45,810 Expansive Home Design Ideas, Pictures and Inspiration

A clean, functional space that offers an elegant and relaxing dining setting for evening dinners and entertaining. Open room ends and a full-height opening to the garden invite in natural light and greenery, creating a calm, restorative atmosphere—perfect for unwinding at the end of the day.

The master bedroom features a bespoke curved headboard wall with bronze inlays and built-in bookcases.
Inspiration for an expansive classic master bedroom in Surrey with feature lighting.
Inspiration for an expansive classic master bedroom in Surrey with feature lighting.

This kitchen, part of the New England & Cape Cod–inspired home by Studio212 Ltd, is designed around both functionality and lifestyle. Expansive glazing includes a 4m sliding bar window opening directly onto the patio lounge beneath the louvred pergola, making entertaining effortless.
The interior features bespoke cabinetry in soft grey, a large kitchen island with waterfall worktop and breakfast bar seating, and a full-height wall of concealed storage. A run of pendant lights above the island provides task illumination with sculptural elegance.
The adjacent dining area sits beside the garden, with a stone-topped table and upholstered chairs that echo the island stools. Fresh flowers and natural light reinforce the connection to the outdoors, blending everyday practicality with a refined entertaining space.

Sussex waterfront contemporary. This amazing contemporary family home is located on the waterfront in an area of outstanding natural beauty overlooking the harbour. The design has developed as a response to the location and to take advantage of views over the sea, countryside, and adjoining meadows. Every element of the architecture and interiors has been considered to maximise both form and function – beautiful contemporary design and practicality tailored to the client’s aesthetic sensibilities and lifestyle. The home features the use of Danish brick, cedar timber and a zinc roof all in a natural palette of materials on the exterior and neutral design scheme on the interiors using sustainable and natural materials.
The gardens have been designed to maximise the connection between indoor and outdoor spaces and include wildflower meadows, and soft and hard landscaping. A fabric first approach to sustainability has been used and the design allows for natural light to penetrate the building while considering shading and thermal gain. The interiors have been developed around functionality while employing a clean modern design and the use of warm natural materials. A true dream home with dream clients!

This is an example of an expansive contemporary galley kitchen/diner in London with marble worktops, marble splashback, an island, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, light hardwood flooring, beige floors and white worktops.

This dark & light Grey kitchen comprises Dekton work surfaces, German cabinetry with Pocket Doors leading into a walk-in larder storage with state-of-the-art Gaggenau appliances for Cooling and Cooking. A large Bar area is hidden away by 4 Pocket doors in Bronze finish that fold back with state-of-the-art Gaggenau wine coolers.

We are delighted to welcome you into one of the most extraordinary properties we have ever had the pleasure of working in, The Old Mill in Blunham, Bedfordshire. Steeped in history and dating back to 1812, this remarkable former mill has been beautifully transformed into a serene and luxurious home, where heritage and modern craftsmanship sit side by side.
The original mill machinery now rests alongside our bespoke handcrafted In-Frame Shaker cabinetry and modern appliances, creating a truly unique dialogue between past and present. Adding to its story, the home even features a fireplace originally designed for the Titanic, a rare and captivating detail that elevates the sense of history throughout the space.
Surrounded by breathtaking views, this tranquil retreat feels worlds away from everyday life, a mini oasis of calm and beauty that we are proud to introduce as part of our portfolio.
For the cabinetry, our client chose our Classic In-Frame Shaker, a style perfectly honouring the rich heritage of the historic mill. The design features beautiful ornate beading on the front panels, adding depth and texture to the style. A particularly special feature is found at the corners, where each post has been delicately handcrafted with ornate moulded detailing, a unique addition to our In-Frame design that we truly loved creating.
Positioned on the second floor, the kitchen layout is designed into a four-section arrangement, carefully planned to respect the character and constraints of the historic property. At the heart of the space sits a striking central island, which becomes a focal point alongside the beautifully preserved original mill machinery. It’s not only designed for function but for connection, featuring a curved banquette seating area with discreet push-to-open drawers beneath. Having such an inviting seating arrangement allows the owner and guest to pause, gather, and admire the surroundings. The island is where a secondary sink is located, complete with a Shaws’ rounded undermount sink and a Perrin & Rowe tap, while the main sink and Quooker look out onto the stunning views.
The colour palette for this kitchen was carefully chosen to recreate the architecture of the Old Mill and handcrafted detailing found throughout the space. The main cabinetry is hand-painted in Farrow & Ball Light Blue, a soft, silvery-toned shade and one of the original blues in the collection. Taking centre stage is the island hand-painted in Farrow & Ball Pigeon, a cosy, nostalgic blue-grey that has become a firm favourite for kitchen islands. Completing the scheme is the bespoke mantle hand-painted in Farrow & Ball Wimborne White, an off-white just a shade away from pure white.
Taking pride of place in the appliance selection is the Rangemaster cooker, positioned within its own perfectly symmetrical section of cabinetry. It’s been framed by a bespoke handcrafted mantle, with integrated cupboards for spices and flanking the cooker is glass-door wall cabinetry. Elsewhere, modern conveniences are seamlessly integrated, including Sub-Zero fridge and freezer drawers, ensuring high-performance cooling without interrupting the design language. Other appliances include a Miele integrated dishwasher and the Westin Prime built-in extraction.
A true eye-catching feature within the space is the Artemistone Calacatta Oro Jazz quartz, expertly fabricated with an elegant ogee edge detail to complement the high-end finish. The beautifully defined veining flows effortlessly through the surface, creating the sense of movement and artistry we love.
Projects like this allow us to push our creative boundaries, crafting bespoke, one-of-a-kind furniture that feels both humbling and entirely at home within such a historic setting.

