Large Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Island color was custom. Countertops are Princess White Quartzite. Light fixtures over island are from Rejuvenation (exact type has been discontinued) Photos by Holly Lepere

Happy Valley Remodel

Kimberley Harrison Interiors

Large classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, integrated appliances, an island, a single-bowl sink, light hardwood flooring, marble worktops, marble splashback, beige floors and white worktops.

Doncaster East Home - Kitchen

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Photography by Shannon McGrath
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Melbourne with white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, light hardwood flooring, a built-in sink, beaded cabinets, composite countertops, stainless steel appliances and an island.

Armadale House

bg architecture

Michelle Williams
This is an example of a large contemporary galley kitchen in Melbourne with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood worktops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and metro tiled splashback.

Marco Island Makeover

K2 Design Group, Inc.

This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Miami with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, integrated appliances, multiple islands, quartz worktops, ceramic splashback and limestone flooring.

Indoor Outdoor

The Myers Touch

Lotus white door fronts juxtapose a dark grey tiled floor creating an atmosphere of serenity and understated luxury.
Design ideas for a large modern single-wall kitchen/diner in Hampshire with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey floors, a submerged sink, composite countertops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.

Modern English Countryside

Inspired Interiors

Photo of a large traditional galley kitchen/diner in Chicago with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.

Ash Grey | Kitchen Inspiration

WK STONE

'Ash Grey' Quantum Quartz benchtops and splashback. By Cahill Building Group.
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Melbourne with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.

Vintage Stove Hidden Hood

Kelly and Abramson Architecture

antique wavy glass, cool stove., farm sink, oversize island, paneled refrigerator, some color on the cabinets. The farm style sink is in the foreground. This is another project where the homeowners love the design process and really understand and trust my lead in keeping all the details in line with the story. The story is farmhouse cottage. We are not creating a movie set, we are trying to go back in time to a place when we were not herds of cattle shopping at costco and living in tract homes and driving all the same cars. I want to go back to a time when grandma is showing the kids how to make apple pie.

Scandinave Cuisine

Mesure

This is an example of a large scandinavian single-wall kitchen/diner in Paris with laminate countertops, white splashback, integrated appliances, flat-panel cabinets, a single-bowl sink, ceramic splashback, ceramic flooring, no island and white cabinets.

Elwood Bamboo Kitchen

Camilla Molders Design

Residential Interior Design & Decoration project by Camilla Molders Design
Design ideas for a large classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, blue splashback, a submerged sink, wood worktops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.

Letting Light and Dark Colors Combine in an Oakton VA home

Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes

LED recess lights, large scale pendent lights, indirect and direct lighting spruced us this kitchen that has large scale appliances, such as a large fridge, charging station, ice maker fridge and lots of glass break front cabinetry, big serving islands, such as a large L-shape parameter island with seating capacity of eight with yet a large middle island with big counter, prep sink, microwave and steps away from the massive professional stove. A large scale decorative hood over the gorgeously laid stone tile back-splash and pot filler have created the main focal point for this kitchen.

Villa Bella

McRoberts Interiors, Inc.

This is an example of a large traditional kitchen in Miami with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, integrated appliances, porcelain flooring, multiple islands and raised-panel cabinets.

Maplewood, NJ

Rinaldi Designs Inc.

Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, orange splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, white appliances, composite countertops, light hardwood flooring and brown floors.

Volakas Backsplash

MMG Marble and Granite

This displays a beautiful kitchen that utilized Volakas as the backsplash above the stovetop.
Photo of a large classic l-shaped kitchen in Baltimore with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, dark hardwood flooring and an island.

Dramatic New Construction

Marcia Moore Design

ASID award for Whole House Design. They say the kitchen is the heart of the home, and this kitchen sure has heart: complete with top of the line appliances, glass mosaic backsplash, a generous statement island, and enough space for the whole family to comfortably connect. The space was designed around the family's art collection, and the pendants are family heirlooms that were repurposed to meet the aesthetic of the space. Photo by Alise O'Brien

Murrumbeena family home - interior decorating project

Bask Interiors

Suzi Appel Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley kitchen in Melbourne with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island and medium hardwood flooring.

Denali Delight

Signature Kitchen & Bath Remodeling

Design ideas for a large traditional open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a belfast sink, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, beige floors, recessed-panel cabinets and white splashback.

Hilltop Hacienda

Morrison Interiors

This three story, 9,500+ square foot Modern Spanish beauty features 7 bedrooms, 9 full and 2 half bathrooms, a wine cellar, private gym, guest house, and a poolside outdoor space out of our dreams. I spent nearly two years perfecting every aspect of the design, from flooring and tile to cookware and cutlery. With strong Spanish Colonial architecture, this space beckoned for a more refined design plan, all in keeping with the timeless beauty of Spanish style. This project became a favorite of mine, and I hope you'll enjoy it, too.

Hemphill Renovation

A. Perry Homes

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped kitchen in Chicago with a submerged sink, white cabinets, granite worktops, porcelain splashback, an island, shaker cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood flooring.

Large Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful Large kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of Large 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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