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Transitional Kitchen
Transitional Kitchen
This is an example of a medium sized traditional galley kitchen/diner in New York with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, medium hardwood flooring, no island, composite countertops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink and grey worktops.
Renovation Appartement
Renovation Appartement
EdificeEdifice
Cuisine moderne dans les tons blanc épurée et chêne clair
Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, glass tiled splashback, white appliances, bamboo flooring, brown floors, white worktops, a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets and no island.
Chalet POTTON
Chalet POTTON
Atelier BOOM TOWNAtelier BOOM TOWN
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary kitchen in Montreal with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island, a double-bowl sink and grey floors.
Church Street Residence
Church Street Residence
Katie Martinez DesignKatie Martinez Design
Aubrie Pick
Inspiration for a traditional kitchen in San Francisco with a belfast sink, marble worktops, white splashback, an island, open cabinets and medium hardwood flooring.
Addition and Subtraction - Davisville Village
Addition and Subtraction - Davisville Village
Eurodale Developments IncEurodale Developments Inc
By removing interior walls and installing a structural moment frame, the existing kitchen was transformed to open through to the existing dining room and the new family room addition. Relocating the stair from the basement to the main floor and stacking it beneath the one leading to the second floor allowed for an improved use of available square footage to improve storage, layout and flow.
Queen Anne Mid-Modern
Queen Anne Mid-Modern
Lane Williams ArchitectsLane Williams Architects
A steel beam was placed where the existing home ended and the entire form was stretched an additional 15 feet. This 1966 Northwest contemporary design by noted architect Paul Kirk has been extended and reordered to create a 2400 square foot home with comfortable living/dining/kitchen area, open stair, and third bedroom plus children's bath. The power of the original design continues with walls that wrap over to create a roof. Original cedar-clad interior walls and ceiling were brightened with added glass and up to date lighting. photos by Will Austin
Small Kitchen - Portland
Small Kitchen - Portland
Adapt Interior DesignAdapt Interior Design
Small transitional kitchen remodel with cement tile floor, under-mount corner sink, green shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, white ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a paneled hood. Appliances: Kitchenaid Cabinet Finishes: White oak and Sherwin Williams "Contented" Wall Color: Sherwin Williams "Pure White" Countertop: Pental Quartz "Statuario" Backsplash: Z Collection "Aurora" Elongated Hex Floor: Bedrosians "Enchante" Splendid
Nolen McCaffrey Mobile Alabama Kitchen
Nolen McCaffrey Mobile Alabama Kitchen
Coast Design Kitchen & BathCoast Design Kitchen & Bath
This kitchen was designed by Robin Tankersley of Coast Design Kitchen & Bath for builder Lynn Nolen. It's located in Mobile, Alabama. It featured Integrity, maple, all plywood, Hathaway style cabinets with full overlay and 5 piece drawer fronts and soft close hinges. The finishes are white paint and admiral blue paint on the island. The door and drawers feature brushed brass bar pulls sourced from Amazon. The kitchen has corner drawers for storage, a knife and utensil block and cutting board and foil pull-outs. The floors are hardwood. Appliances are stainless steel. The space contains a wet bar, open shelving and a beverage center.
Minikahda Refresher
Minikahda Refresher
Sicora Design/BuildSicora Design/Build
Rift Sawn cabinets Granite countertops Red Oak flooring Farmkid studios
This is an example of a classic l-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Channing Modern Kitchen
Channing Modern Kitchen
Kitchen Inspiration Inc.Kitchen Inspiration Inc.
Cabinetry: Sollera Fine Cabinetry Material: Exotic Veneer - Wenge
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
West Loop Kitchen Rehab
West Loop Kitchen Rehab
Green Home Chicago Design CenterGreen Home Chicago Design Center
Mike Kaskel
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional l-shaped kitchen in Chicago with a submerged sink, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar and shaker cabinets.
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Jade Kragh Freelance DesignJade Kragh Freelance Design
Inspiration for a medium sized scandi kitchen in Vancouver with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring and an island.
Mr. Halsted's Playhouse
Mr. Halsted's Playhouse
Bangtel, LLCBangtel, LLC
All photos by Aleks Eva. 3rd floor of a 3 storey walk up. Freshly remodeled and designed by Liz Klafeta of Bangtel for New Era Chicago.
Inspiration for a large bohemian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with medium hardwood flooring, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances, white cabinets and a breakfast bar.
Fresh Colour in the Country
Fresh Colour in the Country
Maria KillamMaria Killam
Countertops, Nougat Caesarstone, Cabinets Artisan White by Cloverdale Paint. Wall Colour, Rice Paper by Cloverdale Paint. Photography by Tracey Ayton
Frejgatan 8
Frejgatan 8
Happicovers HomestylingHappicovers Homestyling
Robin Vasseghi
Photo of a medium sized scandinavian single-wall enclosed kitchen in Stockholm with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white appliances, lino flooring and no island.
Stackebergsgatan Pärlan, takvåning
Stackebergsgatan Pärlan, takvåning
dDesigndDesign
Christian Boo
Photo of a medium sized scandi single-wall kitchen in Stockholm with flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island and stainless steel appliances.
Ruskin Renovation
Ruskin Renovation
Hibou Design & Co.Hibou Design & Co.
Guillermo Castro
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped kitchen in Montreal with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island and light hardwood flooring.
Traditional Kitchen Reface
Traditional Kitchen Reface
Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.
Mike Kaskel
Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Traditional Kitchen
Traditional Kitchen
Photo of a medium sized traditional enclosed kitchen in Austin with a belfast sink, white cabinets, wood worktops, grey splashback, no island, metro tiled splashback, white appliances and medium hardwood flooring.
Los Angeles , Citrus - Kitchen Remodel
Los Angeles , Citrus - Kitchen Remodel
Luxe RemodelLuxe Remodel
This is an example of a large classic l-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.

