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Coastal Open Plan Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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Seaview Is the Best View
Seaview Is the Best View
KBG DesignKBG Design
Photo of a large beach style u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops, a belfast sink, marble worktops and white splashback.
Tavernier & Islamorada
Tavernier & Islamorada
Designs With You in MindDesigns With You in Mind
This property hasn't been updated since the 199o's and was very out-of-date. The client's wish was to keep the rooms light and bright, with a Mid Century, modern twist. This was accomplished with 2 months of prep work and 5 months total for completion. The drab blue carpeting was removed and porcelain hickory honey floors laid throughout, pulling each detail together. The kitchen cabinetry was replaced with driftwood floating shelves and marble countertops. It was kept light and bright with pops of color and an eye catching palm feature wall. Touched off with classic, brass hardware throughout the home, and drop pendant light fixtures. The client was extremely satisfied with the interior design project.
Modern Collected Coastal
Modern Collected Coastal
McKee & CompanyMcKee & Company
White linens and natural wood tones work together with organic one-of-a-kind pieces to create this coastal classic.
Beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
Legare Carriage House
Legare Carriage House
Artis ConstructionArtis Construction
Inspiration for a small beach style open plan kitchen in Charleston with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and grey worktops.
Jupiter, FL Coastal Golf Course Home
Jupiter, FL Coastal Golf Course Home
Francesca Morgan InteriorsFrancesca Morgan Interiors
Large beach style galley open plan kitchen in Miami with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble flooring, multiple islands, beige floors and black worktops.
Personnalisation en douceur pour ce studio neuf de 50 m2.
Personnalisation en douceur pour ce studio neuf de 50 m2.
Sara Camus Bouanha Architecte d'IntérieurSara Camus Bouanha Architecte d'Intérieur
Espace cuisine : un maximum de rangements sous forme de placards hauts et bas et de niches ouvertes sous plan. Les couleurs sont intenses et tranchées mais l'aspect veloutée et mat des façades s'harmonisent en douceur avec le chêne du sol et des rangements hauts ainsi qu'avec le blanc marbré Calacata du plan de travail.
Key Largo Residence
Key Largo Residence
Interiors by Maite GrandaInteriors by Maite Granda
A "Happy Home" was our goal when designing this vacation home in Key Largo for a Delaware family. Lots of whites and blues accentuated by other primary colors such as orange and yellow.
Orono Lakehouse
Orono Lakehouse
K2 Interior DesignsK2 Interior Designs
This project was featured in Midwest Home magazine as the winner of ASID Life in Color. The addition of a kitchen with custom shaker-style cabinetry and a large shiplap island is perfect for entertaining and hosting events for family and friends. Quartz counters that mimic the look of marble were chosen for their durability and ease of maintenance. Open shelving with brass sconces above the sink create a focal point for the large open space. Putting a modern spin on the traditional nautical/coastal theme was a goal. We took the quintessential palette of navy and white and added pops of green, stylish patterns, and unexpected artwork to create a fresh bright space. Grasscloth on the back of the built in bookshelves and console table along with rattan and the bentwood side table add warm texture. Finishes and furnishings were selected with a practicality to fit their lifestyle and the connection to the outdoors. A large sectional along with the custom cocktail table in the living room area provide ample room for game night or a quiet evening watching movies with the kids. To learn more visit https://k2interiordesigns.com To view article in Midwest Home visit https://midwesthome.com/interior-spaces/life-in-color-2019/ Photography - Spacecrafting
Custom Home, Palm Harbor, FL
Custom Home, Palm Harbor, FL
Homes By Southern ImageHomes By Southern Image
A kitchen designed for someone who loves to cook. The center island accommodates four stools. A large pantry features frosted glass sliding barn doors. Open shelving provides space for colorful accents while generous cabinet space stores everything else neatly out of sight. A raised ceiling above the island area baths the entire area with natural light.
