Kitchen with Grey Worktops and Feature Lighting Ideas and Designs

Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, pink cabinets, concrete worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, lino flooring, an island, green floors, grey worktops, a timber clad ceiling and feature lighting.

Stainforth Road

Studio Milne

Photo of a large traditional grey and black galley kitchen/diner in London with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, granite splashback, black appliances, vinyl flooring, an island, brown floors, grey worktops and feature lighting.

West Dulwich Family Home

Imperfect Interiors

This detached home in West Dulwich was opened up & extended across the back to create a large open plan kitchen diner & seating area for the family to enjoy together. We added oak herringbone parquet in the main living area, a large dark green and wood kitchen and a generous dining & seating area. A cinema room was also tucked behind the kitchen

Kitchen project in Thames Ditton

Bathroom + Kitchen Eleven

Built in kitchen sink with marble counter and splashback. Dove grey units below and above. Pantry to the left. Quooker tap in antique brass, matching the cabinet door handles Large island with curved marble counter and integrated Bora induction hob with built in extractor. Seating around the edge. Built in ovens against wall with integrated freezer one side and fridge the other. Three pendant lights over island.

Acton Family Home

Lomax & Chi

This is an example of a large bohemian l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, grey worktops and feature lighting.

Aurelia's Kitchen

Classic Kitchens Direct

A stunning example of an ornate Handmade Bespoke kitchen, with Quartz worktops, white hand painted cabinets
Photo of a medium sized victorian galley kitchen/diner in London with white cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, granite splashback, an island, grey worktops, feature lighting, recessed-panel cabinets, black appliances and multi-coloured floors.

Bracken House

GOATER JONES London Ltd

Inspiration for a classic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Surrey with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble worktops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone flooring, an island, beige floors, grey worktops and feature lighting.

The Hertfordshire Home

Simpson & Voyle

Immerse yourself in the opulence of this bespoke kitchen, where deep green cabinets command attention with their rich hue and bespoke design. The striking copper-finished island stands as a centerpiece, exuding warmth and sophistication against the backdrop of the deep green cabinetry. A concrete countertop adds an industrial edge to the space, while large-scale ceramic tiles ground the room with their timeless elegance. Classic yet contemporary, this kitchen is a testament to bespoke craftsmanship and luxurious design.

A contemporary luxury kitchen with natural elements

Amberth

The mix of white and natural wood cabinet door fronts and island surround makes this kitchen look and feel warm and welcoming.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary grey and white single-wall open plan kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, composite countertops, black appliances, an island, grey worktops and feature lighting.

Colourful Yet Calm Family Home - Kitchen

Studio Fabbri

Contemporary kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, pink cabinets, concrete worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, lino flooring, an island, green floors, grey worktops, a timber clad ceiling and feature lighting.

Ultra Modern Steel Kitchen in St Albans

Audus Kitchens

This stunning modern kitchen on Sandridgebury Lane, St Albans is the perfect example of form meeting function. The client wanted an ultra-modern kitchen that would be able to accommodate their large family and their love of entertaining. They wanted an almost commercial and industrial feel to the space, and they definitely achieved that goal with this striking scheme. The sleek lines and monochromatic palette create a chic and elegant aesthetic, while the brushed steel surfaces and high-end appliances give the space a contemporary feel. We used a combination of brushed steel reproduction and lacquered laminate for the cabinets and a Dekton Domoos in matt graphite. The luxury appliances are from Siemens, Blanco, and Quooker, and they were chosen for their quality and ability to meet a busy family's demands. This kitchen is truly a work of art and is sure to be the centre of many happy memories for years to come.

Walthamstow, kitchen and boot room.

PlaceDesign Kitchens and Interiors

Elements of this kitchen I love are - the sumptuous colour of the Obsidian green paint against the brass fittings. The high Dekton Aura backsplash with shelf. The Art Deco light fittings. And obviously the bespoke furniture. This is a gorgeous space!

Compact White Kitchen

Timothy James Interiors

White contemporary kitchen designed and installed by Timothy James Interiors. Glass splashbacks in pastel green by Farrow & Ball with light grey quartz worktops and grey porcelain floor tiles.

