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Twickenham Bespoke Kitchen Slingsby
Twickenham Bespoke Kitchen Slingsby
Thomas Davies KitchensThomas Davies Kitchens
Anita Fraser
Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Miller Kitchen
Miller Kitchen
Turan Designs, Inc.Turan Designs, Inc.
Transitional White Kitchen
This is an example of a medium sized traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Atlanta with stainless steel appliances, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, a belfast sink, multi-coloured splashback, glass tiled splashback, porcelain flooring, beige floors, an island and green worktops.
mango design co
mango design co
mango design comango design co
mango design co provided interior design services to rize.ca for a multi-unit residential project at broadway & quebec street in vancouver. this display suite shows a sample interior and eclectic interior styling to reflect the artistic bent of the mount pleasant neighbourhood. while we wanted to keep things fresh & modern, shaker style cabinets were chosen to show some heritage roots. furnishings from a number of local sources including design house, mint, fullhouse, bombast and attic treasures. photography by eric saczuk of spacehoggraphics.com
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Portland with stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback and matchstick tiled splashback.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Jane EllisonJane Ellison
The villa kitchen provides the perfect setting. The large window over the sink looks out to a deck dining area. Stainless steel countertops are easy to care for. Warm and cool are combined by setting off the stainless steel faced cabinetry with a deep red wall, wood accents and red sisal rug. Open shelves for often-used dishware allow for convenience as well as a sense of rhythm and repetition, one of Jane's favorite motifs. The result is a kitchen that imbues the food -- and the kitchen conversation -- with lively energy.
Willetta 9
Willetta 9
Studio D - Danielle WallingerStudio D - Danielle Wallinger
This three story loft development was the harbinger of the revitalization movement in Downtown Phoenix. With a versatile layout and industrial finishes, Studio D’s design softened the space while retaining the commercial essence of the loft. The design focused primarily on furniture and fixtures with some material selections. Targeting a high end aesthetic, the design lead was able to value engineer the budget by mixing custom designed pieces with retail pieces, concentrating the effort on high impact areas.
The Anchor House
The Anchor House
CapeRace Cultural AdventuresCapeRace Cultural Adventures
This coastal vacation home is over 100 years old, located in Elliston on the Bonavista Peninsula in Newfoundland Canada. If you are looking to escape to the furthest corner of the earth for a romantic get-away this is the place.
Roundhouse kitchen cabinets
Roundhouse kitchen cabinets
RoundhouseRoundhouse
Seating: Base Cabinets: Exterior: Wenge Veneer Interior: Wenge mfc with wenge lipping Worktop: 26mm Wenge Veneer Wall Cabinets: Exterior: F&B Downpipe 26 Interior: Wenge mfc with wenge lipping Table; Wenge 'Shark’ table 40mm Wenge Wholestave top with sharknose. Wenge legs Upholstery by Dashing Tweeds – Shetland Jig
Victorian Family Home in Great Barrington
Victorian Family Home in Great Barrington
Jess Cooney InteriorsJess Cooney Interiors
This is an example of a traditional kitchen/diner in Other with open cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, mosaic tiled splashback and an island.
David Wilkes Builders
David Wilkes Builders
David Wilkes BuildersDavid Wilkes Builders
Not in love with the functionality and finishes in their generic inner city home, this client recognized that remodeling their kitchen and living room spaces were the key to longer-term functionality. Wanting plenty of natural light, richness and coolness, the clients sought a kitchen whose function would be more convenient and interactive for their family. The architect removed the peninsula counter and bartop that blocked flow from kitchen to living room by creating an island that allows for free circulation. Placing the cooktop on an exterior wall, out of the way at the edge of the space where cooking could occur uninterruptedly allowed the hood vent to have a prominent place viewable from the living room. Because of the prominence of this wall, it was given added visual impact by being clad in rich oak shiplap. Its wall of cabinets contain a countertop and backsplash that run up the wall, floating out just enough to allow backlighting behind to illuminate the wood. The backsplash contains an opening to the wood surface for the family’s favorite decorative items. The Robin’s Egg blue cabinets occur throughout, cooling it visually and at the island they create an extra tall and deep toekick for the family to store shoes. With a refreshing space in which to cook, eat and interact, this family now has a renewed love for their modest home. Photo Credit: Paul Bardagjy
Summer House
Summer House
Su Casa DesignsSu Casa Designs
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen/diner in Boston with granite worktops.
1930s London Home
1930s London Home
Laura Butler-MaddenLaura Butler-Madden
Patrick Butler-Madden
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen/diner in London with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and metro tiled splashback.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Oxford DevelopmentOxford Development
A bright, beautiful kitchen with inset white cabinets and generous light and space. A large 48" Kohler Harborview sink with two sets of Rohl faucets make clean up and prep work a breeze. Open shelving accentuates the 10' ceilings. White Carrara marble countertops and crisp white subway tiles help keep the space light and bright. Four-inch oak floors have a dark, custom stain. Paneled appliances help keep a furniture feel in this formal but welcoming home.
Union Square Loft
Union Square Loft
Paul Cha ArchitectPaul Cha Architect
Custom quartered ash Kitchen cabinetry with concealed pull at bottoms, lighted by cove lighting above & below, while accentuated by black granite countertop and backsplash draping down to the porcelain floor tile at opening. Video narrative: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9t7nY-c-7g
Spring Garden Row Home kitchen
Spring Garden Row Home kitchen
Hanson Fine BuildingHanson Fine Building
Expansion of existing footprint into rear alley by insertion of exposed steel beams and girders to create a thirty foot opening in existing three-story brick wall. New kitchen and powder room finishes and fixtures, bamboo floors, stone countertops, and back-painted glass backsplash. Photograph by Barry Halkin
Kitchen & Breakfast Bar area
Kitchen & Breakfast Bar area
Jordan Iverson Signature HomesJordan Iverson Signature Homes
An urban townhome with European Beech Cabinets with a clear laquer finish, engineered quartz counters and bamboo floors.
Medium sized classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Portland with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, engineered stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, bamboo flooring and a breakfast bar.
Kitchen Remodeling in Carmel
Kitchen Remodeling in Carmel
WrightWorks, LLCWrightWorks, LLC
Pass through wall at stove cabinet.
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen/diner in Indianapolis with stainless steel appliances, green splashback, mosaic tiled splashback and grey cabinets.
Charcoal Kitchen
Charcoal Kitchen
Herringbone KitchensHerringbone Kitchens
David Rannard
Design ideas for a medium sized rural kitchen/diner in Kent with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, quartz worktops, limestone flooring and an island.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Dayna Katlin InteriorsDayna Katlin Interiors
Photo by Grey Crawford
Medium sized traditional kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Lady Fern Circle Kitchen
Lady Fern Circle Kitchen
ReVision Design/RemodelingReVision Design/Remodeling
Photography: Glenn DeRosa
Photo of a medium sized classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Charlotte with stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, granite worktops, blue splashback, glass tiled splashback, a submerged sink, light hardwood flooring, an island and glass-front cabinets.

Kitchen/Diner 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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