Grey and Cream Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances Ideas and Designs

Opening up the kitchen to the previous dining room allows for an entertaining-friendly space.
Photo of a medium sized traditional grey and cream l-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and no island.

Multi-Functional Transitional Kitchen - Hinsdale, IL

Drury Design

White, taupe, and cocoa bean-colored cabinetry from Grabill Cabinet Company provides a neutral backdrop for high impact details. The 72” custom-built zinc hood balances the dark refrigerator cabinet with leaded watery mirror panels. Honed Orion granite on the perimeter enables the Cambria quartz countertops on the island to be a subtle stand out.

Hillsdale NJ

Jennifer Pacca Interiors

The pewter blue wall color stands out against the country styled cabinetry in this traditional kitchen.
Photo of a traditional grey and cream kitchen in New York with stainless steel appliances.

Multifunctional Kitchen Island

Geneva Cabinet Company, LLC

www.GenevaCabinet.com - This kitchen designed by Joyce A. Zuelke features Plato Woodwork, Inc. cabinetry with the Coventry raised panel full overlay door. The perimeter has a painted finish in Sunlight with a heavy brushed brown glaze. The generous island is done in Country Walnut and shows off a beautiful Grothouse wood countertop. #PlatoWoodwork Cabinetry Bella Tile and Stone - Lake Geneva Backsplash, S. Photography/ Shanna Wolf Photography Lowell Custom Homes Builder

Petaluma Residence

K&L Construction Company, Inc.

Photo by Paul Dyer www.dyerphoto.com
Design ideas for a traditional grey and cream open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

Gourmet cream and grey new build kitchen

Cypress Design Co.

Inspiration for a large traditional grey and cream kitchen in Providence with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island and beige cabinets.

Downtown Greenville Kitchen/Dining

Daniel Builders, Inc.

Custom Kitchen
Inspiration for a medium sized country grey and cream l-shaped kitchen/diner in Atlanta with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, quartz worktops, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, a single-bowl sink and brick flooring.

2016 Spring Parade of Homes- Skyline

GreenWood Design Build

Design ideas for a medium sized country grey and cream galley kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

Fresh Interior

J Steven Kemp Architect

Emily Followill
Medium sized traditional grey and cream u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Atlanta with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

White Macaubas Quartzite Kitchen

Stoneshop

By installing White Macaubas Quartzite countertops, these homeowner's were able to obtain the look of marble without its porous qualities and maintenance. The White Macaubas Quartzite is carried into the breakfast nook as a buffet table countertop which ties the two spaces together beautifully. We partnered with DPM Designs, LLC of Medford, NJ on this project.

The Olympic Hills Home

Andrea and Co. Design

Photo of a medium sized classic grey and cream u-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

Custom Interiors

Popular Design Mill & Cabinet

This is an example of a medium sized traditional grey and cream u-shaped kitchen/diner in Salt Lake City with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.

New

Double Diamond Property & Construction

Inspiration for a large rustic grey and cream l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, soapstone worktops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

Grey Kitchen

C K Cabinetry and Design, LLC

Photography by Jeffrey Volker
This is an example of a medium sized modern grey and cream u-shaped kitchen/diner in Phoenix with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island and laminate floors.

Burgess Creek

LKID

http://www.houzz.com/pro/katiekiefer/west-elevation-architects-inc

Mt Tabor Kitchen Remodel

Howells Architecture + Design

After a house fire destroyed much of the interior of this SE Portland home, the owners took the opportunity to upgrade the kitchen. The result is a clean-lined, but historically sensitive renovation of this Craftsman home. Photo: Anna M. Campbell Photo: Anna M. Campbell

Avenida Manana

South Harlow Interiors

Photo of a classic grey and cream u-shaped kitchen in San Diego with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

Traditional Elegance

Marcelle Guilbeau, Interior Designer

Large traditional grey and cream single-wall open plan kitchen in Nashville with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

Grove Lane

MATT architecture LLP

Justin Barton
Traditional grey and cream galley open plan kitchen in London with beaded cabinets, white cabinets, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and no island.

0318 | Abaco Bahamas

Andreozzi Architecture

Photography: Aaron Usher III www.aaronusher.com/ Taylor Interior Design http://www.houzz.com/pro/taylorinteriordesign/taylor-interior-design

Grey and Cream Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances Ideas and Designs

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

Check out these popular kitchen pages below:

United Kingdom

Tailor my experience with cookies

Houzz uses cookies and similar technologies to personalise my experience, serve me relevant content, and improve Houzz products and services. By clicking ‘Accept’ I agree to this, as further described in the Houzz Cookie Policy. I can reject non-essential cookies by clicking ‘Manage Preferences’.