Kitchen with Beaded Cabinets and Stainless Steel Worktops Ideas and Designs

Our client approached Matter in late 2019 for a new kitchen. While the existing kitchen had a reasonable layout and some great features, the cupboards weren’t optimising the space to its full potential, particularly for storage. Noting that the old kitchen aged very quickly, our client wanted the new kitchen to be constructed entirely from plywood—liking the appearance and strength of the material. They also loved vibrant use of colour and suggested we look at the kitchens featured in films by the Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar for inspiration. The result was a playful mix of hand painted navy, light blue and retro orange in combination with a ‘raw’ effect from the birch plywood. To save on cost and waste, we decided to keep certain components of the kitchen that have remained in very good condition. Some of these included the stainless steel bench tops and oven/range hood stack, as well as a polished concrete island bench top. We replaced most of the cupboards with drawer units specifically tailored to fit our client's extensive collection of cookware and appliances with adjustable partitions. An integrated Hideaway rubbish bin free’s up circulation space and a Kesseböhmer pull-out pantry will ensure no bottle of spice is ever lost to the back of a cupboard again.

Kitchen Design

Karen R. Larson Interior Design

Photo of a rural kitchen in Other with beaded cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.

Kitchens

Aquila Stone

This is an example of a large classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with medium hardwood flooring, a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel worktops, brown splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island and brown floors.

Küche im Industriellen Stil

Toll & Toll Bau GmbH

Medium sized contemporary grey and white single-wall open plan kitchen in Berlin with a built-in sink, beaded cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, an island and grey worktops.

吹田の家リノベーション

ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツデザインオフィス)

This is an example of a small shabby-chic style single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, white floors and grey worktops.

Maine Residence

Fannie Allen Design

Vintage glass panes, with bubbles, used in the new china cabinet doors were salvaged from the original house windows (replaced with energy efficient windows).

Project 29

Cutting Edge Design

Photo of a classic u-shaped kitchen pantry in Boston with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.

kotaハウス

しまだ設計室

Photo of a galley kitchen/diner in Tokyo Suburbs with beaded cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel worktops, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and a wallpapered ceiling.

J'S Kitchen

Masterpiece Kitchens and Baths LLC

Inset cabinets by Decora: harmony, non beaded, maple with Sweet Pea with Espresso Glaze finish and black exposed hinges
Medium sized rustic galley open plan kitchen in Houston with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, green cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island and metro tiled splashback.

Cottage Place

User

Inspiration for a medium sized scandi l-shaped kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and no island.

色使いの楽しい１００㎡超えのリノベーション

SCHOOL BUS OSAKA｜スクールバス空間設計

This is an example of a retro open plan kitchen in Osaka with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white appliances, vinyl flooring, an island and grey floors.

ログハウスの概念が覆される、絶妙にテイストミックスされたインテリア空間に佇むキッチン

キッチンハウス

kitchenhouse
Contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Tokyo with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel worktops, stainless steel appliances, an island and grey floors.

ウチソトノウチ

株式会社 sside

This is an example of a modern kitchen/diner with beaded cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel worktops, grey splashback, integrated appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors and brown worktops.

house-19

dwarf

Design ideas for a medium sized retro u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel worktops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors and black worktops.

New Farmhouse

User

Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Philadelphia with an integrated sink, beaded cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel worktops, metallic splashback, porcelain splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.

木蔭の家

山道勉建築

Photo by:ジェイクス佐藤二郎
Inspiration for a medium sized scandi galley enclosed kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, beaded cabinets, beige cabinets, stainless steel worktops, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork flooring and beige floors.

モルタル床のゆったりサイズLDK

株式会社a3　(エーサン）

モルタルとステンレスの作業台を配置したキッチン。キッチンカウンターはクリナップの既製品。
Inspiration for a large modern galley open plan kitchen in Tokyo with an integrated sink, beaded cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel worktops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors, black worktops and exposed beams.

谷中の改装

間下建築設計室

マンションのスケルトンリフォーム
Modern galley open plan kitchen in Tokyo with an integrated sink, beaded cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel worktops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.

四つ角の家 Crossroad in the House

山本嘉寛建築設計事務所 yyaa

Photo by Yohei Sasakura
Medium sized modern open plan kitchen in Osaka with beaded cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel worktops, brown splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island and brown worktops.

多彩木舎(南善福寺の家）

株式会社結設計

撮影：齋部功
Medium sized farmhouse single-wall enclosed kitchen in Tokyo with an integrated sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, an island, brown floors and brown worktops.

Kitchen with Beaded Cabinets and Stainless Steel Worktops 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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