Beginning this full home remodel in the kitchen, we added a cozy banquette, built-in custom cabinets, and a PentalQuartz Super White countertop for a contemporary vibe. The kitchen’s central feature is an inset bar in rich macassar ebony and Flavor Paper’s Monaco gold foil wallpaper that was formerly a fireplace.

photographer : tomer rubens

Blue Bend Photography

Excerpted from Steven Gambrel: Time & Place (Abrams, 2012). Photography by Eric Piasecki.

This husband and wife architect team were looking for a meticulously well planned kitchen for the homes addition. Keeping the footprint of the existing kitchen was the challenge since the space was narrow and long. The custom cabinetry took advantage of every inch of space with extra tall cabinets. A unique light rail was created to house LED undercabinet lighting and the custom panels in the doorways allow the space to flow through the adjacent rooms. A glass countertop and backsplash reflect light throughout the space. Overall the new space is sleek and contemporary but in keeping with homes square lines. Photos courtest Greg Hadley Construction: Harry Braswell Inc. Kitchen Design: Erin Hoopes under Virginia Kitchens

Matthew Millman Photography

Jo Ann Richards, Works Photography

veronica rodriguez

David Joseph

Bertina Minel architecture

A casual dining area provides a secondary eating area close to the doors to the garden

Pecky Cypress ceilings framed with white beams. Built-in banquet. Open living design. This home is certified LEED-H Platinum. Photo by Matt McCorteney.

Photographer Joanna Ferraro Photography

Rob Karosis Photography www.robkarosis.com

Paul M Craig

Kat Alves

This tropical kitchen takes advantage of good views and an open floor plan for frequent hosting of guests. The octagonal shaped island allows the homeowner to simultaneously cook and entertain in a teppanyaki style atmosphere. Guests are given a front-row seat to the action. A built-in, bamboo storage bench with matching table provides additional seating and a comfortable breakfast nook in the mornings.