Monday, May 23, 2011

Ultimate kitchens round II and better than ever!

Good morning.......glad I had a chance to recharge my batteries yesterday because today is an action packed day, in fact this entire week is NON STOP. I literally cringed when I looked at my calendar and saw everything going on, but I will get through it as I always do. Since I have been on a kitchen roll, we will continue today on the subject of kitchens. I never ever tire of looking at incredible kitchens...and I have  a feeling most of you don't either. Call me a kitchen junkie, I take no offense. I never stop learning and getting inspired, and that is one of the many many things I love about blogging, the constant stimulation that I get from the endless resources and the tremendous amount of inspiration that is derived from so many incredible images that we share with one another.

I have collected another round of really gorgeous kitchen images that are worth sharing so I am happy to present more scrumptious drool worthy kitchens!  Dark wood, light, wood, painted, glazed, heavily distressed, lightly distressed, European influenced, transitional, slightly modern, heavily traditional, they run the gamut but they all have one thing in common..they are all incredibly gorgeous, and are all done in fine taste. Some you might already know, but hopefuly there are some new surprises here as well.  So without further adue, here is round 2 of more ultimate kitchens! Do you have a favorite? So hard to pick just one! 

Love this great looking creamy white kitchen by Deane
A painted brown island is a nice change from the stains that we see in such abundance Skurman Architects
Another winner by Deane, so fresh and bright, a cooks dream!
Gorgeous classic creamy kitchen with antique bronze hardware, photo by Susan Gilmore
Love the rustic but elegant nature of this fabulous kitchen, photo by Roger Davies
This kitchen looks like a lot of fun....what a great space to entertain and cook in! Photo by Elizabeth Gilbert
Beautiful elegant pine kitchen with green glazed island, very elegant by Skurman Architects
This kitchen features dark stained lower cabinets and painted upper and island cabinetry, Habersham
Like all the different elements, the dark and light woods, the cute benches and differing heights of the two islands, the fun center lighting fixture, Southern Living
Sleek and transitional.....great space by Venegas
Beautiful creamy French inspired kitchen by Beverly Ellsley
Love this parquet top on the center island..fabulous Beverly Ellsley
Its pretty opulent to have such a gorgeous fireplace right in the kitchen! Beverly Ellsley
This warm wood kitchen by Christians gets dressed up with a crystal chandelier
Classic pale yellows glazed English inspired kitchen, Venegas
The dark and light trend is tremendously popular but there is no denying its beauty! Venegas
Always have liked this European feeling kitchen by Elanor Cummings
Gorgeous wall of glass doors allow this large airy kitchen to bring in the outdoors, love the big block of white marble over the dark wood island, Traditional Home
This is a newer line, which is a cleaner more transitional feeling kitchen for Habersham
Love the mix of the distressed island table, large wide planked stripped floors and painted cabinets..it really works beautifully here
Love the texture that adding the element of stone brings to this kitchen,Photo by Andreas Trauttmansdorff
This gray glazed kitchen designed by Molimo Design
What do you think about a pale blue island to give a subtle punch of color? I think it looks fabulous here, Beverly Ellsley
Creamy beauty!! DeCesare Interiors
Stunning creamy colored cabinets with black island, and sumptuous white marble..Cottonwood
Love the contrast of the light and the dark....photo by Andreas Trauttmansdorff
Love this dramatic black kitchen trimmed out in oak, fabulous! Christina Murphy
To offset all the white, a color was added to the coffered ceiling here, kitchen by Deane
Dark island with white outer cabinets...classic Christopher Peacock!
This is a great European inspired kitchen, Downsview
This simple and elegant kitchen has beautiful clean lines, Muse
This is a grand kitchen but warm and cozy thanks to the rustic beams, large island that invites your guest to come in and get comfortable, Dillon Kyle
The light and dark to perfection as seen through the eyes of Christopher Peacock
A sleek and well done transitional styled kitchen by Cottonwood
\
Another authentic looking beauty with reclaimed and antiqued woods, Eleanor Cummings
This is a neat space, love the high ceilings, the slipcovered stools, the beams, the fireplace, its and eclectic space that is very inviting
Habersham created this very large grand European feeling kitchen
Gorgeous space, love the leaded glass,  the classic subway and dark wood floors
Very dramatic kitchen with rich wood and black accents, Alder Kitchens
Love that gorgeous slab of white marble, beautiful galley style kitchen by Muse
I think this is nicely done with the mix of dark and light wood cabinetry wood beams and lots of texture. Only thing that makes me cringe is that microwave right in the middle! Beverly Hanks
A true Tuscan inspired kitchen, photo by Jonathan Wallen
Classic Peacock kitchen in all its white splendor, Torre Construction
Love the pass through of glass faced cabinets and wall of marble subways, beautiful! Jessica Helderson
Love the distressed woods here with the slip covered stools, the beams and stone hood, fabulous! Coastal Living
A rich English feeling kitchen glazed with lots of glass, by Cottonwood
Love the mix of painted woods and light and dark here, Downsview
Don't you just love the oversized subways here with the black range? Just such a classic look!
Big wide extra large island makes this an entertainers dream.....love the way the cabinetry goes all the way up to the ceiling!
Glazed taupe cabinets look antiqued here with a dark stained island
Gorgeous rich play of textures and woods, Downsview
Tria Giovan created this cozy kitchen with beadboard cabinets, interesting seeing the small stolls around the island
Dana Wolter designed this pretty kitchen using a combination of painted cabinetry and a limed oak distressed center island.

