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Kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets and Metro Tiled Splashback Ideas and Designs

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Saint Paul Craftsman
Saint Paul Craftsman
David Heide Design StudioDavid Heide Design Studio
Architecture & Interior Design: David Heide Design Studio -- Photos: Karen Melvin
Design ideas for a classic kitchen in Minneapolis with light wood cabinets, green splashback, metro tiled splashback, recessed-panel cabinets, granite worktops, a breakfast bar and grey worktops.
Scandi | Timber | White
Scandi | Timber | White
Hastings DesignHastings Design
Art Department Creative
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary galley kitchen in Adelaide with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.
Monterey Modern
Monterey Modern
Catherine Garrison Architect, IncCatherine Garrison Architect, Inc
Photo of a medium sized traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, beaded cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz worktops, blue splashback, metro tiled splashback, integrated appliances, ceramic flooring, no island, black floors and grey worktops.
Midcentury Modern Kitchen
Midcentury Modern Kitchen
Rigney HomeCraft Fine CabinetryRigney HomeCraft Fine Cabinetry
This is an example of an industrial l-shaped kitchen/diner in Nashville with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.
Renovating a 1970s Kitchen
Renovating a 1970s Kitchen
Steveworks LLCSteveworks LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Boston with light hardwood flooring, beige floors, a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
NE Portland Bungalow Remodel
NE Portland Bungalow Remodel
Right Arm ConstructionRight Arm Construction
Small traditional galley enclosed kitchen in Portland with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, green splashback, metro tiled splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island, beige floors and white worktops.
Sunset Residence
Sunset Residence
Hoke LeyHoke Ley
Blake Worthington, Rebecca Duke
Design ideas for a large country galley kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, beige floors, light wood cabinets and an island.
Natural Birdseye-Project 3216
Natural Birdseye-Project 3216
Design 1 Kitchen & BathDesign 1 Kitchen & Bath
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, terrazzo worktops, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and grey splashback.
Medinah / Transitional Quarter Sawn Oak Kitchen Kitchen
Medinah / Transitional Quarter Sawn Oak Kitchen Kitchen
BontinaBontina
DeWils Cabintery, Mission style legs and recessed toe kicks elevated a simple island to furniture. Out dated laminate cabinets and not enough storage were the driver for the kitchen intervention. Natural quarter sawn oak cabinets and a furniture style island made an incredible difference in the use and feel of this kitchen.
Kitchen Renovation - CairnsCraft Design & Remodel
Kitchen Renovation - CairnsCraft Design & Remodel
CairnsCraft Design & RemodelCairnsCraft Design & Remodel
From outdated to transitional, we replaced old knotty pine cabinets and original appliances with new and simpler lined cabinetry and appliances. CairnsCraft worked with Anne Kellett who designed this universal design kitchen with pull out spice rack, toe kick storage drawer for flat items, drawer under cook-top which is ideal for utensils. General Contractor: CairnsCraft Design & Remodel Designer: Anne Kellett Photographer: Patricia Bean
Blue Sapphire Granite
Blue Sapphire Granite
Fireplace & Granite DistributorsFireplace & Granite Distributors
Blue Sapphire Granite installed on light wood cabinets. The granite was fabricated with a half inch bevel edge. Backsplash is designed with 3x6 Walnut Travertine and accented with Amber tea linear glass tiles. We included the 30/70 stainless steel sink and the Wellington faucet with soap dispenser.
Transitional Kitchen Design King of Prussia, PA
Transitional Kitchen Design King of Prussia, PA
Reico Kitchen & BathReico Kitchen & Bath
Thomas Valko of Reico Kitchen and Bath in King of Prussia, PA in collaboration with Hounddog Contracting, designed a transitional style kitchen featuring Masterpiece Cabinetry. The kitchen cabinets are in the Martel 5-piece door style in Maple in a Shortbread finish, complimented by Classic Rock Tesora Vento quartz countertops. “We love the new layout and design of our kitchen. It is both beautiful and functional! It was a challenge for us to visualize how the project would turn out, so it was extremely helpful to see the Reico 3D images while designing prior to the start of our work. We were very happy with the quality of both the cabinets and quartz we purchased from Reico,” said the client. Thomas found it challenging to optimize the smaller layout for maximum functionality. "Our biggest hurdle was determining the best spot for the island in such a compact space. Choosing the perfect location was tough," he explained. He expressed his admiration for the Shortbread color of the cabinetry, noting its consistency and ability to hold the stain well. Thomas also enjoyed the collaborative relationship with Dan from Hounddog Contracting, “The communication between all to ensure we were all on the same page. This was effective as the overall result of the kitchen was a huge success.” Photos courtesy of Dan Williams Photography.
Golden Valley Kitchen Remodel
Golden Valley Kitchen Remodel
10K Architecture10K Architecture
Daylight was maximized in a previously segmented and enclosed space by removing a load-bearing wall to the living room. The kitchen design incorporates a new island for added countertop space and entertaining. 10K worked closely with our clients to ensure the existing mid-century integrity of the home was maintained.
Mid-Life Move to a Mid-Century
Mid-Life Move to a Mid-Century
CTA Design Builders, Inc.CTA Design Builders, Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized retro u-shaped kitchen in Seattle with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, white worktops, a breakfast bar and brown floors.
Kitchen Refresh Fall 2018
Kitchen Refresh Fall 2018
Terry S.Terry S.
After: Nabi Glacier White subway tile with crackle finish for kitchen backsplash, Caesarstone Symphony Grey quartz countertop, Kraus undermount stainless sink, Kraus Bolden faucet, Kichler Everly pendant lights, new backless saddle-seat counter stools, wall paint Benjamin Moore Atmospheric AF-500. All other items original to Year-built 2000 home: cabinets, floor, appliances, shelving, track-lighting. Photo by T. Spies
Kitchen Remodel- Almaden Valley
Kitchen Remodel- Almaden Valley
May Construction, Inc.May Construction, Inc.
Budget analysis and project development by: May Construction, Inc. -------------------- Interior design by: Liz Williams
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz worktops, beige splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and grey worktops.
Cocinas Leicht Xylo
Cocinas Leicht Xylo
CHEF D'OEUVRECHEF D'OEUVRE
Cuando el elemento madera toma protagonismo en esta cocina. Resalta el blanco puro de la encimera de la isla donde se encuentra la zona de agua y una zona barra para dos taburetes. La mesa de 6 personas a diferente nivel que la isla con una zona de banqueta para 3 personas y la otra de 3 sillas. La zona cocción se dispone en línea junto con el horno y el frigorífico completamente integrado.
Crystal Downs Legacy Home
Crystal Downs Legacy Home
The Ferraro GroupThe Ferraro Group
Design ideas for a nautical l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Burleigh Beach Tower Apartment
Burleigh Beach Tower Apartment
Mintconstruct Pty LtdMintconstruct Pty Ltd
Small retro galley kitchen/diner in Gold Coast - Tweed with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel worktops, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, no island and beige floors.
Beach House in Avalon New Jersey
Beach House in Avalon New Jersey
Purdy O'Gwynn ArchitectsPurdy O'Gwynn Architects
Halkin/Mason Photography
Photo of a medium sized coastal open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble worktops, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, brown floors and grey worktops.

Kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets and Metro Tiled Splashback 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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