Affordable Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Berlin - Private Studio Apartment – Weiße, klassische Küche

Zoë Noble Photography A labour of love that took over a year to complete, the evolution of this space represents my personal style whilst respecting rental restrictions. With an emphasis on the significance of individual objects and some minimalist restraint, the multifunctional living space utilises a high/low mix of furnishings. The kitchen features Ikea cupboards and custom shelving. A farmhouse sink, oak worktop and vintage milk pails are a gentle nod towards my country roots.

Un après-midi chez Nessa

Aurélien Vivier

Aurélien Vivier © 2016 Houzz
This is an example of a large scandinavian l-shaped kitchen/diner in Lyon with a double-bowl sink, black cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring and no island.

Vintage Galley

PowerSmith Design

XL Visions
Design ideas for a small urban l-shaped kitchen in Boston with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, no island, stainless steel appliances, slate flooring and brown floors.

Kitchen Remodel

Justrich Design

Photos by James Hall Photography http://jameshallphotography.zenfolio.com/

Kitchen - Backsplash -White Wave Panel Tile

Custom Surface Solutions

Custom Surface Solutions - Owner Craig Thompson (512) 430-1215. This album shows a kitchen backsplash with UBkitchen cabinets, large 35" x 12.5" white wave pattern tile.

Worthington Kitchen Remodel

Reliance Design Build

Arc Photography
Medium sized classic galley kitchen/diner in Columbus with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.

Appartement en banlieue parisienne - L&J

Justine Macé

NL réalisation
Medium sized classic l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Paris with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood worktops, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances and no island.

Long Beach Island, NJ Renovation

JV Design

Photo of a small nautical single-wall enclosed kitchen in Other with marble worktops, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, stone tiled splashback, a single-bowl sink, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.

HGTV Modern Farmhouse Marine Blue Kitchen

SH interiors

We completely renovated this space for an episode of HGTV House Hunters Renovation. The kitchen was originally a galley kitchen. We removed a wall between the DR and the kitchen to open up the space. We used a combination of countertops in this kitchen. To give a buffer to the wood counters, we used slabs of marble each side of the sink. This adds interest visually and helps to keep the water away from the wood counters. We used blue and cream for the cabinetry which is a lovely, soft mix and wood shelving to match the wood counter tops. To complete the eclectic finishes we mixed gold light fixtures and cabinet hardware with black plumbing fixtures and shelf brackets.

Borgo della Fortezza - 110 sqm

Turn Key Italia

Borgo della Fortezza, Spello. photo Michele Garramone
Design ideas for a small mediterranean single-wall enclosed kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, terracotta flooring and no island.

Kensington Co-op

Brooklyn Kitchen Design /Design Build Brooklyn LLC

Richard Cordero
Small bohemian galley enclosed kitchen in New York with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate flooring and no island.

South Long Springs Butte Kitchen

TVL Creative Ltd.

This kitchen took a tired, 80’s builder kitchen and revamped it into a personalized gathering space for our wonderful client. The existing space was split up by the dated configuration of eat-in kitchen table area to one side and cramped workspace on the other. It didn’t just under-serve our client’s needs; it flat out discouraged them from using the space. Our client desired an open kitchen with a central gathering space where family and friends could connect. To open things up, we removed the half wall separating the kitchen from the dining room and the wall that blocked sight lines to the family room and created a narrow hallway to the kitchen. The old oak cabinets weren't maximizing storage and were dated and dark. We used Waypoint Living Spaces cabinets in linen white to brighten up the room. On the east wall, we created a hutch-like stack that features an appliance garage that keeps often used countertop appliance on hand but out of sight. The hutch also acts as a transition from the cooking zone to the coffee and wine area. We eliminated the north window that looked onto the entry walkway and activated this wall as storage with refrigerator enclosure and pantry. We opted to leave the east window as-is and incorporated it into the new kitchen layout by creating a window well for growing plants and herbs. The countertops are Pental Quartz in Carrara. The sleek cabinet hardware is from our friends at Amerock in a gorgeous satin champagne bronze. One of the most striking features in the space is the pattern encaustic tile from Tile Shop. The pop of blue in the backsplash adds personality and contrast to the champagne accents. The reclaimed wood cladding surrounding the large east-facing window introduces a quintessential Colorado vibe, and the natural texture balances the crisp white cabinetry and geometric patterned tile. Minimalist modern lighting fixtures from Mitzi by Hudson Valley Lighting provide task lighting over the sink and at the wine/ coffee station. The visual lightness of the sink pendants maintains the openness and visual connection between the kitchen and dining room. Together the elements make for a sophisticated yet casual vibe-- a comfortable chic kitchen. We love the way this space turned out and are so happy that our clients now have such a bright and welcoming gathering space as the heart of their home!

Waypoint Painted Harbor Cabinets and Lenova

Cabinet-S-Top

In this duplex remodel, new cabinets were installed through the entire home. Waypoint LivingSpaces 410F Painted Harbor door style was installed on the perimeter of the kitchen with Waypoint LivingSpaces 410F Painted Harbor Maple Espresso cabinet was installed on the island accented with Amerock Blackrock pulls in satin nickel. A Lenova handmade stainless steel 30x9 ledge sink with Bamboo cutting board was installed in the kitchen. In the main bathroom Waypoint LivingSpaces 410F Painted Stone door style cabinets were installed. In the powder room Waypoint LivingSpaces 410F Painted Harbor Maple Espresso was installed. In the laundry room is Waypoint LivingSpaces 410F Painted Stone cabinets with a Lenova porcelain undermount sink.

Traditional Edwardian Shaker Kitchen

Broadway Bespoke Kitchens

Photo of a large classic galley kitchen/diner in Essex with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, beige splashback, an island and brown floors.

Modern Rustic Irvine Remodel

k. smith interiors

Terrific Photos by Thomas Pellicer
Design ideas for a medium sized country u-shaped kitchen in Orange County with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, porcelain flooring, brown floors and grey worktops.

Dunnington St. Renovation

Adaptive Building Solutions

MichaelChristiePhotography
Medium sized classic galley kitchen/diner in Detroit with a built-in sink, quartz worktops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

Islington Home

Joy Flanagan Design

Mark Williams Photo
Inspiration for a small bohemian kitchen/diner in London with a belfast sink, wood worktops, coloured appliances, medium hardwood flooring, no island, brown worktops, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets and multi-coloured splashback.

Lucite Shelves

Alana Irwin Interiors

Floating Lucite Shelves were created for this Kitchen and accented with Juliska Blue and White Pottery
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.

Renovering efterbilder

Petersson & Svensson

Design ideas for a large scandi single-wall kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white splashback, black appliances and no island.

AG&M Granite

AG&M Austin (Architectural Granite & Marble)

Black Galaxy granite used for a dark counter top and backsplash.
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional galley enclosed kitchen in Austin with a built-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances and travertine flooring.

Affordable 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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