AMC Design was commissioned to bring a unique blend of style and personality to this contemporary home, which offers stunning panoramic sea views in the picturesque setting of Guernsey. The design features a collection of modern classics that beautifully complement the home’s clean lines, while luxurious finishes add an extra layer of elegance and charm.

This is an example of an expansive contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Surrey with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble worktops, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, a breakfast bar, grey floors and white worktops.

The sitting room in this family home in West Dulwich was opened up to the kitchen and the dining area of the lateral extension to create one large family room. A pair of matching velvet sofas & mohair velvet armchairs created a nice seating area around the newly installed fireplace and a large rug helped to zone the space

Luxury High end kitchen designed and installed by the Diane Berry Kitchens team based in Prestwich Manchester. Using exclusive materials from Eggersmann a truly bespoke manufacturer of one off unique kitchen furniture. Subtle detailing and attention to detail make this installation one to study as its style and simplicity are timeless.

A refined expression of modern design, this kitchen combines textured veneered cabinetry with a smooth slab door. Bespoke floor to ceiling doors open inwards to reveal a hidden pantry and utility!

This eclectic living room is a bold celebration of character, creativity, and contrast. Bursting with personality, the space is layered with an array of unusual objects and sculptural furniture pieces, each with its own story and form. Colourful artwork energises the walls, while decorative items—collected, curated, and unexpected—fill every corner with charm and intrigue.
At the heart of the room, two large green sofas face one another, anchoring the space with comfort and presence. Between them sits a custom-made marble coffee table—an elegant centrepiece with natural veining that adds depth and texture.
A standout feature is the bespoke fireplace, designed in-house. With stepped marble detailing and a refined brass border, it blends contemporary craftsmanship with timeless materiality. The original Victorian detailing of the home remains intact, lovingly preserved and repainted to revive its classical beauty.
The overall atmosphere is playful, fresh, and full of life—a confident mix of old and new, where historical charm meets bold artistic expression.

Photo of an expansive contemporary kids' bedroom in Essex with pink walls, ceramic flooring and grey floors.

