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Downey Street: A spacious new kitchen for two home chefs
Downey Street: A spacious new kitchen for two home chefs
IDF StudioIDF Studio
Timeless white kitchen with Carrara marble backsplash and custom gray-green island. Photo by Christopher Stark.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops, engineered stone countertops, marble splashback and beige floors.
Seville Whole Home Renovation
Seville Whole Home Renovation
EURO Design BuildEURO Design Build
We opened up the kitchen by removing a wall right of the fridge and remove the bar wall above the sink. A place that was not user-friendly to begin with.
Hyde Park Treehouse
Hyde Park Treehouse
HA ArchitectureHA Architecture
Photo by: Leonid Furmansky
Photo of a small traditional l-shaped kitchen in Austin with a submerged sink, soapstone worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets and orange floors.
Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
Thompson ConstructionThompson Construction
Spacecrafting / Architectural Photography
Photo of a medium sized rural l-shaped kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Tustin Kitchen
Tustin Kitchen
Vision InteriorsVision Interiors
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Orange County with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, grey floors, marble worktops and porcelain flooring.
Karlavägen 82
Karlavägen 82
dream design sthlmdream design sthlm
Photo of a medium sized scandi single-wall kitchen/diner in Stockholm with flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island and marble worktops.
Sekelskiftes Kök
Sekelskiftes Kök
This is an example of a medium sized victorian l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Stockholm with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, an island, marble worktops, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood flooring.
Beacon Hill
Beacon Hill
Heidi Caillier DesignHeidi Caillier Design
Design ideas for a rural l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Prospect Park West Kitchen
Prospect Park West Kitchen
Horrigan O'Malley ArchitectsHorrigan O'Malley Architects
Natural quartz countertops and backsplash.
Design ideas for a small contemporary galley kitchen/diner in New York with stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, stone slab splashback, an island, medium hardwood flooring, grey splashback and brown floors.
Maher Project
Maher Project
Barbara Purdy - Purdy & Associates DesignBarbara Purdy - Purdy & Associates Design
Design by Barbara Purdy Cabinetry manufactured and installed by Deslaurier Custom Cabinets
This is an example of a traditional l-shaped kitchen in Ottawa with metro tiled splashback, a belfast sink, granite worktops, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback and grey worktops.
IRG Kitchens
IRG Kitchens
Integrated Resources GroupIntegrated Resources Group
This is an example of a medium sized classic kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and beige floors.
West Village Pied-A-Terre
West Village Pied-A-Terre
Lucy Harris StudioLucy Harris Studio
Notable decor elements include: Ronde pendant lights from Matter, LaPalma Mak swivel stools Photography: Francesco Bertocci
Photo of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, black floors, white worktops and light wood cabinets.
Cozy Kitchen in St. Paul
Cozy Kitchen in St. Paul
Crystal Kitchen + BathCrystal Kitchen + Bath
Traditional kitchen with built in breakfast bench in St. Paul Minnesota. Photo by Spacecrafting Photography
This is an example of a traditional kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and black worktops.
An Urban Transformation
An Urban Transformation
Moneca Kaiser Design Build (MKDB)Moneca Kaiser Design Build (MKDB)
This beautiful 1940's Bungalow was consciously renovated to respect the architectural style of the neighborhood. This harmonious kitchen renovation was featured in The Ottawa Magazine: Modern Love - Interior Design Issue. Click the link below to check out what the design community is saying about this modern love. http://www.ottawamagazine.com/homes-gardens/2012/04/05/a-house-we-love-after-moving-into-a-1940s-bungalow-a-design-savvy-couple-commits-to-a-creative-reno/#more-27808
ROSE
ROSE
UserUser
Kitchen updated with Viking Appliances, Hansgrohe+Axor Citterio Semi-Pro Kitchen and Prep Faucet, Carrara Marble Island, and white quartzstone countertops. Lance Gerber, Nuvue Interactive, LLC
NE PDX Kitchen Remodel
NE PDX Kitchen Remodel
Right Arm ConstructionRight Arm Construction
KuDa Photography Complete kitchen remodel in a Craftsman style with very rich wood tones and clean painted upper cabinets. White Caesarstone countertops add a lot of light to the space as well as the new back door leading to the back yard.
Classic Kitchen - Open Plan Living
Classic Kitchen - Open Plan Living
Neil Norton DesignNeil Norton Design
This open plan kitchen features a stunning granite worktop which is matched with a tall splashback, creating a timeless elegant look. Wooden painted cabinets provide maximum storage and the classic kitchen is laid out to be both functional and comfortable. The extractor fan, integrated into the ceiling, together with fully integrated appliances, add the contemporary touch to this elegant, classical style of kitchen.
Tiburon home remodel
Tiburon home remodel
Mahoney Architects & InteriorsMahoney Architects & Interiors
A custom marble topped island. This design was a collaboration between the architect and the custom cabinet maker
This is an example of a medium sized traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with white cabinets, marble worktops, stainless steel appliances, white splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island, a belfast sink and shaker cabinets.
Denver
Denver
SF Metalworks - Custom Decorative MetalsSF Metalworks - Custom Decorative Metals
Bernard Andre
This is an example of a medium sized victorian u-shaped enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, white cabinets, grey splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, raised-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, stone slab splashback and brown floors.
Palmetto Bluff Cottage/Design Studio, SC
Palmetto Bluff Cottage/Design Studio, SC
lisa furey interiorslisa furey interiors
Our goal on this project was to create a live-able and open feeling space in a 690 square foot modern farmhouse. We planned for an open feeling space by installing tall windows and doors, utilizing pocket doors and building a vaulted ceiling. An efficient layout with hidden kitchen appliances and a concealed laundry space, built in tv and work desk, carefully selected furniture pieces and a bright and white colour palette combine to make this tiny house feel like a home. We achieved our goal of building a functionally beautiful space where we comfortably host a few friends and spend time together as a family. John McManus

Premium 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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