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Larger Than Life
Larger Than Life
SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.
The gourmet kitchen pulls out all stops – luxury functions of pull-out tray storage, magic corners, hidden touch-latches, and high-end appliances; steam-oven, wall-oven, warming drawer, espresso/coffee, wine fridge, ice-machine, trash-compactor, and convertible-freezers – to create a home chef’s dream. Cook and prep space is extended thru windows from the kitchen to an outdoor work space and built in barbecue. photography: Paul Grdina
Kundenfotos
Kundenfotos
PHILIPPS Küchen & Bad DesignPHILIPPS Küchen & Bad Design
Kücheninsel mit Betonfronten, Wangen, Arbeitsplatte und Griffhohle in massivem Beton, Gaggenau CX 480 Vollflächeninduktionskochfeld mit Downdraft
Inspiration for an expansive modern kitchen/diner in Other with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete worktops, an island, a submerged sink and dark hardwood flooring.
Showplace Kitchens - Minnesota Ave, Sioux Falls
Showplace Kitchens - Minnesota Ave, Sioux Falls
Creative Surfaces Countertops & TileCreative Surfaces Countertops & Tile
Showplace Kitchens & Bath, whether you are remodeling or putting on an addition they can take your project from dreams to a beautiful completion. New cabinets, new floor, new paint and yes, those beautiful new Cambria quartz countertops you've been wanting so badly. This showroom features several Cambria designs including Berwyn, Ellesmere, Nottingham, Torquay, and Cardiff Cream
New Construction White Kosher Kitchen ~ Pepper Pike, OH
New Construction White Kosher Kitchen ~ Pepper Pike, OH
Cabinet-S-TopCabinet-S-Top
This stunning black and white kitchen with its punch of yellow was designed for a couple who love to cook and maintain a kosher kitchen. The attention to detail is incredible and evident - the storage use, amenities, the perimeter crown molding treatment, the convection double French door ovens, induction cooktop and cordless control blinds. The cabinets installed on the perimeter are Custom Wood Products Maple Vinyl, Bright White, Dull Rubbed and for the Islands custom painted to match Golden Orchards #329 Benjamin Moore accented with Chareau Collection ! Chalet knobs and pulls. Cambria Whitecliff Quartz was installed on the countertops with two Franke Fireclay Undermount sinks. Delta Brizo Venuto in Black faucets were installed. Jenn Aire 42" French door panel refrigerator, G.E. 36" Induction Cooktop and Downdraft, American Range 30" Yellow Double Ovens, Bosch dishwashers and Wolf 30" Warming drawer.
Mid-Century Modern Main Floor Renovation - Marietta
Mid-Century Modern Main Floor Renovation - Marietta
Innovative Design BuildInnovative Design Build
Five stars isn’t enough! Our project was to reconfigure and update the main floor of a house we recently purchased that was built in 1961. We wanted to maintain some of the unique feeling it originally had but bring it up-to-date and eliminate the closed-in rooms and downright weird layout that was the result of multiple, partial remodeling projects. We began with a long wishlist of changes which also required replacement of very antiquated plumbing, electrical wiring and HVAC. We even found a fireplace that had been walled in and needed major re-construction. Many other aspects and details on this incredible list we made included an all new kitchen layout, converting a bedroom into a master closet, adding new half-bath, completely rebuilding the master bath, and adding stone, tile and custom built cabinetry. Our design plans included many fixtures and details that we specified and required professional installation and careful handling. Innovative helped us make reasonable decisions. Their skilled staff took us through a design process that made sense. There were many questions and all were answered with sincere conversation and positive – innovation – on how we could achieve our goals. Innovative provided us with professional consultants, who listened and were courteous and creative, with solid knowledge and informative judgement. When they didn’t have an answer, they did the research. They developed a comprehensive project plan that exceeded our expectations. Every item on our long list was checked-off. All agreed on work was fulfilled and they completed all this in just under four months. Innovative took care of putting together a team of skilled professional specialists who were all dedicated to make everything right. Engineering, construction, supervision, and I cannot even begin to describe how much thanks we have for the demolition crew! Our multiple, detailed project designs from Raul and professional design advice from Mindy and the connections she recommended are all of the best quality. Diego Jr., Trevor and his team kept everything on track and neat and tidy every single day and Diego Sr., Mark, Ismael, Albert, Santiago and team are true craftsmen who follow-up and make the most minuscule woodworking details perfect. The cabinets by Tim and electrical work and installation of fixtures by Kemchan Harrilal-BB and Navindra Doolratram, and Augustine and his crew on tile and stone work – all perfection. Aisling and the office crew were always responsive to our calls and requests. And of course Clark and Eric who oversaw everything and gave us the best of the best! Apologies if we didn’t get everyone on this list – you’re all great! Thank you for your hard work and dedication. We can’t thank you enough Innovative Construction – we kind of want to do it again! Dave Hallman & Matt DeGraffenreid
Turnberry Townhomes II
Turnberry Townhomes II
Sarah Z DesignsSarah Z Designs
Photographer: Paul Stoppi
Expansive modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in Miami with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble flooring and an island.
