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The Hawthorne - Kitchen Island/Range Wall
The Hawthorne - Kitchen Island/Range Wall
Cardel HomesCardel Homes
The Hawthorne is a brand new showhome built in the Highlands of Cranston community in Calgary, Alberta. The home was built by Cardel Homes and designed by Cardel Designs.
Blackstone Edge Studios - Philip Clayton-Thompson
Blackstone Edge Studios - Philip Clayton-Thompson
Philip Clayton-ThompsonPhilip Clayton-Thompson
Inspiration for a scandinavian kitchen in Portland with a belfast sink, tile countertops, open cabinets, white cabinets, black appliances and white splashback.
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.
California Dreamin'-Kitchen
California Dreamin'-Kitchen
Mark Brand ArchitectureMark Brand Architecture
For this remodel and addition to a house in Marin County our clients from the Washington D.C. area wanted to create a quintessentially Californian living space. To achieve this, we expanded the first floor toward the rear yard and removed several interior partitions creating a large, open floor plan. A new wall of French doors with an attached trellis flood the entire space with light and provide the indoor-outdoor flow our clients were seeking. Structural wood posts anchor a large island that defines the kitchen while maintaining the open feel. Dark Venetian plaster walls provide contrast to the new maple built-ins. The entry was updated with new railings, limestone floors, contemporary lighting and frosted glass doors.
Stir Cooking School
Stir Cooking School
Momoko MortonMomoko Morton
Design ideas for an industrial grey and purple kitchen in Denver with open cabinets and a feature wall.
Waxman Kitchen & Bath Remodel
Waxman Kitchen & Bath Remodel
George Ramos Woodworking IncGeorge Ramos Woodworking Inc
anna m campbell
Contemporary kitchen in Portland with open cabinets, stainless steel appliances, wood worktops, white cabinets, brown splashback and metro tiled splashback.
Beverly Place - Kitchen Island
Beverly Place - Kitchen Island
Studio Sarah Willmer ArchitectureStudio Sarah Willmer Architecture
Kitchen towards Cabinetry Wall Photography by Sharon Risedorph; In Collaboration with designer and client Stacy Eisenmann (Eisenmann Architecture - www.eisenmannarchitecture.com) For questions on this project please contact Stacy at Eisenmann Architecture.
Divine Kitchens LLC
Divine Kitchens LLC
Divine Design CenterDivine Design Center
This is an example of a modern galley open plan kitchen in Boston with stainless steel appliances, open cabinets and white cabinets.
volunteer park kitchen
volunteer park kitchen
Seattle Custom CabinetsSeattle Custom Cabinets
tim schultz
Inspiration for a classic kitchen in Seattle with wood worktops, open cabinets, white cabinets and integrated appliances.
Cary Bernstein Architect Choy 2 Residence
Cary Bernstein Architect Choy 2 Residence
Cary Bernstein ArchitectCary Bernstein Architect
Modern l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances, stainless steel worktops, open cabinets, white cabinets, metallic splashback and metal splashback.
Chastain Park
Chastain Park
Abbey Construction Company, Inc.Abbey Construction Company, Inc.
Farmhouse kitchen in Atlanta with open cabinets.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen/diner in London with stainless steel appliances, open cabinets, white cabinets and blue splashback.
Valley Vista
Valley Vista
thea home incthea home inc
© Dana Miller, www.millerhallphoto.com
Photo of a bohemian kitchen in Los Angeles with an integrated sink, marble worktops, open cabinets and white cabinets.
Park Slope brownstone
Park Slope brownstone
Maletz DesignMaletz Design
Maletz Design
Contemporary galley kitchen in New York with marble worktops, a belfast sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback and integrated appliances.
Eclectic Industrial Chef's Kitchen
Eclectic Industrial Chef's Kitchen
Design PlatformDesign Platform
Full kitchen remodel in a 1940's tudor to an industrial commercial style eat-in kitchen with custom designed and built breakfast nook. Cuban tile mosaic built in corner. Honed granite countertops. Subway tile walls. Built-in Pantry. Distressed cabinets. Photo by www.zornphoto.com
A Ranch Re-dressing Hanover NH
A Ranch Re-dressing Hanover NH
Smith & Vansant Architects PCSmith & Vansant Architects PC
Rob Karosis Photography www.robkarosis.com
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Burlington with a submerged sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets and mosaic tiled splashback.
Mod Redux
Mod Redux
Capoferro Design Build GroupCapoferro Design Build Group
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Toronto with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, integrated appliances, white splashback and glass sheet splashback.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Eleven InteriorsEleven Interiors
This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with stainless steel appliances, open cabinets, white splashback and glass sheet splashback.
Big Ranch Kitchen
Big Ranch Kitchen
The Home Index Interior DesignThe Home Index Interior Design
Design: Melissa Schmitt Photos by Adrian Gregorutti
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances, stainless steel cabinets, open cabinets, a belfast sink, light hardwood flooring, an island and composite countertops.
Carriage Lane Design Build Kitchen
Carriage Lane Design Build Kitchen
Stephani Buchman PhotographyStephani Buchman Photography
Design by Carriage Lane Design Build http://www.carriagelanedesigns.com/ Millwork by Alta Moda http://www.altamoda.ca/ Photo by Stephani Buchman http://www.buchmanphoto.com

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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