Kitchen Design
7 Houzz Users' Kitchens That Really Work
They have different styles, colors and materials, but these kitchens have one thing in common: They're exactly right for their owners
From an intricate tile backsplash to a sweet farmhouse kitchen on a budget to a smart solution for a single dad, these seven kitchens renovated by Houzz users impressed us. The homeowners' own creativity played a key role in the kitchens' designs, with the Houzzers' understanding of how they use every little part of their kitchen making the biggest difference overall.
The couple hired Litman again and gave him very simple guidelines: It must be abstract and incorporate tropical colors. Litman's bold installation is stunning, exaggerated by the glossy white cabinetry and white Silestone counters. Glass pull knobs on the counters and drawers, from Murano island in Venice, serve as the only other significant decoration.
2. Budget-friendly Farmhouse Style in Berkeley, California
Katlanier turned a dark Spanish-style kitchen into this bright, open farmhouse-style kitchen on a tight budget. She designed the space herself, replacing just some of the cabinetry and keeping all of her original appliances except for the dishwasher.
Katlanier turned a dark Spanish-style kitchen into this bright, open farmhouse-style kitchen on a tight budget. She designed the space herself, replacing just some of the cabinetry and keeping all of her original appliances except for the dishwasher.
3. New Traditional in Montreal
After gutting the kitchen from her Montreal, Quebec, home completely, Houzzer mlalani got to work finding new ceiling-height cabinets, lighting and Thermador appliances. A massive island that comfortably seats six now takes up the space where she had a kitchen table.
After gutting the kitchen from her Montreal, Quebec, home completely, Houzzer mlalani got to work finding new ceiling-height cabinets, lighting and Thermador appliances. A massive island that comfortably seats six now takes up the space where she had a kitchen table.
Two complementary colors give the kitchen some depth: Gettysburg Gray on the perimeter and Bittersweet Chocolate on the island, both from Benjamin Moore. Black walnut butcher block on the island makes for easy prep work, while quartz tops the perimeter counters.
4. California Craftsman
Tracy Hansen's old kitchen had a great layout, but it needed an update. To stay in line with the home's original Crafstman style, she had the kitchen gutted and rebuilt using the exact same layout. Working with Rose City Construction in Pasadena, she had classic white cabinetry, subway tile and an African mahogany island top installed.
Tracy Hansen's old kitchen had a great layout, but it needed an update. To stay in line with the home's original Crafstman style, she had the kitchen gutted and rebuilt using the exact same layout. Working with Rose City Construction in Pasadena, she had classic white cabinetry, subway tile and an African mahogany island top installed.
The new kitchen has today's modern conveniences in a traditional layout with classic materials. The stained glass Roycroft kitchen door, which Hansen made, is the perfect finishing touch.
5. Eco- and Budget-Friendly in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Jpc588 wanted to give her kitchen a timeless look while keeping things easy on her bank account and the environment. For her, reusing as much of the original kitchen's materials as possible worked best. Although she didn't like the golden oak cabinetry at first, their great quality and condition changed her mind.
Jpc588 wanted to give her kitchen a timeless look while keeping things easy on her bank account and the environment. For her, reusing as much of the original kitchen's materials as possible worked best. Although she didn't like the golden oak cabinetry at first, their great quality and condition changed her mind.
The new open layout came from some simple rearranging and eliminating upper cabinetry. Recycled tile, a beeswax-finished counter and small energy-efficient appliances fit her ecoconscious priorities.
6. Easy-Clean Solution for a Parent in St. Paul, Minnesota
Houzzer alectimmerman's old all-white kitchen "stayed clean approximately 30 seconds after a scrub," says the single parent of two. The new mosaic backsplash, concrete floor, darker cabinetry and countertops are much less demanding.
Houzzer alectimmerman's old all-white kitchen "stayed clean approximately 30 seconds after a scrub," says the single parent of two. The new mosaic backsplash, concrete floor, darker cabinetry and countertops are much less demanding.
The house has no dining room, so the 220-square-foot kitchen needed an eat-in space. Alectimmerman had a booth made to fit the kitchen's back corner. Combined with a small round table, it fits more people than his original table did.
7. Innovative Kitchen Island Design in Ontario
Houzzer abramsansari lives in an older home with a kitchen that needed an upgrade, but she wanted the design to be simple for good flow with the rest of the house. Mixing traditional elements (Shaker cabinets, crown molding and beadboard around the island) with modern tiles and blinds gave her the chic but classic look she wanted.
Houzzer abramsansari lives in an older home with a kitchen that needed an upgrade, but she wanted the design to be simple for good flow with the rest of the house. Mixing traditional elements (Shaker cabinets, crown molding and beadboard around the island) with modern tiles and blinds gave her the chic but classic look she wanted.
Abramsansari came up with the design for the island herself. Its long, narrow shape provides plenty of prep and seating space. Cabinets on the back wall and a pantry on the front wall give her the storage she needs.
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When Houzz user sarapnp and her husband purchased their 1952 Northern California home, the kitchen needed an overhaul. It gave them a chance to re-create a stunning handmade backsplash designed by artist Adrian Litman for their previous home. "My plan for this kitchen was to replicate the artistic and energetic vibrancy of my former kitchen to the fullest extent possible," sarapnp says.