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Mountain Home
Mountain Home
StudioBeckerStudioBecker
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors, white worktops, composite countertops and integrated appliances.
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Kitchens
Wilkinson PreservationWilkinson Preservation
This is an example of a classic u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Rustic Lodge style home
Rustic Lodge style home
Collaborative Design Group-Architects & InteriorsCollaborative Design Group-Architects & Interiors
kitchen rustic with antique beam ceilings, and furniture like cabinetry. TV is hidden above the range at the hood,
Design ideas for a rustic kitchen in Houston with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and integrated appliances.
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Kissel Residence
Kissel Residence
crbs co.crbs co.
William Kildow
Design ideas for a classic kitchen/diner in Chicago with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.
My Houzz: Artistry and Craftsmanship Create a Heartfelt Home
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Sarah GreenmanSarah Greenman
Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2013 Houzz
Classic kitchen in San Luis Obispo with granite worktops.
Brentwood Traditional 1
Brentwood Traditional 1
P2 DesignP2 Design
http://belairphotography.com/
Retro Minneapolis Kitchen
Retro Minneapolis Kitchen
Fiddlehead Design Group, LLCFiddlehead Design Group, LLC
Photo of a classic enclosed kitchen in Minneapolis with stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback and multi-coloured floors.
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Don Gaspar
Don Gaspar
Tierra ConceptsTierra Concepts
Photo of a large traditional galley enclosed kitchen in Albuquerque with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, stainless steel appliances, brick flooring, an island, black floors and soapstone worktops.
Kitchen 1 Queen Anne Bungalow
Kitchen 1 Queen Anne Bungalow
Seattle Custom CabinetsSeattle Custom Cabinets
photography by Tim Schultz
This is an example of a traditional kitchen in Seattle with tile countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback and white appliances.
A Bernal Heights 2 Residence
A Bernal Heights 2 Residence
Nerland Building & Restoration, Inc.Nerland Building & Restoration, Inc.
www.davidkingsburyphoto.com For more information on this project please see: http://www.nerland.net/
Lavender Foursquare
Lavender Foursquare
FitzHarris Designs, Architects + DesignersFitzHarris Designs, Architects + Designers
New addition for kitchen, breakfast nook, sunroom porch, and mudroom. New large windows face onto backyard for southern light, views, and flow onto rear patio. Period cabinetry with inset hinges and doors with a blue-green paint finish. Jerusalem gold limestone counters. Large island with Kohler linear bar sink.
Lake Retreat
Lake Retreat
Laura Manchee DesignsLaura Manchee Designs
Kitchen | Photo Credit: Miro Dvorscak
This is an example of a medium sized traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Austin with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, granite worktops, concrete flooring and an island.
Seating area with drop-leaf table
Seating area with drop-leaf table
The Wood ConnectionThe Wood Connection
One corner of the kitchen was designated as a breakfast nook, featuring built-in seating with drawer storage and a custom-built drop-leaf table.
This is an example of a traditional kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets and white cabinets.
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Westlake Craftsman Remodel
Westlake Craftsman Remodel
Laura Burton InteriorsLaura Burton Interiors
Whit Preston
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with mosaic tiled splashback, light wood cabinets, a double-bowl sink, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Charleston Grey Shaker Kitchen
Charleston Grey Shaker Kitchen
BP Kitchens & InteriorsBP Kitchens & Interiors
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Hampshire with a belfast sink.
Case Design/Remodeling, Inc.
Case Design/Remodeling, Inc.
Case Architects & RemodelersCase Architects & Remodelers
This is an example of a classic open plan kitchen in DC Metro with stainless steel appliances, granite worktops, raised-panel cabinets and medium wood cabinets.
2008 Saratoga Showcase Home
2008 Saratoga Showcase Home
Witt ConstructionWitt Construction
Photo of a classic open plan kitchen in New York.

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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Traditional Kitchens
Traditional Kitchens
Kitchen Traditions of ColoradoKitchen Traditions of Colorado
Traditional kitchen in Denver with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Stock Farm Residence
Stock Farm Residence
Locati ArchitectsLocati Architects
Gibeon Photography
This is an example of a rustic kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, glass worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances and turquoise worktops.
A Plan for the Ages
A Plan for the Ages
Meadowlark Design+BuildMeadowlark Design+Build
A Meadowlark kitchen that's both functional and fashionable. In this LEED Platinum home by Meadowlark Design + Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Detroit with medium wood cabinets, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring, shaker cabinets, a breakfast bar, beige floors, black worktops and laminate countertops.
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