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Kitchen with Granite Worktops and an Island Ideas and Designs

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Farmhouse Kitchen, Living Room, Outdoor Living (Full Home Remodel)
Farmhouse Kitchen, Living Room, Outdoor Living (Full Home Remodel)
Mariano & Co., LLCMariano & Co., LLC
We removed a wall that separated the Kitchen and living room to open up the space. Created a Large Island that is topped with Granite with a Smokehouse stain cabinet, the surround is Grey Quartz with Cream Cabinets.
Cosmic Black Granite Kitchen
Cosmic Black Granite Kitchen
Stone ActionStone Action
Cosmic Black granite is shown in this project! Search the specific granite name, see more granite or other stone options: http://www.stoneaction.com Learn more about granite to see if it’s right for you: Granite countertops can last a lifetime. It contains no harmful chemicals and do not emit harmful radiation or gasses. Granite is heat resistant and is one of the most heat-resistant countertops on the market. You can place a hot pan out of the oven directly onto the countertop surface. Experts do recommend the use of a trivet when using appliances that emit heat for long periods of time, such as crockpots. Since the material is so dense, there is a small possibility heating one area of the top and not the entire thing, could cause the countertop to crack. Granite is scratch resistant. You can cut on it, but it will dull your knives! Granite scores a seven on Moh’s hardness scale. Granite countertops are considered to be a low maintenance countertop surface. The likelihood of needing to be repaired or resurfaced is low. Granite is a porous material. Most fabricators will apply a sealer to granite countertops before they are installed which will protect them from absorbing liquids too quickly. Many sealers last more than 10 years before needing to be reapplied. When they do need to be reapplied, it is something that most homeowners can do on their own as the process is similar to cleaning. Darker granites are very dense and sometimes don’t even require a sealer. When it comes to pricing, there are a lot of variables such as edge profile, total square footage, backsplash, etc. Don’t be fooled by the stereotype that all granite is expensive. Lower-range granites will cost less than high-range laminate. Though granite countertops are not considered “low range” in pricing, there are a lot of affordable options. If you are looking for something truly unique, consider an exotic granite. Some quarries are not easily accessible and/or only able to be quarried for short periods of time throughout the year. If these circumstances exist in a quarry with gorgeous stone, the price will be driven upward You won’t find a lot of solid patterns or bright colors, but both do exist. Also, watch for a large range of color and pattern within the same color of stone. It’s always a good idea to view the exact slab(s) that will be fabricated for your kitchen to make sure they are what you expected to see from the sample. Another factor is that many exotic types of granite have huge flowing waves, and a small sample will not be an accurate representation of the whole slab. Granite countertops are very resistant to chemicals. Acids and bases will not harm the material.
Rush Lake Rustic - Crosslake, MN
Rush Lake Rustic - Crosslake, MN
Dan J. Heid - Planning & DesignDan J. Heid - Planning & Design
Dan Heid
This is an example of a medium sized rustic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Larger Than Life
Larger Than Life
SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.
The gourmet kitchen pulls out all stops – luxury functions of pull-out tray storage, magic corners, hidden touch-latches, and high-end appliances; steam-oven, wall-oven, warming drawer, espresso/coffee, wine fridge, ice-machine, trash-compactor, and convertible-freezers – to create a home chef’s dream. Cook and prep space is extended thru windows from the kitchen to an outdoor work space and built in barbecue. photography: Paul Grdina
Spring Timeless Tuscan
Spring Timeless Tuscan
Wyrick Residential DesignWyrick Residential Design
Design ideas for a large mediterranean l-shaped kitchen/diner in Houston with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island and beige floors.
Transitional Kitchen
Transitional Kitchen
Bobbi Alderfer/Lifestyle DesignBobbi Alderfer/Lifestyle Design
Brian DeWolf
This is an example of a large classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Chicago with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, brown floors, metro tiled splashback and dark hardwood flooring.
Historical Barn Renovation
Historical Barn Renovation
ProBuild360ProBuild360
Matt Greaves Photography
Large classic galley open plan kitchen in West Midlands with granite worktops, an island, a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets and white splashback.
