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Vada Drive
Vada Drive
The Burke CompanyThe Burke Company
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Dallas with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, stainless steel appliances, engineered stone countertops, window splashback, slate flooring and black floors.
Stair Solution
Stair Solution
Richard Landon DesignRichard Landon Design
Designing a new staircase to connect all three levels freed up space for this kitchen. Before, my client had to squeeze through a narrow opening in the corner of the kitchen to access an equally narrow stair to the basement. In the process of evaluating the space we discovered there was no foundation under the kitchen walls! Noticing that the entry to their home was little used--everyone came right in to the kitchen--gave me the idea that we could connect the kitchen to the entry and convert it into a pantry! Hence, the white painted brick--that wall was formerly an exterior wall. William Feemster
Abe Residence
Abe Residence
Lapis Design PartnersLapis Design Partners
Circular kitchen with teardrop shape island positioned under the round skylight. A glass tile backsplash wraps up the wall behind the cooktop. Hal Lum
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Large contemporary galley enclosed kitchen in Paris with a submerged sink, black cabinets, black splashback, marble splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors, flat-panel cabinets and black worktops.
Lu-In+Dave: Squirrel Hill, PA
Lu-In+Dave: Squirrel Hill, PA
Adrienne DeRosaAdrienne DeRosa
Creating access to a new outdoor balcony, architect Mary Cerrone replaced the window with a full-pane glass door. The challenge of a narrow thoroughfare was overcome by implementing a sliding screen, which when opened slides into a pocket behind the refrigerator. By placing a focal point of bright color in the doorway, the room gains a feeling of greater depth, while the dying process of the wood mirrors that of the cabinetry. Door Hardware: Flat Track Series, barndoorhardware.com Photo: Adrienne DeRosa Photography © 2013 Houzz Design: Mary Cerrone
Chancellor's Residence, NC State University
Chancellor's Residence, NC State University
dustin.peck.photography.incdustin.peck.photography.inc
Photo by dustin peck photography inc; Interior Designer: Design Lines, Ltd (hpickett@designlinesltd.com), Architectural Design by Dean Marvin Malecha, FAIA, NC State University College of Design
Nordic Blue Kitchen Refresh
Nordic Blue Kitchen Refresh
Curate & DisplayCurate & Display
Nordic blue kitchen refresh using existing kitchen units and fittings. © Tiffany Grant-Riley
Medium sized scandinavian l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Kent with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, laminate countertops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island, white floors and beige worktops.
Ang Mo Kio
Ang Mo Kio
Jericho Law PhotographyJericho Law Photography
Jericho Law
This is an example of a scandi galley enclosed kitchen in Singapore with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, no island, grey floors and white worktops.
Menta Brillante Lucido
Menta Brillante Lucido
Marazzi DesignMarazzi Design
Photo of a large contemporary galley enclosed kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, composite countertops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island and blue cabinets.
Bonsall West
Bonsall West
Hayne Interior DesignHayne Interior Design
Simon Berlyn of Berlyn Photography
This is an example of a midcentury u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback and stainless steel appliances.
San Remo Remodel
San Remo Remodel
Rochon Design StudioRochon Design Studio
Design ideas for a traditional galley enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Villa B Kitchen
Villa B Kitchen
AmplioAmplio
Patricia Castillanos
Inspiration for an industrial l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Stockholm with flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, concrete worktops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
SAIANS - RESIDENCIA AL BORDE DEL MAR
SAIANS - RESIDENCIA AL BORDE DEL MAR
FreeHand ArquitecturaFreeHand Arquitectura
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, porcelain flooring, an island, beige floors, black worktops and a wood ceiling.
Lancaster Gate, Bayswater, London, W2
Lancaster Gate, Bayswater, London, W2
Domus NovaDomus Nova
The kitchen has been redefined as a collection of bespoke cabinets framed by smoky grey marble, separated from the central living area by elegant Crittal windows.
Raanana House No2 (Architect: Ron Aviv Architects)
Raanana House No2 (Architect: Ron Aviv Architects)
Moshi Gitelis - PhotographerMoshi Gitelis - Photographer
Moshi Gitelis - Photographer
Design ideas for a modern u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Tel Aviv with flat-panel cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
Lowland Farm Kitchen
Lowland Farm Kitchen
Kristina Crestin DesignKristina Crestin Design
Jared Kuzia Photography
Medium sized classic l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Boston with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate flooring, an island, grey floors and white worktops.
A Ranch Re-dressing Hanover NH
A Ranch Re-dressing Hanover NH
Smith & Vansant Architects PCSmith & Vansant Architects PC
Rob Karosis Photography www.robkarosis.com
Design ideas for a contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Burlington with mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets and green splashback.
Oceanside Glasstile Kitchen Tessera 1x1 Mosaic
Oceanside Glasstile Kitchen Tessera 1x1 Mosaic
Oceanside Glass & TileOceanside Glass & Tile
True Artisan Heritage Oceanside Glasstile was founded in 1992 with a boundless spirit of innovation, a passion for hot glass and a new vision for the tile industry — creating luxury glass tile using recycled bottle glass. As pioneers of handcrafted glass tile we continue to pursue timeless design that preserves, honors and furthers our true artisan heritage.
A Beautiful Kitchen Extension with Floods of Natural Light
A Beautiful Kitchen Extension with Floods of Natural Light
burlanes interiorsburlanes interiors
With such a wonderfully high ceiling fitted with VELUX windows, and perfectly positioned sliding doors at the rear of the extension, this kitchen is flooded with natural light, enhanced by the well chosen colour palette of the room. Prior to the start of the works on site, this empty room gave our design team the 'wow factor', and this is definitely one of our favourite kitchens we have had the opportunity to design and create.
2010 A-List Award Winner
2010 A-List Award Winner
Blansfield Builders, Inc.Blansfield Builders, Inc.
This is an example of a large rustic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in New York with stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets, an integrated sink, medium wood cabinets, concrete worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, travertine flooring and an island.

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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