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225 Weybosset
225 Weybosset
KITE Architects, IncKITE Architects, Inc
Photo Credit: Christian Harder
Inspiration for a scandi single-wall open plan kitchen in Providence with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island and beige floors.
Kitchen & Bath Renovation in Orleans, MA
Kitchen & Bath Renovation in Orleans, MA
Cape Associates, Inc.Cape Associates, Inc.
As innkeepers, Lois and Evan Evans know all about hospitality. So after buying a 1955 Cape Cod cottage whose interiors hadn’t been updated since the 1970s, they set out on a whole-house renovation, a major focus of which was the kitchen. The goal of this renovation was to create a space that would be efficient and inviting for entertaining, as well as compatible with the home’s beach-cottage style. Cape Associates removed the wall separating the kitchen from the dining room to create an open, airy layout. The ceilings were raised and clad in shiplap siding and highlighted with new pine beams, reflective of the cottage style of the home. New windows add a vintage look. The designer used a whitewashed palette and traditional cabinetry to push a casual and beachy vibe, while granite countertops add a touch of elegance. The layout was rearranged to include an island that’s roomy enough for casual meals and for guests to hang around when the owners are prepping party meals. Placing the main sink and dishwasher in the island instead of the usual under-the-window spot was a decision made by Lois early in the planning stages. “If we have guests over, I can face everyone when I’m rinsing vegetables or washing dishes,” she says. “Otherwise, my back would be turned.” The old avocado-hued linoleum flooring had an unexpected bonus: preserving the original oak floors, which were refinished. The new layout includes room for the homeowners’ hutch from their previous residence, as well as an old pot-bellied stove, a family heirloom. A glass-front cabinet allows the homeowners to show off colorful dishes. Bringing the cabinet down to counter level adds more storage. Stacking the microwave, oven and warming drawer adds efficiency.
Cannonsburg Contemporary
Cannonsburg Contemporary
TruKitchensTruKitchens
Grabill Cabinets Lacunar door style perimeter Maple cabinets in a custom light finish, Grabill Cabinets Lacunar door style White Oak Rift island in custom black finish, White DaVinci quartzite countertops. Visbeen Architects, Lynn Hollander Design, Ashley Avila Photography.
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A Colorful Home Renovation: Making Room for Grand-Children
A Colorful Home Renovation: Making Room for Grand-Children
JCR Design GroupJCR Design Group
Photo of a medium sized classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in St Louis with white cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, metro tiled splashback, grey worktops and brown floors.
Mountain Transitional
Mountain Transitional
KM DesignKM Design
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Denver with blue cabinets, a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, window splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors, engineered stone countertops, integrated appliances and white worktops.
Sag Harbor Custom Home
Sag Harbor Custom Home
Heartwood CorpHeartwood Corp
This is an example of a large coastal l-shaped kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, quartz worktops and brown floors.
Beach House Kitchen - Margate, NJ
Beach House Kitchen - Margate, NJ
Rhonda Sacks InteriorsRhonda Sacks Interiors
Stuart Tyson
This is an example of a large beach style kitchen/diner in Philadelphia with a submerged sink, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, engineered stone countertops, white worktops and shaker cabinets.
Mill House Condo
Mill House Condo
Chris ReilmannChris Reilmann
Chris Reilmann Photo
Small contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Denver with an island, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
Essex Farmhouse Kitchen
Essex Farmhouse Kitchen
Kristina Crestin DesignKristina Crestin Design
Jared Kuzia Photography
Inspiration for a rural kitchen in Manchester with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, concrete worktops, window splashback, an island and grey floors.
Pennsylania Ave
Pennsylania Ave
Istoria Interior DesignIstoria Interior Design
Inspiration for a traditional kitchen in Denver with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Extension & Renovation Malone Belfast
Extension & Renovation Malone Belfast
Jim Morrison ArchitectsJim Morrison Architects
Rory Corrigan
Photo of a medium sized traditional kitchen/diner in Belfast with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, mirror splashback, coloured appliances, an island and white floors.
Los Altos Modern Home Remodel
Los Altos Modern Home Remodel
Kathleen JennisonKathleen Jennison
Kitchen Remodel- LED toe kick lighting illuminates this large island giving the appearance it's floating
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Chase Street Traditional
Chase Street Traditional
Julia Katrine DesignsJulia Katrine Designs
Feel a part of the party in this open concept kitchen. A built in wine fridge is a must have in the wine country, with quartzite counter tops and open cabinets in a light neutral color palette keeps this space from becoming heavy.
Sumptuous Beaded Kitchen
Sumptuous Beaded Kitchen
Traditional Bespoke FurnitureTraditional Bespoke Furniture
Richard Gadsby
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional l-shaped kitchen in Kent with beaded cabinets, blue cabinets, granite worktops, glass sheet splashback, an island and medium hardwood flooring.
Tumble Creek Luxury Cabins
Tumble Creek Luxury Cabins
4D Architects4D Architects
Inspiration for a rustic kitchen/diner in Seattle with an island, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, brown floors, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and medium hardwood flooring.
Highlands Drive
Highlands Drive
Creative Cabinetry CorpCreative Cabinetry Corp
Manufacturer: Homestead Cabinet and Furniture Wood Species: Rehau High Gloss Acrylic Color: Bianco Door Style: Slab with Slab drawer front Construction Style: Frameless
Dramatic New Construction
Dramatic New Construction
Marcia Moore DesignMarcia Moore Design
ASID award for Whole House Design. They say the kitchen is the heart of the home, and this kitchen sure has heart: complete with top of the line appliances, glass mosaic backsplash, a generous statement island, and enough space for the whole family to comfortably connect. The space was designed around the family's art collection, and the pendants are family heirlooms that were repurposed to meet the aesthetic of the space. Photo by Alise O'Brien
Windsong
Windsong
Studio McGeeStudio McGee
Design ideas for a large beach style kitchen in Salt Lake City with an island, white splashback, shaker cabinets, marble worktops, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Scandinavian Farmhouse
Scandinavian Farmhouse
IntrospecsIntrospecs
Caleb Vandermeer Photography
This is an example of a large classic grey and white u-shaped kitchen/diner in Portland with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.

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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The Jolie
The Jolie
Tudor Villas CorporationTudor Villas Corporation
Large classic kitchen/diner in Miami with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine flooring, multiple islands and a submerged sink.
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