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Kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Lighthouse Residence
Lighthouse Residence
Openspace ArchitectureOpenspace Architecture
Ben Hall
Photo of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, a submerged sink, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Hillside Home - Kitchen
Hillside Home - Kitchen
Southam Design IncSoutham Design Inc
Another view of the kitchen displaying the main central island centered under a skylight. Additional recessed and adjustable lighting is supplied for task lighting on the island. The fridge is fully integrated, where the cooking appliances are stainless steel. The back wall serves as a focal point with counter-to-ceiling mosaic glass tile and an attractive range hood. Marc Fowler - Kitchen & Bathroom shots
Traditional Country French Home
Traditional Country French Home
Weiss Design Group, Inc.Weiss Design Group, Inc.
A warm kitchen in the French Provincial style showcases a white marble countertop with dual toned cabinetry with fine detailing.
Photo of a medium sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with a built-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Ridgeway Residence
Ridgeway Residence
UserUser
Casey Woods Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Austin with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, engineered stone countertops, concrete flooring and an island.
Magnolia: Mid-Century Modern
Magnolia: Mid-Century Modern
ROM architecture studioROM architecture studio
Architect: Carol Sundstrom, AIA Accessibility Consultant: Karen Braitmayer, FAIA Interior Designer: Lucy Johnson Interiors Contractor: Phoenix Construction Cabinetry: Contour Woodworks Custom Sink: Kollmar Sheet Metal Photography: © Kathryn Barnard
Broadway spec house
Broadway spec house
Korts & Knight, Kitchens by Alexandra KnightKorts & Knight, Kitchens by Alexandra Knight
Design ideas for a modern galley kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets and white splashback.
Balinese Influenced Kitchen
Balinese Influenced Kitchen
Robin Rigby Fisher, CMKBD/CAPS/CLIPPSRobin Rigby Fisher, CMKBD/CAPS/CLIPPS
“I don’t want my kitchen to look like anyone else’s.” This was the client’s request to the designer. Influenced by the style of Bali and the client’s own design sense, the new style was dubbed “Julinese” (her name is Julie). In keeping with the Balinese style, bold design elements were chosen – 6” pyramidal columns stained with a deep java finish, support the 3” thick Purple Dunas granite countertops and the custom glass eating bar. The electrical outlets are housed in these columns. Further supporting the Balinese theme, the ceiling over the island was raised in a pyramid style – evoking an outdoor feel. Kable lighting illuminates the kitchen. Topping the cabinets along the walls and the window sill are dark grey 3” thick concrete counters. When the folding windows are open, the sill becomes a 15” deep serving bar for outdoor entertaining. For ergonomics – the dishwasher and microwave were raised to 42” and 54” comparatively. Additional Design elements: Cork floors in Autumn and Black Pepper finish Custom design cabinet doors support the strong linear lines. Stainless Steel Farm Sink Eclipse Architectural Folding window and door Cheng Design Custom Hood
Edmonton Kitchen
Edmonton Kitchen
Chantry KitchensChantry Kitchens
Photo of a large traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets and an island.
Sunset Breezehouse
Sunset Breezehouse
Blu HomesBlu Homes
Features: Flooring: Plyboo Bambbo Flooring in Havana Strand Countertop: Caesarstone Quartz in Raven Cabinetry: Executive Cabinetry Exotic Wood Veneer in Asian Ash Range: Thermador Backsplash: Walker Zanger Custom Sealed Limestone Tile Sink: Kohler, Stages 33" SS Sink
Riverfront Home
Riverfront Home
Linda Ashley Interior Decoration, IncLinda Ashley Interior Decoration, Inc
© Image / Dennis Krukowski
Design ideas for a medium sized nautical u-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a double-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, engineered stone countertops and white splashback.
Clyde Hill Modernization
Clyde Hill Modernization
4D Architects4D Architects
This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Lake Home
Lake Home
BRAD RABINOWITZ ARCHITECTBRAD RABINOWITZ ARCHITECT
Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Burlington with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback and metro tiled splashback.
Orcas Island Residence
Orcas Island Residence
Vandervort ArchitectsVandervort Architects
Rustic open plan kitchen in Seattle with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets and engineered stone countertops.
Slide Into Home
Slide Into Home
Coburn Design BuildCoburn Design Build
Photo of a traditional kitchen/diner in Denver with medium hardwood flooring, a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Contemporary Kitchens
Contemporary Kitchens
TreyoneTreyone
Design ideas for a small contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Cornwall with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island and slate flooring.
Alfred
Alfred
Boswell ConstructionBoswell Construction
Miton Cucine Cabinetry Porcelain marble with woodgrain recessed soffit with LED lights #buildboswell
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, porcelain flooring and an island.
Seattle Downtown Condo
Seattle Downtown Condo
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
This is an example of a contemporary single-wall kitchen in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile countertops, grey splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Laurelhurst Residence
Laurelhurst Residence
Prestige Residential ConstructionPrestige Residential Construction
Contractor: Prestige Residential Construction Architects: DeForest Architects; Interior Design: NB Design Group ; Photo: Benjamin Benschneider
Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, a submerged sink, light wood cabinets, beige splashback, integrated appliances and granite worktops.
My Houzz: A Ranch Style home in Salem Oregon Evokes Old World European
My Houzz: A Ranch Style home in Salem Oregon Evokes Old World European
Louise LakierLouise Lakier
Louise Lakier Photography © 2012 Houzz
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in Portland with glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Charmean Neithart Interiors
Charmean Neithart Interiors
Erika Bierman PhotographyErika Bierman Photography
Beautiful French Colonial kitchen by Charmean Neithart Interiors, http://charmean-neithart-interiors.com/

Kitchen with 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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