Kitchen with Multiple Islands Ideas and Designs

Beach Park-Coastal; Custom Home with bay view

Inspiration for a large beach style single-wall kitchen/diner in Tampa with shaker cabinets, wood worktops, white cabinets, integrated appliances, a belfast sink, brown splashback, brick splashback, medium hardwood flooring, multiple islands and brown floors.

Naples Beach Coastal Retreat Kitchen

41 West

View of Kitchen looking towards dining room and outdoor cafe: Island contemporary kitchen in Naples, Florida. Features custom cabinetry and finishes, double islands, Wolf/Sub-Zero appliances, super wide Pompeii stone 3 inch counter tops, and Adorne switches and outlets. 41 West Coastal Retreat Series reveals creative, fresh ideas, for a new look to define the casual beach lifestyle of Naples. More than a dozen custom variations and sizes are available to be built on your lot. From this spacious 3,000 square foot, 3 bedroom model, to larger 4 and 5 bedroom versions ranging from 3,500 - 10,000 square feet, including guest house options.

Cheshire Country 'ski chalet' feel

Design by UBER

We creatively extended this property enormously using considered space planning to incorporate a completely new space for this fully bespoke Kitchen. The owners' style for this country residence was to lean considerably on the luxurious textures of a ultra high-end ski chalet.

Contemporary-Transitional Projects

Planning and Building, Inc

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Miami with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble worktops, marble splashback, dark hardwood flooring, multiple islands and brown floors.

New Home Renovations

Corner Stone West Granite & Floors

Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Dallas with blue cabinets, white splashback, medium hardwood flooring, a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, brown floors and black worktops.

Open-plan kitchen with breakfast bar

Woodstock Furniture

Our clients an enormous space where they wanted to incorporate a living and dining space, as well as a play area for the grandchildren with lovely views of the garden. They were very keen on having a double island; one where they could cook and prepare and another that was more for socialising. They also wanted us to incorporate the original, oak floor into the design. The homeowner was a former kitchen designer, so had a very strong vision of what she did and didn’t like. The kitchen has a very industrial, open-plan bistro feel. It has a classic front-way construction, but styled in a contemporary way. In terms of storage, there's a big walk-in larder, along with a pull-out larder for necessities. There are also big drawers under the oven, with big wide drawers adjacent to the dishwasher for cutlery and crockery. We didn't really have any obstacles to overcome as we had a really tight brief. We had to work with some height restrictions as the client wanted everything in easy reach, but really everything was ironed out in the design process. Installation took two and a half weeks. Design process was 2-3 months. This beautiful home is located in Esher, south west London and it's a big detached property with vast grounds. Photo credit: Nicholas Yarsley

Contemporary Suburban Kitchen 2

Sarah Frost

Another view of this great, open, expansive kitchen, with a wonderful view of the backyard and golf course. Photo by Valerie Desjardins
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in Minneapolis with mosaic tiled splashback, brown splashback, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and multiple islands.

Kitchen Remodel

Dora Brigham Interiors

Leonard Ortiz
Large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, granite worktops, metal splashback, limestone flooring, multiple islands and beige floors.

Einfamilienhaus Wiernsheim

Architekturbüro Raible

Küche eines Einfamilienhauses
Large contemporary open plan kitchen in Stuttgart with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and multiple islands.

Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired

Turner Design Firm

Expansive contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Baltimore with stainless steel worktops, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, a triple-bowl sink, metallic splashback, multiple islands, grey floors and black worktops.

View of Both Islands

Design Moe Kitchen & Bath / Heather Moe designer

Large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with multiple islands, a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, beige splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring and beige floors.

Bespoke Lutyens Kitchen, Surrey, England

Artichoke

The design for this bespoke kitchen was inspired by the kitchen in Castle Drogo, designed by the architect Edwin Lutyens. Artichoke was involved in the design of the kitchen aswell as the interior architectural detailing of the chimney corbels and inset dish above the Aga (both details taken from other Lutyens buildings). The stone on the two islands is 30mm thick although 20mm was set into the furniture to ensure visitors are not presented with a wall of stone on entering the room. The top cabinets were inset into the wall and lacquered to colour-match the interior design, hiding them from view.

Kitchen

Buraski Builders

Photo of a contemporary kitchen in St Louis with stainless steel appliances, a triple-bowl sink, white cabinets, travertine flooring and multiple islands.

Kitchen- Rancho Sante Fe Custom Home

Alpha Design Group

Inspiration for a medium sized u-shaped enclosed kitchen in San Diego with stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige splashback, granite worktops, limestone splashback, limestone flooring and multiple islands.

No 2

Tina Kuhlmann - Primrose Designs

Photo of a classic u-shaped kitchen in San Diego with a belfast sink, marble worktops and multiple islands.

Silverleaf Home 1

Sonora West Development, Inc.

Dino Tonn, www.dinotonn.com
Inspiration for a large mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with beige cabinets, wood worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, recessed-panel cabinets, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood flooring, multiple islands, brown floors and brown worktops.

Last House on the Left

SV Design

Having been neglected for nearly 50 years, this home was rescued by new owners who sought to restore the home to its original grandeur. Prominently located on the rocky shoreline, its presence welcomes all who enter into Marblehead from the Boston area. The exterior respects tradition; the interior combines tradition with a sparse respect for proportion, scale and unadorned beauty of space and light. This project was featured in Design New England Magazine. http://bit.ly/SVResurrection Photo Credit: Eric Roth

Ceiling beams from barn

Studio 76 Kitchens and Baths

Two islands work well in this rustic kitchen designed with knotty alder cabinets by Studio 76 Home. This kitchen functions well with stained hardwood flooring and granite surfaces; and the slate backsplash adds texture to the space. A Subzero refrigerator and Wolf double ovens and 48-inch rangetop are the workhorses of this kitchen. Photo by Carolyn McGinty

Contemporary by the beach

Robert Paige Cabinetry LLC

Photos by William Quarles Designed by Interior Consultations Built by Robert Paige Cabinetry Architect Tyler Smyth
Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Charleston with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite worktops, brown splashback, integrated appliances and multiple islands.

Parisian-Inspired Craftsman Kitchen

MN Builders

Architecture by Ward-Young Architects Cabinets by Mueller Nicholls Photography by Jim Fidelibus
This is an example of a large eclectic u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with zinc worktops, a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring and multiple islands.

Kitchen with Multiple Islands 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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