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Upper East Side Pied a Terre
Upper East Side Pied a Terre
Weil Friedman ArchitectsWeil Friedman Architects
The kitchen is opened up to the living space in this small studio apartment. Custom closets and shelving frame the peninsula and define the separation between the Living and the Kitchen area.
Traditional kitchen with stainless steel, hardwood floors, and granite counterto
Traditional kitchen with stainless steel, hardwood floors, and granite counterto
Creekstone Designs and RemodelingCreekstone Designs and Remodeling
A bright and modern kitchen with all the amenities! White cabinets with glass panes and plenty of upper storage space accentuated by black "leatherized" granite countertops. Photo Credits: Erik Lubbock jenerik images photography jenerikimages.com
Reiko Feng Shui Interior Design - Loft renovation
Reiko Feng Shui Interior Design - Loft renovation
Reiko Feng Shui DesignReiko Feng Shui Design
J. Asnes
This is an example of an industrial galley kitchen in New York with concrete worktops, stainless steel appliances, a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets.
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Traditional Kitchen
Traditional Kitchen
CHARLES STREET DESIGN, LLCCHARLES STREET DESIGN, LLC
The new kitchen space was once the ill-conceived location of a guest bath and a closet for the master bedroom. We solved the layout issue by placing the kitchen where the guest bath was and a new guest bath in the former location of the kitchen. This opened the living, dining and kitchen area of the home to create a space that is ideal for entertaining.
Vada Drive
Vada Drive
The Burke CompanyThe Burke Company
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Dallas with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, stainless steel appliances, engineered stone countertops, window splashback, slate flooring and black floors.
Hollywood Hills
Hollywood Hills
Biglin Architectural GroupBiglin Architectural Group
This is an example of a small contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and integrated appliances.
Grand View Residence
Grand View Residence
O plus LO plus L
Ana Dilthey
Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Los Angeles with open cabinets and white cabinets.
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Arroyo Grande Modern Farmhouse
Arroyo Grande Modern Farmhouse
Gast ArchitectsGast Architects
Elliott Johnson Photographer
Rural u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Luis Obispo with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Melrose Street, Newton MA
Melrose Street, Newton MA
Betsy Bassett InteriorsBetsy Bassett Interiors
Recessed panel runs the length of the counter to create a finished look and to hide the dog den from guests. Photo Credit: Betsy Bassett
Inspiration for a medium sized classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, matchstick tiled splashback, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors, grey worktops and soapstone worktops.
Kitchen Makeover | San Diego
Kitchen Makeover | San Diego
Simply Stunning SpacesSimply Stunning Spaces
A favorite blast from the past for us. We still love the story behind this kitchen and 7 bathrooms! The client's #1 thing she kept saying was I'm so glad I hired you, otherwise I'd have 7 bathrooms that all look exactly the same! :0 We loved the challenge this home brought us as we were first getting our team together. The kitchen which started with red countertops, no breakfast nook- just a sea of unused cabinetry, it was dark, dated and just needed some love and creativity. We gave it just that and loved every minute of working with this adorable family.
Kitchen peninsula London
Kitchen peninsula London
Rocco BorgheseRocco Borghese
Designer and exclusive pieces, created for a contemporary London apartment, chromed glass orbs in a mix of varying sizes, adds to the simplicity and minimal design of the cooking and diner area.
Minimal Luxury
Minimal Luxury
Randall ArchitectsRandall Architects
Photography: Amy Braswell
Photo of a scandinavian kitchen in Chicago with a single-bowl sink and marble worktops.
South End Kitchen
South End Kitchen
Kochman Reidt + Haigh CabinetmakersKochman Reidt + Haigh Cabinetmakers
The kitchen's sink area let's the cook talk with his guests. The stainless steel sink is fully integrated with the counter. A higher counter of butcher block is at the end for rolling pasta and cutting cookies. KR+H's Karla Monkevich designed the glass shelving that's framed in the same machine age aesthetic as the other metal components in the kitchen. Our customer wanted large, deep drawers to hold lots of things so top quality, heavy-duty hardware was used and moveable dividers were integrated into the drawers for easy re-organization. Cutouts in the shelving above allow light to flow but keep the kitchen's clutter out of sight from the living room. Builder: DeSimone Brothers / Photography from homeowner
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Amy Trowman Design - Beach Houses
Amy Trowman Design - Beach Houses
Matthew Bolt Graphic DesignMatthew Bolt Graphic Design
Photos by Matt Bolt Design by Amy Trowman
Photo of a beach style kitchen/diner in San Francisco with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Atherton, California Luxury Home by Markay Johnson Construction
Atherton, California Luxury Home by Markay Johnson Construction
Markay Johnson ConstructionMarkay Johnson Construction
Named for its enduring beauty and timeless architecture – Magnolia is an East Coast Hampton Traditional design. Boasting a main foyer that offers a stunning custom built wall paneled system that wraps into the framed openings of the formal dining and living spaces. Attention is drawn to the fine tile and granite selections with open faced nailed wood flooring, and beautiful furnishings. This Magnolia, a Markay Johnson crafted masterpiece, is inviting in its qualities, comfort of living, and finest of details. Builder: Markay Johnson Construction Architect: John Stewart Architects Designer: KFR Design
Pemberton Addition/Renovation
Pemberton Addition/Renovation
Cuppett Kilpatrick Architecture + Interior DesignCuppett Kilpatrick Architecture + Interior Design
photos by Ryann Ford
Inspiration for a traditional galley open plan kitchen in Austin with integrated appliances, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback and recessed-panel cabinets.
Mid Century Modern Kitchen
Mid Century Modern Kitchen
LA Dwelling IncLA Dwelling Inc
Based on a mid century modern concept
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, a breakfast bar, black floors and green worktops.

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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Adrienne Chinn Design
Adrienne Chinn Design
Adrienne Chinn DesignAdrienne Chinn Design
An olive green feature wall is a stunning contrast to the modern grey units in this kitchen/dining room. www.adriennechinn.co.uk Photos: Magdalena Plewa-Ould
Cool Dude - Kitchen
Cool Dude - Kitchen
The Sky is the Limit DesignThe Sky is the Limit Design
Jo Ann Richards, Works Photography Textured Faux Wood laminates combined with stainless steel accents create a sleek, easy maintenance look
Inspiration for a modern kitchen in Vancouver with stainless steel appliances.
Warren Drive 2
Warren Drive 2
Rossington ArchitectureRossington Architecture
Open Homes Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with glass-front cabinets, a belfast sink, white cabinets, matchstick tiled splashback, integrated appliances and multi-coloured splashback.
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