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Non una semplice casa di vacanze - progetto in corso
Non una semplice casa di vacanze - progetto in corso
LiadesignLiadesign
Liadesign
Small scandi l-shaped open plan kitchen in Milan with flat-panel cabinets, light hardwood flooring and no island.
Ecrin scandinave à Paris
Ecrin scandinave à Paris
Marie TardieuMarie Tardieu
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Paris with white cabinets, wood worktops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, a breakfast bar, flat-panel cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
Spanish + Mid-century Modern
Spanish + Mid-century Modern
Melinamade - Residential Design + InteriorsMelinamade - Residential Design + Interiors
A remodeled retro kitchen mixed with a few original architectural elements of this Spanish home. Highlights here are aqua glazed lava stone counter tops, custom designed hand silk-screened fabrics, and children's art inside the upper cabinet panels. To know more about this makeover, please read the "Houzz Tour" feature article here: http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/32975037/list/houzz-tour-midcentury-meets-mediterranean-in-california Bernard Andre photography.
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Sunny Yellow Retro Kitchen
Sunny Yellow Retro Kitchen
Jackson Design & RemodelingJackson Design & Remodeling
For a client with an enthusiastic appreciation of retro design, this sunny ode to kitchens of the past is a cheerful and comforting retreat for today. The client wanted a kitchen that creatively expressed her fun, unconventional taste while providing all the modern conveniences of a contemporary home. Space was borrowed from an existing office to provide more open area and easier navigation in the kitchen. Bright, optimistic yellow sets the tone in the room, with retro-inspired appliances in buttery yellow chosen as key elements of the design. A generous apron-front farm sink gleams with clean white enameled cast iron and is outfitted with a rare retro faucet with spray and scrub brush attachments. Black trim against the yellow ceramic tile countertops defines the kitchen’s lines. Simple maple cabinetry painted white with black ceramic knobs provides a modern level of storage. Playful positioning of contrasting tiles on the floor presents a modern, quirky interpretation of the traditional checkerboard pattern in this classic kitchen with an original point of view.
Dallas, TX: Stolp
Dallas, TX: Stolp
Sarah GreenmanSarah Greenman
Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2013 Houzz
Inspiration for a midcentury kitchen/diner in Dallas with stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and mosaic tiled splashback.
Hunting Ridge Road
Hunting Ridge Road
Country Club HomesCountry Club Homes
This is an example of a bohemian kitchen in New York with metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances and red worktops.
Projet Voltaire, architectes Carla Lopez et Margaux Meza
Projet Voltaire, architectes Carla Lopez et Margaux Meza
Transition Interior DesignTransition Interior Design
Meero
Inspiration for a small scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with wood worktops, blue splashback, integrated appliances, no island, white cabinets and light hardwood flooring.
Wilshire Kitchen, Portland (Photo: Matt Niebuhr)
Wilshire Kitchen, Portland (Photo: Matt Niebuhr)
Howells Architecture + DesignHowells Architecture + Design
Breakfast nook--After. A custom built-in bench (cherry, like the cabinetry) works well for eat-in breakfasts. Period reproduction lighting, Deco pulls, and a custom formica table root the kitchen to the origins of the home. All photos by Matt Niebuhr. www.mattniebuhr.com
Eclectic Townhouse
Eclectic Townhouse
gramercydesigngramercydesign
photography by Matthew Placek
Design ideas for a medium sized classic kitchen in New York with yellow cabinets, recycled glass countertops, white splashback, coloured appliances, an island, glass-front cabinets, metro tiled splashback, light hardwood flooring and yellow worktops.
Birch Plywood and Laminate Kitchen in 1930's Remodelled House
Birch Plywood and Laminate Kitchen in 1930's Remodelled House
BirkwoodBirkwood
David Brown Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized retro u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, wood worktops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets, a breakfast bar, beige floors and beige worktops.
Retro Kitchen Remodel in Humboldt Park Chicago
Retro Kitchen Remodel in Humboldt Park Chicago
Chi Renovation & DesignChi Renovation & Design
A retro 1950’s kitchen featuring green custom colored cabinets with glass door mounts, under cabinet lighting, pullout drawers, and Lazy Susans. To contrast with the green we added in red window treatments, a toaster oven, and other small red polka dot accessories. A few final touches we made include a retro fridge, retro oven, retro dishwasher, an apron sink, light quartz countertops, a white subway tile backsplash, and retro tile flooring. Home located in Humboldt Park Chicago. Designed by Chi Renovation & Design who also serve the Chicagoland area and it's surrounding suburbs, with an emphasis on the North Side and North Shore. You'll find their work from the Loop through Lincoln Park, Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette, and all of the way up to Lake Forest. For more about Chi Renovation & Design, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/portfolio/1950s-retro-humboldt-park-kitchen/
Hausbesuch bei Meike in Düsseldorf
Hausbesuch bei Meike in Düsseldorf
Stephanie SchetterStephanie Schetter
Foto: Stephanie Schetter © 2015 Houzz
Medium sized scandinavian l-shaped kitchen/diner in Dusseldorf with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood flooring, a built-in sink and coloured appliances.
'Leaf' pattern tiles by Lindsey Lang
'Leaf' pattern tiles by Lindsey Lang
Lindsey Lang Design LtdLindsey Lang Design Ltd
'Leaf' pattern' as seen in The Sunday Times Style Magazine Insert. Our Granito tiles have a speckled marble finish and can be used for interior/exterior wall and flooring solutions. They are extremely resistant to high footfall abrasion and impact. Perfect for high traffic retail and hospitality locations.
Queen Anne Mid-Modern
Queen Anne Mid-Modern
Lane Williams ArchitectsLane Williams Architects
A steel beam was placed where the existing home ended and the entire form was stretched an additional 15 feet. This 1966 Northwest contemporary design by noted architect Paul Kirk has been extended and reordered to create a 2400 square foot home with comfortable living/dining/kitchen area, open stair, and third bedroom plus children's bath. The power of the original design continues with walls that wrap over to create a roof. Original cedar-clad interior walls and ceiling were brightened with added glass and up to date lighting. photos by Will Austin
Mid Century Modern Kitchen/Dining
Mid Century Modern Kitchen/Dining
LA Dwelling IncLA Dwelling Inc
Based on a mid century modern concept
Photo of a contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, engineered stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, a breakfast bar, a submerged sink and green worktops.
Retro Revival
Retro Revival
SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.
Ema Peter Photography http://www.emapeter.com/ Constructed by Best Builders. http://www.houzz.com/pro/bestbuildersca/ www.bestbuilders.ca
Modern Kitchen
Modern Kitchen
Cre8tive Interior DesignsCre8tive Interior Designs
This kitchenette has two full size refrigerator and freezer drawers, and a microwave oven. It is a fun little area to store drinks and serve-ware for parties in the recreation area.
Low Key Luxe at Hollingbourne Road
Low Key Luxe at Hollingbourne Road
Stealth designStealth design
Design by Stealth Design Photography by Rachael Smith
Photo of a medium sized retro kitchen in London with painted wood flooring and black floors.
Georgian Home
Georgian Home
Newcastle DesignNewcastle Design
This charming residence makes a real statement with its bespoke cabinetry fit out in all rooms and hallways, oozing opulence in every way.
Design ideas for a kitchen in Dublin.

Kitchen 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.

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Design ideas for a modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback and stainless steel appliances.
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