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Knightsbridge | A Scandinavian Inspired Design
Knightsbridge | A Scandinavian Inspired Design
Davonport Kitchen & HomeDavonport Kitchen & Home
Photo of a medium sized scandinavian cream and black l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops and feature lighting.
Country Kitchen
Country Kitchen
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Manchester with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, limestone flooring, an island, beige floors, beige worktops, a drop ceiling and a feature wall.
Parisian design in London - Silverton Project
Parisian design in London - Silverton Project
Mon Concept Habitation - LondonMon Concept Habitation - London
At this Fulham home, the family kitchen was entirely redesigned to bring light and colour to the fore! The forest green kitchen units by John Lewis of Hungerford combine perfectly with the powder pink Moroccan tile backsplash from Mosaic Factory.
Beaded Shaker Kitchen
Beaded Shaker Kitchen
Sustainable KitchensSustainable Kitchens
Nestled away in the countryside, this dark green and oak Shaker kitchen features a subtly crafted beaded detail. Using oak drawers and antique brass hardware to complement the deep shade, with a natural granite worktop. With the existing brick wall tying the room together adding additional textures and a traditional feel.
Hilltop House, England
Hilltop House, England
Stickland Wright Architects + InteriorsStickland Wright Architects + Interiors
Farmhouse l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sussex with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood flooring, an island and exposed beams.
Project 42
Project 42
The Main CompanyThe Main Company
This is an example of a rustic l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, orange cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, no island, brown floors, beige worktops, exposed beams, a vaulted ceiling and a wood ceiling.
Signature Bespoke Scandi-style Kitchen Featuring EWE Handleless Furniture
Signature Bespoke Scandi-style Kitchen Featuring EWE Handleless Furniture
Searle & TaylorSearle & Taylor
As part of a modern extension to a 1930’s property, Searle & Taylor was commissioned to design and create a contemporary minimalist Scandi-style kitchen that combines muted earth tones with matt textures and bespoke blond oak furniture. The clients, a professional couple with three young children, wanted a practical kitchen with easy-to-clean surfaces and lots of storage to maintain a stylish and uncluttered look to the open plan room. We suggested they opt for contemporary lacquered laminated handleless furniture by Austrian brand, EWE, that includes carcases, internal storage, pull-out drawers and slab doors in White and Fango colourways. We then suggested that all other natural oak cabinetry was designed and made bespoke by Searle & Taylor to perfectly exemplify the Danish aesthetic. Designed in an L-shape with a central island, this kitchen is split into practical zoned areas. The handleless white cabinetry that faces the island comprises the sink run that includes cupboards, pull-out bins, two 60cm integrated dishwashers by Siemens and a Caple undercounter wine cooler. At the centre of the 20mm Calacatta Gold Suede worktop with specially fabricated drainer grooves is an undermount sink by Franke and a patinated brass Quooker Fusion 3-in-1 boiling water tap. On either side are two bespoke blond oak dresser cabinets with on-trend reeded glass panels and patinated brass handles. The same blonde oak under-cloak bridges both sides at the base of the overhead cabinetry, which also features LED lighting strips, adjustable for task lighting and for warmer tones. The tall run is integrated into the wall for a clean and uninterrupted look. It features tall cabinetry in Fango, a neutral earth tone colourway and comprises further storage cupboards with two Miele 60cm ovens positioned side-by-side. On either side of this central bank are tall cooling appliances, a tall larder fridge by Siemens and a fully integrated tall freezer with internal ice-maker by Liebherr. The kitchen island combines form with function, featuring clean lines throughout. It features the same Calacatta Gold Suede worksurface, which has been built up to 60mm thickness with waterfall end panels on either side, presenting a flowing effect. Mounted within the surface is a Novy Easy recirculation vented induction hob, and with no requirement for overhead extraction, there are three natural oak pendant lights by Tom Raffield. The task side features pull-out drawers along the run, together with a built-in 29cm warming drawer by Siemens. The facing side features blonde oak designed in a typical Scandi vertical slatted aesthetic, with a quirky bespoke twist. It comprises three side-by-side concealed deep cabinets with push-to-open doors. This side of the island also features an overhang to accommodate bar stools by Where Saints Go.
