Step into the rejuvenation of a 1956 Golden Valley home, once owned by the clients’ mothers and now transformed under their ownership with a much-needed kitchen remodel. The original kitchen lacked countertop storage, featured outdated cabinets with black hinges and handles, embraced the typical soffits of the 50s era, and lacked an inviting ambiance. Fueled by a passion for the outdoors and gardening, the homeowners opted for earthy green cabinets from Crystal Cabinets, seamlessly blending with the natural sanctuary just beyond their back door. The addition of a black glaze over the green cabinets, along with walnut accents, brought warmth and personality to the space, achieving the cozy, friendly vibe the homeowners desired. Prioritizing functionality, a center island was introduced for entertaining grandchildren, top-of-the-line Subzero and Wolf appliances were seamlessly incorporated, and customized storage solutions were implemented to cater to the homeowners’ specific cooking needs. Soffits were removed, a closet with a vent stack was repurposed, and the vinyl floor was replaced with new hardwood to match the living room seamlessly. The homeowners’ collection of brass kitchenware found its elegant showcase in a traditional hutch with opaque seedy glass doors, adding a touch of sophistication to the space. Personal touches, such as hand-selecting a granite stone slab reminiscent of their favorite landscape in Duluth, a glazed ceramic tile backsplash reaching the ceiling line, and the inclusion of Bicycle Glass, a local artisan, for wall sconces and pendants, further enhanced the kitchen’s unique character. Blown glass orbs soften sightlines, while the gold/black brilliance kitchen faucet with a textured handle adds a playful touch. Every aspect of this new kitchen is a reflection of the homeowners’ down-to-earth personalities, creating a space that is both functional and filled with personality.

Appartement Boyer

Ludily

Au cœur de la place du Pin à Nice, cet appartement autrefois sombre et délabré a été métamorphosé pour faire entrer la lumière naturelle. Nous avons souhaité créer une architecture à la fois épurée, intimiste et chaleureuse. Face à son état de décrépitude, une rénovation en profondeur s’imposait, englobant la refonte complète du plancher et des travaux de réfection structurale de grande envergure. L’une des transformations fortes a été la dépose de la cloison qui séparait autrefois le salon de l’ancienne chambre, afin de créer un double séjour. D’un côté une cuisine en bois au design minimaliste s’associe harmonieusement à une banquette cintrée, qui elle, vient englober une partie de la table à manger, en référence à la restauration. De l’autre côté, l’espace salon a été peint dans un blanc chaud, créant une atmosphère pure et une simplicité dépouillée. L’ensemble de ce double séjour est orné de corniches et une cimaise partiellement cintrée encadre un miroir, faisant de cet espace le cœur de l’appartement. L’entrée, cloisonnée par de la menuiserie, se détache visuellement du double séjour. Dans l’ancien cellier, une salle de douche a été conçue, avec des matériaux naturels et intemporels. Dans les deux chambres, l’ambiance est apaisante avec ses lignes droites, la menuiserie en chêne et les rideaux sortants du plafond agrandissent visuellement l’espace, renforçant la sensation d’ouverture et le côté épuré.

Sharon Woods Kitchen

DiFabion Remodeling, Inc.

Design ideas for a large transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Charlotte with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen Before and After in New City, NY

Luxury Kitchen & Bath

Design ideas for a small transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel

Mariano & Co., LLC

After removing the soffits, island and old cabinets, we were able to install all new beautiful java shaker style cabinets, a Grey Glazed Brick backsplash in a herringbone pattern and create a new rectangular island where we patched in the existing Aequa Cirrus wood look tile for a seamless finish. The perimeter cabinets are topped with Bianco Montana Granite and the large new island is topped with a beautiful Bianco Romano Supreme Granite. Finally, the fixtures complete this kitchen with the stunning new Park Harbor “Hillpoint” Linear Pendant, Black Stainless Steel wall mount range hood, Café Brown “Grandis” single bowl sink and the Stainless Steel pull out spray Kitchen faucet!

Wheaton Kitchen Remodel

Synergy Builders Inc.

Ryan Ocasio
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Classic White Galley Kitchen

Spexarth Design Inc.

Mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Wichita with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and multi-coloured benchtop.

Rustic Transitional Kitchen in Yorktown

Great Kitchens & Baths

Jennifer Van Elk
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped kitchen in Indianapolis with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Green Hills Elegance

Hermitage Kitchen Gallery LLC

Designer: Terri Sears Photography: Melissa M. Mills
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Toffee Stain Shaker Door Kitchen with Calacatta Valetin Quartz Countertops

Cabinet-S-Top

In this kitchen, Siteline Cabinetry in the Walton shaker door style with the Toffee stain finish was installed. The countertop is MSI Calacatta Valentin quartz with a standard edge treatment with a Transolid Stainless Steel Sink and Moen Spot Resist Stainless faucet. The tile backsplash is 3x12 irregular subway tile by Anatolia Marlow collection. An Elmwood Park collection pendant light over the island and a mini chandelier in Brushed Nickel. On the floor is 18x18 Flex Corinthia in the Amber color Luxury Vinyl Tile.

Colorful & Organized Small Kitchen

Tracey Stephens Interior Design Inc

The in-law suite kitchen could only be in a small corner of the basement. The kitchen design started with the question: how small can this kitchen be? The compact layout was designed to provide generous counter space, comfortable walking clearances, and abundant storage. The bold colors and fun patterns anchored by the warmth of the dark wood flooring create a happy and invigorating space. SQUARE FEET: 140

#southforkviews

Yancy Interiors + Home, LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

Camino Real

Luxe Home Design Inc.

