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Kitchen with Open Cabinets and All Types of Island Ideas and Designs

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Photo of a mediterranean kitchen/diner in Other with open cabinets, an island and beige floors.
Basement Rear Extension and Full Refurbishment
Basement Rear Extension and Full Refurbishment
Pencil and BrickPencil and Brick
Contemporary kitchen in London with a submerged sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and grey worktops.
Pantry
Pantry
Distinctive InteriorsDistinctive Interiors
Photo of a large classic kitchen pantry in Boston with white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, an island, white worktops and open cabinets.
The Lakes
The Lakes
Field Day StudioField Day Studio
Lobster and Swan
Country l-shaped kitchen in London with a belfast sink, open cabinets, green cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, an island and grey floors.
Roselle Renovation
Roselle Renovation
Briggs Design Associates, Inc.Briggs Design Associates, Inc.
The new pantry is located where the old pantry was housed. The exisitng pantry contained standard wire shelves and bi-fold doors on a basic 18" deep closet. The homeowner wanted a place for deocorative storage, so without changing the footprint, we were able to create a more functional, more accessible and definitely more beautiful pantry! Alex Claney Photography, LauraDesignCo for photo staging
Korokoro House
Korokoro House
Tse:Wallace Architects LtdTse:Wallace Architects Ltd
A classic and contemporary kitchen & dining area looking out onto Korokoro Gorge. Photo by Paul McCredie
Photo of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Wellington with medium wood cabinets, a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar and medium hardwood flooring.
East Bay
East Bay
UserUser
Classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Houston with black cabinets, an island, medium hardwood flooring and open cabinets.
East Aspen Custom
East Aspen Custom
CUE ArchitectureCUE Architecture
Inspiration for a medium sized farmhouse single-wall kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with a belfast sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island and beige worktops.
Kitchen Renovation
Kitchen Renovation
Architect HewsonArchitect Hewson
Dining Chairs by Coastal Living Sorrento Styling by Rhiannon Orr & Mel Hasic Laminex Doors & Drawers in "Super White" Display Shelves in Laminex "American Walnut Veneer Random cut Mismatched Benchtop - Caesarstone Staturio Maximus' Splashback - Urban Edge - "Brique" in Green Floor Tiles - Urban Edge - Xtreme Concrete
Matarangi Cabin
Matarangi Cabin
CAAHT Studio ArchitectsCAAHT Studio Architects
Photo of a contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Auckland with an integrated sink, open cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel worktops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.
Simply Stunning!
Simply Stunning!
UserUser
Zesta Kitchens
Inspiration for an expansive scandinavian galley open plan kitchen in Melbourne with an integrated sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and grey worktops.
Spruce Project
Spruce Project
Dane Cronin PhotographyDane Cronin Photography
Dane Cronin
Design ideas for a retro kitchen in Denver with an integrated sink, open cabinets, stainless steel worktops, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Via Lido Nord
Via Lido Nord
Graystone Custom Builders, Inc.Graystone Custom Builders, Inc.
This is an example of a beach style u-shaped kitchen in Orange County with open cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Crystal Downs Legacy Home
Crystal Downs Legacy Home
The Ferraro GroupThe Ferraro Group
Design ideas for a nautical l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Modern Kitchen Remodeling - Castle Hill
Modern Kitchen Remodeling - Castle Hill
NOMI - Luxury Bathroom RemodelNOMI - Luxury Bathroom Remodel
The Modern-Style Kitchen Includes Italian custom-made cabinetry, electrically operated, new custom-made pantries, granite backsplash, wood flooring and granite countertops. The kitchen island combined exotic quartzite and accent wood countertops. Appliances included: built-in refrigerator with custom hand painted glass panel, wolf appliances, and amazing Italian Terzani chandelier.
My Houzz: Eclectic, Earthy Charm in a 1951 Family Home in Kansas
My Houzz: Eclectic, Earthy Charm in a 1951 Family Home in Kansas
Jessica CainJessica Cain
Photo: Jessica Cain © 2017 Houzz
Small bohemian single-wall enclosed kitchen in Kansas City with open cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
5th Street - Vintage Modern Kitchen
5th Street - Vintage Modern Kitchen
Cinergy ConstructionCinergy Construction
Traditional kitchen in Los Angeles with open cabinets, white splashback, black appliances, an island and multi-coloured floors.
Mill Valley Traditional
Mill Valley Traditional
SINGLEPOINT DESIGN BUILD INC.SINGLEPOINT DESIGN BUILD INC.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic u-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with a submerged sink, open cabinets, black cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and beige floors.
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Sita Montgomery InteriorsSita Montgomery Interiors
Farmhouse kitchen/diner in Salt Lake City with open cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.

Kitchen with Open Cabinets and All Types of Island 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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