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Kitchen with Open Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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The villa ownerThe villa owner
Photo of a mediterranean kitchen/diner in Other with open cabinets, an island and beige floors.
Basement Rear Extension and Full Refurbishment
Basement Rear Extension and Full Refurbishment
Pencil and BrickPencil and Brick
Contemporary kitchen in London with a submerged sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and grey worktops.
Oakland Ave
Oakland Ave
EuroCraft Interiors Custom CabinetryEuroCraft Interiors Custom Cabinetry
This is an example of a classic l-shaped kitchen pantry in Detroit with open cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors and brown worktops.
Farmhouse Kitchen
Farmhouse Kitchen
Inspiration for a large rural l-shaped kitchen pantry in Portland with open cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, dark hardwood flooring, no island, brown floors and white worktops.
Kitchen Transformation
Kitchen Transformation
Smith & Vansant Architects PCSmith & Vansant Architects PC
This kitchen was formerly a dark paneled, cluttered, divided space with little natural light. By eliminating partitions and creating a more functional, open floorplan, as well as adding modern windows with traditional detailing, providing lovingly detailed built-ins for the clients extensive collection of beautiful dishes, and lightening up the color palette we were able to create a rather miraculous transformation. The wide plank salvaged pine floors, the antique french dining table, as well as the Galbraith & Paul drum pendant and the salvaged antique glass monopoint track pendants all help to provide a warmth to the crisp detailing. Renovation/Addition. Rob Karosis Photography
Barn Door Walk-in Pantry, Transitional Kitchen Remodel
Barn Door Walk-in Pantry, Transitional Kitchen Remodel
MainStreet Design BuildMainStreet Design Build
This beautiful Birmingham, MI home had been renovated prior to our clients purchase, but the style and overall design was not a fit for their family. They really wanted to have a kitchen with a large “eat-in” island where their three growing children could gather, eat meals and enjoy time together. Additionally, they needed storage, lots of storage! We decided to create a completely new space. The original kitchen was a small “L” shaped workspace with the nook visible from the front entry. It was completely closed off to the large vaulted family room. Our team at MSDB re-designed and gutted the entire space. We removed the wall between the kitchen and family room and eliminated existing closet spaces and then added a small cantilevered addition toward the backyard. With the expanded open space, we were able to flip the kitchen into the old nook area and add an extra-large island. The new kitchen includes oversized built in Subzero refrigeration, a 48” Wolf dual fuel double oven range along with a large apron front sink overlooking the patio and a 2nd prep sink in the island. Additionally, we used hallway and closet storage to create a gorgeous walk-in pantry with beautiful frosted glass barn doors. As you slide the doors open the lights go on and you enter a completely new space with butcher block countertops for baking preparation and a coffee bar, subway tile backsplash and room for any kind of storage needed. The homeowners love the ability to display some of the wine they’ve purchased during their travels to Italy! We did not stop with the kitchen; a small bar was added in the new nook area with additional refrigeration. A brand-new mud room was created between the nook and garage with 12” x 24”, easy to clean, porcelain gray tile floor. The finishing touches were the new custom living room fireplace with marble mosaic tile surround and marble hearth and stunning extra wide plank hand scraped oak flooring throughout the entire first floor.
2018 Artisan Home Tour
2018 Artisan Home Tour
Housing First MinnesotaHousing First Minnesota
2018 Artisan Home Tour Photo: LandMark Photography Builder: City Homes, LLC
Photo of a classic l-shaped kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with open cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and brown worktops.
Large Walk-In Kitchen Pantry with Custom Baking Racks in Royersford, PA
Large Walk-In Kitchen Pantry with Custom Baking Racks in Royersford, PA
Victory ClosetsVictory Closets
Large walk-in kitchen pantry with rounded corner shelves in 2 far corners. Installed to replace existing builder-grade wire shelving. Custom baking rack for pans. Wall-mounted system with extended height panels and custom trim work for floor-mount look. Open shelving with spacing designed around accommodating client's clear labeled storage bins and other serving items and cookware.
Urban Farmhouse
Urban Farmhouse
DK HomesDK Homes
This home is full of clean lines, soft whites and grey, & lots of built-in pieces​. Large entry area with message center, dual closets, custom bench with hooks and cubbies to keep organized. Living room fireplace with shiplap, custom mantel and cabinets, and white brick.
Elk Country Estate_French Country_Walk in Pantry
Elk Country Estate_French Country_Walk in Pantry
Cascade Builders & Associates Inc.Cascade Builders & Associates Inc.
Medium sized u-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with a built-in sink, grey cabinets, medium hardwood flooring, no island, open cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback and metro tiled splashback.
The Hammocks- new construction
The Hammocks- new construction
UserUser
Inspiration for a coastal kitchen pantry in Tampa with open cabinets, wood worktops and dark hardwood flooring.
Custom pantry
Custom pantry
Marie Newton, Closets RedefinedMarie Newton, Closets Redefined
Inspiration for a classic kitchen pantry in Boston with white cabinets and open cabinets.
HEIGHTS PANTRY
HEIGHTS PANTRY
Wood CustomsWood Customs
This is an example of a large classic l-shaped kitchen pantry in Houston with open cabinets, grey cabinets, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
High-Contrast Luxury Home
High-Contrast Luxury Home
CambriaCambria
This large, open-concept home features Cambria Swanbridge in the kitchen, baths, laundry room, and butler’s pantry. Designed by E Interiors and AFT Construction. Photo: High Res Media
Greenpoint Townhouse
Greenpoint Townhouse
A.Jennison InteriorsA.Jennison Interiors
Photo - Jessica Glynn Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional galley open plan kitchen in New York with a belfast sink, open cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, black cabinets, wood worktops and beige floors.
Pantry
Pantry
Dwellings Design GroupDwellings Design Group
Photo of a large traditional kitchen pantry in Orange County with a submerged sink, white cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, metro tiled splashback and open cabinets.
Kitchen Organization
Kitchen Organization
Neat Method San DiegoNeat Method San Diego
Medium sized classic grey and cream kitchen pantry in San Diego with open cabinets and white cabinets.
Wilmington Court - Pantry
Wilmington Court - Pantry
Paul N. Brow, Architect, LLCPaul N. Brow, Architect, LLC
Outside view of pantry showing custom designed & fabricated distressed wood barn doors with antique glass panels. Barn Door hardware by Krownlab. Pantry interiors outfitted with painted adjustable shelves and drawers for dry good storage.
Mountain-Inspired Living
Mountain-Inspired Living
Rufty Custom Built Homes and RemodelingRufty Custom Built Homes and Remodeling
Rustic l-shaped kitchen pantry in Raleigh with a submerged sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and multicoloured worktops.
Pantry
Pantry
Distinctive InteriorsDistinctive Interiors
Photo of a large classic kitchen pantry in Boston with white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, an island, white worktops and open cabinets.

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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