Siatama Kitchen
Siatama Kitchen
H. Miller BrosH. Miller Bros
Set within an airy contemporary extension to a lovely Georgian home, the Siatama Kitchen is our most ambitious project to date. The client, a master cook who taught English in Siatama, Japan, wanted a space that spliced together her love of Japanese detailing with a sophisticated Scandinavian approach to wood. At the centre of the deisgn is a large island, made in solid british elm, and topped with a set of lined drawers for utensils, cutlery and chefs knifes. The 4-post legs of the island conform to the 寸 (pronounced ‘sun’), an ancient Japanese measurement equal to 3cm. An undulating chevron detail articulates the lower drawers in the island, and an open-framed end, with wood worktop, provides a space for casual dining and homework. A full height pantry, with sliding doors with diagonally-wired glass, and an integrated american-style fridge freezer, give acres of storage space and allow for clutter to be shut away. A plant shelf above the pantry brings the space to life, making the most of the high ceilings and light in this lovely room.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Charlie Luxton DesignCharlie Luxton Design
The kitchen design continues the clean lines and clutter free feel of the house interior.
Medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble worktops, mirror splashback, integrated appliances, an island, white floors and black worktops.
Battersea Double Level Apartment
Battersea Double Level Apartment
VORBILD ArchitectureVORBILD Architecture
This is an example of a small classic l-shaped open plan kitchen with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, pink cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Contemporary Country Kitchen in Marlow, London.
Contemporary Country Kitchen in Marlow, London.
Liate Design, LTDLiate Design, LTD
This exquisite kitchen renovation in Marlow, London, beautifully blends traditional farmhouse charm with contemporary style. Featuring exposed brick walls and a sleek Italian kitchen, the space is both functional and stunning. Integrated appliances, a stainless steel worktop, and a white marble slabbed centre island with an extended breakfast bar make this chef's kitchen a centrepiece of the home. Part of a ground floor renovation, this project perfectly balances rustic elements with modern design, creating a warm and inviting family space.
Beckenham Handleless Kitchen
Beckenham Handleless Kitchen
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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.⁠
Bespoke Green, Painted, Modern, Shaker Kitchen With Curved Island in Leeds
Bespoke Green, Painted, Modern, Shaker Kitchen With Curved Island in Leeds
Four Seasons KitchensFour Seasons Kitchens
We painted the cabinets in French Grey to match the wall colour on this modern shaker project. The curved island seat 6 people as well as hiding the ovens from sight. The tall bank houses butler's pantry, appliance garage and home bar area. The vented hob means no wall extractor leaving room for a nice feature picture rail instead.
Kitchen project in Thames Ditton
Kitchen project in Thames Ditton
Bathroom + Kitchen ElevenBathroom + Kitchen Eleven
Built in kitchen sink with marble counter and splashback. Dove grey units below and above. Pantry to the left. Quooker tap in antique brass, matching the cabinet door handles Large island with curved marble counter and integrated Bora induction hob with built in extractor. Seating around the edge. Built in ovens against wall with integrated freezer one side and fridge the other. Three pendant lights over island.
Acton Family Home
Acton Family Home
Lomax & ChiLomax & Chi
This is an example of a large bohemian l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, grey worktops and feature lighting.
Chelsea Penthouse
Chelsea Penthouse
Abigail Reay DesignAbigail Reay Design
Photo of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, beige splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island and beige worktops.
Mr & Mrs M, Pyrford, Surrey
Mr & Mrs M, Pyrford, Surrey
Vita Nova Interiors LtdVita Nova Interiors Ltd
By keeping the cabinetry around the perimeter of the room in Dove Grey, gave the room a crisp, light feel to it but we wanted to add some depth and the contrast of the island is Charcoal gave us exactly that. The space flows effortlessly from kitchen to garden, perfect for BBQ's in the summer evenings. The positioning of the bar stools on the island works well not only for casual socialising but also just enjoying a coffee in this fabulous new space overlooking the garden.
Project Garden
Project Garden
CCASA ArchitectsCCASA Architects
A small compact kitchen, was designed following the industrial look of the property. The worktops have concrete effect. A big island was also included to allow for a bigger kitchen and also be an area of entertainment.
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.
White Crow Cottage
White Crow Cottage
uniquehomestaysuniquehomestays
Large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Oxfordshire with stainless steel worktops, concrete flooring and an island.

L-shaped Open Plan Kitchen 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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