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The Wave House
The Wave House
KBC DevelopmentsKBC Developments
Situated on a challenging sloped lot, an elegant and modern home was achieved with a focus on warm walnut, stainless steel, glass and concrete. Each floor, named Sand, Sea, Surf and Sky, is connected by a floating walnut staircase and an elevator concealed by walnut paneling in the entrance. The home captures the expansive and serene views of the ocean, with spaces outdoors that incorporate water and fire elements. Ease of maintenance and efficiency was paramount in finishes and systems within the home. Accents of Swarovski crystals illuminate the corridor leading to the master suite and add sparkle to the lighting throughout. A sleek and functional kitchen was achieved featuring black walnut and charcoal gloss millwork, also incorporating a concealed pantry and quartz surfaces. An impressive wine cooler displays bottles horizontally over steel and walnut, spanning from floor to ceiling. Features were integrated that capture the fluid motion of a wave and can be seen in the flexible slate on the contoured fireplace, Modular Arts wall panels, and stainless steel accents. The foyer and outer decks also display this sense of movement. At only 22 feet in width, and 4300 square feet of dramatic finishes, a four car garage that includes additional space for the client's motorcycle, the Wave House was a productive and rewarding collaboration between the client and KBC Developments. Featured in Homes & Living Vancouver magazine July 2012! photos by Rob Campbell - www.robcampbellphotography photos by Tony Puezer - www.brightideaphotography.com
Doncaster East Home - Kitchen
Doncaster East Home - Kitchen
smarterBATHROOMS+smarterBATHROOMS+
Photography by Shannon McGrath
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Melbourne with white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, light hardwood flooring, a built-in sink, beaded cabinets, composite countertops, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Harrell Design + BuildHarrell Design + Build
Contemporary l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite worktops and slate splashback.
Elwood Bamboo Kitchen
Elwood Bamboo Kitchen
Camilla Molders DesignCamilla Molders Design
Residential Interior Design & Decoration project by Camilla Molders Design
Design ideas for a large classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, blue splashback, a submerged sink, wood worktops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Mt. Tabor East
Mt. Tabor East
Square Deal Remodeling Co.Square Deal Remodeling Co.
This house is owned by a couple of professional restaurateurs who were looking to replace their cramped old 50's kitchen. We began by removing a wall (in-line with the railing behind the range) separating the kitchen from the living room, allowing in spacious views of east Portland and Mt. Hood in the distance. In this cook's kitchen we designed a custom, restaurant grade stainless steel countertop with an integrated sink (left). Beautiful cherry cabinets with sleek brushed nickel hardware helped to take the space into the modern era. An integrated computer/office nook in the corner provides a place to look up the latest recipe. Photo By Nicks Photo Design
Lake Home Residence
Lake Home Residence
Jeanne Blenkush DesignJeanne Blenkush Design
Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.
The Pointe
The Pointe
Lohss ConstructionLohss Construction
Design ideas for a rustic kitchen/diner in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Bird Street-Birmingham, Michigan
Bird Street-Birmingham, Michigan
Meg Corley Premier InteriorsMeg Corley Premier Interiors
Dan Wonsch
Photo of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Detroit with metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Country Club At The Fort
Country Club At The Fort
California CabinetsCalifornia Cabinets
Design ideas for a mediterranean kitchen/diner in San Francisco with raised-panel cabinets, marble worktops, dark wood cabinets and terracotta flooring.
Madeira Condo Remodel in Marco Island, FL
Madeira Condo Remodel in Marco Island, FL
41 West41 West
World-inspired u-shaped kitchen/diner in Miami with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, integrated appliances, granite worktops, stone slab splashback, porcelain flooring and an island.
Contemporary Kitchen Cabinetry
Contemporary Kitchen Cabinetry
Modiani KitchensModiani Kitchens
Contemporary galley kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Dining and kitchen
Dining and kitchen
Jenkins Custom HomesJenkins Custom Homes
backsplash, cabinet wall, eat-in kitchen, granite counter, hidden vent hood, kitchen island, large tile, pendant lights, pot filler, transitional, upholstered dining chairs, waterfall counter, wood beams,
Daniels Design
Daniels Design
Daniels Design & RemodelingDaniels Design & Remodeling
Daniels Design Kitchen's
Design ideas for a classic kitchen in DC Metro with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets and medium wood cabinets.
Traditional Kitchen
Traditional Kitchen
Traditional enclosed kitchen in Boston with stainless steel appliances, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and granite worktops.
Great Room Kitchen
Great Room Kitchen
Frederick + Frederick ArchitectsFrederick + Frederick Architects
Photo of a contemporary kitchen/diner in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, a submerged sink, granite worktops, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
City House
City House
SHKS ArchitectsSHKS Architects
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Seattle with stainless steel appliances, an island, brown floors and blue worktops.
Kitchen Karma
Kitchen Karma
2fORM Architecture2fORM Architecture
Kitchen/bar area Photographer: Jeff Amram Photography
This is an example of a modern kitchen in Portland with stainless steel appliances.
Kitchen Karma
Kitchen Karma
2fORM Architecture2fORM Architecture
Kitchen/bar area Photographer: Jeff Amram Photography
Design ideas for a modern kitchen in Portland with stainless steel appliances.
2001 showcase
2001 showcase
Witt ConstructionWitt Construction
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and stainless steel appliances.
My Houzz: Bold Wallpaper Kicks Up a Century-Old Craftsman
My Houzz: Bold Wallpaper Kicks Up a Century-Old Craftsman
Sarah GreenmanSarah Greenman
Sarah Greenman © 2012 Houzz
Classic kitchen in Seattle.

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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