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Kitchen with a Breakfast Bar and Exposed Beams Ideas and Designs

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Country Home, Gloucestershire
Country Home, Gloucestershire
Justin Van Breda LondonJustin Van Breda London
This is an example of a rural l-shaped kitchen/diner in Gloucestershire with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, wood worktops, black appliances, a breakfast bar, multi-coloured floors, brown worktops and exposed beams.
Terrell Hills Mid Century Modern Project
Terrell Hills Mid Century Modern Project
Haven Design and ConstructionHaven Design and Construction
In the kitchen, which was recently remodeled by the previous owners, we wanted to keep as many of the newer elements (that were just purchased) as possible. However, we did also want to incorporate some new MCM wood accents back into the space to tie it to the living room, dining room and breakfast areas. We added all new walnut cabinets on the refrigerator wall, which balances the new geometric wood accent wall in the breakfast area. We also incorporated new quartz countertops, new streamlined plumbing fixtures and new lighting fixtures to add modern MCM appeal. In addition, we added a geometric marble backsplash and diamond shaped cabinet hardware at the bar and on some of the kitchen drawers.
Peninsula with Sink in Updated Mid-Century Modern Kitchen
Peninsula with Sink in Updated Mid-Century Modern Kitchen
MAK Design + Build Inc.MAK Design + Build Inc.
Medium sized retro u-shaped kitchen/diner in Sacramento with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, a breakfast bar, white floors, white worktops and exposed beams.
Penthouse in legno - 150 mq
Penthouse in legno - 150 mq
PAZdesignPAZdesign
Photo of a medium sized modern single-wall kitchen/diner in Milan with stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, metallic splashback, a breakfast bar, a double-bowl sink and exposed beams.
Montclair Kitchen
Montclair Kitchen
Cat Kiely DesignCat Kiely Design
This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, beige floors and exposed beams.
Salt Lake Mid Mod
Salt Lake Mid Mod
cityhomeCOLLECTIVEcityhomeCOLLECTIVE
Fully custom kitchen remodel with red marble countertops, red Fireclay tile backsplash, white Fisher + Paykel appliances, and a custom wrapped brass vent hood. Pendant lights by Anna Karlin, styling and design by cityhomeCOLLECTIVE
Lancaster Modern Cottage
Lancaster Modern Cottage
Barefoot DwellingBarefoot Dwelling
Phase 2 of our Modern Cottage project was the complete renovation of a small, impractical kitchen and dining nook. The client asked for a fresh, bright kitchen with natural light, a pop of color, and clean modern lines. The resulting kitchen features all of the above and incorporates fun details such as a scallop tile backsplash behind the range and artisan touches such as a custom walnut island and floating shelves; a custom metal range hood and hand-made lighting. This kitchen is all that the client asked for and more!
Town Mountain Renovation
Town Mountain Renovation
Brent Campbell, ArchitectBrent Campbell, Architect
Inspiration for a rustic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors, black worktops and exposed beams.
Cocina con península y comedor
Cocina con península y comedor
ALBERT SALVIA dissenyador d'interiorsALBERT SALVIA dissenyador d'interiors
Photo of a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, beige floors and exposed beams.
New Maple Leaf Kitchen
New Maple Leaf Kitchen
Phinney Ridge Cabinet CompanyPhinney Ridge Cabinet Company
Sollera Fine Cabinetry Whistler (Shaker) door style Clear Alder stained in Natural
Medium sized traditional galley kitchen/diner in Seattle with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors, grey worktops and exposed beams.
LA BRISE
LA BRISE
BCOZ! Architecture d'intérieurBCOZ! Architecture d'intérieur
Photo of a small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and exposed beams.
Кухня "Шато", великолепный образец стиля "прованс" в загородном доме.
Кухня "Шато", великолепный образец стиля "прованс" в загородном доме.
UserUser
Кухня "Шато" в стиле "Прованс" из массива берёзы с ручным нанесением патины и авторской росписью фасадов.
