Kitchen with Dark Hardwood Flooring and an Island Ideas and Designs

Photo of an industrial galley open plan kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, grey splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, grey worktops, a vaulted ceiling and a feature wall.

Hulls House

Create Perfect

Medium sized rural enclosed kitchen in Gloucestershire with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz worktops, green splashback, metro tiled splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

Southborough Tunbridge Wells Kitchen design

Jones Britain Kitchens

We chose a flat, matt laminate door in a pale grey with matching grey cabinets. The tall larders surround the American Style fridge freezer, housing all food storage at one end of the kitchen. The main worksurfaces with the large sink, Quooker Flex boiling tap, dishwasher and pull out bins, provide ample space for food preparation and the open shelf above keeps all essential accessories easily accessible. Tall cabinets at the end, housing the single ovens and multipurpose storage, balance the overall look in the room without being overpowering so near the dining area. The island is that central hub with bar stool seating, allowing for comfortable conversation while the meal is being prepared or a quick snack. Plenty of deep drawer storage below for all pots, pans and cutlery keep them in that central zone. The beautiful, veined quartz worksurfaces, including book matched end panels on the island, bring that touch of luxury and detail which compliments the grey green paint used on the accent wall. From our Masterclass Range of Furniture

East London Transformation : Complete refurbishment of 2 bedroom

IRIV DESIGN

Open plan - Kitchen & Kitchen Island / Breakfast far with living room and feature TV wall. Ideas for small space optimisation.
Inspiration for a small contemporary kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, metallic splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, black floors and white worktops.

Brandon

The Wood Works

Inspiration for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz worktops, stainless steel appliances, an island, a feature wall, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors and beige worktops.

Streathbourne Road, SW17

Zenico

Contemporary kitchen
This is an example of a large scandinavian single-wall kitchen/diner in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

ENUGU

Wood Works Brighton

We were commissioned to design and build a new kitchen for this terraced side extension. The clients were quite specific about their style and ideas. After a few variations they fell in love with the floating island idea with fluted solid Utile. The Island top is 100% rubber and the main kitchen run work top is recycled resin and plastic. The cut out handles are replicas of an existing midcentury sideboard. MATERIALS – Sapele wood doors and slats / birch ply doors with Forbo / Krion work tops / Flute glass.

Winchmore Hill Renovation

JLArchitecture

Photo of a traditional l-shaped kitchen in London with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

The Orangery Kitchen

Alison Henry Design Studio

Classic
Design ideas for a large traditional galley kitchen in London with a submerged sink, white cabinets, marble splashback, integrated appliances, white worktops, recessed-panel cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

Kitchen Remodeling In Columbia, MD

Reno Maryland

This is an example of a large classic kitchen pantry in Baltimore with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, an island, white worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.

Docking Drawer in Studio Dearborn kitchen

Studio Dearborn

A 1920s colonial in a shorefront community in Westchester County had an expansive renovation with new kitchen by Studio Dearborn. Countertops White Macauba; interior design Lorraine Levinson. Photography, Timothy Lenz.

Madisonville Farmhouse Kitchen | Custom Amish Cabinets.

Cabinets by Design

beautifully handcrafted, painted and glazed custom Amish cabinets. Nothing says organized like a spice cabinet.
This is an example of a medium sized rural l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a belfast sink, distressed cabinets, stainless steel appliances, raised-panel cabinets, soapstone worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

Shadow Creek Drive

Osinoff General Contractors

Roberto Garcia Photography
This is an example of a medium sized classic u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with an island, a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors, white worktops, grey splashback and metro tiled splashback.

Two-Toned Warm Kitchen Remodel

Karr Bick Kitchen and Bath

This is an example of a medium sized classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in St Louis with a submerged sink, light wood cabinets, quartz worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, brown floors, grey worktops, shaker cabinets and dark hardwood flooring.

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

Julie Coppa Designs, Inc.

photography by Jennifer Hughes
Design ideas for a large country kitchen/diner in DC Metro with a belfast sink, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and shaker cabinets.

Byron

DG Kitchen & Bath

This is an example of a medium sized classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Chicago with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, onyx worktops and glass tiled splashback.

Hillsborough Spanish Revival

Scheinholtz Associates

Thibault Cartier
This is an example of a mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

Brook Ave.

ASH Kitchen Inc.

This project in Downtown Toronto is a L-Styl open kitchen which offer open space for everything you need in your kitchen. Two large pantries, cabinet and drawers space with large island storage. This kitchen also offer modern style white ghosted quartz stone.

Glenview Renovations - Large, Elegant Green Island

Catherine Schager Designs

Photo Credit: Mike Kaskel, Kaskel Photo
This is an example of a large traditional kitchen/diner in Chicago with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, grey cabinets, quartz worktops and stainless steel appliances.

Modern Rustic Kitchen

Coastal Designs Inc.

Amazing Rustic Kitchen with White Shaker Cabinets, White Quartz Countertops, Reclaimed Wood Island and Whitewashed Brick Backsplash.
Medium sized rustic l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brick splashback.

Kitchen with Dark Hardwood Flooring and 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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