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Villa secondaire à Saint-Briac
Villa secondaire à Saint-Briac
Cyril Folliot Photographe d'ArchitectureCyril Folliot Photographe d'Architecture
Cyril Folliot - Photographe
This is an example of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Rennes with a submerged sink, stainless steel cabinets, wood worktops, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Naples Gem
Naples Gem
Collins DuPont Design GroupCollins DuPont Design Group
Interior Design by Sherri DuPont Photography by Lori Hamilton
Inspiration for a large traditional galley kitchen in Miami with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, brown floors, recessed-panel cabinets, wood worktops, beige splashback, metro tiled splashback, dark hardwood flooring and brown worktops.
Spring 2018 Parade of Homes
Spring 2018 Parade of Homes
Kariel Staging & DecorKariel Staging & Decor
Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with a belfast sink, marble worktops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, brown floors and grey worktops.
Dupont Circle Rowhouse
Dupont Circle Rowhouse
Breeze Giannasio InteriorsBreeze Giannasio Interiors
Stacy Zurin Goldberg
Design ideas for a large traditional galley kitchen/diner in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Bawtry Rd Doncaster
Bawtry Rd Doncaster
Pushh ConstructionPushh Construction
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and an island.
Tuscan Villa
Tuscan Villa
Nyhus Design GroupNyhus Design Group
This is an example of a mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and white cabinets.
Palo Alto New Home Construction
Palo Alto New Home Construction
Creative Shot Inc.Creative Shot Inc.
CreativeShot Photography / Christophe Testi
Large traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a submerged sink, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback and granite worktops.
Ashburn Kitchen
Ashburn Kitchen
Mosaic TileMosaic Tile
Grace Thomas Designs
Design ideas for a large classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in DC Metro with a belfast sink, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and recessed-panel cabinets.
Residential Interiors
Residential Interiors
UserUser
Photography by Simon Maxwell
Photo of a contemporary galley kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete worktops, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring and an island.
Bavin, Curtin Project
Bavin, Curtin Project
Created Bespoke Joinery & FurnitureCreated Bespoke Joinery & Furniture
Inspiration for a traditional l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Canberra - Queanbeyan with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, brick splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and grey worktops.
Lakeside in Leelanau
Lakeside in Leelanau
BAC Design GroupBAC Design Group
Traditional u-shaped kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, grey worktops and exposed beams.
Bangalow House
Bangalow House
Anstey HomesAnstey Homes
Photo of a contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, yellow splashback, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Mashpee Shingle Style
Mashpee Shingle Style
ArchiPlicity, LLCArchiPlicity, LLC
Katherine Jackson Architectural Photography
Large traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Contemporary Shaker Kitchen
Contemporary Shaker Kitchen
Tom HowleyTom Howley
This bright and light shaker style kitchen is painted in bespoke Tom Howley paint colour; Chicory, the light Ivory Spice granite worktops and Mazzano Tumbled marble flooring create a heightened sense of space.
Easton, Maryland - Traditional - Kitchen with Lake View
Easton, Maryland - Traditional - Kitchen with Lake View
Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & BathJennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath
Easton, Maryland Traditional Kitchen Design by #JenniferGilmer with a lake view http://gilmerkitchens.com/ Photography by Bob Narod
KSI Designer, Jim McVeigh
KSI Designer, Jim McVeigh
KSI Kitchen & BathKSI Kitchen & Bath
Transitional galley kitchen featuring dark, raised panel perimeter cabinetry with a light colored island. Engineered quartz countertops, matchstick tile and dark hardwood flooring. Photo courtesy of Jim McVeigh, KSI Designer. Dura Supreme Bella Maple Graphite Rub perimeter and Bella Classic White Rub island. Photo by Beth Singer.
Open, airy kitchen in Rutland, UK
Open, airy kitchen in Rutland, UK
Hill Farm Furniture LtdHill Farm Furniture Ltd
Bright, open and airy Knocking through a few rooms to create a large open-plan area, the owners of this sleek kitchen wanted to create a free, fluid space that made the kitchen the unequivocal hub of the home whilst at the same time stylistically linking to the rest of the property. We were tasked with creating a large open-plan kitchen and dining area that also leads through to a cosy snug, ideal for relaxing after a hard afternoon over the Aga!! The owners gave us creative control in the space, so with a loose rein and a clear head we fashioned a faultless kitchen complete with a large central island, a sunken sink and Quooker tap. For optimum storage (and a dash of style) we built a number of large larders, one of which cleverly conceals a television, as well as a false chimney surround to frame the Aga and a bespoke drinks unit. All the units are hand-crafted from Quebec Yellow Timber and hand-painted in Zoffany ‘Smoke’ and ‘Elephant Gray’ Walnut worktops, with Silestone ‘Lagoon’ Worktops around the outside and American Black Walnut on the island. Photo: Chris Ashwin
Soothing White and Gray Kitchen Remodel
Soothing White and Gray Kitchen Remodel
Normandy RemodelingNormandy Remodeling
Open shelving at the end of this large island helps lighten the visual weight of the piece, as well as providing easy access to cookbooks and other commonly used kitchen pieces. Learn more about the Normandy Remodeling Designer, Stephanie Bryant, who created this kitchen: http://www.normandyremodeling.com/stephaniebryant/
M Residence
M Residence
archer designarcher design
Photography by Luc Remond
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with a submerged sink, marble worktops, mirror splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops, flat-panel cabinets and black cabinets.
Greetland House Renovation - Kitchen
Greetland House Renovation - Kitchen
Russell J MilliganRussell J Milligan
Design ideas for a large classic galley kitchen in Hertfordshire with blue cabinets, an island, shaker cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.

Kitchen with an 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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