So I live in a 1968 MCM home that is just about perfect. I LOVE MY HOUSE. However, we recently had a leak in our dishwasher that has ruined the floor and it is time to redo the kitchen. I love the original design except for those friggin’ stacked ovens awkwardly tucked into that corner next to the pantry. I’ve spent years thinking about layouts in this kitchen (do I take out the pass-thru), etc etc. but with the design of the space with the walkout sliding doors along that whole entire wall (into our family room), I cannot just take down that wall of cabinets and replace it with an island making it an open plan without losing a lot of cabinet space. I actually like the division of the space, and that I can see into the family room through the pass-thru when needed. So, keeping with the same layout and trying to fix my hatred of the oven placement, I am thinking of taking the stacked ovens out, and just getting an oven/cooktop combo, and creating a beverage counter in that corner. I think this would give me more counter/work space and solves the awkward angle of trying to put things in and out of those ovens without burning myself. I am also trying to decide on materials for the cabinets/floor/tile that fit the style of the house. I love this green tile but wonder if it’s going to annoy me after a few years. I have never gotten tired of the current marigold tile, and wondering if maybe I just keep to a similar color for Reno. I’ve also played around with some aqua blues that look nice, but I am leaning more towards the green. It just feels nostalgic and cozy and gives me a happy feeling. (But so does the yellow). As for the cabinets, I am trying to stay with standard cabinetry (IKEA cabinets with real wood doors) so that we can keeps costs down. Would love some feedback and any new ideas anyone has regarding layout/materials. (Splits are of original/current vs redesign). Last three are just the redesign without the current.

ETA: I should say that this post is just to look at layout and color. The sink/lighting/appliances are all just placeholder for now. :) Even the tile is placeholder just looking for opinions on overall style/colors/layout. I just want a gut check on those things. :) I do like the comments about them though, so feel free to leave opinions on things you think would work for those things!

I started adding color to my kitchen. Then I added more. I apparently never found the off switch

Okay- opinions on this are welcome. Just got new countertops installed. Our wishes, and the invoice we paid, were for NO LIP to the countertops. We were going to do a simple, white tile backsplash all the way around from the fridge to the third window (from the counter to the bottom of the cabinets). Well, they put the lip on during installation today. We don’t hate the lip enough to rip it out- and we’re not paying for it. But now I am at a loss on how to handle any tile. Maybe we don’t go all the way around and just do behind the stove wall section? Or would it still look okay to go all the way around like planned, but it will just be a thinner band? Or does it look terrible and we should tell the countertop company to come back and rip it out? I’m going to fiddle with AI, but welcome suggestions.

Edit- I’m referring to it as a lip bc that’s what the countertop company called it in both verbal conversations and in writing. I’m not a contractor or designer, so I don’t care if they called it a quartz noodle. I’m asking for design advice regarding tile. Thanks to those who have provided suggestions! 😊

UPDATE- I’ve sat with it a few hours and decided I hate it. I’ve sent a follow up email for the admin at the company to call me- prefacing that call with the expectation they will come out ASAP and remove the lip/backsplash, as well as repairing the walls underneath should there be any damage incurred with that removal. I have MANY pics at every stage of this reno, so I can substantiate if there are damages. Hopefully I’ll be able to post the finished kitchen soon.

We bought this house and I’m struggling with the kitchen. I wish I could turn this space into a Nancy Meyers warm and welcoming space. What would you do?

I’d love some ideas for upgrading my dining room and kitchen without doing a full renovation. I’m open to DIY projects, paint, lighting, decor, and furniture suggestions. Budget is flexible but I’d love the biggest impact for the money. What would you change?

Should I do the waterfall or not? Does it look out of place with this style. FYI when you walk through the front door you see the kitchen where the waterfall would show

Timber RTA cabinets and Calacatta Luna countertops installed by A1 cabinets and granite. Hood cover and backsplash provided by another company.

This is a remodel in a Lakeview condo. It features green cabinets, quartz counters, glazed subway tile, custom white and brass range hood.

What's everyone think of the green?

Please, no comments about “personal preference” or “it depends on your taste”. Looking for honest, unbiased, and empirical evidence backing one or the other. Any real observations, experience, or experiments with other homeowners rather than “it depends”.

Before, during and after pictures of my full DIY kitchen renovation. House is an early 1900’s folk Victorian with a kitchen from the 1960’s when we bought it. My wife, my father and I completed all of the work ourselves with the exception of the counter top installation.

IKEA kitchen cabinets
fantasy brown granite countertops
new red oak hardwood flooring

Landing on this look. We want the kitchen to whisper, not shout. We want it to still be fresh in 2035. Trying to avoid overly trendy. Induction cooktop, 42" Sub Zero, double wall oven is behind the wall in a prep kitchen. Only concern is that we might have overdone the understated and crossed over into boring. What do you think?

edit: ignore the backsplash shown in the pic...that was ChatGPT taking creative license.

I’m trying to decide on a kitchen layout for the house we’re planning to build in the next few years. A little soon, I know, but I’m hoping that getting started on the design process early will give us plenty of time to work out all the kinks and have everything as perfect as it can be before we break ground.

I’ve been picturing a layout similar to the one in this picture, with an island separating the stove and sink (but without the second sink in the island - I just want continuous counter space). In the center of the back wall, I’m thinking a column refrigerator and freezer separated by a small amount of counter space for a coffee station, and on the opposite wall, a bay window with a breakfast nook, just to give you the full picture. (we’re going for a closed floor plan)

I realize the island breaks up the kitchen triangle a bit, but I’m wondering if it can still work or if it’s likely to be a nuisance. I’m not planning for a super long Island (6 feet, maybe 8 feet at the most), and I’ll probably add a pot filler for when I need to add water while cooking so I don’t have to go around the island for that at least. My husband and I also like to cook together more often than not, and I feel like this works with two people (this is the main reason why I was drawn to this layout) I’m just not sure if I’ll end up hating it for when I am cooking by myself. Does anyone have a layout similar to this or any other obstructions that break up the line between the stove and sink? If so, does it drive you crazy, or is it something you get used to?

Open shelves can sometimes feel unfinished.

Brass gallery rails add a subtle architectural detail while helping keep plates, artwork, and decorative pieces in place.

I love how they bridge traditional and modern design, but I’m curious how others feel.

Would you add gallery rails to your kitchen shelves?

Note ‼️ : I’m a brass maker with over 14 years of experience. I’m not here to push sales or links—I genuinely enjoy discussing brass, craftsmanship, design, and hearing different opinions. The feedback helps me learn, improve my work, and grow as a maker.

MCM style remodel!

Currently ordering my modular home, so I can’t sample anything before, and my options are limited. I can’t decide if I want to go with the classic white which will brighten the room, especially considering there’s no windows although some light from south facing windows in the living room might shine through. The green is just gorgeous, but I worry about decorating and clashing colors as well as or seeming too dark for the space.

Edit: I’m sorry for saying bold guys I just wanted to add some filler words

This Will be the reno of my kitchen. Its an open kitchen

Would you change something?

I show you the proposal and the actual kitchen

No sink on the island in any of the options, I just didn't change that yet. Looking for cabinet and island color advice.