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Kitchen with Dark Wood Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Mr & Mrs Davis
Mr & Mrs Davis
Diane Berry KitchensDiane Berry Kitchens
This amazing old house was in need of something really special and by mixing a couple of antiques with modern dark Eggersmann units we have a real stand out kitchen that looks like no other we have ever done. What a joy to work with such a visionary client and on such a beautiful home.
Little Venice Georgian Townhouse
Little Venice Georgian Townhouse
Margot Tsim InteriorsMargot Tsim Interiors
Photo of a large contemporary kitchen/diner in London with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz worktops, blue splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone flooring, an island and white worktops.
Moody Contemporary Handleless - Stoke D'Abernon
Moody Contemporary Handleless - Stoke D'Abernon
Adaptations LtdAdaptations Ltd
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, black appliances, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors and beige worktops.
Nordic Kitchen
Nordic Kitchen
Irving sykes kitchens and fine furnitureIrving sykes kitchens and fine furniture
Inspiration for a midcentury u-shaped kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, terrazzo worktops, stainless steel appliances, an island, grey floors and multicoloured worktops.
Ferndale: Mid-century four bedroom single story home
Ferndale: Mid-century four bedroom single story home
Muchmore DesignMuchmore Design
The primary material used for the kitchen is iroko, combined with plywood lined interior cabinetry. A four metre long skylight installed above the island casts natural light across the beautiful oiled iroko wood. Reeded glass, popular in the 1960´s, was also fitted into the sliding pantry doors. The central island and units were installed on matte black plinths providing a floating appearance above the floor.
Bespoke Interiors
Bespoke Interiors
Tonic InteriorsTonic Interiors
Stunning Open Plan Kitchen with Extra Large Island. Features Book matched Marble. Four Ovens, Wine Fridge and Teppanyaki Grill.
Large contemporary kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors and white worktops.
Beautiful Contemporary Walnut Kitchen
Beautiful Contemporary Walnut Kitchen
The Kitchen PartnersThe Kitchen Partners
Beautiful Contemporary Walnut Kitchen
This is an example of a large contemporary grey and brown l-shaped open plan kitchen in Cardiff with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, white worktops, feature lighting, a submerged sink and grey floors.
Extension, Waterloo
Extension, Waterloo
Up ArchitectsUp Architects
This is an example of a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an island, grey floors and white worktops.
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.
Territorial Update - Kitchen
Territorial Update - Kitchen
Ernesto Garcia Interior Design, LLCErnesto Garcia Interior Design, LLC
The efficient concentration of functions in the center of the kitchen rendered vast available space, expanding circulation all around the island and its surrounds.
1210 Macdonald Ranch
1210 Macdonald Ranch
Luxe-DesignLuxe-Design
Kitchen with Morning Room
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Las Vegas with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone flooring, an island, beige floors and beige worktops.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Design ideas for a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Chicago with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metal splashback and coloured appliances.
Energy Efficient, Empty Nester New England Timber Frame
Energy Efficient, Empty Nester New England Timber Frame
Designs for Living by Wendy, LLCDesigns for Living by Wendy, LLC
Eric Roth
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Jacksonville with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an island, marble worktops, cork flooring and green worktops.
Model Home, Starr Homes LLC
Model Home, Starr Homes LLC
Dwell Interiors, LLCDwell Interiors, LLC
Starr Homes, LLC
Photo of a rustic kitchen in Dallas with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige splashback, metro tiled splashback, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Rustic Cabin Kitchen Interior Design Shoot
Rustic Cabin Kitchen Interior Design Shoot
Envision Home PhotosEnvision Home Photos
Inspiration for a rustic l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, exposed beams, a vaulted ceiling, a wood ceiling, a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, green splashback and an island.
Serenity
Serenity
Sun West Custom Homes LLCSun West Custom Homes LLC
Large center island in kitchen with seating facing the cooking and prep area.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary open plan kitchen in Las Vegas with a submerged sink, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances, travertine flooring, an island, flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback and grey floors.
Freeman Residence
Freeman Residence
LMK INTERIOR DESIGNLMK INTERIOR DESIGN
Scott Zimmerman, Modern kitchen with walnut cabinets and quartz counter top.
This is an example of a large contemporary kitchen in Salt Lake City with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, stone tiled splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Wonderfully Walnut
Wonderfully Walnut
Studio M Kitchen & BathStudio M Kitchen & Bath
Who wouldn't love to wake up to this coffee bar that is both warm and inviting! The walnut floating shelves are a great way to display all your glassware, cups and accessories.
European Influenced Craftsman Home
European Influenced Craftsman Home
Two Hands InteriorsTwo Hands Interiors
A custom copper hood, hand painted terra-cotta tile backsplash, expansive windows and rich Taj Mahal quartzite counters create a sophisticated and comfortable kitchen. With a pot filler, built-in shelves for spices and plenty of dark gray cabinets for storage, a modern chef has so many tools close at-hand.
Deighan Home
Deighan Home
Sarah Carr DesignSarah Carr Design
Inspiration for a country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.

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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