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Kitchen with Dark Wood Cabinets and Light Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Contemporary Home
Contemporary Home
Patrick Widing Custom HomesPatrick Widing Custom Homes
Photo of a large contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Detroit with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Granite Kitchen Countertops
Granite Kitchen Countertops
Marblex Design International, Inc.Marblex Design International, Inc.
Cosmic Black Granite Kitchen Countertops Photo: Mary Parker Architectural Photography General Contractor: Gurver & Cooley Corporation
Inspiration for a medium sized classic galley open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Bar Area
Bar Area
KannCept Design, Inc.KannCept Design, Inc.
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Chicago with stainless steel appliances, dark wood cabinets, a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, concrete worktops, grey splashback, brick splashback, light hardwood flooring, no island and a feature wall.
NEW CANAAN, CT - Two Isle Guest House
NEW CANAAN, CT - Two Isle Guest House
DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & CabinetryDEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry
The guest house underwent a massive renovation, transforming a dated space with small rooms into an open, modern, multi-functional area for entertaining, working, and hosting guests. The original galley layout was changed to a long wall with black leather granite countertops and a backsplash in herringbone natural stone. The island is a dark stained walnut with a durable quartz countertop, echoed by the frameless cabinetry painted in a black matte finish. Soft satin brass accents are complemented by the chandelier. The coffee/wine bar area is differentiated by open shelving and a wood plank backsplash painted with walnut shelves to anchor it as a separate area. Full SubZero columns add true functionality to this guest house, so much so that the homeowners lived here while renovating their main house.
Montmartre - Tholozé
Montmartre - Tholozé
Supercraft Studio | Architecte d'intérieurSupercraft Studio | Architecte d'intérieur
Cuisine ouverte avec grande étagère en partie supérieure
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, dark wood cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island and white worktops.
Dexter Colonial (Midcentury Modern Remodel)
Dexter Colonial (Midcentury Modern Remodel)
exactly.exactly.
Inspiration for a large midcentury u-shaped kitchen/diner in Detroit with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Promontory- Midcentury Mountain
Promontory- Midcentury Mountain
Hudson + Bloum DesignHudson + Bloum Design
Large rustic open plan kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Scottsdale Estate
Scottsdale Estate
ArchitecTor, PCArchitecTor, PC
Casual Eclectic Elegance defines this 4900 SF Scottsdale home that is centered around a pyramid shaped Great Room ceiling. The clean contemporary lines are complimented by natural wood ceilings and subtle hidden soffit lighting throughout. This one-acre estate has something for everyone including a lap pool, game room and an exercise room.
Cherry & Blue
Cherry & Blue
Becker Building & Remodeling Inc.Becker Building & Remodeling Inc.
Mark Ehlen Photography A 90's Golden Oak kitchen (common in MN) needed a refresh, but keeping in tune with the original style of the home was an important piece. So cherry cabinets and a beautiful blue double island transformed this kitchen and dinette into a single space. Now when the kids come home from college there's plenty of room for everyone!
Delresto
Delresto
Rees StudioRees Studio
Contemporary galley kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and beige worktops.
Los Altos Residence
Los Altos Residence
TBS Construction Inc.TBS Construction Inc.
Working on this beautiful Los Altos residence has been a wonderful opportunity for our team. Located in an upscale neighborhood young owner’s of this house wanted to upgrade the whole house design which included major kitchen and master bathroom remodel. The combination of a simple white cabinetry with the clean lined wood, contemporary countertops and glass tile create a perfect modern style which is what customers were looking for.
Modern Kirkland New Build
Modern Kirkland New Build
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
Modern kitchen design with dark wood cabinetry and marble countertops. Kitchen island has a breakfast bar with white barstools.
Photo of a large midcentury l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, white worktops, a submerged sink and light hardwood flooring.
Contemporary Woodland
Contemporary Woodland
Cabinet PlantCabinet Plant
For this project, the initial inspiration for our clients came from seeing a modern industrial design featuring barnwood and metals in our showroom. Once our clients saw this, we were commissioned to completely renovate their outdated and dysfunctional kitchen and our in-house design team came up with this new this space that incorporated old world aesthetics with modern farmhouse functions and sensibilities. Now our clients have a beautiful, one-of-a-kind kitchen which is perfecting for hosting and spending time in. Modern Farm House kitchen built in Milan Italy. Imported barn wood made and set in gun metal trays mixed with chalk board finish doors and steel framed wired glass upper cabinets. Industrial meets modern farm house
Ramoin Kitchen
Ramoin Kitchen
Noble RenovationNoble Renovation
This nook area used to be the old porch area.. big /massive changes happened on this project
Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Raleigh with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Contemporary Custom Sapele Cabinets
Contemporary Custom Sapele Cabinets
Castor Inc.Castor Inc.
Designer: Kelly Taaffe Design, Inc. Photographer: Andrea Hope
Large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble worktops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and brown worktops.
Rogers Project
Rogers Project
No Longer In BusinessNo Longer In Business
Looking into the kitchen we did not want to look at a wall of cabinetry, so instead of wrapping the wall cabinets around the room we left the end wall open to use as a focal point with the use of this beautiful undulating oversized tiles....Photo by Jared Kuzia
Greenwich Street House
Greenwich Street House
Winder Gibson ArchitectsWinder Gibson Architects
Design ideas for a modern galley open plan kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
939 Coast 7H | La Jolla
939 Coast 7H | La Jolla
The Nelson Brothers | Willis Allen Real EstateThe Nelson Brothers | Willis Allen Real Estate
Steve Vandel
Photo of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx worktops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and beige floors.
Farm to Market Guest House
Farm to Market Guest House
Tate InteriorsTate Interiors
Gibeon Photography
Rustic kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and concrete worktops.
Modern Mountain Home, Stowe VT
Modern Mountain Home, Stowe VT
Patterson and Smith Construction, Inc.Patterson and Smith Construction, Inc.
Susan Teara, photographer
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Burlington with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, beige floors, composite countertops and a submerged sink.

Kitchen with Dark Wood Cabinets and Light Hardwood Flooring 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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