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Many visitors to Louis Armstrong’s Queens, New York City, home consider the kitchen to be a highlight. With its turquoise cabinets and futuristic built-ins, it is a striking example of 1960s design.

Bright red laminate shelves hold the family’s coffee supplies in a delightful reveal.

Clark & Chapin Architects, Buffaloe House, Kitchen

Marble covers the backsplash, and new upper cabinets inset with fluted glass were added.

Before: A teardrop-shaped island monopolized the kitchen space, and the bank of wine storage was removed.