Kitchen with a Single-bowl Sink and Integrated Appliances Ideas and Designs

Our Snug Kitchens showroom display combines bespoke traditional joinery, seamless modern appliances and a touch of art deco from the fluted glass walk in larder. The 'Studio Green' painted cabinetry creates a bold background that highlights the kitchens brass accents. Including Armac Martin Sparkbrook brass handles and patinated brass Quooker fusion tap. The Neolith Calacatta Luxe worktop uniquely combines deep grey tones, browns and subtle golds on a pure white base. The veneered oak cabinet internals and breakfast bar are stained in a dark wash to compliment the dark green door and drawer fronts. As part of this display we included a double depth walk-in larder, complete with suspended open shelving, u-shaped worktop slab and fluted glass paneling. We hand finished the support rods to patina the brass ensuring they matched the other antique brass accents in the kitchen. The decadent fluted glass panels draw you into the space, obscuring the view into the larder, creating intrigue to see what is hidden behind the door.

Open plan living, Edinburgh

AGORA architecture + design

Oak kitchen with bespoke painted shelving to create window seat.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Edinburgh with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, grey worktops and a feature wall.

Contemporary Black Kitchen in Oxford

Audus Kitchens

In the heart of a picturesque farmhouse in Oxford, this contemporary kitchen, blending modern functionality with rustic charm, was designed to address the client's need for a family space. This kitchen features the Audus 945 Easytouch and 961 Lacquered Laminate range, with a striking Graphite Black Ultra Matt finish. Creating a nice contrast to the dark cabinetry are the Pearl Concrete worktops supplied by Algarve Granite. The textured surface of the worktops adds depth and character while providing a durable and practical space for meal preparation. Equipped with top-of-the-line appliances from Siemens, Bora, and Caple, this kitchen adds efficiency to daily cooking activities. For washing and food preparation, two sinks are strategically placed — one on the kitchen counter and another on the centrally located island. The Blanco sink offers style and functionality, while the Quooker tap provides instant hot and cold water for convenience. Nestled within the island is an integrated drinks cooler to keep beverages chilled and easily accessible. A drinks station is also concealed within a large cabinet, adding to the kitchen's versatility and making it a space perfect for entertaining and hosting. Feeling inspired by this Contemporary Black Kitchen in Oxford? Visit our projects page to explore more kitchen designs.

A kitchen space for family fun

Et Lorem Ltd

This is an example of a medium sized traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Berkshire with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, pink cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, integrated appliances, an island and white worktops.

Sonoma Hillside

Euro Design Studio

High Gloss finish Cabinets, Quartz Counters, Terrazo Flooring,
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, integrated appliances, terrazzo flooring, an island, grey floors and white worktops.

Brass & Blue Classic

w.b. builders

Photo Cred: Seth Hannula
Medium sized traditional kitchen in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors, a single-bowl sink and white worktops.

Sonoran Scandi

K2 Signature Homes

Open concept kitchen with prep kitchen/butler's pantry. Integrated appliances.
Design ideas for a scandi open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops and a vaulted ceiling.

Classic Rosedale

Four Blocks South

Medium sized classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Toronto with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, yellow splashback, porcelain splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

42 m2 coloré

Emilie Melin architecte DPLG

Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood worktops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, terrazzo flooring, multi-coloured floors and brown worktops.

South Bend

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

These homeowners wanted an updated look for their kitchen while still having a similar style to the rest of the home. We love how it turned out!
Inspiration for a medium sized classic single-wall open plan kitchen in Raleigh with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, multicoloured worktops and exposed beams.

Oceanfront Modern | Coronado Shores

SD Design Studio

This is an example of a medium sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, integrated appliances, porcelain flooring, an island and black worktops.

Rénovation Totale Appartement 93 m2

Picture Design

Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Lyon with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate countertops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, integrated appliances, cement flooring, no island and black floors.

Boca Raton

The Hill Group

Photo of an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, limestone splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, grey floors and black worktops.

Кухня в новом проекте

GLDesign

This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Moscow with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood worktops, grey splashback, integrated appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors, brown worktops and exposed beams.

Franklin, TN Estate

Noble Johnson Architects

Photography: Garett + Carrie Buell of Studiobuell/ studiobuell.com
Photo of a large classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Nashville with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.

India Street

Faneuil Kitchen Cabinet

Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Boston with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.

Design Sur Mesure : L'Art de Réinventer 61 m²

A.D.O Concept

Small modern single-wall kitchen/diner in Paris with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, wood worktops, black splashback, slate splashback, integrated appliances, no island, black floors, brown worktops, flat-panel cabinets and concrete flooring.

Design & bien-être tendance

Hemea

Design ideas for a scandi l-shaped kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, grey splashback, integrated appliances, a breakfast bar and grey worktops.

Franklin, TN Estate

Noble Johnson Architects

This baking center has a kitchenaid mixer stand that can be lifted up to be flush with the countertops, then tucked away below the countertop when not in use. There is plenty of storage for rolling pins, measuring cups, etc. The right cabinet has vertical storage for baking + cookie sheets. Additionally, the toe kick can come out to provide a platform for the homeowner to stand on for additional height while baking. Photography: Garett + Carrie Buell of Studiobuell/ studiobuell.com

Modern Spanish Revival

SDG Architects

Photo by John Merkl
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz worktops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and beige worktops.

Kitchen with a Single-bowl Sink and Integrated Appliances 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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