The endless appeal of a traditional kitchen remodel lies in its commitment to timelessness, comfort, and lasting craftsmanship. In an era defined by fast-moving trends, many homeowners are purposefully choosing designs that honor the past. This helps them to create a space that feels both classic and welcoming. We’re exploring the rich principles that define traditional kitchen renovations, from the warmth of custom cabinetry and natural hardwood floors to the careful selection of fixtures and finishes.
Traditional Kitchen Remodels

Let’s Toast to an Expertly Expanded Kitchen, Ideal for Entertaining
This redesign comes from Ida McConnell of Cuvée Kitchen Designs. She takes an originally small space and transforms it into the ideal spot for entertaining. The design focuses on an arched windows that blur the line between indoors and outdoors. The addition of white cabinets here portray that traditional and timeless atmosphere.

Remodeling a Small Town Kitchen for a Big City Feel
Designer Megan Reece stationed in Parkersburg, West Virginia, showcases how she successfully brought a luxurious, big-city feel to her small-town budget. This renovation prioritizes natural lighting and perfects an old-world charm thanks to the brass cabinet hardware and hardwood hood.

Cruze Architects and Drury Cabinetry Collaborate on a New Kitchen
An historic East End high rise meets a collaboration from Cruze Architects and Drury Cabinetry. While classic renovations often focus on preserving the original small footprint, this design boldly removed walls to transform the space from a “bowling alley” into a more cohesive, modern, yet traditional looking kitchen and dining area.

Hardwood Interiors & Design Envisions A Kitchen with a View
Hardwood Interiors & Design take on a French Normandy-style manor’s kitchen. Their project shows how traditional kitchen remodels focus on the timelessness as well as craftsmanship over passing trends, creating a kitchen that lasts for life. Unlike modern designs that chase the latest look, this kitchen uses enduring, high quality wood products like wide plank white oak floors.
Story by Kylie Thomas
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