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French Country Style
French Country Style
Giffin & Crane General Contractors, Inc.Giffin & Crane General Contractors, Inc.
Kitchen.
Design ideas for an expansive open plan kitchen in Santa Barbara with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood worktops and terracotta flooring.
Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired
Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired
Turner Design FirmTurner Design Firm
Expansive contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Baltimore with stainless steel worktops, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, a triple-bowl sink, metallic splashback, multiple islands, grey floors and black worktops.
Bloomington New Home Construction
Bloomington New Home Construction
CRE ConstructionCRE Construction
Natural light floods this expansive kitchen. Professional grade appliances and upgrades throughout. Jon Huelskamp, Landmark Photography
Design ideas for an expansive classic galley kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, metro tiled splashback and an island.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Wolfe Rizor InteriorsWolfe Rizor Interiors
Design ideas for an expansive traditional kitchen/diner in Orlando with stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, brown splashback, an island and marble splashback.
The Burnaby
The Burnaby
Noel Dempsey DesignNoel Dempsey Design
A beautiful hand painted kitchen from the Plain English Collection by Noel Dempsey Design. The colours are Farrow and Ball 'Pointing' and 'Old White' on the Island.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Gordon Gibson ConstructionGordon Gibson Construction
This is an example of an expansive contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble worktops, blue splashback, glass tiled splashback, porcelain flooring and multiple islands.
Laurel Way Beverly Hills modern home all white kitchen
Laurel Way Beverly Hills modern home all white kitchen
Whipple Russell ArchitectsWhipple Russell Architects
Laurel Way Beverly Hills modern home all white kitchen. Photo by Art Gray Photography.
Photo of an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, white floors and white worktops.
'A' Avenue Residence
'A' Avenue Residence
Kevin Rugee Architect, Inc.Kevin Rugee Architect, Inc.
This is an example of an expansive traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Diego with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood flooring.
DUTCH kitchens: TRADITIONAL style
DUTCH kitchens: TRADITIONAL style
Leicht Westchester-GreenwichLeicht Westchester-Greenwich
Design ideas for an expansive rustic u-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink and an island.
Wohnhaus_S
Wohnhaus_S
Fachwerk4 | Architekten BDAFachwerk4 | Architekten BDA
Expansive modern open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Haus an der Donau
Haus an der Donau
Eber Designtüren Manufaktur e.K.Eber Designtüren Manufaktur e.K.
Thomas Eber, www.designtueren.de
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Munich with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island and stainless steel appliances.
Open-plan kitchen with breakfast bar
Open-plan kitchen with breakfast bar
Woodstock FurnitureWoodstock Furniture
Our clients an enormous space where they wanted to incorporate a living and dining space, as well as a play area for the grandchildren with lovely views of the garden. They were very keen on having a double island; one where they could cook and prepare and another that was more for socialising. They also wanted us to incorporate the original, oak floor into the design. The homeowner was a former kitchen designer, so had a very strong vision of what she did and didn’t like. The kitchen has a very industrial, open-plan bistro feel. It has a classic front-way construction, but styled in a contemporary way. In terms of storage, there's a big walk-in larder, along with a pull-out larder for necessities. There are also big drawers under the oven, with big wide drawers adjacent to the dishwasher for cutlery and crockery. We didn't really have any obstacles to overcome as we had a really tight brief. We had to work with some height restrictions as the client wanted everything in easy reach, but really everything was ironed out in the design process. Installation took two and a half weeks. Design process was 2-3 months. This beautiful home is located in Esher, south west London and it's a big detached property with vast grounds. Photo credit: Nicholas Yarsley
Limehouse Kitchen, Neptune
Limehouse Kitchen, Neptune
Neptune by Donndorf Weimar (D) I by 3F Zürich (CH)Neptune by Donndorf Weimar (D) I by 3F Zürich (CH)
©Neptune
This is an example of an expansive contemporary kitchen/diner in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island and an integrated sink.
Traditional
Traditional
Denca DistributorsDenca Distributors
Traditional kitchen with two islands and ample cooking space makes this kitchen a chefs dream! All with top of the line subzero fridges, Wolf gas range and custom wood hood with Ventahood insert. The red painted islands and dark grey cabinetry perimeter create a cozy place to enjoy time with family and friends.
Historic Chicago Kitchen Remodel
Historic Chicago Kitchen Remodel
Elizabeth Taich DesignElizabeth Taich Design
Elizabeth Taich Design is a Chicago-based full-service interior architecture and design firm that specializes in sophisticated yet livable environments.
Toberton House
Toberton House
WoodaleWoodale
Inspiration for an expansive classic open plan kitchen in Dublin with beaded cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Surrey
Surrey
Lewis Alderson & Co.Lewis Alderson & Co.
Bespoke hand-made cabinetry. Paint colours by Lewis Alderson
This is an example of an expansive traditional kitchen in Hampshire.
Contemporary Kitchen Extension
Contemporary Kitchen Extension
Davonport Kitchen & HomeDavonport Kitchen & Home
Our clients came to Davonport looking for a kitchen for their newly built extension. The room itself was very large, therefore a variety of colours and textures were used on the cabinetry. A bespoke stain was used on the oak cabinet doors in order to achieve the exact colour our client was looking for. A matt lacquer by Little Greene was used on the island and sink area to complement the unique stain on the rest of the furniture.
Modern Rustic Sugar Bowl House
Modern Rustic Sugar Bowl House
Staprans DesignStaprans Design
This is an example of an expansive rustic l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood flooring.
Ponsonby kitchen
Ponsonby kitchen
Suzanne Allen DesignSuzanne Allen Design
Contemporary kitchen with a mix of surfaces including white lacquer units, stainless and marble benches.
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Auckland with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an island, a single-bowl sink, marble worktops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood flooring.

Expansive Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful Expansive kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of Expansive 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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