Photo of a transitional open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and medium hardwood floors.

White Shaker and Ash Stain

Dutch Design Cabinetry - Phoenix, Arizona

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, with island, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen-Schall

Harris McClain Kitchen & Bath

Opened the pass through up and added all new cabinets, flooring, backsplash, lighting, and appliances.
This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Alpha, IL White and Gray Kitchen with Hidden Laundry and Raised Dishwasher

Village Home Stores

Linen White and Zinc painted cabinetry from Dura Supreme paired with Cambria Quartz in the Berwyn design. Kitchen remodel start to finish by Village Home Stores.

Southcrest Lot 33

Mike Becknal & Company, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Inspiring Vista

Cornerstone Builders Inc

Amy Pearman, Boyd Pearman Photography
This is an example of a large transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Beverly Hills Kitchen, Nook, Mud Room, Laundry Room & Garage Addition

MainStreet Design Build

On April 22, 2013, MainStreet Design Build began a 6-month construction project that ended November 1, 2013 with a beautiful 655 square foot addition off the rear of this client's home. The addition included this gorgeous custom kitchen, a large mudroom with a locker for everyone in the house, a brand new laundry room and 3rd car garage. As part of the renovation, a 2nd floor closet was also converted into a full bathroom, attached to a child’s bedroom; the formal living room and dining room were opened up to one another with custom columns that coordinated with existing columns in the family room and kitchen; and the front entry stairwell received a complete re-design. KateBenjamin Photography

Traditional Kitchen / Family Room

KAS Interior Design

This space is a remodel / addition. The client wanted a great room that would combine a family room with casual dining area with kitchen. The floors are brazilian cherry, the cabinets are cherry, the counter is magma granite, the light fixtures are Minka Lavery,

Transitional Kitchen with Multi-Coloured Benchtop Design Ideas

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to planning your kitchen design. Where do you even start? Gathering some inspiration in a photo gallery is always a good starting point, as looking at different kitchen designs often brings up ideas you haven’t even thought of yet.

Browse Photos of Kitchen Designs for Inspiration and Collect Your Ideas

You can browse through photos of all kinds of kitchen styles, layouts and sizes on Houzz to get started before jumping into any design software or contacting a local professional for help. Here’s a few considerations to keep in mind when planning your kitchen.

1. What Makes a Good Transitional Kitchen Design, and Why is it Important?

For starters, you want to find a balance between aesthetics and function. You may have heard of the ‘kitchen work triangle’, which refers to the space between your fridge, sink and stove. You want everything within easy reach when you’re working in the kitchen and look beautiful at the same time. It’s a good idea to take note of both when browsing our photo gallery.

2. Consider Your Space to Determine Your Kitchen Layout

Firstly, consider the space you have, and the limitations that come with it. Do you have a small kitchen and need to maximise your workspace and storage? Can you allow yourself some more space and a big island with seating? Are you designing your kitchen from scratch or renovating an existing design? Which appliances do you already own and what are their measurements? Are there windows you need to take into consideration when planning cabinets? How do kitchen, living and dining areas connect? Depending on your space and needs, you want to use a shape that suits you. U, G, or L-shaped kitchen, with or without island or peninsula? Know your dimensions, plan cabinetry carefully and consider the placement of your appliances. You don’t want to end up with a finished design, only for your significant other to question where the fridge is supposed to go. Consider from the start where your fridge, oven, microwave and sink goes to save yourself from starting again from scratch - remember the kitchen work triangle! You also want to plan the layout of your cabinets. Maybe you’re planning for a pantry and can do with less storage space in your kitchen, so that your design can be one without upper or lower cabinets for a different look. A corner cabinet can be a smart storage solution if you want to keep the look clean and simple.

3. Decide on a Kitchen Style, But Don’t Forget Practicality

You want the style of your kitchen to reflect your personality and taste. We have curated a large array of kitchen styles here at Houzz, from traditional to contemporary to transitional and everything in between. Consider what your cooking style is for a start - Italy is known for its cuisine, so italian kitchen designs are generally popular. Also consider ergonomics - depending on how much time you spend in your kitchen, the height of your counters can make a big difference to your overall health. You also want to consider colour and finishes of cabinets, countertops and splashbacks. Which colour do you want your cupboards to be? Simple, timeless white or rather making a statement in black? Maybe rather a rustic wood? Also consider the colour of your floor - if you have dark floors, you may want to keep cabinets lighter. You could also go for an all-white look and choose black appliances for contrast. Once you know which style you fancy, don’t forget how you will be using the space. You want to keep cooking in mind, as well as how easy to clean and maintain the space will be. How many cooks do you need to accommodate? Do you have kids around? How much storage do you need? Maybe you want to go for open shelves rather than cabinets and allow for easy reach of key items you use when cooking. Again - remember the triangle! Lastly, choose lighting that both enhances the look of your kitchen as well as your cooking performance, providing light in all the right places.

4. Be Conscious of Your Budget

No matter what you plan for your kitchen design, cost is always a big factor. Be sure to plan with your budget in mind. It may make more sense to go for a modular kitchen design rather than custom build. You can save a lot of money if you get at least 3 estimates from professionals before locking in the job. And don’t forget to allow a 20% buffer for emergencies. Once you are ready to hire a pro, our directory will help you find one, no matter where you are. So whether you're looking for an Interior Designer in Melbourne or an Architect in Sydney, you can be sure to find a qualified expert for the job!