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Kitchen with Open Cabinets and No Island Ideas and Designs

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Walk In Pantry
Walk In Pantry
MAK Design + Build Inc.MAK Design + Build Inc.
This whole house remodel integrated the kitchen with the dining room, entertainment center, living room and a walk in pantry. We remodeled a guest bathroom, and added a drop zone in the front hallway dining.
Before / After - some of our work
Before / After - some of our work
Homefulness LtdHomefulness Ltd
Pantry organisation by Homefulness
Photo of a medium sized farmhouse l-shaped kitchen pantry in Kent with open cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, wood splashback, no island and white worktops.
Posthill
Posthill
Stephanie Brown Inc.Stephanie Brown Inc.
Traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Vancouver with open cabinets, grey cabinets and no island.
Kitchen Pantry with Open Shelves and Pullout Drawers
Kitchen Pantry with Open Shelves and Pullout Drawers
Orren Pickell Building GroupOrren Pickell Building Group
Pantry with open shelves and pullout drawers allow for ample storage of appliances, bulk food items, and large serving dishes. Photo by Mike Kaskel
This is an example of a medium sized classic u-shaped kitchen pantry in Milwaukee with open cabinets, white cabinets, dark hardwood flooring, no island and brown floors.
Cabot Cove Tiny House
Cabot Cove Tiny House
Tyler Karu Design + InteriorsTyler Karu Design + Interiors
A tiny waterfront house in Kennebunkport, Maine. Photos by James R. Salomon
Small coastal single-wall open plan kitchen in Portland Maine with a submerged sink, medium wood cabinets, coloured appliances, medium hardwood flooring, white worktops, open cabinets and no island.
Lifestyle Feedback Photos
Lifestyle Feedback Photos
Urban WallsUrban Walls
"Palm Fronds" vinyl wall decals in metallic gold on a white wall. 30 vinyl Palm Frond decals per pack in various shapes and sizes, ranging from 2.5" wide x 6" high to 16" wide x 25" high.
South Williamstown Remodel & Master Suite Addition
South Williamstown Remodel & Master Suite Addition
Jack Miller ContractorsJack Miller Contractors
Nick Johnson
Photo of a small rural l-shaped kitchen pantry in Boston with open cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood flooring, no island and beige floors.
Arboretum Kitchen and Bath
Arboretum Kitchen and Bath
Abita Studio Architecture + DesignAbita Studio Architecture + Design
Alex Hayden Photography
Photo of a farmhouse galley enclosed kitchen in Seattle with a belfast sink, open cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and no island.
Pantry & Mudrooms
Pantry & Mudrooms
ClosettecClosettec
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Cleveland with open cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, beige splashback, light hardwood flooring and no island.
Woodside Showhouse
Woodside Showhouse
Brooke Grafstrom Interior Design LLCBrooke Grafstrom Interior Design LLC
This is an example of a small classic u-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with open cabinets, copper worktops, terracotta flooring, an integrated sink, blue splashback, glass tiled splashback and no island.
Maison F&L - Vue Cuisine
Maison F&L - Vue Cuisine
ICØS ArchitectureICØS Architecture
Photo of a medium sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Montpellier with white cabinets, wood worktops, grey floors, a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, brown splashback, wood splashback, no island and brown worktops.
mediterranes leben und italienisch genießen
mediterranes leben und italienisch genießen
Oliver Kuty PhotographyOliver Kuty Photography
Oliver Kuty
This is an example of a large mediterranean single-wall kitchen/diner in Naples with open cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, white appliances, terracotta flooring, no island and orange floors.
Pantry Organization
Pantry Organization
Diamante Storage SolutionsDiamante Storage Solutions
Custom Suspended Pantry System with, tray storage slots, pull out wine racks and pull out drawers and baskets. Custom Closets Sarasota County Manatee County Custom Storage Sarasota County Manatee County
Kitchens by Emanuel - Kitchens
Kitchens by Emanuel - Kitchens
Kitchens by EmanuelKitchens by Emanuel
BUTLERS PANTRY! - 20mm 'Snow' Caesarstone bench top - Glass splash back behind sink - Under mount sink - Open adjustable shelving - 6 x Blum drawers - Instead of blocking the window we decided to leave it for extra natural light! Sheree Bounassif, Kitchens by Emanuel
Galley Kitchen
Galley Kitchen
Four Brothers Design + BuildFour Brothers Design + Build
Galley kitchen in Washington DC rowhome.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic galley enclosed kitchen in DC Metro with a built-in sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and no island.
Cool Gray
Cool Gray
Ann Lowengart InteriorsAnn Lowengart Interiors
In the pantry, organizational jars and baskets from The Container Store satisfy the homeowners' desire for a utilitarian yet streamlined space ideal for storing everyday kitchen essentials. Photo credit: David Duncan Livingston
Farmers Market Pantry
Farmers Market Pantry
California Closets of TennesseeCalifornia Closets of Tennessee
This simple storage solution includes adjustable shelves and specialized organization in a clean, white palette.
Design ideas for a medium sized vintage single-wall kitchen pantry in Nashville with open cabinets, white cabinets, painted wood flooring and no island.
C. & A.
C. & A.
Adriano CastelliAdriano Castelli
Adriano Castelli © 2018 Houzz
This is an example of a mediterranean l-shaped kitchen/diner in Milan with a built-in sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, no island, grey floors and grey worktops.
Projet Dubois
Projet Dubois
Lagom architectesLagom architectes
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Paris with open cabinets, green cabinets, tile countertops, no island, white worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances and multi-coloured floors.
Sweetbriar - West Linn Custom Home
Sweetbriar - West Linn Custom Home
Mountainwood HomesMountainwood Homes
Photo by: David Papazian Photography
Photo of a contemporary u-shaped kitchen pantry in Portland with open cabinets, black cabinets, medium hardwood flooring, no island and brown floors.

Kitchen with Open Cabinets and No 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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