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Expansive Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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Stone Kitchen Island
Stone Kitchen Island
LWK London KitchensLWK London Kitchens
Graphite stone effect kitchen with laminate breakfast bar seating
Design ideas for an expansive modern kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and grey worktops.
The unfitted Kitchen Project
The unfitted Kitchen Project
Groth & SonsGroth & Sons
Inspiration for an expansive industrial u-shaped kitchen in Sydney with a submerged sink, glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, brown splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, grey floors, brown worktops and exposed beams.
Casa Revista
Casa Revista
Estudio GallardoEstudio Gallardo
This is an example of an expansive modern l-shaped kitchen in Madrid with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, grey floors and white worktops.
Larcosta - Casa Dolores
Larcosta - Casa Dolores
VistafotoVistafoto
Expansive contemporary galley kitchen in Alicante-Costa Blanca with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood worktops, integrated appliances, an island, grey floors and beige worktops.
A beautiful Kent oast house renovation: kitchen
A beautiful Kent oast house renovation: kitchen
burlanes interiorsburlanes interiors
With a busy working lifestyle and two small children, Burlanes worked closely with the home owners to transform a number of rooms in their home, to not only suit the needs of family life, but to give the wonderful building a new lease of life, whilst in keeping with the stunning historical features and characteristics of the incredible Oast House.
Lake Minnetonka update
Lake Minnetonka update
Partners 4, DesignPartners 4, Design
Gilbertson Photography
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, granite worktops, porcelain splashback, integrated appliances, porcelain flooring and an island.
Nellysford
Nellysford
Arterra Design & ConstructionArterra Design & Construction
This is an example of an expansive rustic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances, slate flooring, multiple islands, grey floors, white worktops, a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white splashback and stone slab splashback.
Buckhead Client's Ski Retreat - Kitchen
Buckhead Client's Ski Retreat - Kitchen
New Mood Design LLCNew Mood Design LLC
Level Three: Base and tall cabinets in grey-stained European oak are topped with quartz countertops. The bronze leather bar stools are height-adjustable, from bar-height to table-height and any height in between. They're perfect for extra seating, as needed, in the living and dining room areas. Photograph © Darren Edwards, San Diego
Contemporary New Construction
Contemporary New Construction
FINA Construction Group Inc.FINA Construction Group Inc.
Ground up development. 7,000 sq ft contemporary luxury home constructed by FINA Construction Group Inc.
Expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble worktops, brown splashback, stone tiled splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, multiple islands and beige floors.
Hewer Street, North Kensington, London, W10
Hewer Street, North Kensington, London, W10
Domus NovaDomus Nova
The owners use of materials contributed sensationally to the property’s free-flowing feel perfect for entertaining. The open-plan kitchen and dining is case, point and example. http://www.domusnova.com/properties/buy/2056/2-bedroom-house-kensington-chelsea-north-kensington-hewer-street-w10-theo-otten-otten-architects-london-for-sale/
North Apartments, Gold Coast
North Apartments, Gold Coast
Kitchen Inspirations & Border JoineryKitchen Inspirations & Border Joinery
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Gold Coast - Tweed with medium wood cabinets, multiple islands, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black splashback, mirror splashback, beige floors and white worktops.
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blackStonesblackStones
This is an example of an expansive contemporary galley open plan kitchen with granite worktops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble flooring, an island, beige floors, black worktops, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets and medium wood cabinets.
Energy Efficient Barn Conversion
Energy Efficient Barn Conversion
FuturoFuturo
Design ideas for an expansive rural kitchen in Boston with stainless steel appliances.
Oakland Hills Contemporary
Oakland Hills Contemporary
Conscious ConstructionConscious Construction
In the kitchen, professional Wolf, Sub-Zero, and Miele appliances are set into modern Leicht Cabinets. Custom cabinets line another wall, hiding the Thermador Refrigerator, and Perlick Wine Refrigerator with beautiful custom made wood front panels to match new cabinet doors and drawers.
Red Creek Timber Frame
Red Creek Timber Frame
Kelly & Stone ArchitectsKelly & Stone Architects
Inspiration for an expansive rustic u-shaped kitchen in Denver with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring 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.
Camden House
Camden House
Powell Tuck AssociatesPowell Tuck Associates
This is an example of an expansive industrial single-wall kitchen/diner in London with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, grey floors, a built-in sink, stainless steel worktops and brown splashback.
East Tucson 170
East Tucson 170
Eren Design and RemodelEren Design and Remodel
Kitchen, Island, built in refrigerator, Green remodeling
This is an example of an expansive traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Phoenix with recessed-panel cabinets, a belfast sink, wood worktops, white splashback, lino flooring, an island and beige floors.
Sprawling Texas Kitchen
Sprawling Texas Kitchen
Inspired InteriorsInspired Interiors
Design ideas for an expansive classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Chicago with stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, ceramic flooring, an island and beige splashback.
Madison Park
Madison Park
Heliotrope ArchitectsHeliotrope Architects
Sean Airhart Photography
This is an example of an expansive retro l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, integrated appliances, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

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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