Kitchen with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Multicoloured Worktops Ideas and Designs

Inspiration for a medium sized classic grey and white l-shaped kitchen/diner in London with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone flooring, an island, grey floors, multicoloured worktops, a coffered ceiling and a feature wall.

Grade II Listed House, Chiswick

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Photo of a classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Hertfordshire with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, beige floors and multicoloured worktops.

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Masson Joinery Limited

Classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Kent with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, grey floors, multicoloured worktops, exposed beams and a vaulted ceiling.

#RaisingtheBarn

Concetti

Expansive country galley kitchen/diner in Other with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, multicoloured worktops and a vaulted ceiling.

Colorful & Organized Small Kitchen

Tracey Stephens Interior Design Inc

The in-law suite kitchen could only be in a small corner of the basement. The kitchen design started with the question: how small can this kitchen be? The compact layout was designed to provide generous counter space, comfortable walking clearances, and abundant storage. The bold colors and fun patterns anchored by the warmth of the dark wood flooring create a happy and invigorating space. SQUARE FEET: 140

Riverbend Remodel

Maven Home Interiors

This is an example of a large traditional galley kitchen pantry in Salt Lake City with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, multi-coloured floors and multicoloured worktops.

Hale Navy

Thyme & Place Design LLC

The client requested a kitchen that would not only provide a great space to cook and enjoy family meals but one that would fit in with her unique design sense. An avid collector of contemporary art, she wanted something unexpected in her 100-year-old home in both color and finishes but still providing a great layout with improved lighting, storage, and superior cooking abilities. The existing kitchen was in a closed off space trapped between the family room and the living. If you were in the kitchen, you were isolated from the rest of the house. Making the kitchen an integrated part of the home was a paramount request. Step one, remove the wall separating the kitchen from the other rooms in the home which allowed the new kitchen to become an integrated space instead of an isolation room for the cook. Next, we relocated the pantry access which was in the family room to the kitchen integrating a poorly used recess which had become a catch all area which did not provide any usable space for storage or working area. To add valuable function in the kitchen we began by capturing unused "cubbies", adding a walk-in pantry from the kitchen, increasing the storage lost to un-needed drop ceilings and bring light and design to the space with a new large awning window, improved lighting, and combining interesting finishes and colors to reflect the artistic attitude of the client. A bathroom located above the kitchen had been leaking into the plaster ceiling for several years. That along with knob and tube wiring, rotted beams and a brick wall from the back of the fireplace in the adjacent living room all needed to be brought to code. The walls, ceiling and floors in this 100+ year old home were completely out of level and the room’s foot print could not be increased. The choice of a Sub-Zero wolf product is a standard in my kitchen designs. The quality of the product, its manufacturing and commitment to food preservation is the reason I specify Sub Zero Wolf. For the cook top, the integrated line of the contemporary cooktop and the signature red knobs against the navy blue of the cabinets added to the design vibe of the kitchen. The cooking performance and the large continuous grate on the cooktop makes it an obvious choice for a cook looking for a great cook top with professional results in a more streamlined profile. We selected a Sharp microwave drawer for the island, an XO wine refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher and Kitchen Aid double convection wall ovens to round out the appliance package. A recess created by the fireplace was outfitted with a cabinet which now holds small appliances within easy reach of my very petite client. Natural maple accents were used inside all the wall cabinets and repeated on the front of the hood and for the sliding door appliance cabinet and the floating shelves. This allows a brighter interior for the painted cabinets instead of the traditional same interior as exterior finish choice. The was an amazing transformation from the old to the new. The final touches are the honey bronze hardware from Top Knobs, Mitzi pendants from Hudson Valley Lighting group, a fabulous faucet from Brizo. To eliminate the old freestanding bottled water cooler, we specified a matching water filter faucet.

Bespoke Luxury in Bannockburn

Kitchen Design Partners, Inc.

photo credit: Dennis Jourdan Photography
Photo of a large classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Chicago with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, multi-coloured splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.

