Kitchen with Flat-panel Cabinets and Ceramic Flooring Ideas and Designs

This all white kitchen in Meopham features an almost perfectly symmetrical design with a large waterfall kitchen island. Empira White Caesarstone was chosen for the work surfaces and matching full height stunning splashback. A Bora induction hob and stylish appliances from Siemens complete the sophisticated look and create a sociable living space that will not only be functional, but a pleasure to cook and entertain in.

Sailfish Gulf Suites Renovation on Holmes Beach

Orange Moon Interiors

Open kitchen complete with rope lighting fixtures and open shelf concept.
Photo of a small coastal galley kitchen/diner in Tampa with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, blue splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island, white floors, white worktops and a wood ceiling.

Rénovation d'une maison type 1930 proche de Lille.

Ronan Cooreman Architecte d'intérieur

Cuisine noire avec piano de cuisson.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Lille with a submerged sink, black cabinets, granite worktops, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, no island, white floors, black worktops and flat-panel cabinets.

West 70th St

Marwa Bsat

Medium sized midcentury l-shaped enclosed kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, ceramic flooring, no island, grey floors and white worktops.

Pearl Studio Residence

Pedini NW

Design ideas for a small modern galley kitchen/diner in Portland with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, integrated appliances, ceramic flooring, no island, white floors and white worktops.

Paradise Residence

Highland Builders LLC

Open concept kitchen with clerestory windows for more natural light. Custom contemporary flat panel dark stained cabinetry with metal strap accents. The stone entry reflects light with glass panel door with side lights and transoms. Lighting by Hubbardton Forge. Photo by Ryan Hainey

North Yorkshire Contemporary German Kitchen

DJB Photography

Damian James Bramley, DJB Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary galley kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, ceramic flooring, an island, grey floors, a submerged sink, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances and grey worktops.

Квартира в Московском

TB.Design

Small contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Moscow with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, composite countertops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, no island, black floors and white worktops.

Петербургский джаз

Дизайн интерьеров Оnik design

Photo of a medium sized contemporary kitchen/diner in Saint Petersburg with beige cabinets, composite countertops, beige splashback, ceramic flooring, an island, white floors, white worktops, flat-panel cabinets and stone slab splashback.

S + S Home

Taylor + Taylor

Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, integrated appliances, ceramic flooring, no island, black floors and white worktops.

Rénovation d'un appartement qui chante le sud - Projet Phillipe

Mon Concept Habitation

Le charme du Sud à Paris. Un projet de rénovation assez atypique...car il a été mené par des étudiants architectes ! Notre cliente, qui travaille dans la mode, avait beaucoup de goût et s’est fortement impliquée dans le projet. Un résultat chiadé au charme méditerranéen.

Modern New Construction in Providence, RI

SR Fine Home Builders

Architect: Doug Brown, DBVW Architects / Photographer: Robert Brewster Photography
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Providence with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback and grey worktops.

Rénovation complète d'un appartement grenoblois

Lifestyle Decoration

Sandrine Rivière
Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Grenoble with grey cabinets, wood worktops, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, grey floors, a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, a breakfast bar and brown worktops.

Apartment 2 L’Escala

ZEST architecture

Fotógrafa: Marcela Grassi
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen/diner in Other with ceramic flooring, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, black appliances, grey floors and white worktops.

North Avalon Design by Cynthia Collins

Gilmans Kitchens and Baths

Photography by Treve Johnson Photography
Large contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, integrated appliances, ceramic flooring, an island, grey floors and white worktops.

Sunset Kitchen

Form + Field

This is an example of a medium sized retro u-shaped enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, no island, beige floors and white worktops.

Contemporáneo Cocina

Contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Bilbao with flat-panel cabinets, grey splashback, ceramic flooring, an island, grey floors, black worktops, a submerged sink and grey cabinets.

Rollingwood Remodel and Addition

Nix Group Architects

Inspiration for a medium sized midcentury galley kitchen pantry with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and ceramic flooring.

Santa Monica Contemporary Kitchen

New Generation Home Improvements

Amy Bartlam
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, integrated appliances, ceramic flooring, an island and grey floors.

COCINA Y PUERTAS CORREDERAS

Forma Arquitectura

Sobre la base del blanco y el abedul y, para darle mayor resistencia a la zona de trabajo, se apostó por un elegante y divertido suelo hidráulico. Los muebles de almacenaje quedan totalmente disimulados. Otro elemento destacable son las puertas, hechas en abedul, son correderas y escondidas entre paredes. Son útiles y nunca un estorbo.

Kitchen with Flat-panel Cabinets and Ceramic 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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