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Kitchen with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Light Wood Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Bayadere Newport Beach
Bayadere Newport Beach
William Guidero Planning and DesignWilliam Guidero Planning and Design
Medium sized classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Orange County with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
Docking Drawer in Studio Dearborn kitchen
Docking Drawer in Studio Dearborn kitchen
Studio DearbornStudio Dearborn
A 1920s colonial in a shorefront community in Westchester County had an expansive renovation with new kitchen by Studio Dearborn. Countertops White Macauba; interior design Lorraine Levinson. Photography, Timothy Lenz.
San Juan Spanish Revival
San Juan Spanish Revival
Concept Design, Inc.Concept Design, Inc.
This open professional kitchen is for a chef who enjoys sharing the duties.
Design ideas for a large mediterranean kitchen pantry in Orange County with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone flooring, an island, grey floors, green worktops and exposed beams.
Weather House
Weather House
Mihaly SlocombeMihaly Slocombe
Weather House is a bespoke home for a young, nature-loving family on a quintessentially compact Northcote block. Our clients Claire and Brent cherished the character of their century-old worker's cottage but required more considered space and flexibility in their home. Claire and Brent are camping enthusiasts, and in response their house is a love letter to the outdoors: a rich, durable environment infused with the grounded ambience of being in nature. From the street, the dark cladding of the sensitive rear extension echoes the existing cottage!s roofline, becoming a subtle shadow of the original house in both form and tone. As you move through the home, the double-height extension invites the climate and native landscaping inside at every turn. The light-bathed lounge, dining room and kitchen are anchored around, and seamlessly connected to, a versatile outdoor living area. A double-sided fireplace embedded into the house’s rear wall brings warmth and ambience to the lounge, and inspires a campfire atmosphere in the back yard. Championing tactility and durability, the material palette features polished concrete floors, blackbutt timber joinery and concrete brick walls. Peach and sage tones are employed as accents throughout the lower level, and amplified upstairs where sage forms the tonal base for the moody main bedroom. An adjacent private deck creates an additional tether to the outdoors, and houses planters and trellises that will decorate the home’s exterior with greenery. From the tactile and textured finishes of the interior to the surrounding Australian native garden that you just want to touch, the house encapsulates the feeling of being part of the outdoors; like Claire and Brent are camping at home. It is a tribute to Mother Nature, Weather House’s muse.
Lake of the Isles Kitchen
Lake of the Isles Kitchen
M. Victoria Johnson InteriorsM. Victoria Johnson Interiors
This is an example of a coastal u-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, multicoloured worktops and a vaulted ceiling.
Modern and warm Farmhouse Kitchen
Modern and warm Farmhouse Kitchen
Laurie DiGiacomo InteriorsLaurie DiGiacomo Interiors
Warm taupe kitchen cabinets and crisp white kitchen island lend a modern, yet warm feel to this beautiful kitchen. This kitchen has luxe elements at every turn, but it stills feels comfortable and inviting.
VEREN A23
VEREN A23
Totaste.studio | Виктор ШтефанTotaste.studio | Виктор Штефан
Medium sized bohemian l-shaped kitchen/diner in Saint Petersburg with a submerged sink, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, an island, brown floors, grey worktops, feature lighting and recessed-panel cabinets.
Garden House
Garden House
ANX / Aaron Neubert ArchitectsANX / Aaron Neubert Architects
Photo of a medium sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble worktops, pink splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
City Haven
City Haven
lisa schmitz interior designlisa schmitz interior design
Large traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Kansas City with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and black worktops.
