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Carlton Gardens, Ealing W5
Carlton Gardens, Ealing W5
TOTUSTOTUS
Photo of an industrial galley open plan kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, grey splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, grey worktops, a vaulted ceiling and a feature wall.
1930's House Renovation - Bear Flat, Bath
1930's House Renovation - Bear Flat, Bath
Lacey ArchitectureLacey Architecture
A before and after our Bear Flat renovation. Shows how the space can be transformed! Here we removed the chimney breast separating the kitchen and dining space, and altered the doors and windows in the space. Overall it gives one large, open-plan kitchen/living/dining room. #homesofbath #beforeandafter #kitchendesign
Bespoke Grey Contemporary Kitchen
Bespoke Grey Contemporary Kitchen
Tom HowleyTom Howley
Step into a sanctuary that dissolves the boundaries between indoors and out. With its vaulted ceilings, panoramic windows and beautifully crafted Tom Howley kitchen, this breathtaking extension has unequivocally become the soul of this historic Perthshire home. Clever storage solutions like the slim pantry and bi-fold drinks bar offer stylish storage and easy access to everyday items as well as your favourite beverages. The large kitchen island allows guests to relax and socialise while the host serves up delicious food. The vaulted ceiling provides a dramatic effect, while the large glass doors at either end of the space flood the room with natural light, making this kitchen the perfect place to relax at any time of day.
Traditional hand painted framed kitchen
Traditional hand painted framed kitchen
TulipTulip
This is an example of an expansive traditional grey and purple u-shaped kitchen/diner in Surrey with a built-in sink, all styles of cabinet, grey cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, integrated appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors, purple worktops and a chimney breast.
Canynge Square Shaker Kitchen
Canynge Square Shaker Kitchen
Irving sykes kitchens and fine furnitureIrving sykes kitchens and fine furniture
Design ideas for a traditional galley kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and beige worktops.
Wandsworth Kitchen renovation
Wandsworth Kitchen renovation
Kitchens By HollowaysKitchens By Holloways
This is an example of a large scandi galley kitchen/diner in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz worktops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors, white worktops, a wood ceiling and feature lighting.
Putney extension and ground floor refurbishment
Putney extension and ground floor refurbishment
Active Builders London ltdActive Builders London ltd
Kitchen with island and herringbone style splashback with floating shelves
Inspiration for a small bohemian single-wall kitchen/diner in London with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
The Yard
The Yard
Lydia Allen InteriorsLydia Allen Interiors
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Cornwall with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Castlewood Crescent - Kitchen
Castlewood Crescent - Kitchen
HEM ArchitectsHEM Architects
Single-storey extension to the side of the house creates a large kitchen and dining space.
Medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood worktops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops, a timber clad ceiling, black appliances and feature lighting.
Cosy and Modern Barn
Cosy and Modern Barn
Cat Dal InteriorsCat Dal Interiors
Inspiration for a country kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, composite countertops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, limestone flooring, an island and blue worktops.
The Warren
The Warren
Studio 28 Interiors LtdStudio 28 Interiors Ltd
Design ideas for a contemporary galley kitchen in Hertfordshire with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.
Country Bespoke Country Kitchen
Country Bespoke Country Kitchen
John Lewis of HungerfordJohn Lewis of Hungerford
The beautiful glass pendants hang perfectly central over the Island in Mage Tout Green
Design ideas for a country u-shaped kitchen in Gloucestershire with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, integrated appliances, an island, grey floors, white worktops and exposed beams.
South Manchester Property Renovation
South Manchester Property Renovation
C&R Property & Construction LtdC&R Property & Construction Ltd
Inspiration for a bohemian galley kitchen in Manchester with flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, yellow worktops and a vaulted ceiling.
Forging Ahead
Forging Ahead
YES Glazing SolutionsYES Glazing Solutions
A converted Victorian reservoir and renovated forge, connected with a charred timber link, have created a spectacular home in Kent for the Kewell Family. This extraordinary, renovated home has really transformed its look. At first, the Kewell Family wanted to knock down the original build and start from scratch, but their plans become more ambitious. The family got in touch with MRM Design Studio to help build their dream home as well as Construction South East. The property is made up of a Victorian forge, a new timber-clad link, and a converted underground reservoir which has a planted roof seating area. YES Glazing Solutions supplied and install our YES Heritage Aluminium French doors and casement windows, which flooded natural light into their home. Our YES Heritage windows and doors featured an Art Deco style handle which added a luxury look. The Kewell Family property turned out to look amazing and has been recognised by many magazines, such as Self Build Magazine, which you can read a full article and the behind the scenes of this project.
Georgian Twist
Georgian Twist
The White Kitchen CompanyThe White Kitchen Company
The neutral colour palette that this kitchen adopts is simply exquisite. The cabinetry was colour matched to the customer's own choice of a soft grey which mirrors the beautiful simplicity of our Shaker cabinets’ design. These features create a timeless and stylish aesthetic throughout the entire space.
Victorian Villa
Victorian Villa
Gail Marsden Interior DesignGail Marsden Interior Design
Stunning Kitchen from Siematic's Pure Range.
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Other with integrated appliances and an island.
HOUSE IN KENSINGTON
HOUSE IN KENSINGTON
STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTSSTEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS
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.
Cornwall Holiday Home
Cornwall Holiday Home
Lomax & ChiLomax & Chi
Stunning Pluck Kitchen in soft green with marble worktops and feature lighting.
Inspiration for a large midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, marble worktops, green splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, green worktops, exposed beams and feature lighting.
Dark Green Shaker Kitchen
Dark Green Shaker Kitchen
Tom HowleyTom Howley
This dark green Shaker kitchen occupies an impressive and tastefully styled open plan space perfect for connected family living. With brave architectural design and an eclectic mix of contemporary and traditional furniture, the entire room has been considered from the ground up
Beckenham Handleless Kitchen
Beckenham Handleless Kitchen
piqupiqu
A sleek German handleless kitchen with a neutral colour scheme coupled with Caesarstone Cloudburst work surfaces and a full height stone splash-back. The large kitchen island adds valuable storage, practical working space and seating for this busy open plan family kitchen in Beckenham.⁠

Kitchen with an Island 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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