Luxury Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Home by: Katahdin Cedar Log Homes
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland Maine with beige cabinets.

Hydeaway House

Schwartz and Architecture

Photography by Matthew Millman
This is an example of a modern l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, green splashback, concrete flooring, an island and grey floors.

Dual Skin

Susanna Cots

Mauricio Fuertes | Susanna Cots Interior Design
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Barcelona with black cabinets, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, beige floors and black worktops.

Secret Hollow Residence

LS3P Living

Kitchen | Custom home Studio of LS3P ASSOCIATES LTD. | Photo by Inspiro8 Studio.
This is an example of a large rustic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with light hardwood flooring, integrated appliances, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a submerged sink, composite countertops, grey splashback, stone tiled splashback, a breakfast bar and beige floors.

Chancellor's Residence, NC State University

dustin.peck.photography.inc

Photo by dustin peck photography inc; Interior Designer: Design Lines, Ltd (hpickett@designlinesltd.com), Architectural Design by Dean Marvin Malecha, FAIA, NC State University College of Design

A beautiful Kent oast house renovation: kitchen

burlanes interiors

With a busy working lifestyle and two small children, Burlanes worked closely with the home owners to transform a number of rooms in their home, to not only suit the needs of family life, but to give the wonderful building a new lease of life, whilst in keeping with the stunning historical features and characteristics of the incredible Oast House.

Multiform // Form 6 & Form 45 //

Multiform

Oskar Bakke
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Malmo with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors, white worktops and white cabinets.

Contemporary New Construction

FINA Construction Group Inc.

Ground up development. 7,000 sq ft contemporary luxury home constructed by FINA Construction Group Inc.
Expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble worktops, brown splashback, stone tiled splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, multiple islands and beige floors.

Las Casas Residence

Hsu McCullough

Kitchen beyond. White Oak cabinet panels wrap into Living Room. Inspired by Japanese tatami mats. Photo by Clark Dugger
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and beige floors.

Mountain House

John Hackler & Company LLC at Synergy Architecture

©Judy Watson Tracy Photography
Large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Orlando with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, metallic splashback and porcelain flooring.

Lake Minnetonka update

Partners 4, Design

Gilbertson Photography
This is an example of an expansive contemporary galley kitchen in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, integrated appliances, a double-bowl sink, granite worktops, porcelain splashback, porcelain flooring and an island.

Ghirardelli

TRG Architecture + Interior Design

Bernard Andre
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, engineered stone countertops and brown floors.

Newport #2

Hull Cove Design

Anthony Crisafulli
Design ideas for a medium sized beach style l-shaped kitchen/diner in Providence with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.

Magnolia

Hyde Evans Design

Award winning kitchen addition by Seattle Interior Design firm Hyde Evans Design.
Contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Seattle with stainless steel appliances, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops and a submerged sink.

Buckhead Client's Ski Retreat - Kitchen

New Mood Design LLC

Level Three: Base and tall cabinets in grey-stained European oak are topped with quartz countertops. The bronze leather bar stools are height-adjustable, from bar-height to table-height and any height in between. They're perfect for extra seating, as needed, in the living and dining room areas. Photograph © Darren Edwards, San Diego

North Apartments, Gold Coast

Kitchen Inspirations & Border Joinery

Design ideas for an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Gold Coast - Tweed with medium wood cabinets, multiple islands, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black splashback, mirror splashback, beige floors and white worktops.

Pente Urbaine

Dominique Marcon

Patrick Leclerc
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Grenoble with flat-panel cabinets, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors, a single-bowl sink and grey splashback.

Kitchen with TV area beyond

Ernesto Santalla PLLC

Excerpted from Washington Home & Design Magazine, Jan/Feb 2012 Full Potential Once ridiculed as “antipasto on the Potomac,” the Watergate complex designed by Italian architect Luigi Moretti has become one of Washington’s most respectable addresses. But its curvaceous 1960s architecture still poses design challenges for residents seeking to transform their outdated apartments for contemporary living. Inside, the living area now extends from the terrace door to the kitchen and an adjoining nook for watching TV. The rear wall of the kitchen isn’t tiled or painted, but covered in boards made of recycled wood fiber, fly ash and cement. A row of fir cabinets stands out against the gray panels and white-lacquered drawers under the Corian countertops add more contrast. “I now enjoy cooking so much more,” says the homeowner. “The previous kitchen had very little counter space and storage, and very little connection to the rest of the apartment.” “A neutral color scheme allows sculptural objects, in this case iconic furniture, and artwork to stand out,” says Santalla. “An element of contrast, such as a tone or a texture, adds richness to the palette.” In the master bedroom, Santalla designed the bed frame with attached nightstands and upholstered the adjacent wall to create an oversized headboard. He created a television stand on the adjacent wall that allows the screen to swivel so it can be viewed from the bed or terrace. Of all the renovation challenges facing the couple, one of the most problematic was deciding what to do with the original parquet floors in the living space. Santalla came up with the idea of staining the existing wood and extending the same dark tone to the terrace floor. “Now the indoor and outdoor parts of the apartment are integrated to create an almost seamless space,” says the homeowner. “The design succeeds in realizing the promise of what the Watergate can be.” Project completed in collaboration with Treacy & Eagleburger. Photography by Alan Karchmer

2010 A-List Award Winner

Blansfield Builders, Inc.

This is an example of a large rustic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in New York with stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets, an integrated sink, medium wood cabinets, concrete worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, travertine flooring and an island.

Modern Farmhouse

Jane Group Inc.

Modern farmhouse bespoke kitchen complete with two-toned cabinets, clean and long hardware, and custom range hood finished to match exposed I beams. Photo by Jeff Herr 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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