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Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Miami.
Modern Portland New Construction - Kitchen
Modern Portland New Construction - Kitchen
Kraft Custom ConstructionKraft Custom Construction
Built from the ground up on 80 acres outside Dallas, Oregon, this new modern ranch house is a balanced blend of natural and industrial elements. The custom home beautifully combines various materials, unique lines and angles, and attractive finishes throughout. The property owners wanted to create a living space with a strong indoor-outdoor connection. We integrated built-in sky lights, floor-to-ceiling windows and vaulted ceilings to attract ample, natural lighting. The master bathroom is spacious and features an open shower room with soaking tub and natural pebble tiling. There is custom-built cabinetry throughout the home, including extensive closet space, library shelving, and floating side tables in the master bedroom. The home flows easily from one room to the next and features a covered walkway between the garage and house. One of our favorite features in the home is the two-sided fireplace – one side facing the living room and the other facing the outdoor space. In addition to the fireplace, the homeowners can enjoy an outdoor living space including a seating area, in-ground fire pit and soaking tub.
DC Kitchen Remodel
DC Kitchen Remodel
Four Brothers Design + BuildFour Brothers Design + Build
Inset cabinetry and handmade back-splash tile, and quartersawn white oak flooring, make this kitchen special.
This is an example of a medium sized classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, granite worktops, stone tiled splashback, no island and medium hardwood flooring.
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Wine Rack and Sink
Wine Rack and Sink
Cheryl D & CompanyCheryl D & Company
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets.
Квартира в Париже
Квартира в Париже
Мастерская Кати ГердтМастерская Кати Гердт
Фото Стефан Жильяр для Elle Decoration
Photo of a traditional single-wall kitchen/diner in Paris with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a built-in sink, white splashback, black appliances, no island, beige floors and black worktops.
CustomWorks Contracting, LLC
CustomWorks Contracting, LLC
CustomWorks Contracting, LLCCustomWorks Contracting, LLC
Roberto Farren Photography
Photo of a traditional kitchen in Boston with glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets and green splashback.
Penthouse Condo
Penthouse Condo
Design MilieuDesign Milieu
Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Photo of a medium sized contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Other with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, metallic splashback, metal splashback, a submerged sink, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and brown floors.
Washington DC Home
Washington DC Home
UserUser
Gordon Beall, photographer
Design ideas for a small traditional kitchen in DC Metro.
New Construction - Bethany Beach, Del.
New Construction - Bethany Beach, Del.
Dewson Construction CompanyDewson Construction Company
Photo by: John Jenkins, Image Source Inc
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Philadelphia with glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets and brown splashback.
Louis & Company Showroom
Louis & Company Showroom
D&Y Design GroupD&Y Design Group
This is an example of a rustic kitchen in Denver with a submerged sink, multi-coloured splashback and stone tiled splashback.
Beverage Center
Beverage Center
Andre Rothblatt ArchitectureAndre Rothblatt Architecture
Photo of a traditional kitchen in San Francisco with granite worktops, stainless steel appliances, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets and grey splashback.
631 Lofts
631 Lofts
ORA IncORA Inc
Interior remodel to four 1,900sf penthouse apartments to re-position them in the market as boutique short-term rental units. Improvements include new kitchen and bathrooms and new finishes throughout. This project was published as the Kitchen of the Week in Remodelista June, 2016. Photography by Eric Staudenmaier.
Küche im alten Stall
Küche im alten Stall
swa.studio /// Sebastian Wiedemann Architekturswa.studio /// Sebastian Wiedemann Architektur
Im ehemaligen Hühnerstall findet sich nun die Küche. Ein Küchenblock mit einer Natursteinplatte mit eingefrästem Becken und Fronten aus Zinn wird ergänzt durch eine offene Zeile aus Stahl und Holz gegenüber, die zusammen die freundliche "Kochwerkstatt" bilden. Foto: Sorin Morar
Quaker Bluff Residence
Quaker Bluff Residence
Birdseye DesignBirdseye Design
Rustic kitchen in Burlington with stainless steel appliances, stainless steel worktops, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an integrated sink, metallic splashback and metal splashback.
Paragon Kitchen
Paragon Kitchen
Paragon KitchensParagon Kitchens
The built in office space beside the drink station is accessible for all possible conversations.
Photo of a classic grey and cream kitchen in Toronto with glass-front cabinets and granite worktops.
Tudor kitchen
Tudor kitchen
UserUser
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in Newark with a submerged sink, granite worktops, beige splashback and stone tiled splashback.
A Newton Tudor made new
A Newton Tudor made new
D.R.M. Design Build, Inc.D.R.M. Design Build, Inc.
David Griffin
Photo of a medium sized traditional kitchen/diner in Boston with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, metro tiled splashback, medium hardwood flooring, a submerged sink, marble worktops and white splashback.
Central Park West
Central Park West
Interior Intuitions, Inc.Interior Intuitions, Inc.
Teri Fotheringham, DenverPhoto.com
Inspiration for a classic enclosed kitchen in Denver.
Lot 855 @ Norton Commons
Lot 855 @ Norton Commons
JH Designs, LLC.JH Designs, LLC.
Kitchen Designed by JH Designs, Constructed by Joe Steele's Custom Cabinets, Photo by Tim Furlong Jr.
Photo of a classic l-shaped kitchen in Louisville with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback and stainless steel appliances.

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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Jennifer Brouwer Design Inc
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Jennifer Brouwer (Jennifer Brouwer Design Inc)Jennifer Brouwer (Jennifer Brouwer Design Inc)
Custom millwork for this panty makes for another beautiful prep/serving area. This project is 5+ years old. Most items shown are custom (eg. millwork, upholstered furniture, drapery). Most goods are no longer available. Benjamin Moore paint.
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