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Kitchen with Open Cabinets and a Breakfast Bar Ideas and Designs

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カフェキッチン
カフェキッチン
nuリノベーションnuリノベーション
Design ideas for a rustic l-shaped kitchen in Tokyo with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, concrete worktops, concrete flooring, a breakfast bar and grey floors.
Annex Kitchen
Annex Kitchen
Mazzie DesignMazzie Design
Valerie Wilcox Photography
Contemporary kitchen in Toronto with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, medium hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Clapham Painted Shaker Kitchen
Clapham Painted Shaker Kitchen
Higham FurnitureHigham Furniture
Painted shaker kitchen with a Corian worktop. Cabinets painted in Farrow and Ball Shaded White. 40mm thick Glacier White Corian. Satin Nickel cup handles and knobs.
REFORMA DE VIVIENDA EN BILBAO - GEORGE STEER
REFORMA DE VIVIENDA EN BILBAO - GEORGE STEER
EGENOR S.L.EGENOR S.L.
Cocina americana con espacio abierto al salón. Cocina en madera con paredes en tonos verdes.
Medium sized modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Bilbao with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, a breakfast bar and beige worktops.
house-25
house-25
dwarfdwarf
Design ideas for a medium sized retro single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel worktops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback and a breakfast bar.
Generationenhaus Oberland
Generationenhaus Oberland
Küchenwerkstatt wohnen & lebenKüchenwerkstatt wohnen & leben
Design ideas for a contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Munich with a submerged sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, black appliances, a breakfast bar and grey worktops.
フジビレの家（三島市）
フジビレの家（三島市）
ツクリト建築設計事務所ツクリト建築設計事務所
photo by Toshihiro Sobajima
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen/diner in Other with a submerged sink, open cabinets, concrete worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, dark hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and grey worktops.
The Sibarist Rastro
The Sibarist Rastro
The Sibarist Property & HomesThe Sibarist Property & Homes
Pedro de Agustín
Inspiration for a large urban galley kitchen/diner in Madrid with open cabinets, wood worktops, a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances and ceramic flooring.
Wren Cottage
Wren Cottage
Craft RenovationsCraft Renovations
Design ideas for a large classic open plan kitchen in Wiltshire with a belfast sink, open cabinets, wood worktops, limestone flooring and a breakfast bar.
つくばの長屋門再生
つくばの長屋門再生
株式会社リノベ株式会社リノベ
Design ideas for a world-inspired single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, wood worktops, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and brown worktops.
Casa Uno/L
Casa Uno/L
CREO design&consultingCREO design&consulting
Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Bologna with porcelain flooring, white worktops, grey floors, open cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.
Cocinas
Cocinas
Nicolás FotografíaNicolás Fotografía
Inspiration for a medium sized urban single-wall kitchen/diner in Barcelona with open cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar and dark hardwood flooring.
Modern Ski Chalet
Modern Ski Chalet
Stillwater Architecture L.L.C.Stillwater Architecture L.L.C.
Modern ski chalet with walls of windows to enjoy the mountainous view provided of this ski-in ski-out property. Formal and casual living room areas allow for flexible entertaining. Construction - Bear Mountain Builders Interiors - Hunter & Company Photos - Gibeon Photography
My Designs for I Hate My Kitchen television show on DIY Network
My Designs for I Hate My Kitchen television show on DIY Network
Kelli Kaufer DesignsKelli Kaufer Designs
kelli kaufer designs
This is an example of a small beach style u-shaped kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with a belfast sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.
Elm Linear Kitchen
Elm Linear Kitchen
Hout Design LtdHout Design Ltd
Nina Claridge photography
Design ideas for a large rural kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, grey floors, black worktops, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete flooring, a breakfast bar, coloured appliances, granite worktops and wood splashback.
Moscou
Moscou
Rô ArquitecturaRô Arquitectura
Design ideas for a medium sized urban kitchen in Barcelona with open cabinets, black cabinets, wood worktops, blue splashback, a breakfast bar and beige worktops.
INDUSTRAL HOUSE
INDUSTRAL HOUSE
rustic+factory（共栄ハウジング株式会社）rustic+factory（共栄ハウジング株式会社）
This is an example of an industrial kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, wood worktops, green splashback, a breakfast bar, multi-coloured floors, brown worktops and exposed beams.
My Houzz: Layers of Patina and an Artist’s Touch in a New York Colonial
My Houzz: Layers of Patina and an Artist’s Touch in a New York Colonial
Rikki SnyderRikki Snyder
Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2014 Houzz
Inspiration for a small vintage kitchen in New York with open cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, black appliances, a breakfast bar and dark hardwood flooring.
piso industrial
piso industrial
Aube studiosAube studios
This is an example of a small urban l-shaped kitchen/diner in Barcelona with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete worktops, a breakfast bar and grey worktops.
ヘリンボーンの床がおしゃれな、個性あふれる家
ヘリンボーンの床がおしゃれな、個性あふれる家
クローバーハウスクローバーハウス
photo by Clover_house
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Other with distressed cabinets, wood worktops, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors, brown worktops, open cabinets and a breakfast bar.

Kitchen with Open Cabinets and a Breakfast Bar 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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