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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.
Vintage Kitchen Remodel
Vintage Kitchen Remodel
TKS Design GroupTKS Design Group
  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The homeowners came to us looking to update the kitchen in their historic 1897 home. The home had gone through an extensive renovation several years earlier that added a master bedroom suite and updates to the front façade. The kitchen however was not part of that update and a prior 1990’s update had left much to be desired. The client is an avid cook, and it was just not very functional for the family. The original kitchen was very choppy and included a large eat in area that took up more than its fair share of the space. On the wish list was a place where the family could comfortably congregate, that was easy and to cook in, that feels lived in and in check with the rest of the home’s décor. They also wanted a space that was not cluttered and dark – a happy, light and airy room. A small powder room off the space also needed some attention so we set out to include that in the remodel as well. See that arch in the neighboring dining room? The homeowner really wanted to make the opening to the dining room an arch to match, so we incorporated that into the design. Another unfortunate eyesore was the state of the ceiling and soffits. Turns out it was just a series of shortcuts from the prior renovation, and we were surprised and delighted that we were easily able to flatten out almost the entire ceiling with a couple of little reworks. Other changes we made were to add new windows that were appropriate to the new design, which included moving the sink window over slightly to give the work zone more breathing room. We also adjusted the height of the windows in what was previously the eat-in area that were too low for a countertop to work. We tried to keep an old island in the plan since it was a well-loved vintage find, but the tradeoff for the function of the new island was not worth it in the end. We hope the old found a new home, perhaps as a potting table. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com
Kirkwood Terrace | Sammamish
Kirkwood Terrace | Sammamish
Quadrant HomesQuadrant Homes
Inspiration for an expansive classic kitchen/diner in Seattle with a submerged sink, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, grey worktops, shaker cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and stone slab splashback.
Braeburn Mid Century Modern, Houston, TX
Braeburn Mid Century Modern, Houston, TX
Victoria SheffieldVictoria Sheffield
Midcentury modern kitchen with white kitchen cabinets, solid surface countertops, and tile backsplash. Open shelving is used throughout. The wet bar design includes teal grasscloth. The floors are the original 1950's Saltillo tile. A flush mount vent hood has been used to not obstruct the view.
Cove Remodel
Cove Remodel
Studio McGeeStudio McGee
Design ideas for a large beach style l-shaped kitchen/diner in Salt Lake City with white cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island and multicoloured worktops.
Birmingham Urban Style Kitchen Remodel
Birmingham Urban Style Kitchen Remodel
MainStreet Design BuildMainStreet Design Build
The homeowner's favorite part of this kitchen remodel was a gorgeous walk-in pantry, highlighted with opaque glass doors, a beverage center and quartz countertops. Light Fixture: Elegant Lighting, Toureag Collection, Ceiling Flush, 8000D12 Door Hardware: Same throughout kitchen but different sizes (Topex Stainless Steel Collection, Rectangle) Glass Shelves: OpiWhite Low Iron Glass Pantry Door Glass: Starphire Low Iron Glass (Frosted) Kate Benjamin Photography
Sophisticated Nostalgia Kitchen in Deer Park
Sophisticated Nostalgia Kitchen in Deer Park
Advance Design Studio, Ltd.Advance Design Studio, Ltd.
When this suburban family decided to renovate their kitchen, they knew that they wanted a little more space. Advance Design worked together with the homeowner to design a kitchen that would work for a large family who loved to gather regularly and always ended up in the kitchen! So the project began with extending out an exterior wall to accommodate a larger island and more moving-around space between the island and the perimeter cabinetry. Style was important to the cook, who began collecting accessories and photos of the look she loved for months prior to the project design. She was drawn to the brightness of whites and grays, and the design accentuated this color palette brilliantly with the incorporation of a warm shade of brown woods that originated from a dining room table that was a family favorite. Classic gray and white cabinetry from Dura Supreme hits the mark creating a perfect balance between bright and subdued. Hints of gray appear in the bead board detail peeking just behind glass doors, and in the application of the handsome floating wood shelves between cabinets. White subway tile is made extra interesting with the application of dark gray grout lines causing it to be a subtle but noticeable detail worthy of attention. Suede quartz Silestone graces the countertops with a soft matte hint of color that contrasts nicely with the presence of white painted cabinetry finished smartly with the brightness of a milky white farm sink. Old melds nicely with new, as antique bronze accents are sprinkled throughout hardware and fixtures, and work together unassumingly with the sleekness of stainless steel appliances. The grace and timelessness of this sparkling new kitchen maintains the charm and character of a space that has seen generations past. And now this family will enjoy this new space for many more generations to come in the future with the help of the team at Advance Design Studio. Dura Supreme Cabinetry Photographer: Joe Nowak
Olathe MCM
Olathe MCM
Stumpff HomeWorks, LLCStumpff HomeWorks, LLC
Photo of a midcentury single-wall kitchen/diner in Kansas City with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, integrated appliances, slate flooring, an island, black floors, white worktops and a vaulted ceiling.
Winden Estate - Ourimbah
Winden Estate - Ourimbah
Penman Brown Interior DesignPenman Brown Interior Design
Photo of an expansive country open plan kitchen in Sydney with shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, a submerged sink, blue cabinets, marble worktops, painted wood flooring, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.
Manor Makeover: Kitchen
Manor Makeover: Kitchen
Tamara Day DesignTamara Day Design
Large traditional galley open plan kitchen in Kansas City with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and multicoloured worktops.
Modern Mediterranean
Modern Mediterranean
Model RemodelModel Remodel
Encaustic cement tile backsplash with Moroccan pendant lights and built-in island seating.
Medium sized mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, an island, a submerged sink, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, white worktops and a vaulted ceiling.
Alhambra Spanish Renovation
Alhambra Spanish Renovation
Julia Chasman DesignJulia Chasman Design
A fantastic Persian rug from Blue Parakeet Rugs brings the whole color scheme together. Vintage touches include the Wedgewood stove, the pendant light over the sink, the red bakelite clock, the vintage footstool ( a Rose Bowl find) and my collection of early California Pottery.
Prospect Heights Brownstone - Kitchen
Prospect Heights Brownstone - Kitchen
Ben HerzogBen Herzog
This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped kitchen with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz worktops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Painted Cabinets
Painted Cabinets
Everingham DesignEveringham Design
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Columbus with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and grey worktops.
Prairie Provincial Remodel
Prairie Provincial Remodel
Vivid Interior Design - Danielle LovenVivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven
Photography: Alyssa Lee Photography
Photo of a large classic kitchen in Minneapolis with engineered stone countertops, an island, white worktops, marble splashback, an integrated sink, glass-front cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, light hardwood flooring and grey cabinets.
Palmira
Palmira
Carl and The WolfCarl and The Wolf
Inspiration for a beach style kitchen in Tampa with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
FOR SALE: Tanglewood Transitional Estate
FOR SALE: Tanglewood Transitional Estate
Frankel Design BuildFrankel Design Build
Photo of an expansive contemporary kitchen in Houston with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, quartz worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, multicoloured worktops, medium wood cabinets and stone slab splashback.
Palo Alto Remodel
Palo Alto Remodel
Harwood ConstructionHarwood Construction
Design ideas for a classic kitchen/diner in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island and beige floors.
St. Paul - French Country Estate
St. Paul - French Country Estate
Charlie & Co. Design, LtdCharlie & Co. Design, Ltd
This is an example of a kitchen in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Modern Spanish Revival
Modern Spanish Revival
SDG ArchitectsSDG Architects
Photo by John Merkl
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz worktops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and beige worktops.

Kitchen with Multi-coloured Splashback 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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