The year’s standout kitchen makeovers prove that great design isn’t just about good looks — it’s about smart layouts, hardworking storage and mood-boosting materials that make everyday life easier. Whether it’s sunny country charm or streamlined Craftsman character, these five Kitchen of the Week favorites show how homeowners and pros turned dated spaces into inviting, high-functioning hubs. Dive into the countdown to see the clever moves, fresh color palettes and standout details that made these transformations the most saved — and most inspiring — of 2025.
After a fire, this Seattle couple turned tragedy into their dream kitchen with help from architect Sara Emhoff and interior designer Abbas Rachaman of Board & Vellum. The redesign expands the porch and strengthens indoor-outdoor flow with a large island for seating and cookbooks, a wallpaper-lined pantry and smartly planned storage. Deep green cabinets, black hardware and subtly veined quartz contrast beautifully with pale blush walls, while fir floors add warmth to this Victorian-era cottage.
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After 20 years in their Michigan home, these retirees turned to Delight Remodel & Design’s Oliver McCarthy, who uses Houzz Pro software, to transform a cramped, partitioned kitchen. The team opened the space into the dining room, adding 180 square feet, a larger island and smart storage. Two-tone cabinets in light mocha and earthy gray-brown bring depth, while glass-front units and a wide gliding window keep the kitchen bright. Pullouts, a cozy beverage nook, sand-colored porcelain floors and sleek black appliances complete this modern farmhouse refresh.
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Nine years after adding a second story, the owners of this Atlanta Craftsman returned to design-build firm Copper Sky Design + Remodel for a kitchen refresh. Designer Jessica Flake expanded the space by absorbing an adjacent room and embraced patina with unlacquered brass accents and terra-cotta floors. Custom inset cabinets in earthy sage, creamy white backsplash tile and matching quartz countertops create a serene, period-appropriate palette. Dark gray granite tops the island for a soapstone look with less maintenance, while the original appliance layout keeps the kitchen efficient and cost-conscious.
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These Georgia homeowners with three energetic boys wanted a brighter, more functional kitchen to replace their dark, closed-off space. Designer Rosa Moreno helped turn their ideas into a workable plan, removing a dividing wall and adding 72 square feet by extending into the former breakfast area. The larger island offers seating and storage, and its muted green base contrasts with soft white perimeter cabinets. White oak floors, warm wood accents, marble-look quartz counters and a herringbone porcelain backsplash complete this earthy, transitional design that’s as inviting as it is practical.
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Once dark and heavy, this Wisconsin kitchen got a cheerful English country makeover from Refined & Co. Painted inset cabinets surround a stained oak island topped with marble-like quartzite, while a 6-foot-wide bank of windows floods the space with sunshine. Handmade cast-iron sinks, relaxed Roman shades, antique-style pendant lights and refinished hardwood floors add charm and warmth.
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