Nestled in the picturesque suburban area of Nazeing, Essex this stunning grand country house underwent an extensive renovation to become their forever home. Relocating to a grand country property like this offers huge potential to make it your dream home, and the goal was to blend timeless country charm with modern luxury, resulting in a kitchen at the centre that is as functional as it is breathtaking.
Revitalising their living space, the area opened up to a kitchen, informal dining and living area, where the layout was carefully planned to enhance the flow of the zones, making it a hub for cooking, socialising and living. The whole space is not only beautiful inside but also maximises its connection to the outdoors. Large glass doors connect the open-plan space with the grounds bringing in a great deal of natural light and scenic views. Every corner is bright and airy, creating a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
The location of this Nazeing home, surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills, adds to the charm of this traditional yet modern kitchen design. Key design elements focus on natural oak, exposed wooden beams, and two spacious kitchen islands for maximum practicality and a touch of grandeur.
In true Shaker style, the kitchen is both beautiful and usable, and we also designed handmade cabinetry for additional rooms such as a walk-in pantry, a utility and a media wall unit.
Our client fell in love with the Classic In-Frame Shaker design, and this is the style that was chosen. The client also loved the look of natural oak to bring warmth to the room, tying in with the beams and country setting, so decided to have the whole middle section designed in nautral oak (2 islands and a dresser).
What makes this hub of the home spectacular is the dual kitchen islands. Both built and designed in our beautiful natural oak, these two stunning islands serve multiple purposes for the space and our client.
Working Island – Let’s start with the smaller one of the two. Square in shape, this is dedicated to food preparation and comes equipped with a Franke built-in sink and Quooker Classic Fusion Square in Patinated Brass. Ample counter space and storage solutions, including an integrated recycling bin, can be seen.
Socialising Island – This is larger, more of a rectangle, and has a beautiful curved end acting as an additional informal dining area to the straight line. The space for six bar seats encourages family and guests to gather and socialise. It also features an S-Box (pop-up socket), bespoke cutlery & utensil drawers, deep pan drawers and curved end cabinetry.
Further elevating the stunning design is the choice of range cooker and the exposed brick wall surrounding that sits at the centre. A cream classic AGA offers both traditional aesthetics and modern functionality that becomes the kitchen’s workhorse and the perfect choice for our client’s busy life.
A little fun fact – this AGA is 30 years old! It has been repurposed from all gas to all-electric! It still looks brand new, keeping up with the modern family life!
A quintessential country feature that is framed with bespoke cabinetry and an exposed brick wall, making it the focal point of the cooking area. Not only an appliance for cooking large family meals but a range cooker that heats the space during the colder winter months and adds to the homely, inviting feel of the space.
Close, and just on the other side of the prep island and in direct view of the AGA, is a freestanding cabinetry unit that houses integrated cold storage appliances (fridge and freezer) from Samsung and a built-in Liebherr Wine Storage Cabinet.
The breathtaking scenery is a natural backdrop, blending the indoors with the outdoors.
Positioned in front of large windows and framed by exposed wooden beams, the sink area offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The many windows flood the kitchen with natural light, making everyday tasks like washing up a pleasure.
How this sink area was created:
The Shaws Double Bowl sink brings the kitchen a classic yet timeless charm. A spacious, deep basin that’s practical for daily tasks and perfect for a family kitchen.
The Perrin & Rowe Ionian Mixer Tap with Rinse in Aged Brass combines traditional craftsmanship with modern convenience. Choosing aged brass not only adds a luxurious vintage touch but also complements the natural tones of a country kitchen.
A Perrin & Rowe Freestanding Soap Dispenser in Aged Brass Traditional completes the look. A small yet impactful accessory that blends seamlessly with the mixer tap. Its freestanding design allows for flexibility in placement – the sink area is kept neat and uncluttered, maintaining the clean lines of the design.
This sink run includes two Miele fully integrated dishwashers and plenty of other storage solutions to keep the kitchen organised. The handmade cabinets are hand-painted in Rolling Fog by Little Greene.
Further elevating the design with alternative storage and tying in with the country setting is the natural oak dresser. It’s the epitome of refined craftsmanship and classic style, that’s designed to elevate the aesthetics of the home and our client’s style. The dresser combines warm tones with the light, airy feel provided by the glazed doors and the Carrara Misterio worktop.
With a bold structure, the upper section features glass-fronted cabinets, allowing our client to display their most treasured items while keeping them protected. It further enhances an open, airy look. Below, the dresser provides concealed storage with a sturdy oak door and drawers. The closed storage solution is perfect for keeping less decorative items, such as linens or tableware, neatly out of sight but easily accessible. In the middle is open-shelving.
Something else that captures the eye and adds to the style and functionality of the kitchen is the beautifully crafted breakfast pantry, hand-painted in Rolling Fog by Little Greene. The pantry sits at one end of the kitchen providing a dedicated space for all your morning essentials, streamlining the daily routine all while adding a touch of refined elegance. It’s neatly organised, within reach, and designed beautifully behind bi-fold doors.
The soft, muted tones of Rolling Fog, pair beautifully with the natural beauty of the woodwork. A Samsung Built-In Grill Microwave is housed in the middle and a quartz cold shelf is the ideal place for small kitchen appliances and keeping breakfast items such as butter, cheese, or fresh pastries cool during preparation.
Other features of the kitchen include the handles – Perrin & Rowe Shell in Aged Brass, Perrin & Rowe Large Contoured Knobs in Aged Brass, and Armac Martin Bar Handles for fridge, freezer and wine cabinet. And the Carrara Misterio quartz worktops.
Prime location, a light and airy walk-in pantry situated adjacent to the kitchen, enhancing the flow of the cooking and dining routines, is what we have created here. A thoughtful L-shaped layout brings a space that helps our clients quickly select ingredients, appliances, and other essentials and the spectacular views make it a space that feels both luxurious and serene.
Our client opted for stylish storage jars to keep ingredients fresh and organised and wicker baskets to add to the rustic charm. These natural materials contrast beautifully with the sleek Carrara Misterio quartz worktops and open shelving, adding depth and character to the pantry design.
A perfect blend of entertainment and cooking is just another key element of this space – a modern touch to the otherwise classic kitchen. In the living part of the open-plan space, we designed and built a media wall unit beneath those solid and beautiful wooden beams.
Positioned in a way where you can see from the entertaining island, this beautiful feature still allows for all the family to enjoy TV shows altogether, whether cooking, eating or socialising.
The media wall is framed with custom cabinetry that blends seamlessly with the rest of the space, keeping it stylish and attractive. The open shelving allows our client to display decorative items that fit in with the overall decor and below cabinetry to conceal other items you may not want to be displayed. We hand-painted the unit in Rolling Fog by Little Greene, a neutral hue that is warm and grounding.