Affordable Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of kitchen designs and ideas; from kitchen islands and storage units, to all sorts of kitchen lighting ideas, such as pendant lighting or under cabinet lighting. Whether you want inspiration for all-in-one fitted kitchen designs, some small kitchen ideas or maybe just some tips for improving your kitchen decor, there are tons of photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of kitchen design should I go for?

With so many kitchen ideas and photos to look at you might be a bit overwhelmed when it comes to picking your own kitchen design. If you are updating your kitchen you know what a big and important decision it is to get the design right – the kitchen can be the hub and heart of the home, and it’s unlikely that you would invest in renovating your kitchen again in a few years. But fear not, focusing first on the important elements like layout, cabinet style, worktops and appliances will help you to bring together your dream kitchen design. Additional elements like kitchen lighting, cupboard storage and decor can come after in the kitchen planning process. A kitchen designer or fitter can help you to decide the layout of your kitchen in terms of where to place your kitchen units, appliances and island (if you’re having one), but if you prefer to handle this yourself you can focus on where you want your key elements of your kitchen to be – the oven, hob, sink and fridge. Of course you might be constricted by space, but try to envisage the easiest and most efficient layout based on how you usually like to cook and prepare your food. If you’re fed up of always having to carry dirty pans and pots across the room to the sink, place the sink closer to your oven and hob. Once you have the core elements sorted, consider extra layout considerations, such as where your bins will be stored, where the cutlery draw should be and where small kitchen appliances can be installed.

Should I include a kitchen island?

Kitchen island ideas are abundant these days; it seems most kitchen designs include a kitchen island, if not multiple islands. However, if the layout doesn’t work, especially if you have a small kitchen, then there’s no necessity to add in a kitchen island. You can add a breakfast bar or counter to your existing kitchen units, or stick with a good old-fashioned dining table if you don’t need the extra work surfaces. That said, if you do have the room, take a look at some kitchen island ideas to see if the designs inspire you for your kitchen. There are a huge variety of island designs to cater to different needs – you can have sinks, ovens, hobs, wine storage and all sorts of drawers and organisers built-in, you can have separate bars and counters that extend from your island, or you could go for a kitchen island on wheels to make your kitchen layout more versatile.

How do I choose my kitchen units and cabinets?

