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A New Beginning
A New Beginning
Staging Concepts & Designs, LLCStaging Concepts & Designs, LLC
Brick was added to the walls in this builder grade kitchen, and white oak planks were added to 3 sides of the plain island and stained with a "bourbon" toned oil stain. Pendants were replaced as well, and new barstools were purchased to compliment the style. Photo: Andrea Paquette
kitchen 126
kitchen 126
Savvy KitchensSavvy Kitchens
Photo of a large retro u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, grey floors, medium wood cabinets, quartz worktops, glass tiled splashback and cement flooring.
Crocus Hill Kitchen
Crocus Hill Kitchen
Full Circle Construction Inc.Full Circle Construction Inc.
Existing 100 year old Arts and Crafts home. Kitchen space was completely gutted down to framing. In floor heat, chefs stove, custom site-built cabinetry and soapstone countertops bring kitchen up to date. Designed by Jean Rehkamp and Ryan Lawinger of Rehkamp Larson Architects. Greg Page Photography
Orchid Greek Revival
Orchid Greek Revival
Patterson Custom HomesPatterson Custom Homes
Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped kitchen in Orange County with grey cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, white floors, white worktops and recessed-panel cabinets.
California Modern
California Modern
CM Natural DesignsCM Natural Designs
Chipper Hatter Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley kitchen in San Diego with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
Bucktown House
Bucktown House
Actual Architecture CompanyActual Architecture Company
Photo by Paul Crosby
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Omaha with a submerged sink, louvered cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and engineered stone countertops.
Barn+Home
Barn+Home
Volansky StudioVolansky Studio
Compact kitchen within an open floor plan concept.
Inspiration for a medium sized country l-shaped kitchen/diner in Burlington with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, composite countertops, black worktops and beige splashback.
Colin & Justin's Cabin Pressure
Colin & Justin's Cabin Pressure
Taylor Carpet One - Huntsville, ONTaylor Carpet One - Huntsville, ON
View Flooring ► http://www.taylorcarpetonehuntsville.com/ Follow on PINTEREST ► https://www.pinterest.com/TaylorFloorCoverings/ Follow on TWITTER ► https://twitter.com/TaylorFloorC Follow on SHOPMUSKOKA ► http://www.shopmuskoka.com/taylorfloorcoverings Colin and Justin Kentwood Floors - Cougar Rock
Beautiful Home
Beautiful Home
Supple Homes, IncSupple Homes, Inc
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and black worktops.
Emerald Hills Home
Emerald Hills Home
David Henig, ArchitectDavid Henig, Architect
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, a submerged sink and limestone worktops.
Marshall Remodel Addition
Marshall Remodel Addition
Duinkerken Homes, Inc.Duinkerken Homes, Inc.
Design ideas for a rustic open plan kitchen in Other with medium wood cabinets, grey splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and raised-panel cabinets.
Mid Century Modern Kitchen - Glen Ellyn, IL
Mid Century Modern Kitchen - Glen Ellyn, IL
TKS Design GroupTKS Design Group
  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   This large open concept kitchen and dining space was created by removing a load bearing wall between the old kitchen and a porch area. The new porch was insulated and incorporated into the overall space. The kitchen remodel was part of a whole house remodel so new quarter sawn oak flooring, a vaulted ceiling, windows and skylights were added. A large calcutta marble topped island takes center stage. It houses a 5’ galley workstation - a sink that provides a convenient spot for prepping, serving, entertaining and clean up. A 36” induction cooktop is located directly across from the island for easy access. Two appliance garages on either side of the cooktop house small appliances that are used on a daily basis. Honeycomb tile by Ann Sacks and open shelving along the cooktop wall add an interesting focal point to the room. Antique mirrored glass faces the storage unit housing dry goods and a beverage center. “I chose details for the space that had a bit of a mid-century vibe that would work well with what was originally a 1950s ranch. Along the way a previous owner added a 2nd floor making it more of a Cape Cod style home, a few eclectic details felt appropriate”, adds Klimala. The wall opposite the cooktop houses a full size fridge, freezer, double oven, coffee machine and microwave. “There is a lot of functionality going on along that wall”, adds Klimala. A small pull out countertop below the coffee machine provides a spot for hot items coming out of the ovens. The rooms creamy cabinetry is accented by quartersawn white oak at the island and wrapped ceiling beam. The golden tones are repeated in the antique brass light fixtures. “This is the second kitchen I’ve had the opportunity to design for myself. My taste has gotten a little less traditional over the years, and although I’m still a traditionalist at heart, I had some fun with this kitchen and took some chances. The kitchen is super functional, easy to keep clean and has lots of storage to tuck things away when I’m done using them. The casual dining room is fabulous and is proving to be a great spot to linger after dinner. We love it!” Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com
Kitchens
Kitchens
Banks Home Building, Inc.Banks Home Building, Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized classic l-shaped kitchen in Birmingham with beaded cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood flooring.
Lofty Cherry Kitchen
Lofty Cherry Kitchen
Sunday Kitchen & BathSunday Kitchen & Bath
Natural Cherry cabinets with soapstone countertops. Sunday Kitchen & Bath sundaykb.com 240.314.7011
Inspiration for a medium sized classic single-wall kitchen in DC Metro with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone worktops, grey splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Modern Kosher Kitchen
Modern Kosher Kitchen
Dream Kitchens, Inc.Dream Kitchens, Inc.
Modern kitchen with medium tone cherry cabinets and white quartz counters. The two tier island accomodates a second sink, second dishwasher and second oven.
ISLES KITCHEN
ISLES KITCHEN
Kate Roos Design LLCKate Roos Design LLC
A coffee bar and microwave are hidden behind doors that can tuck away.
Inspiration for a large l-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain flooring, an island and stainless steel appliances.
Wine Rack Kitchen
Wine Rack Kitchen
Jerry Schuster - Remodeling SpecialistJerry Schuster - Remodeling Specialist
Photo by the designer - Jerry Schuster
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Raleigh with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and no island.
Coastal White Kitchen
Coastal White Kitchen
Dovetailed KitchensDovetailed Kitchens
This bright coastal kitchen features soapstone counters, white Shaker cabinets, a beveled subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and beautiful barstools by W. A. Mitchell of Maine.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Lasley Brahaney Architecture + ConstructionLasley Brahaney Architecture + Construction
This cozy white traditional kitchen was redesigned to provide an open concept feel to the dining area. The dark wood ceiling beams, clear glass cabinet doors, Bianco Sardo granite countertops and white subway tile backsplash unite the quaint space.
Boathouse
Boathouse
Scott W Bartholomew ArchitectureScott W Bartholomew Architecture
J Weiland
This is an example of a medium sized rustic galley open plan kitchen in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, wood splashback, medium hardwood flooring and an island.

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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