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Affordable Kitchen with Dark Wood Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Cotswold Barn Conversion
Cotswold Barn Conversion
Interiors By ChloeInteriors By Chloe
Inspiration for a medium sized rural galley kitchen in Wiltshire with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.
Midcentury Home Addition and renovation
Midcentury Home Addition and renovation
Donald Lococo ArchitectsDonald Lococo Architects
The kitchen was designed two years ago and was then erased and redesigned when the world became a different place a year later. As everyone attempted to flatten the curve, our goal in this regard was to create a kitchen that looked forward to a sharp curve down and of a happier time To that promise for happier times, the redesign, a goal was to make the kitchen brighter and more optimistic. This was done by using simple, primary shapes and circular pendants and emphasizing them in contrast, adding a playful countenance. The selection of a dynamic grain of figured walnut also contributes as this once-living material and its sinuous grain adds motion, rhythm, and scale. Proud of their 1970s home, one challenge of the design was to balance a 1970's feel and stay current. However, many ‘70s references looked and felt outdated. The first step was a changed mindset. Just like the return of the ‘40s bath and the retro movement a few years ago, every era returns in some way. Chronologically, the '70s will soon be here. Our design looked to era-specific furniture and materials of the decade. Figured walnut was so pervasive in the era: this motif was used on car exteriors such as the 1970 Town and Country Station Wagon, which debuted the same year the existing home was built. We also looked at furniture specific to the decade. The console stereo is referenced not only by high legs on the island but also by the knurled metal cabinet knobs reminiscent of often-used stereo dials. Knurled metalwork is also used on the kitchen faucet. The design references the second piece of '70s furniture in our modern TV tray, which is angled to face the television in the family room. Its round pencil and mug holder cutouts follow the design of walnut consoles and dashboard of the station wagon and other elements of the time.
Spruceleigh Remodel 2
Spruceleigh Remodel 2
Deffenbaugh HomesDeffenbaugh Homes
Inspiration for a medium sized classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Modern Galley Kitchen in Alameda
Modern Galley Kitchen in Alameda
Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.
Francis Combes
This is an example of a small modern enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, composite countertops, beige splashback, stone tiled splashback, integrated appliances, ceramic flooring and no island.
Rénovation cuisine Oullins Noce Canaletto
Rénovation cuisine Oullins Noce Canaletto
Les cuisines d'ArnoLes cuisines d'Arno
Lotfi Dakhli
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Lyon with a submerged sink, composite countertops, black splashback, ceramic flooring, beige floors, black worktops, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, black appliances and a breakfast bar.
Carter-B
Carter-B
Apex Design & DraftingApex Design & Drafting
Spacious kitchen with wooden upper cabinets & island, open shelving, and dark wood & tile accents.
Photo of a medium sized rustic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and grey worktops.
Kitchen Remodel (Bryant)
Kitchen Remodel (Bryant)
Mariano & Co., LLCMariano & Co., LLC
We removed the old cabinetry and backsplash and replaced with Cabinetry and countertops. The new cabinets are OakCraft Knotty Alder in a Truffle Stain. The countertops are Brittanica Cambria quartz.
Zen Micro Cabin
Zen Micro Cabin
CIRCLE Design StudioCIRCLE Design Studio
Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, brown floors, grey worktops, dark wood cabinets, mosaic tiled splashback and dark hardwood flooring.
Transitional Kitchen with Medallion Cherry Cabinets and Quartz Countertop
Transitional Kitchen with Medallion Cherry Cabinets and Quartz Countertop
Cabinet-S-TopCabinet-S-Top
Our customer desired to upgrade their builder grade cabinetry with beautiful cherry cabinets and they wanted a portable island that could easily be moved to create more space. The cabinetry installed is Medallion Cherry Mission Door, Pecan/Flat Panel in Cherry with Amaretto Stain and Ebony Glaze/Highlight. The countertop is Wilsonart Quartz in Santiago color. The backsplash is Basket Weave Bianco Wood with Atena Dot tile. Armstrong 3” Rustic Restoration in Essential Brown flooring.
Ballarat East House
Ballarat East House
Porter ArchitectsPorter Architects
Derek Swalwell
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, dark wood cabinets, marble worktops, brown splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and brown worktops.
Aspen French House Plan
Aspen French House Plan
Walker Home DesignWalker Home Design
Large classic kitchen/diner in Salt Lake City with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Island Cooktop with Pot Filler Behind and Utensil Drawer Under
Island Cooktop with Pot Filler Behind and Utensil Drawer Under
Denise Quade DesignDenise Quade Design
Full depth utensil dividers were incorporated into the drawers immediately under the Wolf Cooktops. It's a great spot to store cooking utensils to keep them off the counter.
San Mateo Spanish Style
San Mateo Spanish Style
Kari McIntosh DesignKari McIntosh Design
Julie Mikos Photography
Design ideas for a small classic galley enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with a belfast sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Waypoint Cherry Chocolate Cabinets and Giallo Ornamental Granite Countertops
Waypoint Cherry Chocolate Cabinets and Giallo Ornamental Granite Countertops
Cabinet-S-TopCabinet-S-Top
In this kitchen renovation, we installed Waypoint Living Spaces full overlay 720F Cherry Chocolate Glaze cabinets on the perimeter and island with roll out trays for pots and pan and tilt out trays accented with Top Knobs Griggs 5 1/16 inch pulls and Hollow Round 1 3/16 knobs. On the countertop, 3cm Giallo ornamental granite was installed. Linear Glass/Stone/Metal tile was installed on the backsplash. A Blanco 1 ¾ Diamond Silgranite Metallic gray undermount sink and Moen Arbor single handled spot resistant stainless faucet. 2 Monroe Mini Pendant lights over the island and a Monroe 5 Light Chandelier in brushed nickel over the table were installed.
Chandler Mediterranean Homes
Chandler Mediterranean Homes
UserUser
Photo of a medium sized traditional u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, brown splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Апартаменты на 1-м Зачатьевском переулке
Апартаменты на 1-м Зачатьевском переулке
AB ArchitectsAB Architects
Автор проекта: Ведран Бркич Фотограф: Красюк Сергей
Photo of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Moscow with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and no island.
Waterstone Show Suites
Waterstone Show Suites
Cara InteriorsCara Interiors
This townhouse has a contemporary, open-concept feel that makes the space seem much larger. The contrast of the light and dark palette make the room visually appealing to guests. The layout of the kitchen and family room also make it perfect for entertaining.
2015 PUR-FS TOPOS
2015 PUR-FS TOPOS
Leicht Westchester-GreenwichLeicht Westchester-Greenwich
Photo of a medium sized modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz worktops, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring and an island.
Tredje långgatan
Tredje långgatan
StylingfabrikenStylingfabriken
Medium sized scandinavian single-wall kitchen/diner in Gothenburg with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, marble worktops and no island.
Van Alstyne Kitchen
Van Alstyne Kitchen
Karen Childress DesignsKaren Childress Designs
New custom built in venthood with corbels and small shelf with cabinets above. Photo credits: Melinda Ortley
Design ideas for a large mediterranean u-shaped kitchen/diner in Austin with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo flooring and an island.

Affordable Kitchen with Dark Wood Cabinets 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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