Large farmhouse u-shaped kitchen/diner in Moscow with raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, composite countertops, mosaic tiled splashback, ceramic flooring, a breakfast bar, beige worktops and exposed beams.
Mondrian Mid-Century
Mondrian Mid-Century
Moderne BuildersModerne Builders
This is an example of a retro u-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, a breakfast bar, beige floors, beige worktops, exposed beams and a timber clad ceiling.
Rocky Point Circle
Rocky Point Circle
Talie Jane InteriorsTalie Jane Interiors
Full kitchen remodel. Main goal = open the space (removed overhead wooden structure). New configuration, cabinetry, countertops, backsplash, panel-ready appliances (GE Monogram), farmhouse sink, faucet, oil-rubbed bronze hardware, track and sconce lighting, paint, bar stools, accessories.
Altamont Kitchen
Altamont Kitchen
Alima Deneke Interior DesignAlima Deneke Interior Design
This is an example of a medium sized galley enclosed kitchen in Birmingham with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors, white worktops and exposed beams.
Lions Bay Post and Beam
Lions Bay Post and Beam
Simply Home DecoratingSimply Home Decorating
The new owners of this 1974 Post and Beam home originally contacted us for help furnishing their main floor living spaces. But it wasn’t long before these delightfully open minded clients agreed to a much larger project, including a full kitchen renovation. They were looking to personalize their “forever home,” a place where they looked forward to spending time together entertaining friends and family. In a bold move, we proposed teal cabinetry that tied in beautifully with their ocean and mountain views and suggested covering the original cedar plank ceilings with white shiplap to allow for improved lighting in the ceilings. We also added a full height panelled wall creating a proper front entrance and closing off part of the kitchen while still keeping the space open for entertaining. Finally, we curated a selection of custom designed wood and upholstered furniture for their open concept living spaces and moody home theatre room beyond. This project is a Top 5 Finalist for Western Living Magazine's 2021 Home of the Year.
Lions Bay Post and Beam
Lions Bay Post and Beam
Simply Home DecoratingSimply Home Decorating
The new owners of this 1974 Post and Beam home originally contacted us for help furnishing their main floor living spaces. But it wasn’t long before these delightfully open minded clients agreed to a much larger project, including a full kitchen renovation. They were looking to personalize their “forever home,” a place where they looked forward to spending time together entertaining friends and family. In a bold move, we proposed teal cabinetry that tied in beautifully with their ocean and mountain views and suggested covering the original cedar plank ceilings with white shiplap to allow for improved lighting in the ceilings. We also added a full height panelled wall creating a proper front entrance and closing off part of the kitchen while still keeping the space open for entertaining. Finally, we curated a selection of custom designed wood and upholstered furniture for their open concept living spaces and moody home theatre room beyond. This project is a Top 5 Finalist for Western Living Magazine's 2021 Home of the Year.
Salt Lake Mid Mod
Salt Lake Mid Mod
cityhomeCOLLECTIVEcityhomeCOLLECTIVE
Fully custom kitchen remodel with red marble countertops, red Fireclay tile backsplash, white Fisher + Paykel appliances, and a custom wrapped brass vent hood. Pendant lights by Anna Karlin, styling and design by cityhomeCOLLECTIVE
LA BRISE
LA BRISE
BCOZ! Architecture d'intérieurBCOZ! Architecture d'intérieur
Photo of a small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, exposed beams, beige floors and brown worktops.
Anza 7" | Silvan Resilient Hardwood Collection in Rustic Customer Space | CA
Anza 7" | Silvan Resilient Hardwood Collection in Rustic Customer Space | CA
FlooretFlooret
Relaxing and warm mid-tone browns that bring hygge to any space. Silvan Resilient Hardwood combines the highest-quality sustainable materials with an emphasis on durability and design. The result is a resilient floor, topped with an FSC® 100% Hardwood wear layer sourced from meticulously maintained European forests and backed by a waterproof guarantee, that looks stunning and installs with ease.

Kitchen with a Breakfast Bar and Exposed Beams 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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