Plano | Normandy Estates | Kitchen & Butler Cabinets (Partner)
Plano | Normandy Estates | Kitchen & Butler Cabinets (Partner)
Kitchen Design ConceptsKitchen Design Concepts
The builder we partnered with for this beauty original wanted to use his cabinet person (who builds and finishes on site) but the clients advocated for manufactured cabinets - and we agree with them! These homeowners were just wonderful to work with and wanted materials that were a little more "out of the box" than the standard "white kitchen" you see popping up everywhere today - and their dog, who came along to every meeting, agreed to something with longevity, and a good warranty! The cabinets are from WW Woods, their Eclipse (Frameless, Full Access) line in the Aspen door style - a shaker with a little detail. The perimeter kitchen and scullery cabinets are a Poplar wood with their Seagull stain finish, and the kitchen island is a Maple wood with their Soft White paint finish. The space itself was a little small, and they loved the cabinetry material, so we even paneled their built in refrigeration units to make the kitchen feel a little bigger. And the open shelving in the scullery acts as the perfect go-to pantry, without having to go through a ton of doors - it's just behind the hood wall!
O'Brien Harris Chathem Oak Kitchen
O'Brien Harris Chathem Oak Kitchen
O'Brien Harris LLCO'Brien Harris LLC
This bright urban oasis is perfectly appointed with O'Brien Harris Cabinetry in Chicago's bespoke Chatham White Oak cabinetry. The scope of the project included a kitchen that is open to the great room and a bar. The open-concept design is perfect for entertaining. Countertops are Carrara marble, and the backsplash is a white subway tile, which keeps the palette light and bright. The kitchen is accented with polished nickel hardware. Niches were created for open shelving on the oven wall. A custom hood fabricated by O’Brien Harris with stainless banding creates a focal point in the space. Windows take up the entire back wall, which posed a storage challenge. The solution? Our kitchen designers extended the kitchen cabinetry into the great room to accommodate the family’s storage requirements. obrienharris.com
Cocina minimalista en colores gris y beige
Cocina minimalista en colores gris y beige
Hermanos PérezHermanos Pérez
This is an example of a medium sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Madrid with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate countertops, grey splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine flooring, an island, grey floors and grey 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.
Pasadena Bungalow Heaven Kitchen and Bath
Pasadena Bungalow Heaven Kitchen and Bath
Grueter ConstructionGrueter Construction
Photo of a medium sized classic galley enclosed kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and soapstone worktops.
Francois & Co. - Kitchen Range Hoods
Francois & Co. - Kitchen Range Hoods
Francois & CoFrancois & Co
With inspiration going back to antiquity, the ancient French farmhouse, or the vast bustling kitchen of chateau, our Range Hoods collections vary from the simply elegant to creations of intricate beauty, ranging in scale and style from delicate and understated to grand and majestic.
Kintnersville Kitchen
Kintnersville Kitchen
Sullivan Building & Design GroupSullivan Building & Design Group
Custom built kitchen featuring white oak cabinets, contrasting black granite counter tops, warm toned walnut island counter, and white beadboard backsplash. Windows across one wall flood kitchen with natural light. Photo Credit: Paul S. Bartholomew Photography, LLC. Design Build by Sullivan Building & Design Group. Custom Cabinetry by Cider Press Woodworks.
Coastal Kitchen and Breakfast Room
Coastal Kitchen and Breakfast Room
Frank Pitman DesignsFrank Pitman Designs
Martin King Photography
Design ideas for a large coastal kitchen in Orange County with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Kinney Home
Kinney Home
Debra Bracken DesignDebra Bracken Design
Mantle Hood with cabinets that go to the 10' ceiling. Design includes 48" Wolf Range with spice pull-outs on both sides, a Warming Drawer to the left and a Microwave Drawer on the right.
Rustic Newport Maple Natural with Chocolate Glaze
Rustic Newport Maple Natural with Chocolate Glaze
Woodland CabinetryWoodland Cabinetry
Rustic Newport Maple Natural with Chocolate Glaze
Photo of a large rustic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Beach Style Kitchen
Beach Style Kitchen
Design ideas for a beach style grey and cream kitchen in New York with stainless steel appliances, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, brown splashback and stone slab splashback.

Kitchen with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Light 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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