Upper Eastside Apartment
Upper Eastside Apartment
Pleasant Living, LLCPleasant Living, LLC
Holding true to the architecture and period of the building, we created this hard working kitchen to accommodate both a family or a drove of caterers. Photo: Jim Koch
Wicker Park Townhouse (2046 W Willow)
Wicker Park Townhouse (2046 W Willow)
123 Remodeling Inc.123 Remodeling Inc.
We expanded the kitchen into an L-shaped layout with a new, smaller island. Custom white shaker cabinets with glass inserts on upper cabinets (which are now ceiling height). All new stainless steel appliances (except the fridge which was repurposed). Industrial pendant lights over the island are supplemented by recessed overhead lights and under-cabinet lights. Expansive pantry/display closet built into the dining area. The microwave was moved to the island to save space and create a more streamlined cabinet span. The flooring is 5’ white oak planks. Backsplash throughout the entire kitchen, which ceramic subway in a herringbone layout. Separate cooktop and oven, the cooktop is gas and the oven is electric. White quartz countertop, matching the surround of the fireplace in the adjacent living room. The island has electrical outlets and a switch for the kitchen lights. Although the new island is about half the size of the original, additional seating has been added. The new L-shape with the peninsula creates a passthrough with seating for entertaining. You can find more information about 123 Remodeling and schedule a free onsite estimate on our website: https://123remodeling.com/
Charlotte Home
Charlotte Home
Durham Designs & Consulting, LLCDurham Designs & Consulting, LLC
Designed by Melodie Durham of Durham Designs & Consulting, LLC. Photo by Livengood Photographs [www.livengoodphotographs.com/design].
This is an example of an expansive classic galley enclosed kitchen in Charlotte with a built-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble worktops, yellow splashback, stone tiled splashback, dark hardwood flooring and no island.
Kitchen Suspended
Kitchen Suspended
Richard Landon DesignRichard Landon Design
My client wanted a dramatic solution to connect to their water views. This led to suspending the living room kitchen out just past the cliff's edge and adding 4' of glass floor. A steel moment frame allowed for this and floor-to-ceiling windows. The frame also provided raceways to run services to the acrylic cabinets suspended 6" off the columns. Thanks to a modified Franke PF3450 pot filler, we could provide hot and cold water to both a prep sink and the induction cooktop with the Zephyr Lux ceiling-mounted hood. Photo by Milan Vasev
Fairway Forest kitchen remodel
Fairway Forest kitchen remodel
Sharon Scharrer Design, LLCSharon Scharrer Design, LLC
Some great rooms are really great! This one features a large taupe grey island with raised bar seating, Off white perimeter cabinets and sturdy utilitarian stools, hardware and light fixtures. The look is eclectic transitional. An intentional cornflower blue accent color is used for glass subway back splash tile, patio door, rugs, and accessories to connect and balance this expansive cheerful space where an active family of seven, occupy every square inch of space. Designer/Contractor --Sharon Scharrer, Images -- Swartz Photography
Waiheke Island Retreat
Waiheke Island Retreat
Mal Corboy DesignMal Corboy Design
A large scale new build on Waiheke Island. The client wanted a floating island and the overall kitchen needed to have a European influence and to be handle less (all cupboards and draws are electric opening). The entire island is thermoformed Corian with LED back lighting. Photography by Kallan MacLeod
Haus JB
Haus JB
Holzmanufaktur GmbHHolzmanufaktur GmbH
This is an example of an expansive contemporary kitchen/diner in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, white splashback and glass sheet splashback.
Inspiration
Inspiration
HemisfärHemisfär
Hemisfär AB
Expansive scandi kitchen in Malmo with a double-bowl sink, wood worktops, white splashback and light hardwood flooring.
Utah Valley Parade of Home Kitchen Design
Utah Valley Parade of Home Kitchen Design
Titan HomesTitan Homes
Entertainers dream chef's kitchen - 1500 square feet of custom Wolf and Subzero appliances. Large 14 x 4 ft quartz topped island has bar seating on one side and plenty of serving space. There are four sinks located throughout the kitchen for easy cleanup. Grandma's framed recipe cards give a personal touch. Open shelving for everyday dishes along with beautiful pieces. Built in Wolf Espresso Machine. Custom appliance doors plus a matching door for a hidden pantry.
Cuisine blanche usa
Cuisine blanche usa
UserUser
This is an example of an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, quartz worktops, grey splashback, stone tiled splashback, black appliances, ceramic flooring, an island and grey floors.
NNO, IKOYI, LAGOS
NNO, IKOYI, LAGOS
Design by Sixty LtdDesign by Sixty Ltd
This is an example of an expansive modern u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Other with a triple-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island, beige floors and black worktops.
Charlotte Home
Charlotte Home
Durham Designs & Consulting, LLCDurham Designs & Consulting, LLC
Designed by Melodie Durham of Durham Designs & Consulting, LLC. Photo by Livengood Photographs [www.livengoodphotographs.com/design].
Expansive traditional single-wall enclosed kitchen in Charlotte with a built-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tiled splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring and no island.
Gloss Ivory & Magic Grey Kitchen
Gloss Ivory & Magic Grey Kitchen
Arlington InteriorsArlington Interiors
Expansive contemporary kitchen/diner in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops and an island.
Bespoke Curved Island
Bespoke Curved Island
Bryan Turner Kitchens LtdBryan Turner Kitchens Ltd
Curved island with an integrated breakfast bar is the perfect setting for relaxed coffee mornings and a great place to show off your culinary skills during dinner parties.

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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