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Transitional Shingle | Fall 2019 Parade of Homes
Transitional Shingle | Fall 2019 Parade of Homes
Homes by TraditionHomes by Tradition
Contemporary Mountain Kitchen
Contemporary Mountain Kitchen
Gretchen LyonsGretchen Lyons
This is probably my favorite accessory to add into any kitchen. It is just useful for everyone. Photography by: Libbie Martin
Osterville Kitchen featured on Houzz as "Kitchen of the Week"
Osterville Kitchen featured on Houzz as "Kitchen of the Week"
Main Street Kitchens at BotellosMain Street Kitchens at Botellos
This beautiful seaside kitchen in Osterville MA on Cape Cod was featured as "kitchen of the week" on Houzz! It features white cabinets, leaded mullions, a cherry island and a soapstone countertop. Kitchen design by Main Street at Botellos Project by Bayside Building in Centerville, MA Photography by Dan Cutrona
Long stretch of work space counter
Long stretch of work space counter
GlassEco Surfaces by Fisher RecyclingGlassEco Surfaces by Fisher Recycling
Manufacturer of custom recycled glass counter tops and landscape glass aggregate. The countertops are individually handcrafted and customized, using 100% recycled glass and diverting tons of glass from our landfills. The epoxy used is Low VOC (volatile organic compounds) and emits no off gassing. The newest product base is a high density, UV protected concrete. We now have indoor and outdoor options. As with the resin, the concrete offer the same creative aspects through glass choices.
Farmhouse Reimagined
Farmhouse Reimagined
InUnison Design, Inc.InUnison Design, Inc.
- Interior Designer: InUnison Design, Inc. - Christine Frisk - Architect: SALA Architects - Paul Buum - Builder: Choice Wood Company - Photographer: Andrea Rugg
Kitchen Wine Wall Storage Rack @ Nelson Residence
Kitchen Wine Wall Storage Rack @ Nelson Residence
STACT Wine Displays Inc.STACT Wine Displays Inc.
"Everyone who sees our STACT Wine Wall can't get over how cool it is and want to know all about it!! We are so happy with how it turned out in our new kitchen!!" - Darrell
Mid-Country Tudor
Mid-Country Tudor
VanderHorn ArchitectsVanderHorn Architects
Pointed arches, leaded glass and a custom-designed range hood maintain an English Tudor aesthetic.
Kitchens Projects
Kitchens Projects
Ancient SurfacesAncient Surfaces
Source : Ancient Surfaces Product : Antique Stone Kitchen Hood & Stone Flooring. Phone#: (212) 461-0245 Email: Sales@ancientsurfaces.com Website: www.AncientSurfaces.com For the past few years the trend in kitchen decor has been to completely remodel your entire kitchen in stainless steel. Stainless steel counter-tops and appliances, back-splashes even stainless steel cookware and utensils. Some kitchens are so loaded with stainless that you feel like you're walking into one of those big walk-in coolers like you see in a restaurant or a sterile operating room. They're cold and so... uninviting. Who wants to spend time in a room that reminds you of the frozen isle of a supermarket? One of the basic concepts of interior design focuses on using natural elements in your home. Things like woods and green plants and soft fabrics make your home feel more warm and welcoming. In most homes the kitchen is where everyone congregates whether it's for family mealtimes or entertaining. Get rid of that stainless steel and add some warmth to your kitchen with one of our antique stone kitchen hoods that were at first especially deep antique fireplaces retrofitted to accommodate a fully functional metal vent inside of them.
Aspen Oak
Aspen Oak
Kym Rodger DesignKym Rodger Design
This sophisticated contemporary kitchen and family room with a warm neutral palette features custom mahogany and burl wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a rose gold leaf glass tile backsplash. Photo by Alejandro Sepulveda
Post & Beam Kitchen
Post & Beam Kitchen
Divine Design CenterDivine Design Center
LAKE VIEW VILLA
LAKE VIEW VILLA
Tommaso Giunchi ArchitettiTommaso Giunchi Architetti
vista della cucina dal salotto; cucina Zampieri, con forma a C, tavolo Design Republic, lampade Foscarini e Flos
Sophisticated High Gloss with a natural touch of Walnut
Sophisticated High Gloss with a natural touch of Walnut
Consilium B LLCConsilium B LLC
Crisp white high gloss fronts paired with the right Caesarstone countertops and just the right amount of Walnut create a clean and open living environment that combines Kitchen with Living Room in harmony.
Maple Grove Addition part 2
Maple Grove Addition part 2
Pinnacle Design & RemodelingPinnacle Design & Remodeling
In this Tschida Construction project we did not one, but TWO two-story additions. The other phase was the butler's pantry, laundry room, mudroom, and massive storage closet. This second addition off of the previous kitchen double the kitchen's footprint, added an extremely large dining area, and a new deck that has an awesome indoor/outdoor window connection. Another cool feature is the double dishwashers anchored by a beautiful farmhouse ceramic sink. A under cabinet beverage fridge, huge windows overlooking the wetlands, and statement backsplash also make this space functional and unique. We also continued the lvp throughout the main level, refinished their fireplace built in wall and got all new furnishings. Talk about a transformation!
Farmhouse
Farmhouse
Bret Franks Construction, Inc.Bret Franks Construction, Inc.
Farmhouse
Farmhouse
Bret Franks Construction, Inc.Bret Franks Construction, Inc.
New Farmhouse - Kitchen
New Farmhouse - Kitchen
DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.
Spacious Kitchen open to Family Room. Large Island seating for 5-6 people. Lots of light and minimal wall cabinets.
Weston Kitchen and Dining Remodel
Weston Kitchen and Dining Remodel
Mint Development GroupMint Development Group
Oversize kitchen island features gorgeous Calacatta Gold engineered quarts backsplash and counters. White and blue cabinets with gold hardware, stainless steel appliances, and midcentury modern touches.
Kitchen Remodel in Windermere FL
Kitchen Remodel in Windermere FL
KBF Design GalleryKBF Design Gallery
This massive kitchen received all new cabinetry including a black center island and white perimeter cabinets. Quartzite countertops, tile backsplash and an integrated panel-front refrigerator
Gold and Gray Backsplash
Gold and Gray Backsplash
Fratantoni Interior DesignersFratantoni Interior Designers
We love this kitchen's monochromatic style and design. Featuring custom vaulted ceilings, gold pendant lighting fixtures, a marble floor, and white kitchen cabinets.
Custom Seattle Residence
Custom Seattle Residence
Wascha StudiosWascha Studios
We have custom dual-tone cabinets, a wonderfully long island with prep sink, a huge stainless steel range hood over the gas range, glass pendants, Italian quartz flooring, and quartz countertops. The window beyond by the sink slides open to allow food and dishes to pass through to the outdoor kitchen and pizza oven.

