Mediterranean Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Palos Verde Est. Spanish Home

C & C Partners Design/Build Firm

Design ideas for a mediterranean kitchen in Los Angeles.

French Country Kitchen in Howell, MI

Dream Kitchens

This is an example of a large mediterranean kitchen in Detroit with a belfast sink, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and recessed-panel cabinets.

Kitchen Backsplashes

Ivy Hill Tile

The way our Cataline White tile complements the white sink, and retro lights is the perfect way to tone down this classy, retro design.
Photo of a mediterranean l-shaped kitchen in New York with white splashback, metro tiled splashback, a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, integrated appliances, an island, multi-coloured floors and beige worktops.

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MEDITERRANEAN WHOLE HOUSE RECONSTRUCTION

Dovetail Renovation, Inc.

Mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

Spanish Remodel

Interior Archaeology

Kitchen
Expansive mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and beige worktops.

Wimberley Home

C-Reese Architectural Design

In the kitchen we used light hickory cabinets with dark trim. In keeping with the colorful tiles we added colorful ceiling treatments in the kitchen and breakfast area with large dark wood beams for contrast.

Casa CA | 70 mq

architetto Elena Stolfi

foto Giovanni Bocchieri
This is an example of a mediterranean galley kitchen in Rome with porcelain flooring, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, white worktops, a built-in sink, no island and beige floors.

Everglade Avenue

Wittmann Building Corp

Sargent Photography
Inspiration for a mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in Miami with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, beige floors and white worktops.

Rehabilitacion cocina en El Born (Barcelona)

Mako-Mako Bcn by Room Global

Rehabilitación de una cocina en apartamento del Born de Barcelona.
Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean l-shaped kitchen/diner in Barcelona with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, multi-coloured floors and brown worktops.

Northridge kitchen and 2 bathrooms project

Eden Builders

Inspiration for a large mediterranean galley kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, terracotta flooring, an island and orange floors.

Double Island Kitchen

Fratantoni Interior Designers

We love this kitchen's curved brick ceiling, the custom backsplash, and integrated appliances.
Expansive mediterranean u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Phoenix with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, multiple islands, brown floors, black splashback, black worktops and a vaulted ceiling.

Old World Home

Dimensions in Wood Inc

We designed pull out storage on both sides of the range in this Old World kitchen. Scott, our talented craftsman, installed the beautiful handmade back-splash tiles. Photo by Jacob Thompson, Jet Streak Photography LLC

Proyecto Casa de Pueblo Costa Brava

Nice Home Barcelona

This is an example of a mediterranean kitchen in Barcelona.

Fresh Spanish Upgrade

Nyhus Design Group

This is an example of a large mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, an island, brown floors and dark hardwood flooring.

Italian Farmhouse Custom Kitchen Remodel | Santaluz, San Diego, CA

Leanne Michael L U X E lifestyle design

Italian farmhouse custom kitchen complete with hand carved wood details, flush marble island and quartz counter surfaces, faux finish cabinetry, clay ceiling and wall details, wolf, subzero and Miele appliances and custom light fixtures.

Kitchen - Corona (Designer Series)

SOLLiD Cabinetry

Kitchen with Corona Door Style in Gray Paint with White Glaze from Designer Series
Inspiration for a large mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with grey cabinets, wood worktops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, beige floors, a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, ceramic splashback and ceramic flooring.

Bastide de Bonheur Home Tiles by Arto Brick

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Photo of a mediterranean u-shaped enclosed kitchen in San Diego with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, stone tiled splashback, white appliances, terracotta flooring, an island and beige floors.

Tennessee Mountaincrest Home

Esther Golightly Interiors

Jonathan Golightly Photography
Inspiration for an expansive mediterranean l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, stone tiled splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.

Spring inspired Kitchen Remodel

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Francis Combes
Medium sized mediterranean galley enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring and no island.

Mediterranean Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful mediterranean kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of mediterranean 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 mediterranean photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 tuscan 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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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Windermere Private Residence

J Richard Watson Construction Company, Inc.

Lawrence Taylor Photography
Inspiration for a large mediterranean l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Orlando with beige cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, integrated appliances, travertine flooring, multiple islands, glass-front cabinets, travertine splashback, beige floors and a belfast sink.

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