Country Kitchen with white quartz counter top and smoke black joinery.
Design ideas for an expansive classic grey and black kitchen with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz worktops, stone slab splashback, slate flooring, an island, beige floors and turquoise worktops.
Design ideas for an expansive classic grey and black kitchen with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz worktops, stone slab splashback, slate flooring, an island, beige floors and turquoise worktops.

Providing our clients with the perfect opportunity to create a clean, fresh, and modern family kitchen is our Handleless Flat Slab Shaker using a two-tone combination. Built within an extension in Haringey, London, it’s the prime example of how a thoughtful design can elevate a home, leaving a lasting impression on how investing in improving your current property can be far more rewarding than moving.
We based the design on our client’s love for all things calm, resulting in a light-filled kitchen that embraces the timeless beauty of Scandinavian design. It’s a personal touch on their inspirational mood board, brought to real life.
Our cabinetry is sleek and timeless, with a perfectly balanced palette of Oak Veneer Stained in Mist 5% and Farrow & Ball Wevet. These tones allow the raw materials to shine, creating a calm and grounded palette with the hand-painted finish of a delicate white and a hint of grey. The 20mm Marble Stratus Quartz worktops and splashback add a refined marble effect, keeping the overall look fresh, minimal, and effortlessly modern.
We designed an L-shaped layout that flows around a central large kitchen island, designed to work seamlessly around the suspension pillar of the extension. The island balances practicality and style, featuring open shelving at the front and seating for three. It’s also the place where you find the finishing touch of the Caple Novato spray tap and Caple Leesti undermount granite sink. It’s a place for relaxed family breakfasts, quick meals, and everyday gatherings.
The kitchen is fitted with a suite of Siemens StudioLine appliances, including a venting hob, single oven, compact oven, and integrated dishwasher. Practical additions, like the tall hidden stacked Bosch appliances and a single-door pantry with spice rack and internal drawers, keep everything in place. The pantry also doubles up as a coffee station for those everyday rituals. To maximise storage, the kitchen also includes a pull-out full-height pantry cupboard, ensuring everything has its place without disturbing the clean, uncluttered flow of the design.
Extra features such as the integrated lighting highlight the beauty of the natural materials, and the open shelving above the hob provides a space for greenery and styling to change with the seasons.
The result is a Scandinavian-inspired kitchen where raw materials, natural textures, and clean lines work in harmony, creating a modern and memorable space for everyday living and family moments.

This is an example of an expansive contemporary bathroom in London with grey tiles, marble tiles, grey walls, marble flooring, marble worktops, grey floors, a single sink, a freestanding vanity unit, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an integrated sink, white worktops and a vaulted ceiling.

This beautiful principle suite is like a beautiful retreat from the world. Created to exaggerate a sense of calm and beauty. The tiles look like wood to give a sense of warmth, with the added detail of brass finishes. the bespoke vanity unity made from marble is the height of glamour. The large scale mirrored cabinets, open the space and reflect the light from the original victorian windows, with a view onto the pink blossom outside.

Bespoke cabinetry in a children's room with space for toys, clothes and more
This is an example of an expansive traditional children’s room for boys in Kent with beige walls, carpet, white floors and panelled walls.
This is an example of an expansive traditional children’s room for boys in Kent with beige walls, carpet, white floors and panelled walls.
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