Expansive U-shaped Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful Expansive kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of Expansive kitchen designs and ideas; from kitchen islands and storage units, to all sorts of kitchen lighting ideas, such as pendant lighting or under cabinet lighting. Whether you want inspiration for all-in-one fitted kitchen designs, some small kitchen ideas or maybe just some tips for improving your kitchen decor, there are tons of photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of kitchen design should I go for?

With so many kitchen ideas and photos to look at you might be a bit overwhelmed when it comes to picking your own kitchen design. If you are updating your kitchen you know what a big and important decision it is to get the design right – the kitchen can be the hub and heart of the home, and it’s unlikely that you would invest in renovating your kitchen again in a few years. But fear not, focusing first on the important elements like layout, cabinet style, worktops and appliances will help you to bring together your dream kitchen design. Additional elements like kitchen lighting, cupboard storage and decor can come after in the kitchen planning process. A kitchen designer or fitter can help you to decide the layout of your kitchen in terms of where to place your kitchen units, appliances and island (if you’re having one), but if you prefer to handle this yourself you can focus on where you want your key elements of your kitchen to be – the oven, hob, sink and fridge. Of course you might be constricted by space, but try to envisage the easiest and most efficient layout based on how you usually like to cook and prepare your food. If you’re fed up of always having to carry dirty pans and pots across the room to the sink, place the sink closer to your oven and hob. Once you have the core elements sorted, consider extra layout considerations, such as where your bins will be stored, where the cutlery draw should be and where small kitchen appliances can be installed.

Should I include a kitchen island?

Kitchen island ideas are abundant these days; it seems most kitchen designs include a kitchen island, if not multiple islands. However, if the layout doesn’t work, especially if you have a small kitchen, then there’s no necessity to add in a kitchen island. You can add a breakfast bar or counter to your existing kitchen units, or stick with a good old-fashioned dining table if you don’t need the extra work surfaces. That said, if you do have the room, take a look at some kitchen island ideas to see if the designs inspire you for your kitchen. There are a huge variety of island designs to cater to different needs – you can have sinks, ovens, hobs, wine storage and all sorts of drawers and organisers built-in, you can have separate bars and counters that extend from your island, or you could go for a kitchen island on wheels to make your kitchen layout more versatile.

