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Cambridge Victorian
Cambridge Victorian
Elms Interior DesignElms Interior Design
Photography by Michael J. Lee
This is an example of a large classic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
Rocky Ledge Kitchen
Rocky Ledge Kitchen
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
Photo Credit: Sam Gray Photography White Caesarstone Counters Black Marble Island Lights: Restoration Hardware- Benson Pendant (16")
Inspiration for a classic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets and integrated appliances.
Interior Design Model Home - Montalcino (1303)
Interior Design Model Home - Montalcino (1303)
UserUser
This large kitchen features all the latest in kitchen trends and layout ideas. http://arhomes.us/Montalcino1303
Castellina 1272
Castellina 1272
Arthur Rutenberg-Oakmont Custom HomesArthur Rutenberg-Oakmont Custom Homes
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Diego with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, composite countertops, porcelain splashback, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
White High Gloss Contemporary
White High Gloss Contemporary
Crystal Kitchen + BathCrystal Kitchen + Bath
Contemporary white high gloss Crystal cabinets with Cambria white cliff counter tops is striking. Adding black painted walls and large scale black tile floors make it even more dramatic. But with the addition of orange light fixtures and colorful artwork, the kitchen is over the top with energy. With no upper cabinets only floating shelves for display the base cabinets are well planned for each functional work zone. a. The “Cooking Zone” hosts the 60” range top (with hood) and is the heart of the kitchen. The ovens, coffee system and speed oven are located outside of this zone and use the island/snack bar as their landing space. b. The “Prep Zone” includes the refrigerator, freezer, sink, and dishwasher c. The “Entertainment Zones” has a separate sink and dishwasher, the wine cooler and beverage center. A desk off to the side of the kitchen with a large roll up tambour to keep any mess hidden. Also their robot vacuums have a charging station under the files drawers in the toe kick. NKBA 3rd Place Large Kitchen
2014 Spring Parade of Homes Winner
2014 Spring Parade of Homes Winner
Clark & Co HomesClark & Co Homes
Doug Petersen Photography
Photo of a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boise with shaker cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, light hardwood flooring, a belfast sink and granite worktops.
Madison - Bedford Ave
Madison - Bedford Ave
Star Renovations NYStar Renovations NY
Full custom kitchen with 10' Island and waterfall counter top
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, an island, white floors, black worktops and black appliances.
Olana Drive
Olana Drive
Hills & GrantHills & Grant
Photo: Lisa Petrol
Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, porcelain flooring, an island, white splashback, ceramic splashback and integrated appliances.
Hollow Way Residence
Hollow Way Residence
William S. Briggs Architect p.l.l.c.William S. Briggs Architect p.l.l.c.
Stephen Reed Photography
Photo of an expansive classic kitchen in Dallas with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, quartz worktops, stone slab splashback, limestone flooring, multiple islands, beige floors, white worktops and black appliances.
Chelsea
Chelsea
Lewis Alderson & Co.Lewis Alderson & Co.
Bespoke hand-made cabinetry. Paint colours by Lewis Alderson
Large classic galley kitchen/diner in London with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, granite worktops, mirror splashback, black appliances, marble flooring and no island.
Elegant painted classical kitchen
Elegant painted classical kitchen
The Design YardThe Design Yard
Malone, Belfast home
Inspiration for a large classic kitchen/diner in Other with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, granite worktops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, porcelain flooring, an island and white floors.
Golf Magazine's 2015 Golf Dream Home
Golf Magazine's 2015 Golf Dream Home
Design WestDesign West
This is an example of an expansive traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Miami with mosaic tiled splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and onyx worktops.
Streeterville Apartment II
Streeterville Apartment II
Eva Quateman InteriorsEva Quateman Interiors
Werner Straube Photography
This is an example of a large traditional grey and white u-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, white splashback, marble flooring, multi-coloured floors, a double-bowl sink, onyx worktops, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, black worktops and a drop ceiling.
Rinderloft
Rinderloft
BESPOKE Interior Design & ProductionBESPOKE Interior Design & Production
BESPOKE
Photo of a large scandi galley enclosed kitchen in Munich with flat-panel cabinets, light hardwood flooring, multiple islands, integrated appliances, an integrated sink, composite countertops, white splashback, wood splashback and brown floors.
Niagara On The Lake Home Photography
Niagara On The Lake Home Photography
Workman PhotographyWorkman Photography
Teagan Workman of Workman Photography
Expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Toronto with an island, flat-panel cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances and ceramic flooring.
Palmetto Bluff - Private Residence
Palmetto Bluff - Private Residence
Linda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris HomeLinda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris Home
This lovely home sits in one of the most pristine and preserved places in the country - Palmetto Bluff, in Bluffton, SC. The natural beauty and richness of this area create an exceptional place to call home or to visit. The house lies along the river and fits in perfectly with its surroundings. 4,000 square feet - four bedrooms, four and one-half baths All photos taken by Rachael Boling Photography
Pacific Heights Victorian
Pacific Heights Victorian
Peninsula Custom HomesPeninsula Custom Homes
Architect: Atelier Ugo Sap, Interior Design: James Marzo Design
This is an example of an expansive victorian kitchen in San Francisco with multi-coloured floors.
Fisher Island Condo
Fisher Island Condo
INTELLIGENT CONSTRUCTIONINTELLIGENT CONSTRUCTION
Alex Tarajano Photography
Large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, ceramic flooring, an island, beige floors, black splashback, black appliances and black worktops.
Cuisine "Belfort"
Cuisine "Belfort"
Baden Baden BruxellesBaden Baden Bruxelles
Baden Baden SPRL
Large classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Brussels with marble worktops, white splashback, an island and a belfast sink.
Peninsula Point Kitchen
Peninsula Point Kitchen
ReVision Design/RemodelingReVision Design/Remodeling
WINNER OF THE 2017 SOUTHEAST REGION NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF THE REMODELING INDUSTRY (NARI) CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR (CotY) AWARD FOR BEST KITCHEN OVER $150k | © Deborah Scannell Photography

Luxury 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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