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Green Hill Project
Green Hill Project
Caldwell & Johnson Custom Builders & RemodelersCaldwell & Johnson Custom Builders & Remodelers
Green Hill Project Photo Credit: Nat Rea
Inspiration for a medium sized coastal u-shaped open plan kitchen in Providence with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Bellevue Mid Century
Bellevue Mid Century
Brio Interior DesignBrio Interior Design
Photography by Haris Kenjar
Design ideas for a retro kitchen in Seattle.
Crisp Architects
Crisp Architects
Crisp ArchitectsCrisp Architects
Rob Karosis, Photographer
Design ideas for a traditional enclosed kitchen in New York with glass-front cabinets, wood worktops, white cabinets, a submerged sink, white splashback and white appliances.
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Madison's View
Madison's View
Centre Sky Architecture LtdCentre Sky Architecture Ltd
Photos by Whitney Kamman
This is an example of a large rustic galley kitchen/diner in Other with light wood cabinets, an island, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, beige floors, quartz worktops and medium hardwood flooring.
Penrose Drive
Penrose Drive
Marvin Jensen @ Windermere Real EstateMarvin Jensen @ Windermere Real Estate
Phillip K Erickson
Inspiration for a contemporary open plan kitchen in Salt Lake City with blue cabinets.
Rassvet mansarda
Rassvet mansarda
KRAUZEarchitectsKRAUZEarchitects
Architects Krauze Alexander, Krauze Anna
Small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Moscow with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, black splashback, an island and black worktops.
Modern Home -Alicia Way
Modern Home -Alicia Way
AK Construction Enterprises Inc.AK Construction Enterprises Inc.
Photo of a modern kitchen in San Francisco.
Modern Farmhouse with views of Prior Lake
Modern Farmhouse with views of Prior Lake
Sustainable Nine Design + BuildSustainable Nine Design + Build
This is an example of a country kitchen in Minneapolis.
Glasscock
Glasscock
Clearcut Construction, Inc.Clearcut Construction, Inc.
Love how this kitchen renovation creates an open feel for our clients to their dining room and office and a better transition to back yard!
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Raleigh with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Daniel Island Drive
Daniel Island Drive
Delpino Custom HomesDelpino Custom Homes
Expansive country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Charleston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, an island and white worktops.
Sunset Aveune
Sunset Aveune
RS | MANNINO Architecture + ConstructionRS | MANNINO Architecture + Construction
Photo of a medium sized midcentury l-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, coloured appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Victorian Villa
Victorian Villa
Absolute ArchitectureAbsolute Architecture
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Berkshire.
Custom Homes by Cagley Construction
Custom Homes by Cagley Construction
Cagley ConstructionCagley Construction
This is an example of a large classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in New Orleans with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Cape Cod Traditional
Cape Cod Traditional
BAR Design + ConstructionBAR Design + Construction
Design ideas for a large classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with a belfast sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Bridgeport Residence
Bridgeport Residence
Dunlevie InteriorsDunlevie Interiors
Darlene Halaby
This is an example of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Orange County with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Sacramento Chic Entertainer
Sacramento Chic Entertainer
Nar Design GroupNar Design Group
This home remodel is a celebration of curves and light. Starting from humble beginnings as a basic builder ranch style house, the design challenge was maximizing natural light throughout and providing the unique contemporary style the client’s craved. The Entry offers a spectacular first impression and sets the tone with a large skylight and an illuminated curved wall covered in a wavy pattern Porcelanosa tile. The chic entertaining kitchen was designed to celebrate a public lifestyle and plenty of entertaining. Celebrating height with a robust amount of interior architectural details, this dynamic kitchen still gives one that cozy feeling of home sweet home. The large “L” shaped island accommodates 7 for seating. Large pendants over the kitchen table and sink provide additional task lighting and whimsy. The Dekton “puzzle” countertop connection was designed to aid the transition between the two color countertops and is one of the homeowner’s favorite details. The built-in bistro table provides additional seating and flows easily into the Living Room. A curved wall in the Living Room showcases a contemporary linear fireplace and tv which is tucked away in a niche. Placing the fireplace and furniture arrangement at an angle allowed for more natural walkway areas that communicated with the exterior doors and the kitchen working areas. The dining room’s open plan is perfect for small groups and expands easily for larger events. Raising the ceiling created visual interest and bringing the pop of teal from the Kitchen cabinets ties the space together. A built-in buffet provides ample storage and display. The Sitting Room (also called the Piano room for its previous life as such) is adjacent to the Kitchen and allows for easy conversation between chef and guests. It captures the homeowner’s chic sense of style and joie de vivre.
Church conversion
Church conversion
Linc Thelen DesignLinc Thelen Design
Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Chicago with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and light hardwood flooring.
Mill Valley
Mill Valley
Ken Linsteadt ArchitectsKen Linsteadt Architects
Paul Dyer
Photo of a rural open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Family kitchen
Family kitchen
RoundhouseRoundhouse
Roundhouse Urbo handless bespoke matt lacquer kitchen in Farrow & Ball Downpipe. Worksurface and splashback in Corian, Glacier White and on the island in stainless steel. Siemens appliances and Barazza flush / built-in gas hob. Westins ceiling extractor, Franke tap pull out nozzle in stainless steel and Quooker Boiling Water Tap. Evoline Power port pop up socket.

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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Refined Mountain Rustic
Refined Mountain Rustic
TKP ArchitectsTKP Architects
Welcome to the essential refined mountain rustic home: warm, homey, and sturdy. The house’s structure is genuine heavy timber framing, skillfully constructed with mortise and tenon joinery. Distressed beams and posts have been reclaimed from old American barns to enjoy a second life as they define varied, inviting spaces. Traditional carpentry is at its best in the great room’s exquisitely crafted wood trusses. Rugged Lodge is a retreat that’s hard to return from.
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