Wow that's a whole lots of pretty!! Kind of has my head spinning! So...can you pick a favorite? If someone were to wave a magic wand and transform your kitchen into one of these beauties which would you pick? I would love to know! Hope you have an enchanted day!

Photobucket

89 comments:

  1. A good kitchen is pivotal to entertaining and a happy family home - these are no exception!!!

    I love the islands and big, big bench spaces. Gorgeous!!!

    ReplyDelete
  2. What a choice....incredibly beautiful kitchens....xv

    ReplyDelete
  3. Wow, they are all so pretty...If I had to choose it would be #3 by Deane...beautiful!
    Happy Monday to you!!!
    Cindy

    ReplyDelete
  4. I love Beverly's french kitchen style. Once again, the most beautiful kitchens you have gathered for us to drool over. yes my head is spinning. Of course I loved the Habersham kitchens too...makes me want to replace all the crown moldings in my kitchen with that detailed moldings so Habershammy!!

    ReplyDelete
  5. Wow! Still trying to get my head around them all! So hard to pick a favourite but if I could wake up one day and my kitchen had magically morphed into no.s 1, 3, or 4 then I would be a very happy woman! It could happen right?(Particularly love the soft blinds in no. 4)

    ReplyDelete
  6. Oh my! All of these kitchens are fabulous in their own way! I love the kitchen with the white cabinets, dark floors and the painted island. Thanks for sharing such beautiful collection of kitchens! You always have the most incredible inspirational photos!

    ReplyDelete
  7. Good Morning Tina! I love the kitchen with the distressed wood!
    I think kitchens are everyone's favorites because the room (to be successful) has to encompass so much. Function, beauty and the heart of the home…
    Enjoyed it!
    Happy Monday,
    Amy

    ReplyDelete
  8. I saw many kitchens that I'd love to call my own. The kitchen is the comman center for the home and it's nice to see so much attention to details that help to create for a space that isn't just for dining! Love the inspiration, as always a great round up of images.

    ReplyDelete
  9. Love the Christina Murphy kitchen. Never thought I would love a kitchen so dark but it is stunning. All beautiful as always, Tina.
    Have a great, although busy, week.
    Teresa
    xoxo

    ReplyDelete
  10. Adore the kitchens by Beverley Ellsley. All are beautiful and we would take any one of these. Good luck with your hectic week!

    ReplyDelete
  11. You always have the most beautiful collection of images!!! The white transitional kitchens are my favorite! Gorgeous

    ReplyDelete
  12. So hard to pick. For me, I would rule out the darker kitchens and kitchens that have sinks that face a wall. I love the colors in #4, but would like a bigger window over the sink. If I could switch in the window from the Muse kitchen, I'd be happy. (That arch around the window brings back memories of my grandmother's kitchen.)

    ReplyDelete
  13. I love the Venegas kitchens. Those are my favorites.

    ReplyDelete
  14. Glad you still had time for this wonderful post with all you have going on this week. I just gravitate towards lighter kitchens...whites, creams, taupe. You have a great collection here.

    ReplyDelete
  15. There are so many great kitchens in this post....if I had to pick one, it would be the Elanor Cummings designed kitchen.