Deco Seaside Apartment

Nicky Percival Limited

Ply wood kitchen cabinets faced with grey Formica, bright orange glass splashback, Modern lighting
Small bohemian grey and brown u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sussex with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, composite countertops, orange splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo flooring, brown floors, grey worktops and feature lighting.

Ultramodern German Kitchen in Findon Valley, West Sussex

Alexander Kitchens

Ultramodern German Kitchen in Findon Valley, West Sussex Our contracts team make the most of a wonderful open plan space with an ultramodern kitchen design & theme. The Brief For this kitchen project in Findon Valley a truly unique design was required. With this property recently extensively renovated, a vast ground floor space required a minimalist kitchen theme to suit the style of this client. A key desirable was a link between the outdoors and the kitchen space, completely level flooring in this room meant that when bi-fold doors were peeled back the kitchen could function as an extension of this sunny garden. Throughout, personal inclusions and elements have been incorporated to suit this client. Design Elements To achieve the brief of this project designer Sarah from our contracts team conjured a design that utilised a huge bank of units across the back wall of this space. This provided the client with vast storage and also meant no wall units had to be used at the client’s request. Further storage, seating and space for appliances is provided across a huge 4.6-meter island. To suit the open plan style of this project, contemporary German furniture has been used from premium supplier Nobilia. The chosen finish of Slate Grey compliments modern accents used elsewhere in the property, with a dark handleless rail also contributing to the theme. Special Inclusions An important element was a minimalist and uncluttered feel throughout. To achieve this plentiful storage and custom pull-out platforms for small appliances have been utilised to minimise worktop clutter. A key part of this design was also the high-performance appliances specified. Within furniture a Neff combination microwave, Neff compact steam oven and two Neff Slide & Hide ovens feature, in addition to two warming drawers beneath ovens. Across the island space, a Bora Pure venting hob is used to remove the need for an overhead extractor – with a Quooker boiling tap also fitted. Project Highlight The undoubtable highlight of this project is the 4.6 metre island – fabricated with seamless Corian work surfaces in an Arrow Root finish. On each end of the island a waterfall edge has been included, with seating and ambient lighting nice additions to this space. The End Result The result of this project is a wonderful open plan kitchen design that incorporates several great features that have been personalised to suit this client’s brief. This project was undertaken by our contract kitchen team. Whether you are a property developer or are looking to renovate your own home, consult our expert designers to see how we can design your dream space. To arrange an appointment visit a showroom or book an appointment now.

Nobilia Line N Touch XL in Satin Grey Supermatt

Create Bespoke Kitchens

Nobilia Line N Touch XL in Satin Grey Supermatt with Smokestack Concrete quartz worktops. This kitchen is packed with top of the range appliances, including the fabulous Bora hob, Smeg single oven and microwave, black Quooker Flex boiling water tap, all topped off with our trademark fully tuneable lighting. For more information visit our website and read the full case study.

Beachfront Kitchen

HRH Construction Inc.

Contrasting grey island cabinets with white wall cabinets.
Photo of a large nautical grey and white l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, grey worktops, exposed beams, a vaulted ceiling, a wood ceiling and feature lighting.

The Hertfordshire Home

Simpson & Voyle

Discover the timeless charm of this bespoke kitchen, where classic design elements are seamlessly integrated with modern sophistication. The deep green cabinets exude elegance and depth, while the fluted glass upper cabinets add a touch of refinement and character. A copper-finished island stands as a focal point, infusing the space with warmth and style. With its concrete countertop and large-scale ceramic floor tiles, this kitchen strikes the perfect balance between timeless tradition and contemporary allure.

LOFTEC CONCEPT 724

Studio DA

This is an example of a small industrial grey and brown u-shaped open plan kitchen in Moscow with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, composite countertops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, orange floors, grey worktops and feature lighting.

5 Storey Period House Renovation - East London

Lomax & Chi

Large airy open plan kitchen, flooded with natural light opening onto the garden. Hand made timber units, with feature copper lights, antique timber floor and window seat.

Kitchen with Grey Worktops and Feature Lighting 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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