Kitchen with All Types of Island Ideas and Designs

2012 KuDa Photography
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Portland with stainless steel appliances, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark hardwood flooring and an island.

Kitchens

Green Basements & Remodeling

Amazing split level home master piece. LVT flooring, dekton countertops, waterfall island countertops, wire handrail system, globe lighting, espresso/black cabinets

Total house refurbishment

Architect Your Home

This is an example of a medium sized contemporary galley kitchen/diner in London with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, integrated appliances, engineered stone countertops, ceramic flooring and an island.

HAYS TOWN MAKEOVER

TY LARKINS INTERIORS

Contemporary l-shaped kitchen in New Orleans with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, brick flooring and an island.

Double height void and feature staircase leading to kitchen / living / dining

LLI Design

Comfortable modern kitchen / living / dining room. With large double void leading to formal living / reception room above, linked by feature glass, powder coated metal and walnut tread staircase. The deep grey centre island of the kitchen offsets the minimal palette of the rest of the room,

Architecture

Ensoul Ltd

Part of an entire house remodel, this rear extension and side return offers a truly indoor outdoor kitchen, dining experience. Using the same floor both inside and out makes the garden feel a real extension of the kitchen/dining space. Punchy orange units give a bold statement look which together with stainless steel worktops and splashbacks create a super contemporary space.

Highland Lake House kitchen

Kaplan 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.

New build house Sunningdale, Berkshire

Rosebank Interiors

Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Surrey with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island and beige floors.

Kingman Place

AllenBuilt, Inc.

Allen Russ Photography
Medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, integrated appliances, an island, medium wood cabinets, medium hardwood flooring, stone slab splashback and grey floors.

Grove Park Road

Cross Harris Architects

Photo of a contemporary galley kitchen/diner in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback and an island.

Interior Photography for Play Associates

Daniella Cesarei Photography

Daniella Cesarei Photography
This is an example of a small contemporary l-shaped kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, stone slab splashback, light hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.

South Coast

Indyk Architects

Photos by Murray Fredericks.
Inspiration for a contemporary open plan kitchen in Sydney with light wood cabinets, concrete flooring, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black splashback and an island.

Kensington Town House

Luke Cartledge Photography

This is an example of an eclectic kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and an island.

SE PDX Basement ADU

Right Arm Construction

Renovation of existing basement space as a completely separate ADU (accessory dwelling unit) registered with the City of Portland. Clients plan to use the new space for short term rentals and potentially a rental on Airbnb. Kuda Photography

Basement Refurbishment Chelsea

Powertrac Electrical Services

Contemporary galley kitchen in Berkshire with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island and grey floors.

Trinity Hall

Riach Architects

Simon Maxwell
Contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Oxfordshire with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, glass sheet splashback and an island.

Bow House

Brian O'Tuama Architects

Ed Reeve
Design ideas for a medium sized eclectic u-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.

Crane Residence NYC

2nyad

Nicolas Arellano
Design ideas for a medium sized industrial kitchen in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood flooring and an island.

Mackeson Road

MW Architects

French + Tye
Photo of a contemporary kitchen/diner in London with medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, integrated appliances, slate flooring and an island.

MULTICOLOURED HERRINGBONE

Turgon Flooring

Bohemian galley open plan kitchen in London with multi-coloured floors, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete worktops, grey splashback, black appliances, painted wood flooring and an island.

Kitchen with 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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