Creative Kitchen Renovation

Four Brothers Design + Build

Transitional and Creative Kitchen. Photos by Hadley Photography

Rockridge Craftsman Kitchen Remodel

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Staff

Craftsman Kitchen

BUNGALOW KITCHEN

hungryeye

Kitchen in a 1926 bungalow, done to my client's brief that it should look 'original' to the house. The three 'jewels' of the kitchen are the immaculately restored 1928 Wedgwood high-oven stove, the SubZero refrigerator/freezer designed to look like an old-fashioned ice box, and the island referencing a farmhouse table with pie-save cabinet underneath, done in ebonized oak and painted bead-board. The red Marmoleum floor has double inlaid borders, the counters are honed black granite, and the walls, cabinets, and trim are all painted a soft ocher-based cream-colour taken from a 1926 DutchBoy paint deck. Virtually everything is custom, save the sink, faucets, and pulls, done to my original designs. The Bosch dishwasher, washer, and dryer are all hidden in the cabinetry. All photographs courtesy David Duncan Livingston. (Kitchen featured in Fall 2018 AMERICAN BUNGALOW magazine)

Arts and Crafts Kitchen Transformation

Erika Altenhofen, CKBD

Arts and Crafts kitchen remodel in turn-of-the-century Portland Four Square, featuring a custom built-in eating nook, five-color inlay marmoleum flooring, maximized storage, and a one-of-a-kind handmade ceramic tile backsplash. Photography by Kuda Photography

Couple's Modern Evanston Bungalow

Inspired Interiors

Bungalow Kitchen - Powrie

Craftsman Design and Renovation

By shifting the location of the office door, we were able to recoup much need space for the kitchen and extend the sink counter to stretch the entire length of the wall. White inset cabinets along with white appliances reflect light and create a cheery atmosphere. Smooth green wall paint and red granite add personality and excitement. Photo: Eckert & Eckert Photography

Double your Pleasure, Double your Fun

McCabe By Design LLC

An induction cooktop with down draft system (in-line blower is in the crawl space) make meal preparation a breeze at the kitchen. Island storage includes pots, pans, spices, cooking tools, phone charger and more.

1920's Craftsman Bungalow Kitchen

Kitchen & Bath ReStylers

Soffits have been around forever, but this kitchen has an updated version. This kitchen features cabinet-specific soffits. The soffits were built to follow the ins and outs of the upper cabinets, giving some extra definition and interest. Photo: Warren Smith, CMKBD, CAPS

Shaker Maple cabinetry with Sienna Beige Granite top.

Main Line Kitchen Design

Scott Fredrick Photography

Redwood City Kitchen

Fran Yetso Construction

North End Tacoma: Craftsman Bungalow

ROM architecture studio

Patton Kitchen

Bowerbird Design LLC

Arts and Crafts Kitchen Transformation

Erika Altenhofen, CKBD

1905 Craftsman Historic Renovation

MRF Construction, Inc.

In keeping with the historic nature of the home, white painted custom cabinets with shaker style doors (that echo the paneling in the rest of the house) replaced dated cabinets in the kitchen. An island with seating for five people allows guests to sit and chat with the cook, and the kids to be more involved during busy breakfasts. A custom buffet cabinet was designed to echo traditional free standing cabinets and houses the coffee maker, toaster and breakfast items, which are neatly tucked away behind doors when not in use. We strived to preserve the unique features of this home, with new items such as period style light fixtures, and trim details that match the rest of the home. The space is complete with historically accurate finishes like marble countertops.

Bungalow Kitchen - Powrie

Craftsman Design and Renovation

Craftsman Remodel

Margie Grace - Grace Design Associates

After picture of galley kitchen Leather top Granite counters with shaker cabinets, Mini Subway tiles with a black liner and a fun checkerboard linoleum tile floor. Stainless Steel appliances and a Fire Engine Red Stove

1920's Craftsman Bungalow Kitchen

Kitchen & Bath ReStylers

In the planning stage, we considered tearing out the chimney in the corner. It had been plastered over and we assumed it would be something unattractive beneath. On an exploratory whim, the owner began to chip away at the plaster, he quickly discovered the used brick. A potential demolition project quickly became and "archaeological dig" as the owner carefully chipped away the plaster and wire-brushed the used brick to expose it's character. It turned out to be a great feature. Photo: Warren Smith, CMKBD, CAPS

Jarret Craftsman

eMZed Architecture

Kitchen Renovation with relocation of interior walls to optimize kitchen area. Eating Nook with reclaimed Fir table and benches.

Arts and Crafts Kitchen with Linoleum Floors 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 Arts and Crafts 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!