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Kitchen with Wood Worktops Ideas and Designs

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Kitchen Addition
Kitchen Addition
Owings Brothers ContractingOwings Brothers Contracting
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Rustic Kitchen
Rustic Kitchen
Photo of a rustic open plan kitchen in Other with open cabinets and wood worktops.
Mulligan Residence
Mulligan Residence
Scott Edwards ArchitectureScott Edwards Architecture
Contemporary open plan kitchen in Portland with glass-front cabinets, wood worktops, green splashback, mosaic tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.
The Reserve at Lake Travis-Legacy DCS
The Reserve at Lake Travis-Legacy DCS
Austin Wood WorksAustin Wood Works
Full Access (Frameless) Cabinetry, Knotty Alder Shaker Style Doors, Wood countertops Reclaimed Wood Island, pendant lighting, austin wood works
This is an example of a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Austin with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances and wood worktops.
Back Bay House
Back Bay House
BC&J ArchitectureBC&J Architecture
The Back Bay House is comprised of two main structures, a nocturnal wing and a daytime wing, joined by a glass gallery space. The daytime wing maintains an informal living arrangement that includes the dining space placed in an intimate alcove, a large country kitchen and relaxing seating area which opens to a classic covered porch and on to the water’s edge. The nocturnal wing houses three bedrooms. The master at the water side enjoys views and sounds of the wildlife and the shore while the two subordinate bedrooms soak in views of the garden and neighboring meadow. To bookend the scale and mass of the house, a whimsical tower was included to the nocturnal wing. The tower accommodates flex space for a bunk room, office or studio space. Materials and detailing of this house are based on a classic cottage vernacular language found in these sorts of buildings constructed in pre-war north america and harken back to a simpler time and scale. Eastern white cedar shingles, white painted trim and moulding collectively add a layer of texture and richness not found in today’s lexicon of detail. The house is 1,628 sf plus a 228 sf tower and a detached, two car garage which employs massing, detail and scale to allow the main house to read as dominant but not overbearing. Designed by BC&J Architecture.
Elegant English Country Home
Elegant English Country Home
Kyle Hunt & Partners, IncorporatedKyle Hunt & Partners, Incorporated
Architect: DeNovo Architects, Interior Design: Sandi Guilfoil of HomeStyle Interiors, Photography by James Kruger, LandMark Photography
This is an example of a large classic galley kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood worktops, beige splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, a belfast sink, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
portfolio
portfolio
gail owens photographygail owens photography
Gail Owens Photogaphy
Design ideas for a country galley kitchen in San Diego with a belfast sink, medium wood cabinets, wood worktops and beige splashback.
Christian Oth Studio
Christian Oth Studio
Atelier ArmbrusterAtelier Armbruster
Renowned Wedding Photographer Christian Oth hired Atelier Armbruster to design his new studio in the Chelsea Neighborhood of New York City. The 10,000 sq.ft. studio combines spaces for client meetings, offices for creative and administrative work as well as a gracious photo studio for Portrait shoots for publications such as the New York Times. http://www.christianothstudio.com/
Far West Residence
Far West Residence
Cornerstone ArchitectsCornerstone Architects
Fine Focus Photography
Traditional l-shaped kitchen in Austin with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood flooring, no island, brown floors and brown worktops.
Kitchen & Dining Room Design
Kitchen & Dining Room Design
Bengt Erlandsson Interior DesignBengt Erlandsson Interior Design
This is an example of a large traditional kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, white appliances, white cabinets, medium hardwood flooring, an island and metro tiled splashback.
Audrey
Audrey
Green Canopy HomesGreen Canopy Homes
Contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback and stainless steel appliances.
East Tucson 170
East Tucson 170
Eren Design and RemodelEren Design and Remodel
Kitchen, Island, built in refrigerator, Green remodeling
This is an example of an expansive traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Phoenix with recessed-panel cabinets, a belfast sink, wood worktops, white splashback, lino flooring, an island and beige floors.
Chicago Residence 5
Chicago Residence 5
Foster Dale Architects, Inc.Foster Dale Architects, Inc.
Anthony May Photography
Large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with medium wood cabinets, wood worktops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets and dark hardwood flooring.
Copeland Full Home Refurbishment
Copeland Full Home Refurbishment
Lowe’s CarpentryLowe’s Carpentry
Inspiration for a scandinavian kitchen in Sussex with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood worktops, wood splashback, black appliances and grey floors.
Inspiration
Inspiration
HemisfärHemisfär
Hemisfär AB
Expansive scandi kitchen in Malmo with a double-bowl sink, wood worktops, white splashback and light hardwood flooring.
Chicago Residence 5
Chicago Residence 5
Foster Dale Architects, Inc.Foster Dale Architects, Inc.
Anthony May Photography
This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Chicago with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood worktops, beige splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood flooring.

Kitchen with Wood 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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