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Modern Sophisticate - Kitchen & Living Room
Modern Sophisticate - Kitchen & Living Room
Crush CollectiveCrush Collective
SpaceCrafting
This is an example of a large scandi kitchen in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, white appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Arizona Desert Mountain Retreat
Arizona Desert Mountain Retreat
ArchitecTor, PCArchitecTor, PC
The breathtaking panoramic views from this Desert Mountain property inspired the owners and architect to take full advantage of indoor-outdoor living. Glass walls and retractable door systems allow you to enjoy the expansive desert and cityscape views from every room. The rustic blend of stone and organic materials seamlessly blend inside and out.
Country Retreat
Country Retreat
Rill ArchitectsRill Architects
James Ray Spahn
This is an example of a farmhouse u-shaped kitchen in DC Metro with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, wood worktops and stainless steel appliances.
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Eichler Remodel
Eichler Remodel
Studio Bergtraun AIAStudio Bergtraun AIA
Medium sized midcentury l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, wood worktops, stone slab splashback, porcelain flooring, an island, black floors and brown worktops.
Santa Barbara Foothills, Craftsman, New Construction, Palomino Ridge Residence
Santa Barbara Foothills, Craftsman, New Construction, Palomino Ridge Residence
Dennis Thompson ArchitectDennis Thompson Architect
Contractor: Giffin and Crane Photographer: Jim Bartsch
Inspiration for a medium sized classic l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Santa Barbara with stainless steel appliances, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, mirror splashback, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Idaho 550 sq ft FabCab
Idaho 550 sq ft FabCab
FabCabFabCab
Location: Sand Point, ID. Photos by Marie-Dominique Verdier; built by Selle Valley
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic single-wall kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, metallic splashback, medium hardwood flooring, no island and brown floors.
NW 13th Avenue Loft
NW 13th Avenue Loft
Jessica Helgerson Interior DesignJessica Helgerson Interior Design
Our project was in one such space, an old brick and concrete building that was originally a warehouse and manufacturing facility. It was converted into condos in the 1990s. This particular unit had been divided up so that a long and narrow hall was the first point of entry, with limited storage and a rather jarring color palette of red, green and blue along with yellowish bamboo. The space was fairly small, only 870 square feet. Photos by Lincoln Barbour.
Hat Trick
Hat Trick
RMT ArchitectsRMT Architects
Photo of a rustic kitchen in Denver with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and integrated appliances.
Beartooth Foothills
Beartooth Foothills
Montana Reclaimed Lumber Co.Montana Reclaimed Lumber Co.
Hand Hewn Timbers. Photos by Jessie Moore Photography
Photo of a rustic kitchen in Other with integrated appliances, recessed-panel cabinets and green cabinets.
Martha's Vineyard Beach Cottage
Martha's Vineyard Beach Cottage
Elizabeth Swartz InteriorsElizabeth Swartz Interiors
Photo of a coastal kitchen in Boston with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble worktops and stainless steel appliances.
All Around Farm
All Around Farm
Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.
Photographer: Tom Crane
Country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, metallic splashback, metal splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Rustic Kitchen
Rustic Kitchen
Photo of a rustic u-shaped kitchen in Austin with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige splashback and integrated appliances.
Irving Park (3)
Irving Park (3)
Cabinet Concepts, GreensboroCabinet Concepts, Greensboro
Traditional Kitchen Remodel, features painted & glazed beaded-inset cabinetry with rift & quartered oak accents in stylized X door design.
Traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with beaded cabinets, a submerged sink, granite worktops, beige splashback, stone tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Chestwood Spanish Revival
Chestwood Spanish Revival
Jewel Box HomesJewel Box Homes
Photo of a rustic kitchen in Houston with integrated appliances.
Modern Kitchen
Modern Kitchen
Feldman Architecture, Inc.Feldman Architecture, Inc.
photo by Paul Dyer
This is an example of a classic kitchen/diner in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, a belfast sink and white cabinets.
Rocky River Kitchen
Rocky River Kitchen
Cornerstone ArchitectsCornerstone Architects
Framed by a large, arched wall, the kitchen is the heart of the home. It is where the family shares its meals and is the center of entertaining. The focal point of the kitchen is the 6'x12' island, where six people can comfortably wrap around one end for dining or visiting, while the other end is reserved for food prep. Nestled to one side, there is an intimate wet bar that serves double duty as an extension to the kitchen and can cater to those at the island as well as out to the family room. Extensive work areas and storage, including a scullery, give this kitchen over-the-top versatility. Designed by the architect, the cabinets reinforce the Craftsman motif from the legs of the island to the detailing in the cabinet pulls. The beams at the ceiling provide a twist as they are designed in two tiers allowing a lighting monorail to past between them and provide for hidden lighting above to reflect down from the ceiling. Photography by Casey Dunn
Kitchen
Kitchen
Brian Watford InteriorsBrian Watford Interiors
Large traditional kitchen/diner in Atlanta with white cabinets, shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Pool House
Pool House
Leslie Saul & AssociatesLeslie Saul & Associates
Pool house
Inspiration for a contemporary enclosed kitchen in Boston with stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, metallic splashback and metal splashback.
Klopf Architecture A Frame Los Altos Hills Remodel
Klopf Architecture A Frame Los Altos Hills Remodel
Klopf ArchitectureKlopf Architecture
Inspiration for a retro galley kitchen in San Francisco with ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and red splashback.

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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Kauai Residence - Hawaii
Kauai Residence - Hawaii
Sutton Suzuki ArchitectsSutton Suzuki Architects
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and shaker cabinets.
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