Traditional Mountain Roost
Traditional Mountain Roost
UserUser
The star of this South Carolina mountain home's traditional kitchen is the cast stone hood hanging above a black Lacanche range. The antique brass faucet and pot-filler add vintage sheen and coordinate with the range’s hardware. Dark walnut-stained beams, island and hardwood floors contrast with the ivory plaster walls and ceiling. Cabinets finished in a light taupe paint with chocolate glaze are accented in restoration glass with lead caming and pewter hardware. Black Pearl granite, which has been brushed and enhanced, tops the counters and climbs the backsplash. The stone's flecks of silver, gold and gray add depth. Counter stools covered in cream and taupe striped burlap are trimmed with bronze nails and pull up to the expansive island. Above the island hovers an iron chandelier, shedding light on the white farm sink. This space was designed to fill with friends – prepping, cooking and delighting in each luxurious detail. Just beyond this drool-worthy room is a peek of the home’s stately dining room.
Our Work
Our Work
Goodner Brothers Custom HomesGoodner Brothers Custom Homes
Medium sized country u-shaped kitchen pantry in Austin with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, medium hardwood flooring, an island and beige floors.
A Home Decorator's Dream Come True
A Home Decorator's Dream Come True
Tegethoff HomesTegethoff Homes
Anne Matheis
Design ideas for an expansive classic open plan kitchen in Other with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, a submerged sink, granite worktops and stainless steel appliances.
Kitchens
Kitchens
Floor Care & InteriorFloor Care & Interior
Inspiration for a large rustic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Austin with a built-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring and an island.
Crystal Lake kitchen and master bath
Crystal Lake kitchen and master bath
B&C EnterprisesB&C Enterprises
Inspiration for a classic u-shaped kitchen in Chicago with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite worktops, brown splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Boxford MA Kitchen
Boxford MA Kitchen
Heartwood KitchensHeartwood Kitchens
Boxford, MA kitchen renovation designed by north of Boston kitchen design showroom Heartwood Kitchens. This kitchen includes white painted cabinetry with a glaze and dark wood island. Heartwood included a large, deep boxed out window on the window wall to brighten up the kitchen. This kitchen includes a large island with seating for 4, Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, large pantry cabinets and glass front china cabinet. Island/Tabletop items provided by Savoir Faire Home Andover, MA Oriental rugs from First Rugs in Acton, MA Photo credit: Eric Roth Photography.
Kitchen Pull Out Pantry
Kitchen Pull Out Pantry
Bill Fry Construction - Wm. H. Fry Const. Co.Bill Fry Construction - Wm. H. Fry Const. Co.
Double kitchen pull out pantry
Photo of a large traditional l-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
730 6th Ave. N
730 6th Ave. N
T. Jerulle Construction, LLCT. Jerulle Construction, LLC
Matt Steeves Photography All appliances are Miele high tech. appliances.
This is an example of a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Custom Log & Timber Frame Home
Custom Log & Timber Frame Home
StoneMill Log & Timber HomesStoneMill Log & Timber Homes
The kitchen is in the timber frame section of the home. Shaker style cabins and large island make this a delight for cooking. Photo credit: James Ray Spahn
Serenity
Serenity
Sun West Custom Homes LLCSun West Custom Homes LLC
Large center island in kitchen with seating facing the cooking and prep area.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped 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.
Rosemary Woods Classic Kitchen
Rosemary Woods Classic Kitchen
Liz Schupanitz DesignsLiz Schupanitz Designs
Cooking for Two Location: Plymouth, MN, United States Liz Schupanitz Designs Photographed by: Andrea Rugg Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
David GatesDavid Gates
Main Kitchen area. Kraftmaid maple cabinets in the Jamison door style, painted in Biscotti with Cocoa Glaze. LG Model LSG4513ST Gas Range. ZEPHYR Model ZSA-M90CS range hood. DANZE Model D205058SS pot filler faucet.
Organic Beauty
Organic Beauty
Freestyle InteriorsFreestyle Interiors
Photo of a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and a belfast sink.

Kitchen with Granite Worktops and an Island 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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