kitchen design ideas

Honed black granite countertops and black painted oak cabinets offer a dramatic counterpoint to the kitchen s white plank walls. Plumbing pipe fittings make for unexpected wall art.

The kitchen gets its warmth from cherry counters, an antique island, gingham check wallpaper, and an apron sink. Free up cabinet space, and create a clever spot for collectibles, with above window shelving.

When it comes to countertops, why not think beyond granite and marble and consider stained and sealed mahogany?

An extra deep farmhouse sink and convenient shelving make clean up a breeze.

Cabinets from the 1930s get an easy update by adding beadboard doors plus new knobs and pulls.

Butcher block counters and original hand carved scrollwork surrounding the window leave a lasting impression.

Great design doesn t have to cost a bundle. The cabinets are fitted with affordable pulls. The farmhouse sink cost $75 at a flea market.

Skip upper cupboards in favor of an open and airy kitchen. A Haley & Lucas print reminds diners to eat their veggies.

This homeowner cut costs by whitewashing the beams, floors, and kitchen cabinets themselves. The Meat Market sign came from a restaurant where they once worked.

A repurposed cast off hardware store counter serves as an island. Exposed shelves offer a convenient display opportunity and keep the room from feeling confined. Spray paint transformed a black fixture into a gleaming pendant.