    Have a great Monday!

    ReplyDelete
  16. Wonderful kitchens - I'm so drawn to all of the white kitchens - such a clean, fresh and bright feel for my early morning start to the day!!

    ReplyDelete
  17. Fabulous post! I love the third kitchen that's styled with the blue and white ginger jars, bread and cheese, hydrangeas and bowl of lemons. It's like they are reaching out specifically to me telling me I have to have it. Also love the kitchen with the light blue island. I love a pop of blue as an accent. Some of these are going into my files! Thanks!

    ReplyDelete
  18. What a beautiful collection of kitchens. I don't know if I could pick a favorite but, I always seem to favor white kitchens.

    Thank you for your lovely comment on my blog. I always love when you stop by!

    Heather

    ReplyDelete
  19. I kept picking a favorite then changing it as I scrolled down... there are just too many beautiful kitchens here. I was definitely drawn to the one's by Muse and Venegas along with the modern Cottonwood kitchen!

    ReplyDelete
  20. So many of these hold great appeal, it is tough to know where to start! The Deane with the coffered ceiling is really attractive, as are several of those you showed by Venegas. Perhaps the most surprising kitchen for me is the yellow one, It was so pretty. And BTW, heaven love you for the microwave comment, that detracted from the decor in a big way.

    Sending you wishes for a happy Monday,
    tp

    ReplyDelete
  21. I was going to try to pick a favorite, but that is near impossible. Such a beautiful array!

    ReplyDelete
  22. I could look at kitchen pictures ALL day! These pictures are just stunning! I'm especially loving the 3rd kitchen--it's exactly like my dream kitchen!

    ReplyDelete
  23. Wowser....these are fabulous, so many kitchens I've never seen in one place, thanks so much doing this, my clear favorite is the European inspired by Downsview...but I loved Johnathan Wallans Tuscan one too...whew lots of dreaming going on in this head right now! Thanks for a fantastic post

    ReplyDelete
  24. Oh my! House porn! Sigh, sigh, sigh, all so gorgeous! Although I have a brand new kitchen that is not quite as chichi as those, but very, very adequate, I sometimes wish that our houses could be changed constantly, like outfits, to suit our "mood du jour", don't you think? Try this style one day, this one the next, how fun!

    ReplyDelete
  25. These are gorgeous! I think my favorite is Downsview, with the light and dark gray and mixed woods. Outstanding as always!!!
    Stacy

    ReplyDelete
  26. That is a whole lot of pretty, and they each have something beautiful about them. I love so many of them but can't pick a favorite. Beautiful inspiration indeed.

    ReplyDelete
  27. My Oh My!! Tina I have never seen such an amazing collection of beautiful kitchens. They were all so grand!!! Full of anything and everything any homeowner would love. Thank you for all your hard work gathering all of these images and sharing them with us, Happy Monday,
    Kathysue

    ReplyDelete
  28. Drooling as usual...I can't pick a favorite, but that blue coffered ceiling really adds a pop--love it! Can't wait to see what you end up doing with the kitchen in your dream home!

    ReplyDelete
  29. Yes, a whole lot of pretty! Given my farmhouse digs, I naturally gravitate toward the white cabinets and hardwood floors...
    xxoo

    ReplyDelete
  30. Wow - tons of great choices. Nice to see Sue from the Zhush's kitchen in the mix - love it!!

    ReplyDelete
  31. Lot's of fabulous choices. I saved many for my files. Great references for all kinds of details when planning a kitchen. I like more than one style. I just need several houses. Ha!

    ReplyDelete
  32. Tina,

    One thing is certain and that is all these kitchen's are different, have an extreme amount of details, and look gorgeous. I often wonder who the owners are and how they enjoy these kitchens living spaces.

    All we need is a sound bite of conversations, laughter, glasses and silverware clanging and energy infusion. Maybe our future blogs will include sound effects you choose to enhance the kitchen experiences. What a wonder assortment you've collected I love everyone of them.

    Bette

    ReplyDelete
  33. Excellent! I really love the first two kitchen with the slipcovered chairs! and I also love how you can fit a whole party of people into the kitchen!

    ReplyDelete
  34. The 3rd picture, by Deane or the Downsview one! LOVE, love, love!!!!!