Chatham, NJ home

Foxcraft Cabinets

Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and multicoloured worktops.

Danville Transitional Remodel

Kimberley Harrison Interiors

Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.

Modern Farm Style

Mike Blake Custom Homes

This masterfully designed kitchen is fit for entertaining every type of gathering from dinner parties to cocktail receptions. Plenty of natural light abound in the open-concept floor plan, seamlessly connecting the family room, morning room and kitchen. Tucked away behind the traditional kitchen, lies a professional catering kitchen and butler’s pantry fully loaded with a secondary set of stainless-steel appliances, wine refrigerator, separate ice maker, broom closet and a custom rolling ladder to access the abundance of storage. Shaker style cabinetry, swinging cafe doors to the caterer’s kitchen and intricate detail on the wooden vent hood set a tone for being on trend without being trendy. A chef’s dream, this kitchen has all the bells and whistles—like an oversized island, expansive side-by-side freezer and refrigerator, dual dishwashers to beverage center, slide out dog bowls, pop out steps to access upper cabinets, filtered water station, LED lighting and hidden outlets in the upper cabinets. This home has left nothing to be desired.

Home Renovation

Sophie Tomaras

Photography by Capital Image
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley kitchen in Melbourne with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, multiple islands, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.

Transitional Kitchen and Porch Renovation in Atlanta

Copper Sky Design + Remodel

This custom bar in the kitchen features a wine cooler, open shelving for glasses, and glass front cabinets to showcase wine and other spirits.
This is an example of a large traditional galley kitchen/diner in Atlanta with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.

Modern Mediterranean Showplace

Brian Ross Luxury Real Estate Broker Associate

Architectural photography by ibi designs
Expansive mediterranean u-shaped kitchen/diner in Miami with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine flooring, a breakfast bar, beige floors and multicoloured worktops.

Perkins Kitchen Remodel

Dream Home Builders and Remodelers

Awesome shot by Steve Schwartz from AVT Marketing in Fort Mill.
This is an example of a large traditional single-wall kitchen/diner in Charlotte with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, limestone worktops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.

Kitchens

MK Remodeling & Design

Our newest kitchen features SOLLiD Designer Series - Highland and Cheyenne cabinets in Canvas and Honey. The range hood is an MK Custom range hood painted and stained to match the cabinets. The kitchen features a WhitehausCollection sink and faucet, in-cabinet and undercabinet LED lighting, Casa Blanca granite countertops, Thermador Home Appliances built in coffee maker, Bosch steam oven and induction cooktop and Monogram built in refrigerator. Pulls are Jeffrey Alexander by Hardware Resources Tiffany style. Photography by: Shane Baker Studios

Top 10 Luxury Estates in the World by Fratantoni Design!

Fratantoni Design / Residential Architects

World Renowned Architecture Firm Fratantoni Design created this beautiful home! They design home plans for families all over the world in any size and style. They also have in-house Interior Designer Firm Fratantoni Interior Designers and world class Luxury Home Building Firm Fratantoni Luxury Estates! Hire one or all three companies to design and build and or remodel your home!

South Carolina Celebrity Architects

Fratantoni Design / Residential Architects

We don't know which of these design elements we like best; the open shelves, wood countertops, black cabinets or the custom tile backsplash. Either way, this luxury kitchen has it all.

600 Bradford Trace Renovation.

Borrowed Mule Builders

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Nashville with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.

GATESTONE

Seif Designs

Our expert team at Seif Designs is proud to showcase our latest custom kitchen project. Recognizing the dynamic needs of modern households, this kitchen is designed to be versatile, accommodating both the quiet moments of morning coffee and the lively gatherings of friends and family. This kitchen stands as a testament to our ability to integrate craftsmanship with modern innovation, delivering tailored solutions that meet the exacting needs of contemporary living.

Kitchen with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Multicoloured Worktops 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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