Renovation - Townhouse, Palm Beach Island

Danielle Romanowski/Vintage Building and Design

Project 1322-20 Northeast Minneapolis Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Remodel

The goal of the homeowner was to modernize and make the existing kitchen more functional by adding storage, countertop work space, and better task lighting. Castle was able to design an updated kitchen that refaced and painted half of the cabinets and added new deeper cabinets in an L shape that helped meet the clients goals. White painted shaker style doors and slab drawers help compliment the locally made recycled glass countertops and white oak hardwood floors. Thanks to ample LED cabinet lighting the most noticeable feature of this updated kitchen is the local hand-made mid-century backsplash tile from Mercury Mosaics. A new ThermaTru fiberglass backdoor was also installed. Stainless steel LG appliances from Warner’s Stellian and classic chrome accessories and fixtures give the perfect finishing touches. See this kitchen on the 2018 Castle Educational Home Tour, and while you’re at it, check out the previously remodeled basement / bathroom / laundry room which is also on tour!

Smithtown Chef's Kitchen

Artistic Cabinetry

HM Photography

Cabinetry Designs

Lampert Lumber - Rice Lake

Wine cabinet and beverage station. Designed by Ally Gonzales & John Rollins of Lampert Lumber. Dura Supreme cabinets in "Highland Panel" door style. Countertops are Cambria in "Armitage".

Shipwatch Renovation

GlassEco Surfaces by Fisher Recycling

A renovation of a condo in Wild Dunes

The Sidney Pier House

Emerge Design, Inc.

Tony Colangelo Photography

Sea Pines Villa Remodel

StoneWorks, Inc.

The recycled sea glass counters actually served as inspiration for this entire renovation. The homeowner is an artist and lover of the Lowcountry's natural color palette and landscape. The glass subway tiles contrast the spots of shells and glass in the countertop beautifully.

Modern Hillside Home Bistro Green Kitchen

Vetrazzo

Seen from the seating area of the island, the layers of glass unfold into the design and carry the eye through the backsplash to the view of the surrounding foliage outside the large windows. Photo: Glenn Koslowsky

Modern grey and white kitchen

Simple Steps

This modern kitchen uses a recycled glass top. The color shown is 660 and has a light grey tone that goes with any color. This material can be placed on top of existing counter tops or as flooring.

722 19th Ave.

J.A.Y. Construction

The "Folly Roger" design

GlassEco Surfaces by Fisher Recycling

San Diego Kitchen

KC Design + Development

KC Feline

Downtown Naples Condo

Cutting Edge Construction & Woodworks, Inc.

The etched glass barn door helps separate the guest bedroom/office suite from the kitchen and adds an eye-catching contemporary element.

Contemporary Shingle Style

Brooks and Falotico Associates, Inc.

Jane Beiles

Project 1322-20 Northeast Minneapolis Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Remodel

Castle Building & Remodeling

Rooftop Condo

Deep River Partners

Photo: Mark Heffron

Upper West Side Apartment

Shenton Architects LLP

The design of this four bedroom Upper West Side apartment involved the complete renovation of one half of the unit and the remodeling of the other half. The main living space includes a foyer, lounge, library, kitchen and island. The library can be converted into the fourth bedroom by deploying a series of sliding/folding glass doors together with a pivoting wall panel to separate it from the rest of the living area. The kitchen is delineated as a special space within the open floor plan by virtue of a folded wooden volume around the island - inviting casual congregation and dining. All three bathrooms were designed with a common language of modern finishes and fixtures, with functional variations depending on their location within the apartment. New closets serve each bedroom as well as the foyer and lounge spaces. Materials are kept to a limited palette of dark stained wood flooring, American Walnut for bathroom vanities and the kitchen island, white gloss and lacquer finish cabinetry, and translucent glass door panelling with natural anodized aluminum trim. Lightly veined carrara marble lines the bathroom floors and walls. www.archphoto.com

Los Altos Kitchen with Retro appliances

Gloria Carlson - Harrell Design + Build

South Yarmouth Kitchen Remodel

John J. Sambogna, LLC

Kitchen remodel - Homecrest cabinetry in Alpine White, Curava Arctic counter top, Kohler Whitehaven sink, Paramount Empire 9x18 floor tile, Paramount Empire 1x2 mosaic backsplash, LED Recessed lighting, under cabinet outlets and under cabinet lighting.

Ericsson Kitchen and Bath

E_ Designs

This 1907 home in Ericsson neighborhood of South Minneapolis was in need of some love. A tiny nearly unfunctional kitchen and leaking bathroom were ready for updates.. The homeowners wanted to embrace their heritage and also have a simple and sustainable space for their family to grow in. The new spaces meld the homes traditional elements with Traditional Scandinavian design influences. In the kitchen, a wall was opened to the dining room for natural light to carry between rooms and create the appearance of space. Traditional Shaker style/flush inset custom white cabinetry with paneled front appliances were designed for a clean aesthetic. Custom recycled glass countertops, white subway tile, Kohler sink and faucet, beadboard ceilings, and refinished existing hardwood floors complete the kitchen with all new electrical and plumbing. In the bathroom, we were limited by space! After discussing the homeowners use of space, the decision was made to eliminate the existing tub for a new walk-in shower. By installing a curb-less shower drain, floating sink and shelving, and wall hung toilet; we were able to maximize floor space! White cabinetry, Kohler fixtures, and custom recycled glass countertops were carried upstairs to connect to the main floor remodel. White and black porcelain hex floors, marble accents, and oversized white tile on the walls complete the space for a clean and minimal look without losing its traditional roots! We love the black accents in the space including black edge on the shower niche and pops of black hex on the floors.

Kitchen with White Cabinets and Recycled Glass Benchtops 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 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!