Photographer: Tom Crane Photography

Dove white cabinets perimeter with warm gray and black accents are tied in with the traditional and rustic ambiance in the rest of the home. The new large island will hold the kitchen sink while guests can sit on the other end and enjoy the views. The range and hood are now a focal point between the exterior windows. Barn doors were be added to the newly enlarged opening to the dining room.

The second-floor bath in this Brooklyn brownstone was a complete gut job. We covered 3 quarters of the walls in large-scale marble tile—but the glass enclosed shower features a pony wall of marble tile that continues onto the shower walls and ceiling. A vessel sink sits atop a white-granite vanity / countertop that's large enough to accommodate an adjacent sitting area. A huge freestanding soaking tub remains separate from the shower—we really made the most of this space without having to make major structural changes. Black hex tile with white grout covers the floor.

Black Mosaic Gold Granite/ Marinace Granite Kitchen

The clients live in a beautiful view home in the northwest hills above Portland, Oregon. Their corridor kitchen had dark “Craftsman” style cabinets with a dark granite tile countertop and “grids” on the two large windows. They wanted was contemporary design that would enhance their enjoyment of the kitchen, as they love to cook and entertain family and friends. We replaced the two large windows to eliminate the “grids”. Selecting the quartered / figured sycamore veneer wood for the custom cabinets provided the light, sleek, contemporary look they wanted. Better recessed lighting for work tasks, under cabinet lighting and ambient up lighting created a softer feel for the space. Two undermount stainless steel sinks in Fieldstone solid surface creates work stations for two cooks. The 2” x 4” glass tiles in four glorious shades of aqua to emerald for the full backsplash continued a ribbon of tiles around the kitchen and nook. Radiant floor heating keeps their tile floor warm in the winter months and provides easy maintenance. Custom curved “floating” glass shelves hold the clients stainless steel pepper mill collection. A custom glass round table built specifically for the nook was the finishing touch to this gourmet kitchen.

Gorgeous and dramatic black and white kitchen with black cabinetry, granite countertops, white subway tile backsplash, cream island, hand-scraped hardwood flooring, farmhouse sink, Sub-Zero appliances, and Wolf range. Photo by Vivian Lodderhose

For this new family home, the interior design aesthetic was modern neutrals. Lots of bold charcoals, black, pale greys and whites, paired with timeless materials of timber, stone and concrete. A sophisticated and timeless interior. Interior design and styling by Studio Black Interiors. Built by R.E.P Building. Photography by Thorson Photography.

The well-lit alcoves for decorative pieces, the excellent task lighting and the white painted cabinetry offer a bright and cheery atmosphere within this Brighton, MA kitchen. A uniquely curved island face which seemingly cuts through the granite countertop offers both interest and separation from the seating and cooking areas. The splash of birds eye maple on the island backside is rimmed with stainless steel.

Jim Grasley

Features: Custom Wood Hood with Pull Out Spice Racks, Mantel, Motif, and Corbels; Varied Height Cabinetry; Art for Everyday Turned Posts # F-1; Art for Everyday Corbels # CBL-TCY1, Beadboard; Wood Mullion and Clear Beveled Glass Doors; Bar Area; Double Panel Doors; Coffered Ceiling; Enhancement Window; Art for Everyday Mantels # MTL-A1 and # MTL-A0; Desk Area Cabinets- Main Kitchen: Honey Brook Custom in Maple Wood with Seapearl Paint and Glaze; Voyager Full Overlay Door Style with C-2 Lip Cabinets- Island & Bar Area: Honey Brook Custom in Cherry Wood with Colonial Finish; Voyager Full Overlay Door Style with C-2 Lip Countertops- Main Kitchen: Golden Beach Granite with Double Pencil Edge Countertops- Island and Bar Area: Golden Beach Granite with Waterfall Edge Kitchen Designer: Tammy Clark Photograph: Kelly Keul Duer

Beautiful Rustic Cherry Cabinets with Yellow River Granite on Island and India Black Pearl Granite at Perimeter of Kitchen.

Beautiful Rustic Cherry Cabinets with Yellow River Granite on Island and India Black Pearl Granite at Perimeter of Kitchen.

A tried-and-true 3x6 white ceramic backsplash installed with Black Pearl granite countertops. Clean and simple.

Stephani Buchman

Project Features: Custom Wood Hood and Valance with Enkeboll # ONL-AT1 Onlays; Custom Work Island with Fluted Pilasters; Furniture Toe Kicks Type "C"; Varied Height Cabinetry; Art for Everyday Corner Posts # CRN-AC Cabinets- Kitchen: Honey Brook Custom in Maple Wood with Seapearl Paint and Glaze; Voyager Door and Drawer Style with C-2 Lip Cabinets- Island: Honey Brook Custom in Cherry Wood with Classic Finish; Voyager Door and Drawer Style with C-2 Lip Countertops: Emerald Pearl Granite with Double Pencil Round Edge (Kitchen Perimeter) and Half Bullnose Edge (Island)

Matte black kitchen counters made of Honed Petit Granite and a blackened steel backsplash provide a sleek low-maintenance space for food preparation. Dan Arnold Photo