The 10 Most Popular Kitchens of Summer 2022
See the styles, materials and features cooked up in the most-saved kitchen photos new to Houzz
Bryan Anthony
October 9, 2022
This Trending Now story features the most-saved kitchen photos uploaded to Houzz between June 15 and Sept. 15, 2022.
When it comes to kitchen design, some winning combinations are hard to resist. For inspiring ideas that include wonderful white-and-wood mixes and traditional-meets-modern looks, check out this countdown of the most-saved kitchen photos recently uploaded to Houzz.
When it comes to kitchen design, some winning combinations are hard to resist. For inspiring ideas that include wonderful white-and-wood mixes and traditional-meets-modern looks, check out this countdown of the most-saved kitchen photos recently uploaded to Houzz.
10. White-and-Wood Workhorse
In 150 square feet, this San Francisco kitchen by ASR Design Studio and Gina Rachelle Design packs in loads of function and style. Upper white cabinets in a skinny Shaker style provide storage and help emphasize the room’s height. Wood-look melamine lower cabinets, island and cabinet tower offer more storage and a warm touch. Black fixtures and hardware punctuate the look with subtle points of drama.
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In 150 square feet, this San Francisco kitchen by ASR Design Studio and Gina Rachelle Design packs in loads of function and style. Upper white cabinets in a skinny Shaker style provide storage and help emphasize the room’s height. Wood-look melamine lower cabinets, island and cabinet tower offer more storage and a warm touch. Black fixtures and hardware punctuate the look with subtle points of drama.
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9. Modern Spanish Makeover
For this Scottsdale, Arizona, kitchen, Cdot Design Studio transformed a traditional Spanish-style space into a stripped-down, modern version that retains its original character. Existing terra-cotta floor tile, an arched range hood with a hand-painted terra-cotta tile backsplash and a custom island with an end-grain walnut butcher block counter and spindle leg detail merge Old World style with a contemporary twist.
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For this Scottsdale, Arizona, kitchen, Cdot Design Studio transformed a traditional Spanish-style space into a stripped-down, modern version that retains its original character. Existing terra-cotta floor tile, an arched range hood with a hand-painted terra-cotta tile backsplash and a custom island with an end-grain walnut butcher block counter and spindle leg detail merge Old World style with a contemporary twist.
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8. Fresh Country Charm
Set among the woods in Sterling, Massachusetts, this kitchen by designer Ruth Bergstrom of Kitchen Associates plays up its country setting with lower cabinets and an island made of natural knotty alder with a brown glaze. White upper cabinets and a porcelain tile backsplash in varying shades of white lighten the look and keep things from feeling too rustic.
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Set among the woods in Sterling, Massachusetts, this kitchen by designer Ruth Bergstrom of Kitchen Associates plays up its country setting with lower cabinets and an island made of natural knotty alder with a brown glaze. White upper cabinets and a porcelain tile backsplash in varying shades of white lighten the look and keep things from feeling too rustic.
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7. Dramatic Effect
After removing a secondary set of stairs, designer Candice Morgan of Premium Cabinets Saint Louis nearly doubled the size of this St. Louis, Missouri, kitchen. That decision created room for a new 10½-by-4½-foot island with a dark-stained base and marble-look countertop that accommodates seven cane counter stools. The bold forest green perimeter cabinets with brass hardware add their own drama to the scene.
After removing a secondary set of stairs, designer Candice Morgan of Premium Cabinets Saint Louis nearly doubled the size of this St. Louis, Missouri, kitchen. That decision created room for a new 10½-by-4½-foot island with a dark-stained base and marble-look countertop that accommodates seven cane counter stools. The bold forest green perimeter cabinets with brass hardware add their own drama to the scene.
6. Seamless Style
Sleek, contemporary style defines this San Jose, California, kitchen by Mr. & Mrs. Construction & Remodeling. Low-profile edge pulls on the cabinets and an island made from one piece of wood create a streamlined look. Large slabs of marble-look porcelain for the countertops cut down on visible seams.
