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Kitchen with Dark Wood Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Marmi Natural Stone
Marmi Natural Stone
Barbara Brown PhotographyBarbara Brown Photography
Mansion on Peachtree Barbara Brown Photography
This is an example of a classic open plan kitchen in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets and dark wood cabinets.
Robinson Residence
Robinson Residence
97w97w
Stacy and Eric Luecker
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in Dallas with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, green splashback, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood flooring.
Reviving the 70's
Reviving the 70's
Best Builders ltdBest Builders ltd
Ema Peter Photography
Inspiration for a retro galley kitchen/diner in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, green splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, a submerged sink, engineered stone countertops and glass sheet splashback.
The Woodshop of Avon
The Woodshop of Avon
The Woodshop of AvonThe Woodshop of Avon
Ehlan Creative Communications
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback and integrated appliances.
Anne & Richard's 1908 Home
Anne & Richard's 1908 Home
ArciformArciform
Two custom-built moveable islands create flexible counter space in this long but relatively narrow kitchen. New walnut lower cabinets were meticulously matched to the uppers to create a seamless update consistent with the period architectural style of this 1908 Portland foursquare style home. Photo by Photo Art Portraits.
Traditional Kitchen
Traditional Kitchen
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in Miami with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Modern Rustic Mountain Estate Guest House
Modern Rustic Mountain Estate Guest House
ACM DesignACM Design
Design ideas for a classic kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and beige splashback.
Queen Anne Mission
Queen Anne Mission
collaborative interiorscollaborative interiors
Photographer: Northlight Photography / Remodeler: Bob Bethke
Inspiration for a classic kitchen/diner in Seattle with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble worktops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and white splashback.
Sundance II
Sundance II
Interior Concepts Design HouseInterior Concepts Design House
Classic kitchen/diner in Salt Lake City with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, quartz worktops, marble splashback and white worktops.
TAFT remodel
TAFT remodel
Angelisse Karol Color & DesignAngelisse Karol Color & Design
© OPEN HOMES PHOTOGRAPHY Walls, Ceiling and Trim - Benjamin Moore OC-118 SNOWFALL WHITE
Photo of a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, orange floors, white splashback and an island.
TAMAR WANDS | Custom Blown Glass | Modern Sand Kitchen
TAMAR WANDS | Custom Blown Glass | Modern Sand Kitchen
ShakuffShakuff
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, beige floors and white worktops.
Placentia
Placentia
Talisse Construction IncTalisse Construction Inc
Small classic l-shaped kitchen in Orange County with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and an island.
Marbel St
Marbel St
Belle Homes Design & ConstructionBelle Homes Design & Construction
Contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets and dark wood cabinets.
Décoration Nouvelle construction
Décoration Nouvelle construction
BY HOME & DECO - Décoration & RénovationBY HOME & DECO - Décoration & Rénovation
Design ideas for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Paris with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Contemporary Kitchens
Contemporary Kitchens
Kitchen Studio L.A.Kitchen Studio L.A.
Galley kitchen in matte lacquer and walnut by Geoffrey Frost of Kitchen Studio L.A. Cabinetry by Downsview of Toronto, engineered quartz counters by Ceramic Tile Arts, glass tile from Ann Sacks. General Contracting by Dean Atkinson.
Green Street, Mayfair
Green Street, Mayfair
Base InteriorBase Interior
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey splashback, black appliances and an island.
Kitchens
Kitchens
Christopher Burton Homes, Inc.Christopher Burton Homes, Inc.
Our custom homes are built on the Space Coast in Brevard County, FL in the growing communities of Melbourne, FL and Viera, FL. As a custom builder in Brevard County we build custom homes in the communities of Wyndham at Duran, Charolais Estates, Casabella, Fairway Lakes and on your own lot.
COSH Home Designs
COSH Home Designs
COSH GroupCOSH Group
Inspiration for a large contemporary kitchen in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
The Woodshop of Avon
The Woodshop of Avon
The Woodshop of AvonThe Woodshop of Avon
Ehlan Creative Communications
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with dark wood cabinets, recessed-panel cabinets, white splashback and integrated appliances.

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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