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Kitchen with Open Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Garman Homes - Briar Chapel Model - The Overachiever
Garman Homes - Briar Chapel Model - The Overachiever
Garman HomesGarman Homes
Tour Factory
Design ideas for a classic kitchen pantry in Raleigh with open cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood flooring.
Homeland Residence
Homeland Residence
Elizabeth Cross-BeardElizabeth Cross-Beard
Photo of a traditional kitchen pantry in Baltimore with open cabinets and dark hardwood flooring.
Open plan living
Open plan living
Architect Your HomeArchitect Your Home
Small terraced house was opened up to make the most of the limited floor area and create a light contemporary living space
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Other with open cabinets, white cabinets, concrete worktops, medium hardwood flooring and no island.
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.
Family Home, Hampshire
Family Home, Hampshire
Designcall LtdDesigncall Ltd
Fraser Marr
Photo of a country kitchen pantry in Hampshire with open cabinets and medium wood cabinets.
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Kitchen
Fossil Creek PoolsFossil Creek Pools
This is an example of a medium sized modern u-shaped kitchen/diner in Austin with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring and no island.
My Houzz: Oil Painter Makes Seattle Craftsman Home A Haven of Inspiration
My Houzz: Oil Painter Makes Seattle Craftsman Home A Haven of Inspiration
Ellie Lillstrom PhotographyEllie Lillstrom Photography
Photo: A Darling Felicity Photography © 2015 Houzz
Photo of a large eclectic galley enclosed kitchen in Seattle with open cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances and a single-bowl sink.
Simple Pantry Organizer
Simple Pantry Organizer
Inspired Closets PittsburghInspired Closets Pittsburgh
Inspiration for a small contemporary kitchen pantry in Other with open cabinets and white cabinets.
Farmhouse Kitchen
Farmhouse Kitchen
Inspiration for a country kitchen pantry in Houston with open cabinets, beige cabinets and brick flooring.
burlingame residence
burlingame residence
serrao design/architectureserrao design/architecture
Kitchen view from Entry john todd, photographer
Design ideas for a medium sized modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a submerged sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Loft J
Loft J
Eilmann ArchitektEilmann Architekt
Inspiration for a large urban enclosed kitchen in Leipzig with open cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, wood worktops, stainless steel appliances, an island and a built-in sink.
Ward Parkway Provincial
Ward Parkway Provincial
Scovell Remodeling, Inc.Scovell Remodeling, Inc.
Classic u-shaped kitchen pantry in Kansas City with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and no island.
Urban Art Residence
Urban Art Residence
Barley|Pfeiffer ArchitectureBarley|Pfeiffer Architecture
Photos by Alan K. Barley, AIA Walk-in pantry, pantry with window, window, wood floor, screened in porch, Austin luxury home, Austin custom home, BarleyPfeiffer Architecture (Best of Houzz 2015 for Design) , BarleyPfeiffer, wood floors, sustainable design, sleek design, pro work, modern, low voc paint, interiors and consulting, house ideas, home planning, 5 star energy, high performance, green building, fun design, 5 star appliance, find a pro, family home, elegance, efficient, custom-made, comprehensive sustainable architects, barley & Pfeiffer architects, natural lighting, AustinTX, Barley & Pfeiffer Architects, professional services, green design, Screened-In porch, Austin luxury home, Austin custom home, BarleyPfeiffer Architecture, wood floors, sustainable design, sleek design, modern, low voc paint, interiors and consulting, house ideas, home planning, 5 star energy, high performance, green building, fun design, 5 star appliance, find a pro, family home, elegance, efficient, custom-made, comprehensive sustainable architects, natural lighting, Austin TX, Barley & Pfeiffer Architects, professional services, green design, curb appeal, LEED, AIA, Featured in September 12th, 2014's Wall Street Journal http://online.wsj.com/articles/the-rise-of-the-super-pantry-1410449896
Home for Now book by Joanna Thornhill (Cico Books, 2014)
Home for Now book by Joanna Thornhill (Cico Books, 2014)
Joanna Thornhill InteriorsJoanna Thornhill Interiors
Quick kitchen update - remove doors on upper cupboards to create an open shelving look. Customise further with strips of colourful Washi tape along shelf edges. As featured in the book Home for Now by Joanna Thornhill (Cico Books, 2014). Photography: Emma Mitchell
31107 Coast Highway, Laguna Beach
31107 Coast Highway, Laguna Beach
Jeri Koegel PhotographyJeri Koegel Photography
Jeri Koegel
This is an example of a bohemian u-shaped kitchen in Orange County with open cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island.
East Bay
East Bay
UserUser
Classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Houston with black cabinets, an island, medium hardwood flooring and open cabinets.
Micro-apartment
Micro-apartment
Allen+Killcoyne ArchitectsAllen+Killcoyne Architects
Inspiration for a small scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with open cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, white cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, light hardwood flooring, no island and brown floors.
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.
Cabinet details & specialty cabinets
Cabinet details & specialty cabinets
Woodmaster KitchensWoodmaster Kitchens
Unique custom cabinetry with a hutch look. Meant to resemble a freestanding piece of furniture, it features bun feet, a butcher block countertop, and a flip-up door that conceals the microwave and electronic.
12 South Modernism
12 South Modernism
Paragon Group LLCParagon Group LLC
Inspiration for a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Nashville with a submerged sink, open cabinets and stainless steel appliances.

Kitchen with Open 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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