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Graceful Gray Kitchen Remodel - Glen Ellyn, IL
Graceful Gray Kitchen Remodel - Glen Ellyn, IL
TKS Design GroupTKS Design Group
  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The homeowners of this mid-century Colonial and family of four were frustrated with the layout of their existing kitchen which was a small, narrow peninsula layout but that was adjoining a large space that they could not figure out how to use. Stealing part of the unused space seemed like an easy solution, except that there was an existing transition in floor height which made that a bit tricky. The solution of bringing the floor height up to meet the height of the existing kitchen allowed us to do just that. This solution also offered some challenges. The exterior door had to be raised which resulted in some exterior rework, and the floor transition had to happen somewhere to get out to the garage, so we ended up “pushing” it towards what is now a new mudroom and powder room area. This solution allows for a small but functional and hidden mudroom area and more private powder room situation. Another challenge of the design was the very narrow space. To minimize issues with this, we moved the location of the refrigerator into the newly found space which gave us an L-shaped layout allowing for an island and even some shallow pantry storage. The windows over the kitchen sink were expanded in size and relocated to allow more light into the room. A breakfast table fits perfectly in the area adjacent to the existing French doors and there was even room for a small bar area that helps transition from inside to outside for entertaining. The confusing unused space now makes sense and provides functionality on a daily basis. To help bring some calm to this busy family, a pallet of soft neutrals was chosen -- gray glass tile with a simple metal accent strip, clear modern pendant lights and a neutral color scheme for cabinetry and countertops. For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com
100 Square Foot Kitchen Remodel
100 Square Foot Kitchen Remodel
David Heide Design StudioDavid Heide Design Studio
Architecture & Interior Design: David Heide Design Studio -- Photos: Greg Page Photography
Small traditional u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Minneapolis with a belfast sink, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, recessed-panel cabinets, metro tiled splashback, light hardwood flooring, no island and soapstone worktops.
Arts District Remodel
Arts District Remodel
Laura Manchee DesignsLaura Manchee Designs
Kitchen with Custom Painted Cabinets in Decorative Finish. Cast iron sink with stainless appliances and decorative glass pendant above sink. | Photo Credit: Miro Dvorscak
Fern Hill Kitchen
Fern Hill Kitchen
Fluidesign StudioFluidesign Studio
Building Design, Plans, and Interior Finishes by: Fluidesign Studio I Builder: Anchor Builders I Photographer: sethbennphoto.com
Inspiration for a traditional l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Minneapolis with metro tiled splashback.
Marquises - cuisine contemporaine
Marquises - cuisine contemporaine
Nuance[s]Nuance[s]
Coralie Castillo Photographie
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Lyon with a submerged sink, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, stone slab splashback, ceramic flooring, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, no island, white splashback and brown floors.
Traditional Kitchen
Traditional Kitchen
This is an example of a traditional enclosed kitchen in Los Angeles with glass-front cabinets, wood worktops and white cabinets.
Teri Turan
Teri Turan
Turan Designs, Inc.Turan Designs, Inc.
Sacha Griffin
Design ideas for a traditional grey and cream galley enclosed kitchen in Atlanta with beaded cabinets, stainless steel appliances, beige cabinets, white splashback and metro tiled splashback.
1st Street Project
1st Street Project
Bungalow 56Bungalow 56
Samantha Goh
Inspiration for a medium sized nautical u-shaped enclosed kitchen in San Diego with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, an island, brown floors, coloured appliances and dark hardwood flooring.
1960s Ranch, Remodel
1960s Ranch, Remodel
Mason Elliott DesignsMason Elliott Designs
Deborah Scannell Photography, Palladium Builders, Jim Selmonsberger
Inspiration for a medium sized classic galley enclosed kitchen in Charlotte with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, no island and brown floors.
Restoration of Semi-detached villa in South London
Restoration of Semi-detached villa in South London
Russell Taylor ArchitectsRussell Taylor Architects
Peter Landers
Photo of a medium sized traditional l-shaped enclosed kitchen in London with grey cabinets, grey splashback, ceramic splashback and an island.
Portfolio
Portfolio
De Reis ConstructionDe Reis Construction
Kitchen Remodel
This is an example of an u-shaped enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown splashback and stainless steel appliances.
west seattle rehab project
west seattle rehab project
Heaton DainardHeaton Dainard
We rehabbed and gutted a house in West Seattle. This is a historic home.
Design ideas for a classic enclosed kitchen in Seattle with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Falconer St Residence
Falconer St Residence
Samara Greenwood ArchitectureSamara Greenwood Architecture
This is an example of a classic galley enclosed kitchen in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, white appliances, wood worktops, a built-in sink, white cabinets and grey splashback.
Loft
Loft
Tyler Karu Design + InteriorsTyler Karu Design + Interiors
Photo of an industrial enclosed kitchen in Portland Maine with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback and metro tiled splashback.
CASADECOR
CASADECOR
deulonder arquitectura domésticadeulonder arquitectura doméstica
Design ideas for a large urban galley enclosed kitchen in Barcelona with white splashback, an island, open cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood flooring.
Modern Silo
Modern Silo
Monticello Custom Homes and RemodelingMonticello Custom Homes and Remodeling
Randy Colwell
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances and brown floors.
Baltimore Ritz Penthouse
Baltimore Ritz Penthouse
Jamie Schachtel Design GroupJamie Schachtel Design Group
Classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in San Diego with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Ashburn Kitchen
Ashburn Kitchen
Mosaic TileMosaic Tile
Grace Thomas Designs
Design ideas for a large classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in DC Metro with a belfast sink, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and recessed-panel cabinets.
RENOVATION COMPLETE D'UNE DEMEURE DE CARACTERE DU XIXEME SIECLE
RENOVATION COMPLETE D'UNE DEMEURE DE CARACTERE DU XIXEME SIECLE
Atelier SOFI(A) - Sophie Lallias Architecte DPLGAtelier SOFI(A) - Sophie Lallias Architecte DPLG
Benoit Alazard Photographe
Medium sized contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Other with black cabinets, black splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Houzzbesuch bei KRAUT | KOPF
Houzzbesuch bei KRAUT | KOPF
Claudia Vallentin FotografieClaudia Vallentin Fotografie
Design ideas for a small eclectic galley enclosed kitchen in Berlin with a built-in sink, beaded cabinets, light hardwood flooring, no island, medium wood cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback and white appliances.

Enclosed 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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