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TRADITIONAL- MANTALOKING NJ
TRADITIONAL- MANTALOKING NJ
Sheila Rich Interiors, LLCSheila Rich Interiors, LLC
Design Excellence Award winning kitchen. The open kitchen and family room coordinate in colors and performance fabrics; the vertical striped chair backs are echoed in sofa throw pillows. The antique brass chandelier adds warmth and history. The island has a double custom edge countertop providing a unique feature to the island, adding to its importance. The breakfast nook with custom banquette has coordinated performance fabrics. Photography: Lauren Hagerstrom Photography-LAUREN HAGERSTROM
Old Mission penninsula
Old Mission penninsula
Design StrategiesDesign Strategies
Transitional/traditional design. Hand scraped wood flooring, wolf & sub zero appliances. Antique mirrored tile, Custom cabinetry
Expansive traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, white cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, recessed-panel cabinets, brown floors and beige worktops.
Acucraft Linear See Through Gas Fireplace | Muniz Residence | Boston, MA
Acucraft Linear See Through Gas Fireplace | Muniz Residence | Boston, MA
Acucraft FireplacesAcucraft Fireplaces
Acucraft custom gas linear gas fireplace with half open half glass. Photo courtesy of Eduardo Muniz, Boston Best Construction
Design ideas for an expansive traditional galley kitchen/diner in Boston with medium wood cabinets and an island.
Gold Coast Mid Century Modern
Gold Coast Mid Century Modern
Marc-Michaels Interior DesignMarc-Michaels Interior Design
Edward C. Butera
This is an example of an expansive contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Miami with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz worktops, stone slab splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Architect New Build Project
Architect New Build Project
Tiles & BathsTiles & Baths
Photo of an expansive modern single-wall open plan kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, light hardwood flooring and multiple islands.
Wilfredo
Wilfredo
VersaTile SurfacesVersaTile Surfaces
counter-top is Fiandre Maximum Calacatta, polished large format porcelain slabs
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary galley kitchen/diner in San Diego with porcelain splashback, porcelain flooring, an island, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Greeley, CO Residence
Greeley, CO Residence
UserUser
This kitchen exudes no fuss. It is easy to clean and easy to prep and cook. With a TV at an excellent vantage point, it is very easy to follow your favorite cooking show while learning how to cook a new dish or enjoy your breakfast with the morning news. The warm neutral cabinets make you feel at home while the simple design makes the whole overall look clean.
Rustic Opulence
Rustic Opulence
The Artisan Shop, Inc.The Artisan Shop, Inc.
The depth of this rustic walnut kitchen is greatly enhanced through a custom glaze. The richness of the walnut is further amplified by the contrast to the painted white center island. Rob Larsen Photography
German Kitchen in Esher
German Kitchen in Esher
Thomas Davies KitchensThomas Davies Kitchens
Stunning Nolte German kitchen in an unusal 'T' shaped space combining a kitchen, living and dining area. The doors are a light grey/cashmere colur with the island in a genuine metal finish. Key features include a BORA induction hop with integrated extractor, corian worktops that run seamlessly with corian sinks, a Quooker Flex 3-in-1 boiling water tap, an L-Shaped breakfast bar, a full height Liebherr wine conditioning unit, Miele ovens, a tinted mirror splashback. We also designed and installed the media wall cabinetry in the area opposite. Christina Bull Photography
Drakefield Road, Wandsworth
Drakefield Road, Wandsworth
GDL LondonGDL London
Inspiration for an expansive traditional single-wall kitchen/diner in London with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, white appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and white worktops.
Medjool Model
Medjool Model
Harbor Hills DevelopmentHarbor Hills Development
Mediterranean style kitchen - Florida Home - granite countertop, dark cupboards, stainless steel appliances, tile floor
Design ideas for an expansive modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in Orlando with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring and an island.
MENDHAM SHINGLE-STYLE ESTATE
MENDHAM SHINGLE-STYLE ESTATE
Passacantando Architects AIAPassacantando Architects AIA
Photographer: Kevin Colquhoun
Design ideas for an expansive traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a belfast sink, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and an island.
Sunnyside Ridge
Sunnyside Ridge
Aspen Design RoomAspen Design Room
This timelessly designed kitchen by the interior design team at Aspen Design Room is more than your average cooking space. With custom cabinetry, a massive oak dining table and lounge space complete with fireplace, this mountain modern kitchen truly will be the space to gather with family and friends.
Grand Prato Estate
Grand Prato Estate
Design WestDesign West
Guest House Living Room and Kitchen
Photo of an expansive classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Miami with a built-in sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Maple Drive
Maple Drive
Frankel Design BuildFrankel Design Build
This is an example of an expansive classic single-wall open plan kitchen in Houston with a belfast sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Granite Road Kitchen, Bedford
Granite Road Kitchen, Bedford
Granite State CabinetryGranite State Cabinetry
This is an example of an expansive traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, multiple islands and white worktops.
Holt SW Case Study
Holt SW Case Study
RoundhouseRoundhouse
Roundhouse Urbo matt lacquer bespoke handle-less kitchen in Farrow & Ball All White with island in Little Green Rolling Fog 143 with worktop in 20mm Quartz composite with downstands. Handrail in Walnut. Miele KM 6387 Flush 928mm wide hob 5 zone, Con@ctivity-enabled, EVOLine pop-up socket in stainless steel.
Whitewing
Whitewing
AFT ConstructionAFT Construction
High Res Media
Design ideas for an expansive classic galley open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and beige floors.
Alamo Luxury
Alamo Luxury
Ridgecrest DesignsRidgecrest Designs
Photo of an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Ambition at Eastmark | Mesa, AZ | 3583 - Hope Plan
Ambition at Eastmark | Mesa, AZ | 3583 - Hope Plan
Shea Homes - ArizonaShea Homes - Arizona
Expansive modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and an island.

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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