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L-shaped Open Plan Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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Plantation Oaks PVB kitchen
Plantation Oaks PVB kitchen
LEVEL UP Design LLCLEVEL UP Design LLC
This is an example of a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Jacksonville with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, an island and white worktops.
Addison Home Kitchen and Morning Room
Addison Home Kitchen and Morning Room
AR Homes | NashvilleAR Homes | Nashville
This is an example of a kitchen with morning room.
Photo of an expansive farmhouse l-shaped open plan kitchen in Nashville with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, grey floors and multicoloured worktops.
View From Great Room
View From Great Room
Samari Design Studio | Interiors by Sara BletteSamari Design Studio | Interiors by Sara Blette
Medium sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and multicoloured worktops.
Hidden Gem
Hidden Gem
Esslinger Design CompanyEsslinger Design Company
Cabinet paint color: Cushing Green by Benjamin Moore
Photo of a medium sized classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and beige worktops.
Hidden Gem
Hidden Gem
Esslinger Design CompanyEsslinger Design Company
Cabinet paint color: Cushing Green by Benjamin Moore
Medium sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and beige worktops.
Contemporary kitchen for the city living.
Contemporary kitchen for the city living.
KB Design +KB Design +
A city condo needed an uplift, all finishes started to feel outdated, the kitchen's layout did not work for a dynamic couple who love to entertain and play Bridge with their friends on the regular basis. We developed a plan how to provide a luxurious experience and necessary changes in the limited space. The condo has some physical limitations as well, such as the load bearing walls could not be changed, the duct work had to stay in place, and the floor finishes had to satisfy strict sound restrictions.
Montclair Sanctuary
Montclair Sanctuary
Tina Montemayor DesignTina Montemayor Design
Small retro l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, multicoloured worktops and exposed beams.
Boldly Black & White
Boldly Black & White
Atwood: Fine Architectural CabinetryAtwood: Fine Architectural Cabinetry
This boldly black and white kitchen boasts everything contemporary from cabinetry to countertop to fixtures to lighting and decor. No details forgotten in this simple yet highly functional layout of a kitchen that works. A part of the main living area, the kitchen design is integral to the overall space.
A Modern Kitchen for a Retreat in the Woods
A Modern Kitchen for a Retreat in the Woods
Amazing SpacesAmazing Spaces
This is a great house. Perched high on a private, heavily wooded site, it has a rustic contemporary aesthetic. Vaulted ceilings, sky lights, large windows and natural materials punctuate the main spaces. The existing large format mosaic slate floor grabs your attention upon entering the home extending throughout the foyer, kitchen, and family room. Specific requirements included a larger island with workspace for each of the homeowners featuring a homemade pasta station which requires small appliances on lift-up mechanisms as well as a custom-designed pasta drying rack. Both chefs wanted their own prep sink on the island complete with a garbage “shoot” which we concealed below sliding cutting boards. A second and overwhelming requirement was storage for a large collection of dishes, serving platters, specialty utensils, cooking equipment and such. To meet those needs we took the opportunity to get creative with storage: sliding doors were designed for a coffee station adjacent to the main sink; hid the steam oven, microwave and toaster oven within a stainless steel niche hidden behind pantry doors; added a narrow base cabinet adjacent to the range for their large spice collection; concealed a small broom closet behind the refrigerator; and filled the only available wall with full-height storage complete with a small niche for charging phones and organizing mail. We added 48” high base cabinets behind the main sink to function as a bar/buffet counter as well as overflow for kitchen items. The client’s existing vintage commercial grade Wolf stove and hood commands attention with a tall backdrop of exposed brick from the fireplace in the adjacent living room. We loved the rustic appeal of the brick along with the existing wood beams, and complimented those elements with wired brushed white oak cabinets. The grayish stain ties in the floor color while the slab door style brings a modern element to the space. We lightened the color scheme with a mix of white marble and quartz countertops. The waterfall countertop adjacent to the dining table shows off the amazing veining of the marble while adding contrast to the floor. Special materials are used throughout, featured on the textured leather-wrapped pantry doors, patina zinc bar countertop, and hand-stitched leather cabinet hardware. We took advantage of the tall ceilings by adding two walnut linear pendants over the island that create a sculptural effect and coordinated them with the new dining pendant and three wall sconces on the beam over the main sink.
Midcentury Interior Remodel
Midcentury Interior Remodel
BYoung DesignBYoung Design
Design ideas for a retro l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops and exposed beams.
Seaforth
Seaforth
Northern Beaches Kitchens and BathroomsNorthern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms
Inspiration for a large beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, multi-coloured floors and multicoloured worktops.
Rétro-girly
Rétro-girly
Sur MesureSur Mesure
La cuisine ouverte dans une teinte gris foncé. Robinetterie et poignées dorées. Etagères ouvertes pour exposer la jolie vaisselle. Crédence vitrée.
Photo of a medium sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Saint-Etienne with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island, beige floors and white worktops.
Prichett
Prichett
Avan Construction Inc.Avan Construction Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
4x4 White Kitchen Tiles
4x4 White Kitchen Tiles
Fireclay TileFireclay Tile
With a light and airy color palette, the glossy white backsplash tile in a timeless offset pattern takes center stage in this kitchen. DESIGN Caitlin Flemming PHOTOS Stephanie Russo Tile Shown: 4x4 in White Wash
Cloverdale House
Cloverdale House
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
Photo by Travis Peterson.
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
The Elevated Cottage
The Elevated Cottage
Kelsey Leigh Design Co.Kelsey Leigh Design Co.
Inspiration for a medium sized l-shaped open plan kitchen in Oklahoma City with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
Modern Living in Downtown Birmingham
Modern Living in Downtown Birmingham
Stalburg DesignStalburg Design
This stylish, family friendly kitchen is also an entertainer’s dream! This young family desired a bright, spacious kitchen that would function just as well for the family of 4 everyday, as it would for hosting large events (in a non-covid world). Apart from these programmatic goals, our aesthetic goal was to accommodate all the function and mess into the design so everything would be neatly hidden away behind beautiful cabinetry and panels. The navy, bifold buffet area serves as an everyday breakfast and coffee bar, and transforms into a beautiful buffet spread during parties (we’ve been there!). The fridge drawers are great for housing milk and everyday items during the week, and both kid and adult beverages during parties while keeping the guests out of the main cooking zone. Just around the corner you’ll find the high gloss navy bar offering additional beverages, ice machine, and barware storage – cheers! Super durable quartz with a marbled look keeps the kitchen looking neat and bright, while withstanding everyday wear and tear without a problem. The practical waterfall ends at the island offer additional damage control in bringing that hard surface all the way down to the beautiful white oak floors. Underneath three large window walls, a built-in banquette and custom table provide a comfortable, intimate dining nook for the family and a few guests while the stunning chandelier ties in nicely with the other brass accents in the kitchen. The thin black window mullions offer a sharp, clean contrast to the crisp white walls and coordinate well with the dark banquette. Thin, tall windows on either side of the range beautifully frame the stunningly simple, double curvature custom hood, and large windows in the bar/butler’s pantry allow additional light to really flood the space and keep and airy feel. The textured wallpaper in the bar area adds a touch of warmth, drama and interest while still keeping things simple.
Tuxedo II
Tuxedo II
Norwood ArchitectsNorwood Architects
Photo of a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, white floors, grey worktops and a timber clad ceiling.
28th St New Build
28th St New Build
Noz DesignNoz Design
Inspiration for a medium sized classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Loft Guillemin
Loft Guillemin
Studio 203Studio 203
Photo of a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, dark hardwood flooring, an island, black floors and black worktops.

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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