How do I choose my kitchen units and cabinets?

When picking out kitchen units and cupboard styles for a fitted kitchen, you’ll first want to consider the more practical questions – how many units do you need? How many cupboards and drawers do you need? Do you need extra kitchen storage built into your units? It’s always best to overestimate how much kitchen storage you’ll need as we all tend to have a habit of filling up whatever current space we have to the maximum. Next you can consider kitchen cabinet style and colour. Shaker style cabinets and raised and recessed panel cabinets offer a more traditional kitchen cabinet look, while flat panel cabinet doors tend to lend more to the modern and contemporary style. However, going for raised or recessed panel work in a striking colour such as dark blue, green or black can still work with contemporary kitchen ideas. White kitchens can give a sleek and clean feel, but remember you may have to do a bit more cleaning of those cupboard doors if you want everything to stay shiny and fresh. Of course, grey kitchens are the neutral colour choice du jour and can be paired with pale and rich shades alike if you want your fitted kitchen cupboards to contrast with your worktop, splashback, floor, or all of the above. Exposed shelving and storage is also popular for eclectic, Scandi and industrial-inspired looks, so you could opt for glass-fronted cabinets or no wall-mounted cabinets at all. Remember that this will require more restraint in what you can store and more effort in keeping it looking presentable compared to what is stored away hastily behind cupboard doors. The kitchen cupboard handles are also another element to decide upon – do you want traditional round knobs, modern metal bars, country kitchen cup handles or maybe to go ultra sleek with a completely handleless kitchen?

What kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your kitchen well-stocked and well-equipped but don’t want it spilling over with clutter, then you’ll need to rely on good kitchen storage. Apart from the usual fitted kitchen cupboards and drawer space, there are many other ways of keeping your kitchen tidy. Whilst a large kitchen pantry is the dream of most homeowners, it can’t always be a reality. However, there are now lots of pull out compartments and drawers with trays and shelving that can act as mini kitchen pantries, and you can install handy cupboard organisers that fit onto the inside of the door to make the most of your cupboard space. You can also look at corner drawers and cupboards that open up to reveal lots of extra storage. Rails or small shelves along your kitchen walls or splashback can help with hanging utensils or pans, or storing small items like herbs and spices in an usually empty space. Buy extra kitchen storage products for your home on Houzz

Are there small kitchen ideas for small spaces?

If you’re working with a galley kitchen, a one-wall kitchen in an open plan space or just a pretty small kitchen, there are some small kitchen ideas that can help you get the most out of your cooking and dining area. If you find that you don’t utilise the back of your cupboards (maybe they become the graveyard for out-of-date tin cans), you could decide to go with shallower kitchen units to free up some extra floor space in front of your cabinets. As mentioned, open shelving or glass-fronted cabinets are a popular trend and they should make the space feel more open and less boxed-in. However, if you have the capacity for it, cupboards and kitchen units that maximise the floor-to-ceiling space you have will mean you can use all of that for valuable kitchen storage. Wall or ceiling racks could be a useful solution for hanging pans and pots if you’ve run out of cupboards in which to store them. Kitchen ideas and accessories such as baskets, trolleys and storage jars are both aesthetically pleasing and practical as they give you extra storage space. Kitchen appliances like a fridge or dishwasher can be tucked away in built-in units in fitted kitchens so they blend into your layout and don’t make the space look crowded. Discover all the small kitchen ideas you could need by taking a look at photos of compact kitchens.

What sort of kitchen lighting should I go for?

In the kitchen you need to have practical lighting – no one wants to chop, cut and cook in a dingy room. Kitchen ceiling lights are probably the best way to go, but should you opt for recessed spotlights or traditional hanging ceiling lights? While spotlight LED kitchen lighting will give you excellent light, they may not fit with a design that’s not contemporary. Traditional chandelier lights could work for other kitchen styles, and of course, kitchen pendant lighting comes in all sorts of styles, colours and designs. While the popular choice is to go with one or two pendant lights over your kitchen island, you could also opt for a single pendant light over your dining space, or a few spaced out across your kitchen. Of course, if you want good lighting for your worktops, under-cabinet lighting is the way forward. Speak to your kitchen supplier about having this pre-installed, or there are a number of easy-install options you can fit yourself or with the help of a lighting expert or electrician. In the market for your kitchen lighting today? Once you’ve found some inspiring kitchen lighting ideas here, take a look at our kitchen lighting products to find the new lights for your kitchen project.

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