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Dana Jones, CKD
The Kitchen Consultant
Long Beach, Calif.

Transforming a dark galley kitchen into open and inviting space is an appealing succession of complimenting components, including a countertop combination of stained alder and Cambrian Black granite. (Photo by Armen Asadorian Photography)

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Anastasia Rentzos, CKD, CBD
Andros Kitchen & Bath Designs
Mississauga, Ontario

Clients wanted the kitchen as a space to entertain guests while cooking, calling for an interesting combination of countertops – Caesarstone for the main area, and honed Bianco Carrera marble for an island work area and attached support for a boomerang-shaped polished-glass surface. (Photo by Averill Lehan/PAI)

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Elina Katsioula-Beall, CKD
DeWitt Designer Kitchens
Pasadena, Calif.

Paying appropriate homage to ancient Feng-Shui principles and the client’s favored cherry blossom theme, this kitchen features an octagonal Absolute Noire granite island under a double octagonal ceiling. The cooking area is framed by black granite columns; countertops are Empire marble. (Photo by Suki Medencevic)

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James E. Howard, CKD, CBD
Glen Alspaugh Co. LLP
St. Louis

Originating with the classic French palette of blue and butter cream, this grand yet comfortable space is enhanced by Giallo Napolean polished granite, as well as the backsplash of Angelica honed travertine and a very nice (but, unfortunately, anonymous) golden retriever. (Photo by Alise O’Brien Photography)