Sun and Surf
Sun and Surf
Kala Interior DesignKala Interior Design
The breathtaking ocean views influenced the dramatic redesign of this water-front Poipu condo. The outdated condo was completely remodeled to allow full appreciation of the surrounding views, bring in a fresh new color palette, and modernize and update everything from the electrical wiring to the new luxury bath towels. The clients wanted the condo to feel “fun, happy, and cheerful,” and to stand apart from the typical vacation rental on Kauai. They wanted to turn this condo into the ultimate “beach house” that felt just as luxurious as the gorgeous natural surroundings. Fresh white ship-lap walls set the backdrop for this modern beach style, which is further enhanced with bold stripes, natural textures, and ocean-themed decor. The palette of cobalt, aqua and lichen green is fresh and vibrant against the neutral backdrop. Trina Turk’s “Peacock Print” was the inspiration fabric for the living and dining room. The print is so lively, colorful, and modern, and was the perfect place to start. Every custom detail was thoughtfully chosen to bring a sense of luxury and originality to the space. While some elements are whimsical, such as the playful octopus art & fish-themed fabric, other elements are sophisticated and classic, to help keep the design grounded. Special features include a custom-made “Moroccan Fish Scale” tile backsplash in the kitchen, crushed marble counter tops with oyster shells and float glass, and blue glass pendant lights, reminiscent of water bubbles.
Design Loves Detail - Kitchen
Design Loves Detail - Kitchen
Deco DesignDeco Design
Design ideas for a medium sized beach style u-shaped open plan kitchen in Salt Lake City with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and beige floors.
Beach Style Kitchen
Beach Style Kitchen
Inspiration for a coastal galley open plan kitchen in Newcastle - Maitland with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors and brown worktops.
Window seat
Window seat
Thorne Wyness ArchitectsThorne Wyness Architects
www.johnnybarrington.com
Photo of a small coastal galley open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood worktops, metallic splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, no island and brown worktops.
85th St. Project
85th St. Project
Prodigy Kitchens & BathsProdigy Kitchens & Baths
Design ideas for a medium sized nautical l-shaped open plan kitchen in Charleston with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, glass tiled splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Coastal Cottage
Coastal Cottage
Kustom Home DesignKustom Home Design
We transformed an outdated, lack luster beach house on Fripp Island into a coastal retreat complete with southern charm and bright personality. The main living space was opened up to allow for a charming kitchen with open shelving, white painted ship lap, a large inviting island and sleek stainless steel appliances. Nautical details are woven throughout adding to the charisma and simplistic beauty of this coastal home. New dark hardwood floors contrast with the soft white walls and cabinetry, while also coordinating with the dark window sashes and mullions. The new open plan allows an abundance of natural light to wash through the interior space with ease. Tropical vegetation form beautiful views and welcome visitors like an old friend to the grand front stairway. The play between dark and light continues on the exterior with crisp contrast balanced by soft hues and warm stains. What was once nothing more than a shelter, is now a retreat worthy of the paradise that envelops it.
Lake Texoma New Build
Lake Texoma New Build
Studio SteidleyStudio Steidley
Michael Hunter Photography
Medium sized coastal l-shaped open plan kitchen with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Coastal Classics Interior Design Photo Gallery
Coastal Classics Interior Design Photo Gallery
Andrea Lauren Elegant InteriorsAndrea Lauren Elegant Interiors
Crisp White Inviting Kitchen
Photo of a large beach style open plan kitchen in Tampa with a belfast sink, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Flathead Lake Retreat
Flathead Lake Retreat
nuWest Builders Inc.nuWest Builders Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized coastal single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood flooring, an island and grey floors.
New River Coastal Charm
New River Coastal Charm
The KitchenworksThe Kitchenworks
Our most recently completed transitional kitchen draws its charm from its location on the new river. Perfectly suited for coastal living. Matthew Horton
Treasure Island Residence
Treasure Island Residence
ZaZoodZaZood
Brandi Image Photography
Photo of a large nautical u-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, red splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate flooring, a breakfast bar and black floors.

Coastal Open Plan Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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

What kind of beach style 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 coastal 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 nautical 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 coastal 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 beach style 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 coastal kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your nautical 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 beach style 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 nautical 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 beach style 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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