When picking out kitchen units and cupboard styles for a fitted kitchen, you’ll first want to consider the more practical questions – how many units do you need? How many cupboards and drawers do you need? Do you need extra kitchen storage built into your units? It’s always best to overestimate how much kitchen storage you’ll need as we all tend to have a habit of filling up whatever current space we have to the maximum. Next you can consider kitchen cabinet style and colour. Shaker style cabinets and raised and recessed panel cabinets offer a more traditional kitchen cabinet look, while flat panel cabinet doors tend to lend more to the modern and contemporary style. However, going for raised or recessed panel work in a striking colour such as dark blue, green or black can still work with contemporary kitchen ideas. White kitchens can give a sleek and clean feel, but remember you may have to do a bit more cleaning of those cupboard doors if you want everything to stay shiny and fresh. Of course, grey kitchens are the neutral colour choice du jour and can be paired with pale and rich shades alike if you want your fitted kitchen cupboards to contrast with your worktop, splashback, floor, or all of the above. Exposed shelving and storage is also popular for eclectic, Scandi and industrial-inspired looks, so you could opt for glass-fronted cabinets or no wall-mounted cabinets at all. Remember that this will require more restraint in what you can store and more effort in keeping it looking presentable compared to what is stored away hastily behind cupboard doors. The kitchen cupboard handles are also another element to decide upon – do you want traditional round knobs, modern metal bars, country kitchen cup handles or maybe to go ultra sleek with a completely handleless kitchen?

What kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your kitchen well-stocked and well-equipped but don’t want it spilling over with clutter, then you’ll need to rely on good kitchen storage. Apart from the usual fitted kitchen cupboards and drawer space, there are many other ways of keeping your kitchen tidy. Whilst a large kitchen pantry is the dream of most homeowners, it can’t always be a reality. However, there are now lots of pull out compartments and drawers with trays and shelving that can act as mini kitchen pantries, and you can install handy cupboard organisers that fit onto the inside of the door to make the most of your cupboard space. You can also look at corner drawers and cupboards that open up to reveal lots of extra storage. Rails or small shelves along your kitchen walls or splashback can help with hanging utensils or pans, or storing small items like herbs and spices in an usually empty space. Buy extra kitchen storage products for your home on Houzz

Are there small kitchen ideas for small spaces?

If you’re working with a galley kitchen, a one-wall kitchen in an open plan space or just a pretty small kitchen, there are some small kitchen ideas that can help you get the most out of your cooking and dining area. If you find that you don’t utilise the back of your cupboards (maybe they become the graveyard for out-of-date tin cans), you could decide to go with shallower kitchen units to free up some extra floor space in front of your cabinets. As mentioned, open shelving or glass-fronted cabinets are a popular trend and they should make the space feel more open and less boxed-in. However, if you have the capacity for it, cupboards and kitchen units that maximise the floor-to-ceiling space you have will mean you can use all of that for valuable kitchen storage. Wall or ceiling racks could be a useful solution for hanging pans and pots if you’ve run out of cupboards in which to store them. Kitchen ideas and accessories such as baskets, trolleys and storage jars are both aesthetically pleasing and practical as they give you extra storage space. Kitchen appliances like a fridge or dishwasher can be tucked away in built-in units in fitted kitchens so they blend into your layout and don’t make the space look crowded. Discover all the small kitchen ideas you could need by taking a look at photos of compact kitchens.

What sort of kitchen lighting should I go for?

In the kitchen you need to have practical lighting – no one wants to chop, cut and cook in a dingy room. Kitchen ceiling lights are probably the best way to go, but should you opt for recessed spotlights or traditional hanging ceiling lights? While spotlight LED kitchen lighting will give you excellent light, they may not fit with a design that’s not contemporary. Traditional chandelier lights could work for other kitchen styles, and of course, kitchen pendant lighting comes in all sorts of styles, colours and designs. While the popular choice is to go with one or two pendant lights over your kitchen island, you could also opt for a single pendant light over your dining space, or a few spaced out across your kitchen. Of course, if you want good lighting for your worktops, under-cabinet lighting is the way forward. Speak to your kitchen supplier about having this pre-installed, or there are a number of easy-install options you can fit yourself or with the help of a lighting expert or electrician. In the market for your kitchen lighting today? Once you’ve found some inspiring kitchen lighting ideas here, take a look at our kitchen lighting products to find the new lights for your kitchen project.

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