    ReplyDelete
  35. I'd pick the French Country kitchen.
    Sharon

    ReplyDelete
  36. Nice Share great inspiration for me redocoration our kicthen

    ReplyDelete
  37. Great Collection....Rita, distinctivemantles.com

    ReplyDelete
  38. Kitchen remodeling is a key factor in home improvement. Accessories selected especially for a bathroom can help to take away the cold, hard look often found in bathrooms. Renovation could also include the change in the color of the tiles. You might want to choose cooler colors like green, blue or purple. Thanks.
    toronto kitchen renovations

    ReplyDelete
  39. They all look sophisticated! The ninth picture is like a breath of fresh air. It will surely enhance the mood of anyone cooking, particularly because of the spectacular green view. :) And you’re right, the center lighting fixture looks fun!

    Gerry Bossier

    ReplyDelete
  40. Make sure the construction can support heavy cookware and withstand countless openings, bumps and spills.

    ReplyDelete
  41. All the kitchens are so lovely, I particularly like the English inpired ones.

    ReplyDelete
  42. All is good choice. Everything went elegant.

    christmas wreaths

    ReplyDelete
  43. I really love the combination of light and dark.Got an idea to remodel my kitchen.Useful post!!Thanks a lot.
    Modular Kitchens Bangalore

    ReplyDelete
  44. This is my first time i visit here.
    From the tons of comments on your articles, I guess I am not the only one having all the enjoyment here!
    The combination of color are make more attractive and sensible for kitchen
    Philadelphia Construction Company

    ReplyDelete
  45. These kitchens are surreal and portrays the excellence of renovators and craftsmen who made them.

    ReplyDelete
  46. This is a Ultimate collection of luxury kitchens. Every single thing in this kitchen is highly figured.

    ReplyDelete
  47. OK, your kitchen is simply fabulous. Seriously, I am amazed at all the beautiful organization.
    Modular Kitchen designs

    ReplyDelete
  48. Hi there, nice post. This is an interesting and very informative topic. Thanks for sharing you thoughts on this issue. Keep it up, looking forward to read another one in the future. Cheers!
    Kitchen remodeling is not only an aesthetically pleasing renovation for your home, but also a great investment with tremendous resale value. Kitchens are considered the center of the home.
    Kitchen remodeler in wenham

    ReplyDelete
  49. Lovely way of organizing the interiors of the kitchen in a perfect manner with great furnishings. Also the cabinets are real fabulous. professional Organizing Consultants

    ReplyDelete
  50. Such a amazing post sharing the pictures of different design of the kitchens. A kitchen design can incorporate high-quality materials, proper placement of key features and expert advice. An experienced service provider can facilitate your remodel.
    kitchens york

    ReplyDelete
  51. Amzing kitchen designs..Mostly the 6th design,snap by Elizabeth Gilbert..Loved it...Will definitely make the use of it for my next renovation..Thanks for your information.
    modular kitchens

    ReplyDelete
  52. Thanks for sharing such a wonderful pictures of the kitchen designs. This is an interesting and very informative topic. Thanks for sharing you thoughts on this issue.
    kitchens york

    ReplyDelete
  53. Love this! You're really good. Thanks for sharing!

    ReplyDelete
  54. I found this is an informative and interesting post so i think so it is very useful and knowledgeable.

    ReplyDelete
  55. Wow so pretty pictures for kitchen. Oh my choice for this kitchen. Really i appreciate the effort you made to share the knowledge.The topic here i found was really effective to the topic which i was researching for a long time. Thanks for sharing it..

    ReplyDelete

  56. You must look for the
    New Jersey kitchen cabinets that are functional as well as have the good look. You can have a talk with the customer support people regarding your needs and expectations from the kitchen cabinets you are buying.

    ReplyDelete
  57. This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  58. Thanks for sharing the awesome kitchen design collection. I like your way of blogging. You have a good written communication and among the above images, creamy beauty, painted brown island, dark island, European kitchen are really gorgeous and has superb features. Generally kitchen walls and kitchen tile colors are selected based on the kitchen cabinet designs. And the countertop is designed with the strong marble designs which is very firm, durable and long lasting.
    read more

    ReplyDelete
  59. Hi,
    Luxury Kitchen Designers

    The way you present this blog is awesome. I have never seen this kind of blog. All the images you mentioned here is really good one. I liked it. Thanks...

