Large Kitchen with Window Splashback Ideas and Designs

Colgate | 2015

Design ideas for a large traditional galley open plan kitchen in Dallas with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, a belfast sink, marble worktops, window splashback, brown floors and grey worktops.

Wyndham Beach House

Sky Architect Studio

We created a practical, L-shaped kitchen layout with an island bench integrated into the “golden triangle” that reduces steps between sink, stovetop and refrigerator for efficient use of space and ergonomics. Instead of a splashback, windows are slotted in between the kitchen benchtop and overhead cupboards to allow natural light to enter the generous kitchen space. Overhead cupboards have been stretched to ceiling height to maximise storage space. Timber screening was installed on the kitchen ceiling and wrapped down to form a bookshelf in the living area, then linked to the timber flooring. This creates a continuous flow and draws attention from the living area to establish an ambience of natural warmth, creating a minimalist and elegant kitchen. The island benchtop is covered with extra large format porcelain tiles in a 'Calacatta' profile which are have the look of marble but are scratch and stain resistant. The 'crisp white' finish applied on the overhead cupboards blends well into the 'natural oak' look over the lower cupboards to balance the neutral timber floor colour.

North Lincoln Hinsdale

Plain & Posh

The homeowners wanted to open up their living and kitchen area to create a more open plan. We relocated doors and tore open a wall to make that happen. New cabinetry and floors where installed and the ceiling and fireplace where painted. This home now functions the way it should for this young family!

TCON144, Ivanhoe East

TCON

Builder - TCON Group Architect - Pleysier Perkins Photo - Michael Kai
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a built-in sink, light wood cabinets, window splashback, black appliances, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors, flat-panel cabinets and grey worktops.

White kitchen with walnut accents

Horizon Pacific Contracting

Kitchen
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors, a belfast sink, window splashback and white worktops.

Arden Hills Residence

Vela Interior Design

Spacecrafting www.spacecrafting.com
Large midcentury u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

Gelling Road, Strathfield

Justin Loe Architects

Michael Nicholson
Large contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Sydney with concrete flooring, a double-bowl sink, stainless steel appliances, engineered stone countertops, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, window splashback and an island.

Ivanhoe

Finewood Designer Kitchens Pty.Ltd

Tina Giorgio Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Melbourne with white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets and window splashback.

Newton Renovation

Michael Kim Associates

This is an example of a large classic galley kitchen in Boston with shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, window splashback, light hardwood flooring and an island.

Mill Valley Modern

Tyreus Design Studio

Modern white kitchen with white slab cabinets, white oak floors, Western Window Systems, waterfall edge marble island. Photo by Bart Edson
Large modern kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops, window splashback and beige floors.

Organic Modern Mountain Home

Living Stone Design + Build

Inspiration for a large rustic open plan kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and black worktops.

Pine Needle

Alno Miami - Kitchens and Custom Cabinetry

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Miami with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete worktops, window splashback, integrated appliances, concrete flooring and an island.

Pinewood Kitchen Remodel

Home Enrich

Large world-inspired u-shaped kitchen/diner in Raleigh with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

CP Residence

Karen Aston Design

Photo of a large midcentury galley kitchen pantry in Sydney with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, beige floors and multicoloured worktops.

The Element House

NWC Construction

Built by NWC Construction Ryan Gamma Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with a triple-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, window splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and multi-coloured floors.

Mountain Transitional

KM Design

Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Denver with blue cabinets, a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, window splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors, engineered stone countertops, integrated appliances and white worktops.

Wellborn Cabinetry

Designer's Choice Inc

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Denver with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and marble worktops.

North Lincoln Hinsdale

Plain & Posh

The Breezeway

Heliconia

Integrated bespoke cabinetry, butlers pantry and feature island bench are just some of the features of this functional and beautiful kitchen.
Inspiration for a large coastal galley kitchen in Sydney with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, an island, white worktops, a vaulted ceiling, a timber clad ceiling, window splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.

West Greenville Contemporary

Kalyn Downes

Inspiration for a large contemporary open plan kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, engineered stone countertops, window splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and green worktops.

Large Kitchen with Window Splashback 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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