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Kitchen with Open Cabinets and a Breakfast Bar Ideas and Designs

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Piedmont House
Piedmont House
Charles Di Piazza ArchitectureCharles Di Piazza Architecture
Daylight from multiple directions, alongside yellow accents in the interior of cabinetry create a bright and inviting space, all while providing the practical benefit of well illuminated work surfaces.
My Houzz: Sweet Vintage Touches in an 1865 Cincinnati Brick Loft
My Houzz: Sweet Vintage Touches in an 1865 Cincinnati Brick Loft
Parisi ImagesParisi Images
Photo: Sarah Dowlin © 2018 Houzz
Urban galley kitchen with a built-in sink, open cabinets, white splashback, white appliances, a breakfast bar and grey worktops.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Other with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and brown floors.
リビングにこだわった平屋のお家
リビングにこだわった平屋のお家
SALAD HOMESALAD HOME
Inspiration for a scandi u-shaped kitchen in Other with light hardwood flooring, white appliances, a breakfast bar, open cabinets and light wood cabinets.
Newtown House
Newtown House
Jasmin Latona PhotographyJasmin Latona Photography
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Hobart with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar and concrete flooring.
Clapham Painted Shaker Kitchen
Clapham Painted Shaker Kitchen
Higham FurnitureHigham Furniture
Painted shaker kitchen with a Corian worktop. Cabinets painted in Farrow and Ball Shaded White. 40mm thick Glacier White Corian. Satin Nickel cup handles and knobs.
WHITSTABLE ISLAND COTTAGE
WHITSTABLE ISLAND COTTAGE
Whitstable Island InteriorsWhitstable Island Interiors
Design ideas for a small nautical u-shaped kitchen in Kent with open cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances.
フジビレの家（三島市）
フジビレの家（三島市）
ツクリト建築設計事務所ツクリト建築設計事務所
photo by Toshihiro Sobajima
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen/diner in Other with a submerged sink, open cabinets, concrete worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, dark hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and grey worktops.
三階建の家
三階建の家
UserUser
Design ideas for an urban galley kitchen in Other with open cabinets, beige cabinets, white splashback, a breakfast bar, beige floors and white worktops.
REFORMA DE VIVIENDA EN BILBAO - GEORGE STEER
REFORMA DE VIVIENDA EN BILBAO - GEORGE STEER
EGENOR S.L.EGENOR S.L.
Cocina americana con espacio abierto al salón. Cocina en madera con paredes en tonos verdes.
Medium sized modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Bilbao with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, a breakfast bar and beige worktops.
木楽の家
木楽の家
北村建築工房北村建築工房
World-inspired galley open plan kitchen in Yokohama with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and brown floors.
White Contemporary Farmhouse KItchen Update, Thousand Oaks, CA
White Contemporary Farmhouse KItchen Update, Thousand Oaks, CA
Barbara Stock Interior DesignBarbara Stock Interior Design
We kept and added to the existing cabinets, and updated the countertops with White Elegance quartzite and gray subway tile on the sink/side wall. The peninsula counter was extended by adding the open shelving and post on the end, and the corner cabinet to the left above the sink is new, as well.
Rénovation - Lyon 01
Rénovation - Lyon 01
Atelier Jean ArchitectesAtelier Jean Architectes
Sarah Mangeret
Scandi kitchen in Paris with a built-in sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
West 81st Street, NYC
West 81st Street, NYC
Lilian H. Weinreich, ArchitectsLilian H. Weinreich, Architects
©2014 Francis Dzikowski/Otto
This is an example of a small traditional grey and cream u-shaped enclosed kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, open cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, light wood cabinets and composite countertops.
Mid Centurury Inspired Walnut KItchen
Mid Centurury Inspired Walnut KItchen
The Secret DrawerThe Secret Drawer
Nicholas Yarsley
This is an example of a retro u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.
Condo Kitchen Update
Condo Kitchen Update
Mosby Building ArtsMosby Building Arts
The breakfast room attached to a condo kitchen update. Features new Armstrong Alterna vinyl tile with Driftwood grout, maple cabinets with a natural finish. All of it compliments the owners existing yellow light ficture and Danish modern furnishing.
Highland Lake House kitchen
Highland Lake House kitchen
Kaplan Thompson ArchitectsKaplan Thompson Architects
This is an example of a rustic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Portland Maine with white appliances, a built-in sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
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HOUSE-N
N.A.ON.A.O
photo：shinichi hanaoka
Photo of a contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Tokyo Suburbs with an integrated sink, open cabinets, stainless steel worktops, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and brown floors.
Hinesburg Efficiency Home
Hinesburg Efficiency Home
Ryan Bent PhotographyRyan Bent Photography
Interior built by Sweeney Design Build. Kitchen with custom open shelving. Built out of Pine.
Photo of a medium sized country u-shaped kitchen in Burlington with a built-in sink, open cabinets, wood worktops, wood splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, a breakfast bar, black floors and medium wood cabinets.
Une cuisine contemporaine au Père Lachaise dans un appartement de 80m2
Une cuisine contemporaine au Père Lachaise dans un appartement de 80m2
Sandra Dages Interior DesignerSandra Dages Interior Designer
Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Montreal with a built-in sink, open cabinets, wood worktops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.

Kitchen with Open Cabinets and a Breakfast Bar 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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