    ReplyDelete
  60. When I searched the blogs suddenly I saw this one and when I read it, amazing stuff out there that compelled me to comment. Hardwood Flooring MN

    ReplyDelete
  61. very nice blog. More informative.I actually enjoyed reading through this posting.Thanks for sharing.Wall to Wall Carpet in Bangalore

    ReplyDelete
  62. I'm showing kitchen #30 by Downsview to my husband the minute he gets home from his business trip. I will NOT rest until this is where I do all my cooking. I spend all my time in the kitchen. Why shouldn't it be the most beautiful room in the house?! Love it! Deena

    ReplyDelete
  63. #1,#4 and #7 I like the most! I will renovate my kitchen soon but I'm confused between french provincial and period kitchens!

    ReplyDelete
  64. Awesome man.. Such a wonderful home..Even I have got new carpets last summers for better living and now I am thinking of cleaning carpets with Carpet Cleaning Brisbane and Carpet Cleaning Sunshine Coast commercial cleaning services

    ReplyDelete
  65. If you can home decoration you home with natural wood i think some changing in your home like that time to time change woods clours and most important things of you will be use only Bright clours wood .I think this is great for getting ideas on home improvements and home design!

    ReplyDelete
  66. I am looking kitchen remodeling in Tempe, AZ, can someone recommend a honest contractor?

    ReplyDelete
  67. Great! You give me awesome Kitchens ideas. Thanks for sharing.

    ReplyDelete
  68. Hi very much useful info u shared,here is something that may be useful to you, Office space for rent in Bangalore must include all the quintessential requirements that will help the organizations to come and work at ease. Therefore, you have to spend a lot in the infrastructure and its maintenance before letting it to offer to the tenants

    ReplyDelete
  69. Great post, and I love looking at the finished product of some of the kitchen remodels. I just look at these pictures, and just imagine that my kitchen can be somewhat close to these pictures. But after me and my wife finish our kitchen renovation, then we finally be able to our dream kitchen that we've always talked about.

    ReplyDelete
  70. You guys make it really easy for all the folks out there.
    Moreton Island

    ReplyDelete
  71. You guys have a lot of great ideas. I have been thinking about getting one of these kitchen islands from Vancouver. I didn't realize there were so many options though. I'm impressed.

    ReplyDelete
  72. This blog Info is fabulous; I must wanna see best more from your writers. non slip stair treads

    ReplyDelete
  73. congratulations guys, quality information you have given!!! Davie

    ReplyDelete
  74. How Choose good kind of Residential Ceilings Perth and Ceilings Insulation, Gyprock in Perth.

    ReplyDelete
  75. This is my very first time that I am visiting here and I’m truly pleasurable to see everything at one place.Wallace

    ReplyDelete
  76. I love this blog all kinds of kitchen design is great i enjoy reading this blog thank you for sharing.......

    ReplyDelete
  77. Traditional LED Art light looks exactly like a regular T style picture light, but you will never need to change the bulbs, for the LED array lasts for about 30,000 hours of use. Museum quality LED lighting at its finest. Picture Lighting

    ReplyDelete
  78. I have never been to such type of posts before truly remarkable stuff it has. go now

    ReplyDelete
  79. Here many beautiful kitchen picture we are found.Gorgeous also nice combination color kitchen.

    Luxury guest home accommodation nearest Perth Hill

    ReplyDelete
  80. Rasmi Lighting & Energy India Pvt. Ltd is an Indoor lighting company where we are specialized in commercial lighting solutions for indoor, outdoor and underwater applications.

    ReplyDelete
  81. Thank you so much for compiling these great articles.

    ReplyDelete
  82. I have been trying to find new hardware for my home. This has been a great blog. I have been looking for something like this. Thanks for sharing. http://www.daddariohardware.com/rentals.html

    ReplyDelete
  83. Your way to enlighten everything on this blog is actually pleasant, everyone manage to efficiently be familiar with it, Thanks a great deal. bubblegum casting

    ReplyDelete
  84. I think I have really come on the right place for getting the perfect info. what does bubblegum casting do ?

    ReplyDelete
  85. These are really dream kitchens.Thank you so much for sharing it..
    Wood Floors Miami

    ReplyDelete
  86. Hi, just desired to let you know, I enjoyed this blog post. It had been funny. Carry on posting! bubblegumcasting.com

    ReplyDelete

Would love to hear what you have to say......happy thoughts only please!!