Kitchen Ideas and Designs

TS KITCHEN PROJECTS
Contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Toronto with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, green splashback, mosaic tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Pleasant Valley

Tobi Fairley Interior Design

Perimeter cabinets are Sherwin Williams Wool Skein and island is Sherwin Williams Topsail, both with a custom glaze, bar pendants and lantern are Visual Comfort, dining Table from Hickory Chair, counter stools and dining chairs from Lee Industries.

Wisconsin Lake Home

Fiddlehead Design Group, LLC

George Heinrich
Design ideas for a bohemian kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, green splashback and metro tiled splashback.

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Packard Cabinetry

Packard Cabinetry of North Carolina

Traditional country kitchen. This provides a lot of room for the client’s Americana collections. The brick surround with arch on the hearth provides a walk-in stovetop feeling for the range. The clean-up sink is centered on a bright back window wall but the island provides a great food prep area for the stove. The white with glaze gives a soft, slightly worn look appropriate for this farm ranch loaded with antiques.

Sliver Kitchen

Josh PS

Design ideas for a modern galley enclosed kitchen in Seattle with stainless steel appliances.

Coffee Zone

Alair Homes Decatur

Classic kitchen in Atlanta with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback and travertine splashback.

Condo unit interior renovation

NOA Architecture Planning Interiors

This is an example of a contemporary galley kitchen in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink and a feature wall.

Atherton Residence

TINEKE TRIGGS

Inspiration for a medium sized traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood flooring, composite countertops, porcelain splashback, an island and brown floors.

Parquet Drive

Rock House Design

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Medium sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, metallic splashback, a submerged sink, composite countertops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and beige floors.

Cuisine esprit boucher

HAMELIN AGENCEMENT

Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Rennes with marble worktops, open cabinets and medium wood cabinets.

La casa con le radici | 180 MQ

studio falù

Ⓒ rainer blunk
Photo of a medium sized contemporary kitchen/diner in Stuttgart with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, green splashback, concrete flooring, an island, a single-bowl sink and integrated appliances.

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John Seber

Traditional kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets and beige splashback.

The Boland Home

Mitch Wise Design,Inc.

steinbergerphoto.com
Large rural l-shaped kitchen/diner in Milwaukee with wood worktops, a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

The Landings Kitchen1

Creative Cabinetry, Dean Sebastian

This is an example of a classic kitchen in Jacksonville with wood worktops and integrated appliances.

Mountain Charm | Renovation

Streeter Custom Builder

Modern elements combine with mid-century detailing to give this mountain-style home its rustic elegance. Natural stone, exposed timber beams and vaulted ceilings are just a few of the design elements that make this rustic retreat so inviting. A welcoming front porch leads right up to the custom cherry door. Inside a large window affords breathtaking views of the garden-lined walkways, patio and bonfire pit. An expansive deck overlooks the park-like setting and natural wetlands. The great room's stone fireplace, visible from the gourmet kitchen, dining room and cozy owner's suite, acts as the home's center piece. Tasteful iron railings, fir millwork, stone and wood countertops, rich walnut and cherry cabinets, and Australian Cypress floors complete this warm and charming mountain-style home. Call today to schedule an informational visit, tour, or portfolio review. BUILDER: Streeter & Associates, Renovation Division - Bob Near ARCHITECT: Jalin Design FURNISHINGS: Historic Studio PHOTOGRAPHY: Steve Henke

Contemporary Kitchen

Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Seattle with stainless steel appliances.

Blue Bath & Kitchen

Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.

Greg Hadley
Classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback and integrated appliances.

Dover Shores 2 Story Mid Century Remodel

Christiano Homes, Inc.

The beautiful kitchen features a large island, stainless steel appliances and backsplash, Caesarstone and marble countertops, wood cabinets, polished concrete floors and a large venting skylight. For more information please call Christiano Homes at (949)294-5387 or email at heather@christianohomes.com Photo by Michael Asgian

Wohnung Dror

Birgit Glatzel

http://enricduch.com/projects/work/?category=architecture Enric Duch

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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