. Selecting the color scheme for the living room was also greatly influenced by the client’s pre-existing artwork as well as unique distressed floors. Richard recommended adding dark pieces of furniture as seen in the Mercer sectional along with the Viera area rug. He explains, “The darker colors and contrast of the rug’s material worked really well with the distressed wood floor.” Furthermore, the comfortable American Leather Recliner, which was customized in red leather not only maximized the space, but also tied in the client’s picturesque artwork beautifully. The client adds gratefully, “Richard was extremely helpful with color; He was great at seeing if I was taking it too far or not enough.” It is apparent that Richard and his client made a great team. With the client’s passion for great design and Richard’s design expertise, together they transformed the home into a modern sanctuary. Working with this particular client was a very rewarding experience for Richard. He adds, “My client and his family were so easy and fun to work with. Their enthusiasm, focus, and involvement are what helped me bring their ideas to life. I think we created a unique environment that their entire family can enjoy for many years to come.” https://www.cantoni.com/project/a-contemporary-sanctuary

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island and flat-panel cabinets.

Mike Ciolino
This is an example of a mid-sized modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island and beige floor.

This project reinvents a traditional San Francisco infill residence into a light filled, colorful modern home. The new design is modest in space but generous in material and detailing. An interactive relationship between the kitchen and living spaces was created with cabinetry that stretches to link the rooms spatially and functionally. The dynamic wall cabinet incorporates open and closed units in a varied, yet colorful modular composition to give variety and visual play. As a product of the couple’s strong belief in environmentally sensitive design, the remodel incorporates green building products and materials throughout. ©john todd

The cabinets are by Wellborn in the flat-front Premier style, with a white satin finish for wall cabinets and natural maple for the base cabinets. The brushed nickel pulls are Skinny Linea by Atlas. The 30" gas cooktop with griddle is from KitchenAid. Global Grey limestone field tile gently contrasts with Yukon Blanco quartz countertops by Silestone. Of special note is the pendant light above the sink. Mosby designer Jake Spurgeon spotted this lamp, original to the 1953, in the basement rec room, and brought it up to the kitchen for an authentic splash of color and to honor the homes mid-century modern origins. Photo by Toby Weiss

This small kitchen was recreated into an open plan space by replacing the traditional window with a backsplash window to allow for overhead cabinets on the back wall. Tess Godkin Photography

This small kitchen was recreated into an open plan space by replacing the traditional window with a backsplash window to allow for overhead cabinets on the back wall.