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Affordable World-Inspired Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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YANE - ArchitectureYANE - Architecture
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired kitchen in Rennes.
Дизайн двухкомнатной квартиры в Москве
Дизайн двухкомнатной квартиры в Москве
Дизайн-студия Дарьи МисюраДизайн-студия Дарьи Мисюра
This is an example of a medium sized world-inspired kitchen in Moscow.
Eyecatching asian island
Eyecatching asian island
Noah Martin Wood DesignNoah Martin Wood Design
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sacramento with raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood worktops, brown splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island, beige floors and a belfast sink.
Travis Heights
Travis Heights
Steve Tull European CabinetrySteve Tull European Cabinetry
This is a good example showing how we can utilize drawers underneath the kitchen sink. This makes it a lot easier to organize and access your cleaning products, plus you get two levels of storage instead of just one. Notice the pretty dovetailed drawer joinery.
Vesta
Vesta
IDS Remodeling Inc.IDS Remodeling Inc.
Pixel Light Studios
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired u-shaped kitchen/diner in Portland with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and no island.
Teragren Bamboo Flooring
Teragren Bamboo Flooring
Green Building SupplyGreen Building Supply
Color: Synergy-Solid-Strand-Bamboo-Wheat
This is an example of a small world-inspired u-shaped kitchen/diner in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate countertops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo flooring and an island.
Lodi Area Kitchen with Asian Inspiration
Lodi Area Kitchen with Asian Inspiration
4-B Wood Custom Cabinets4-B Wood Custom Cabinets
Dan Grassell
This is an example of a medium sized world-inspired single-wall kitchen/diner in Cleveland with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Crest Ave. Cardiff, CA
Crest Ave. Cardiff, CA
Kristin Lam InteriorsKristin Lam Interiors
Asian influence in a contemporary kitchen that focuses on family. Family heritage infused into this contemporary kitchen for a young Asian American family. Large entertaining kitchen for a family that likes to cook. Simple cherry wood cabinets with slab doors. Asian style door handles and drawer pulls. Large stone eat in island. Green glass on the backsplash. Don Anderson
Pang Residence After Picture
Pang Residence After Picture
Arizona’s Interior Innovations, LLCArizona’s Interior Innovations, LLC
Ron Wheeler Designer and Photographer, 520-631-3399
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, an island, a submerged sink, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.
B|N Real Estate Photography Promo Photos
B|N Real Estate Photography Promo Photos
B|N Real Estate PhotographyB|N Real Estate Photography
Rancho Mission Viejo, Orange County, California Design:William Lyon Home Photo: B|N Real Estate Photography
Inspiration for a large world-inspired galley kitchen/diner in Orange County with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, wood splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring and an island.
Condo Kitchen
Condo Kitchen
FireSign DBFireSign DB
CONDO: Kitchen Remodel Bamboo Flooring, Custom Shaker Cabinets, Marble Backsplash and custom cut leathered granite countertop.
Inspiration for a small world-inspired galley kitchen/diner in Atlanta with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo flooring, an island, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.
Retirement Zen
Retirement Zen
Artisan Kitchens Inc.Artisan Kitchens Inc.
Multiple levels carry the eye into the space, adding visual interest. The lower eating bar is a better (and safer) height for grandkids.
Inspiration for a small world-inspired kitchen in Boston.
shimotoyama-house-renovation
shimotoyama-house-renovation
ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツ デザイン オフィス)ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツ デザイン オフィス)
Expansive world-inspired single-wall kitchen/diner in Other with an integrated sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.
Colonial Style Home
Colonial Style Home
Mohawk FlooringMohawk Flooring
Fox Broadcasting 2016
Photo of a large world-inspired galley kitchen/diner in Atlanta with marble worktops, white splashback, an island, flat-panel cabinets, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, brown floors, white cabinets, medium hardwood flooring and white worktops.
Berde Kanin
Berde Kanin
UL StudiosUL Studios
Laminate Counter tops were resurfaced by Miracle Method. Trim was added above and below standard laminate counter tops as well as lighting above and below. Hardware was changed out for simple brushed nickle. Butcher Block Counter top by Ikea. Tile from Wayfair. Bar Stools from Ikea. Lighting and Cabinet HArdware from Lowe's.
Acapulco
Acapulco
Les Cuisines de BarbaraLes Cuisines de Barbara
Photo of a small world-inspired single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, wood worktops, green splashback and light hardwood flooring.
Boulder Kitchen Upgrade
Boulder Kitchen Upgrade
Prolithic DesignsProlithic Designs
Small world-inspired galley kitchen/diner in Denver with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, black appliances, a breakfast bar and yellow worktops.
Ranch Kitchen Renovation
Ranch Kitchen Renovation
Whitewash Studio ArchitectureWhitewash Studio Architecture
Ideas of a budget kitchen. This is the DIY Ikea kitchen. The advantages of this kitchen is the tremendous amount of storage space in a tight configuration.
Zen Kitchen After
Zen Kitchen After
Joani Stewart InteriorsJoani Stewart Interiors
Doesn't even look like the same kitchen! A complete makeover from the floor up. Bamboo floors, bamboo shades, a farm sink, glass tiles a Caesarstone countertop www.caesarstone.com,and an Italian range have transformed this bland white vanilla apartment kitchen to an elegant, open space with that special "Zen" quality.
Rénovation d'un appartement
Rénovation d'un appartement
Déco Ré MajeurDéco Ré Majeur
Photo of a world-inspired open plan kitchen in Lyon with light hardwood flooring and an island.

Affordable World-Inspired Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful world-inspired kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of world-inspired 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 world-inspired photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 Moroccan style 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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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