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Holland Park House
Holland Park House
James Tarry Interior Photography
This is an example of a scandi galley kitchen/diner in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island, beige floors and white worktops.
Victorian Dairy Conversion
Victorian Dairy Conversion
Imperfect Interiors
Chris Snook
This is an example of an urban kitchen/diner in London with grey cabinets, limestone worktops, concrete flooring, grey floors, black worktops, a single-bowl sink and pink splashback.
Great Missenden Sand Grey Satin & Iroko Wood Kitchen, Buckinghamshire
Great Missenden Sand Grey Satin & Iroko Wood Kitchen, Buckinghamshire
Design A Space Kitchens, Bedrooms & Interiors
Very much a bespoke kitchen, we designed this German manufactured kitchen in a way which suited the lives of our clients perfectly, whilst adding a dramatic looking industrial space which is incredibly stylish and inviting.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in Devon.
Kitchen in navy, white and grey with orange and copper accents
Kitchen in navy, white and grey with orange and copper accents
Christopher Howard
Cabinetry in deep blue contrasts to great effect with gleaming white work surfaces and is complemented by soft grey at the peninsula and entertainment piece. Corian worktop, in a light solid colour, with under-mounted stainless steel sink and Quooker boiling water tap offers a functional space for food preparation. The drop down section was designed for the young chef in the family to try her hand at pastry making with mum.
Wilson Kew Case Study
Wilson Kew Case Study
Roundhouse
Roundhouse Urbo matt lacquer bespoke handle-less kitchen in Farrow & Ball Skimming Stone and book-matched Walnut veneer with Caesarstone 4141 Quartz Composite work surface. Tambour unit with stainless steel door. Photography by Darren Chung.
Mystic Marble
Mystic Marble
Sola Kitchens
Exuding grace and elegance, this kitchen features a statement marble porcelain worktop. State of the art appliances have been installed such as a Samsung oven, a Bora downdraft extractor fan and a Quooker tap providing instant boiling, sparkling and still water. Satin waxed brass half moon handles complement the worktop and smooth cabinetry adding a sense of warmth to the room.
Loxley Road
Loxley Road
Troughton Residential London
Photography by Veronica Rodriguez
This is an example of a large traditional kitchen in London with shaker cabinets, quartz worktops, an island, a submerged sink, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and white worktops.
Kingsway
Kingsway
BetterPAD
Photo of a contemporary kitchen in London.
Plush Purple. Trowbridge Wiltshire
Plush Purple. Trowbridge Wiltshire
Shaker & May
This is an example of a traditional u-shaped kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, grey floors and multicoloured worktops.
Victorian Terrace in Islington
Victorian Terrace in Islington
Sarah Ross Design
The kitchen space is not huge but has everything you need and is great for entertaining. The utility area in the distance is as well designed as the kitchen. The Portland stone floor runs straight out in to the garden. The space is flooded with light. Photo:James Balston
The Woodland Pavilion
The Woodland Pavilion
Richard Chivers Architectural Photography
This is an example of a scandinavian kitchen in Sussex.
Norfolk Country House
Norfolk Country House
Interior Photography by Boz
Classic kitchen in London with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, mirror splashback, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.
Brynglas, Rhandirmwyn, Wales
Brynglas, Rhandirmwyn, Wales
van Ellen + Sheryn Architects
Inspiration for a classic kitchen in Devon.
TV Editorial Makeover Shows - Sarah Beeny Renovate Dont Relocate
TV Editorial Makeover Shows - Sarah Beeny Renovate Dont Relocate
Nick Snow Design
Classic kitchen in Hampshire.
Micro-extension, Barry
Micro-extension, Barry
dennis hellyar Architects
Luxury for Living Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary single-wall kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, grey cabinets, grey splashback, an island, grey floors, white worktops, shaker cabinets and black appliances.
Bespoke Full Home
Bespoke Full Home
Room
This is an example of a classic kitchen in Other.
Traditional Shaker Kitchen in Royston
Traditional Shaker Kitchen in Royston
Handmade Kitchen Co
This traditional shaker style kitchen is a project we completed earlier in the year based in Royston. The bespoke blue handpainted fronts work in tandem with the polished grey quartz, while the wood flooring brings it altogether. This is a very versatile space used for dining and entertaining. Springer Digital
Moody Blues
Moody Blues
Mowlem & Co
Moody Blues Deep, rich shades of blue, from royal to midnight, are a key kitchen colour trend, whether this is the primary colour theme or used as only for an island unit or an accent feature. From heritage style hand-painted effects to modern lacquers and finishes... whatever shade of blue you may be in the mood for can easily be achieved in a Mowlem & Co bespoke kitchen.
Thorpedale Road, N4
Thorpedale Road, N4
Build Team
This open plan space is split into segments using the long and narrow kitchen island and the dining table. It is clear to see how each of these spaces can have different uses.
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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.

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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.

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