Kitchen with All Styles of Cabinet Ideas and Designs

Photo of a large retro u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, grey floors, medium wood cabinets, quartz worktops, glass tiled splashback and cement flooring.

Contemporary Kitchens

Hurst Design Build Remodeling

Darren Sinnett
Large contemporary kitchen in Cleveland with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, white splashback, an island, engineered stone countertops, stone slab splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.

Modern Tropical Kitchen

Pu'uwai Design & Construction

This breathtaking kitchen was designed for entertaining. The large kitchen island is teak and features a Brittanicca Cambria countertop with a flawless waterfall edge. The 48" gas wolf range is practically a work of art framed by a modern stainless steel range hood and by the quartz panels that meld seamlessly with the wood paneling through out the great room. The modern white cabinets are punctuated with the use of built-in custom gold hardware. The vaulted ceilings create an airy and bright space which is complimented by the use of glass pendants above the bar. The gray porcelain tile flooring used through out the home flows outside to the lanai and entry to punctuate the indoor outdoor design.

Heatherbrae Residence

Rafterhouse

Urban Farmhouse Kitchen by Rafterhouse
Farmhouse l-shaped kitchen in Phoenix with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

Transitional Kitchen Remodel and Addition in Birmingham, MI

MainStreet Design Build

This beautiful Birmingham, MI home had been renovated prior to our clients purchase, but the style and overall design was not a fit for their family. They really wanted to have a kitchen with a large “eat-in” island where their three growing children could gather, eat meals and enjoy time together. Additionally, they needed storage, lots of storage! We decided to create a completely new space. The original kitchen was a small “L” shaped workspace with the nook visible from the front entry. It was completely closed off to the large vaulted family room. Our team at MSDB re-designed and gutted the entire space. We removed the wall between the kitchen and family room and eliminated existing closet spaces and then added a small cantilevered addition toward the backyard. With the expanded open space, we were able to flip the kitchen into the old nook area and add an extra-large island. The new kitchen includes oversized built in Subzero refrigeration, a 48” Wolf dual fuel double oven range along with a large apron front sink overlooking the patio and a 2nd prep sink in the island. Additionally, we used hallway and closet storage to create a gorgeous walk-in pantry with beautiful frosted glass barn doors. As you slide the doors open the lights go on and you enter a completely new space with butcher block countertops for baking preparation and a coffee bar, subway tile backsplash and room for any kind of storage needed. The homeowners love the ability to display some of the wine they’ve purchased during their travels to Italy! We did not stop with the kitchen; a small bar was added in the new nook area with additional refrigeration. A brand-new mud room was created between the nook and garage with 12” x 24”, easy to clean, porcelain gray tile floor. The finishing touches were the new custom living room fireplace with marble mosaic tile surround and marble hearth and stunning extra wide plank hand scraped oak flooring throughout the entire first floor.

San Francisco Style

Coddington Design

In the center of the kitchen is a waterfall island with classic marble countertop, oversized brass geometric pendants, and blue faux leather stools with brass frames. The tile backsplash behind the oven is a geometric marble with metallic inlay which creates a glamorous patterning. Photo: David Livingston

Jerry & Belinda

Savvy Kitchens

Photo of a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white splashback, black appliances and an island.

The Block 2016- Julia & Sasha

Freedom Kitchens

Photography: Shania Shegeden. Oozing luxury and glamour this kitchen is a modern take on the traditional Shaker style. Featuring stunning Gaggenau appliances throughout, Caesarstone Statuario Maximus benchtops and splashback and Shaker style cabinetry in matte white and black; this is a kitchen that demands attention. A metallic sink and new Bright Brass cornet handles add luxury to the timeless design and the generous butler’s pantry offers generous storage, open shelving, coffee machine and integrated dishwasher. Featuring: •Cabinetry: Sierra White Matt & Black Matt •Benchtops: Caesarstone Statuario Maximus 20mm pencil edge (back run) & 40mm pencil edge (Island) •Splashback: Caesarstone Statuario Maximus •Handles: 22-K-102 Bright Brass cornet •Accessories: Oliveri Spectra Gold sink, Tall Brass Deluxe tap, Stainless steel cutlery tray, Internal Drawers, Le mans corner pull out unit, Stainless steel pull out wire baskets, Bin •Gaggenau Appliances

Awendaw Retreat

Sea Island Builders LLC

Beautiful kitchen with two hanging pendant lights above the island and tile backsplash with hood with custom wood paneling.
This is an example of a coastal galley kitchen/diner in Charleston with recessed-panel cabinets, beige splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, dark hardwood flooring and an island.

Transitional Farmhouse

Schwarz Lewis Design Group, Inc.

Inspiration for a traditional grey and white kitchen/diner in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.

Cetingok Residence

Murphy Maude Interiors

Cabinets Designed and provided by Kitchens Unlimited
Photo of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island and grey cabinets.

All about that brass

Robert Paige Cabinetry LLC

Photos by William Quarles. Designed by Homeowner and Robert Paige Cabinetry. Built by Robert Paige Cabinetry.
This is an example of a large farmhouse l-shaped kitchen/diner in Charleston with white cabinets, light hardwood flooring, an island, marble worktops, white appliances, a submerged sink, grey splashback, stone slab splashback and shaker cabinets.

Ranch Reinvented

RD Architecture, LLC

Three level island... The homeowner’s wanted a large galley style kitchen with island. It was important to the wife the island be unique and serve many purposes. Our team used Google Sketchup to produce and present concept after concept. Each revision brought us closer to what you see. The final design boasted a two sided island (yes, there is storage under the bar) 6” thick cantilevered bar ledge over a steel armature, and waterfall counter tops on both ends. On one end we had a slit fabricated to receive one side of a tempered glass counter top. The other side is supported by a stainless steel inverted U. The couple usually enjoys breakfast or coffee and the morning news at this quaint spot. Photography by Juliana Franco

BLUE CYPRESS

Pegasus Builders, Inc.

Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tiled splashback, integrated appliances, an island, limestone worktops, porcelain flooring and beige floors.

"Antigua" Model in Quail West - Norris/Florida Lifestyle Homes

Norris Furniture & Interiors

Photo of an expansive mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, multiple islands, stainless steel appliances and multi-coloured floors.

Vintage Cottage Kitchen Remodel

Tracey Stephens Interior Design Inc

Wing Wong, Memories TTL
Design ideas for a medium sized eclectic enclosed kitchen in New York with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and no island.

Timeless Traditional

Jan Gleysteen Architects, Inc

Photography by Richard Mandelkorn
Photo of a classic kitchen in Boston with beaded cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island, a belfast sink and stainless steel appliances.

Midcentury Kitchen

This is an example of a medium sized retro l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.

Rustic Reclaimed Chestnut

Crown Point Cabinetry

Everyday dishes are displayed on three understated shelves, also crafted from Reclaimed Chestnut. Photo Credit: Crown Point Cabinetry
This is an example of a rustic kitchen in Burlington with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Minnesota Residence

O’Hara Interiors

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Kitchen with All Styles of Cabinet 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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