Sleek, contemporary style defines this San Jose, California, kitchen by Mr. & Mrs. Construction & Remodeling. Low-profile edge pulls on the cabinets and an island made from one piece of wood create a streamlined look. Large slabs of marble-look porcelain for the countertops cut down on visible seams.
5. Light and Open
To create a more open and airy feel for this Oakland, California, kitchen, ODS Architecture knocked down a wall between the kitchen and dining area and relocated a staircase. A crisp white-and-wood material palette, low-profile hardware and minimal trim details keep the aesthetic fuss-free and suit the kitchen’s new open flow.
To create a more open and airy feel for this Oakland, California, kitchen, ODS Architecture knocked down a wall between the kitchen and dining area and relocated a staircase. A crisp white-and-wood material palette, low-profile hardware and minimal trim details keep the aesthetic fuss-free and suit the kitchen’s new open flow.
4. Timeless Good Looks
By mixing traditional elements, modern touches and a big dose of blue-gray cabinetry (Inchyra Blue by Farrow & Ball), Regarding Design gave this Minneapolis kitchen timeless style. Classic elements like cased openings, cabinet built-ins and cozy window seating blend with sleek counter stools and oversize pendant lights.
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By mixing traditional elements, modern touches and a big dose of blue-gray cabinetry (Inchyra Blue by Farrow & Ball), Regarding Design gave this Minneapolis kitchen timeless style. Classic elements like cased openings, cabinet built-ins and cozy window seating blend with sleek counter stools and oversize pendant lights.
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3. Double-Duty Delight
The owners of this new Austin, Texas, kitchen by Blueberry Jones Design love to cook and bake, so having a zone for both was a must. A pair of strategically laid-out islands with white oak bases and marble countertops maintain a functional workflow. White zellige-style porcelain backsplash tile adds visual interest and subtle texture. A trio of black counter stools provide bold contrast to the white-and-wood palette.
The owners of this new Austin, Texas, kitchen by Blueberry Jones Design love to cook and bake, so having a zone for both was a must. A pair of strategically laid-out islands with white oak bases and marble countertops maintain a functional workflow. White zellige-style porcelain backsplash tile adds visual interest and subtle texture. A trio of black counter stools provide bold contrast to the white-and-wood palette.
2. Balanced Approach
Subtle variations in color and materials combine to create this sophisticated New York kitchen by designer Karen Wolf. The cabinetry and range hood feature a warm, light gray paint that complements the marble countertops. A tiled backsplash has a subtle pattern that brings movement. Warm wood touches show up on the island, floors, ceiling beams and hood detail. And the stylish counter stools and wavy glass pendants round out the room’s well-balanced design.
Subtle variations in color and materials combine to create this sophisticated New York kitchen by designer Karen Wolf. The cabinetry and range hood feature a warm, light gray paint that complements the marble countertops. A tiled backsplash has a subtle pattern that brings movement. Warm wood touches show up on the island, floors, ceiling beams and hood detail. And the stylish counter stools and wavy glass pendants round out the room’s well-balanced design.
1. Navy Knockout
The homeowners of this Guelph, Ontario, kitchen found inspiration in Houzz photos that featured mostly neutral palettes with pops of blue. Otis Interiors implemented the look with white cabinets, countertops and subway tile to create a fresh, crisp backdrop that let the navy blue (Hale Navy by Benjamin Moore) island and range hood stand out.
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The homeowners of this Guelph, Ontario, kitchen found inspiration in Houzz photos that featured mostly neutral palettes with pops of blue. Otis Interiors implemented the look with white cabinets, countertops and subway tile to create a fresh, crisp backdrop that let the navy blue (Hale Navy by Benjamin Moore) island and range hood stand out.
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I'm so happy to see wood in kitchens again instead of the incessant white on white on white. Much warmer.
I like #2-The Balanced Approach. Would like it even more with a counter top that had some color to it. Maybe a leathered black or Fantasy Brown granite.
I love them all! Each of these incorporates their own character and variation of wood and color that seemed to be missing in the all white trend.