Natalie Jonas

Eclectic Mediterranean Estate

Terry L Irwin Architects

Houston Kitchen Redesign - Transitional Style With Antiques

InnovationLand

This Houston kitchen remodel and whole-house redesign was nothing less than a time machine – zooming a 40-year-old living space into 2017! “The kitchen had formica countertops, old wood cabinets, a strange layout and low ceilings,” says Lisha Maxey, lead designer for Outdoor Homescapes of Houston and owner of LGH Design Services. “We basically took it down to the studs to create the new space. It even had original terrazzo tile in the foyer! Almost never see that anymore.” The new look is all 2017, starting with a pure white maple wood for the new kitchen cabinetry and a 13-foot butcher block island. The china hutch, beam and columns are walnut. The small kitchen countertop (on fridge side) is Corian. The flooring is solid hickory with a natural stain. The backsplash is Moroccan blue glass. In the island, Outdoor Homescapes added a small, stainless steel prep sink and a large porcelain sink. All finishes are brushed stainless steel except for the pot filler, which is copper. “The look is very transitional, with a hearty mix of antiques the client wanted incorporated and the contemporary open concept look of today,” says Lisha. “The bar stools are actually reclaimed science class stools that my client picked up at a local fair. It was an awesome find!” In addition to the kitchen, the home’s first-floor half bath, living room and den also got an update. Outdoor Homescapes also built storage into the space under the stairs and warmed up the entry with custom blue and beige wallpaper. “In the half bath, we used the client’s favorite color, orange,” says Lisha. “We added a vessel bowl that was also found at a fair and an antique chandelier to top it off.” The paint in that room was textured by running a dry brush vertically while the paint was still wet. “It appears to be wallpaper, but not!” explains Lisha. Outdoor Homescapes also used black/white custom tiles in the bath and laundry room to tie it all in. Lisha used antique pieces in the laundry room with a custom black/white porcelain floor. To open up the wall between the old kitchen and living room, we had to install a 26’ steel I-beam to support the second floor. It was an engineering feat! Took six men to get it into place! “The client – an empty nester couple – had already done their upstairs remodel and they knew the first floor would be a gut-out,” continues Lisha. “The home was in very poor condition prior to the remodel, and everything needed to go. Basically, wife told husband, we either do this remodel or we sell the house. And Mr. inherited it from his Mom, so it has sentimental value to him.” Lisha loves how original it turned out, noting the refreshing department from the usual all-white kitchen with black/white flooring, Carrera marble or granite countertops and subway tile. “The clients were open to mixing up styles and working with me to make it come together,” she says. “I think there’s a new excitement in mixing the decades and finding a way to allow clients to hold on to treasured antiques or special pieces while incorporating them in a more modern space. Her favorite area is the large island. “I love that they will spend holidays and regular days around that space,” she says. “It’s just so welcoming!”

Grayhawk | Hunt's Kitchen & Design | Kitchen

Hunt's Kitchen Design

This kitchen has a "Traditional" design with an "Old World" twist. The kitchen is comprised of a painted cream, knotty alder, distressed door and a contrasting dark stained, knotty alder, distressed island. The combination of light and dark wood is a classic move in Traditional design, but the distressing tilts in the direction of Old World. The Counter tops are a combination of Quartz in the kitchen and an earth tone granite on the island to anchor the color palette. We kept the original brick to use as backsplash and the project is all built on "wood plank" porcelain tile. Enjoy!

Gorge View

Made To Order Woodworks LLC

Bedell Photography

Sater Design Collection's 6900 "Huntington Lakes" Home Plan

Sater Design Collection, Inc.

The Sater Design Collection's luxury, Mediterranean home plan "Huntington Lakes" (Plan #6900). http://saterdesign.com/product/huntington-lakes/

Greystone

Omega Builders LLC

Todd Douglas Photography

Craftsman House Interior

Jennifer Carr-Toms

The pair of drawer cabinets that flank the stainless steel 5 burner range and convection oven, make cooking easy by having all your cooking needs at your fingertips.

Aged sage green with mocha glaze and eggshell kitchen

Mary Porzelt of Boston Kitchen Designs

Rustic Tuscan Remodel

B H Gardner Millworks + Design

Kitchen cabinets were modified and glazed to create a new cohesive look.

Clark Fork Kitchen and Great Room

Gardner Homes

Canyon Shadows

Heartwood Designs

Marrying modern design with traditional style this kitchen is a chefs dream. The painted island in a charming cream color stands as a perfect compliment to the heavily distressed and patina rustic alder cabinets around the perimeter. Pillow edge- raised panel- mitered frame cabinets with the highest quality German engineered hardware available brings generational style to modern times. The built in oven and beautiful vent hood can keep up with even the busiest thanksgiving dinner while, dual dishwashers mean less time cleaning up and more time with the things that are important.

Attico a Sauze d'Oulx

Design Alpino

Cucina realizzata su misura in abete vecchio spazzolato color naturale e pensili bianchi. Pavimenti in abete alternati a zone in piastrelle. Particolari gli sgabelli da bar ricoperti in pelo bianco e l'illuminazione dalle linee sinuose sopra il bancone.

5 Normandy

S. J. Pappas Inc

photographer :L&S Studios http://www.lsstudios.us/ Architect: Elise Hergan http://www.eah-architect.com

Builder Source Appliance Gallery of Santa Fe

Juniper Ridge Designs LLC

Beautiful Habersham Cabinetry, Old World Elegance, Made In The USA

Provencal Kitchen

Designers' Studio

Flexible Design

Conceptual Kitchens & Millwork

Pointed Pines Lodge

Roughing It In Style

Natalie Jonas

Camden Collection 1-Light 8" Antique Brass Pendant

We Got Lites

Camden Collection offers a mix of traditional bell jar lanterns, flush and semi flush mounts. Measurements and Information: Width: 8" Height: 15" adjustable to 87" overall Includes 6' Chain Supplied with 10' electrical wire Bottom Bowl: 8" Diameter x 7" High Approximate hanging weight: 9 pounds Finish: Antique Brass 1 Light Accommodates 1 x 75 watt (max.) medium base bulb Safety Rating: UL and CUL listed

North Oaks - Traditional New Home

Michels Homes

Kitchen featuring warn and rubbed Dura Supreme Cabinetry. | Photography: Landmark Photography

Orange Kitchen with Distressed Cabinets 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!