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Medium Sized Kitchen/Diner Ideas and Designs

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Baker's Kitchen
Baker's Kitchen
Haus Interior DesignHaus Interior Design
Before renovating, this bright and airy family kitchen was small, cramped and dark. The dining room was being used for spillover storage, and there was hardly room for two cooks in the kitchen. By knocking out the wall separating the two rooms, we created a large kitchen space with plenty of storage, space for cooking and baking, and a gathering table for kids and family friends. The dark navy blue cabinets set apart the area for baking, with a deep, bright counter for cooling racks, a tiled niche for the mixer, and pantries dedicated to baking supplies. The space next to the beverage center was used to create a beautiful eat-in dining area with an over-sized pendant and provided a stunning focal point visible from the front entry. Touches of brass and iron are sprinkled throughout and tie the entire room together. Photography by Stacy Zarin
Kitchen
Kitchen
Hill Swift Architect, pllcHill Swift Architect, pllc
Medium sized classic galley kitchen/diner in Houston with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Madisonville Farmhouse Kitchen | Custom Amish Cabinets.
Madisonville Farmhouse Kitchen | Custom Amish Cabinets.
Cabinets by DesignCabinets by Design
beautifully handcrafted, painted and glazed custom Amish cabinets. Nothing says organized like a spice cabinet.
This is an example of a medium sized rural l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a belfast sink, distressed cabinets, stainless steel appliances, raised-panel cabinets, soapstone worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Fayetteville, GA
Fayetteville, GA
John Bynum Custom Homes, Inc.John Bynum Custom Homes, Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional kitchen/diner in Atlanta with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Windsor Square Traditional
Windsor Square Traditional
BAR Design + ConstructionBAR Design + Construction
James Ray Spahn
Inspiration for a medium sized classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Chautauqua Kitchen
Chautauqua Kitchen
Boulder BuildersBoulder Builders
Photo of a medium sized contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Denver with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, composite countertops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Barnwood Cape Cod Kitchen
Barnwood Cape Cod Kitchen
Morgan McMurphy Renovation & DesignMorgan McMurphy Renovation & Design
Inspiration for a medium sized rural kitchen/diner in Chicago with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, brown floors and an island.
Ravenswood Galley Kitchen
Ravenswood Galley Kitchen
Third Coast InteriorsThird Coast Interiors
Dustin Halleck
Photo of a medium sized classic galley kitchen/diner in Chicago with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine flooring, no island and grey floors.
Modern Brooklyn Townhouse
Modern Brooklyn Townhouse
Collaborated WorksCollaborated Works
Design ideas for a medium sized modern u-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Newton Makeover
Newton Makeover
Metropolitan Cabinets & CountertopsMetropolitan Cabinets & Countertops
Cabinets: Custom ShowHouse 1" inset in Frosty White Perimeter Countertops: Caesarstone Pebble Island Countertop & Range Backsplash: Calcite Iceberg Emily O'brien Photography
The Hideaway
The Hideaway
Veritas Fine Homes IncVeritas Fine Homes Inc
Photos credited to Imagesmith- Scott Smith Entertain with an open and functional kitchen/ dining room. The structural Douglas Fir post and ceiling beams set the tone along with the stain matched 2x6 pine tongue and groove ceiling –this also serves as the finished floor surface at the loft above. Dreaming a cozy feel at the kitchen/dining area a darker stain was used to visual provide a shorter ceiling height to a 9’ plate line. The knotty Alder floating shelves and wall cabinetry share their own natural finish with a chocolate glazing. The island cabinet was of painted maple with a chocolate glaze as well, this unit wanted to look like a piece of furniture that was brought into the ‘cabin’ rather than built-in, again with a value minded approach. The flooring is a pre-finished engineered ½” Oak flooring, and again with the darker shade we wanted to emotionally deliver the cozier feel for the space. Additionally, lighting is essential to a cook’s –and kitchen’s- performance. We needed there to be ample lighting but only wanted to draw attention to the pendants above the island and the dining chandelier. We opted to wash the back splash and the counter tops with hidden LED strips. We then elected to use track lighting over the cooking area with as small of heads as possible and in black to make them ‘go away’ or get lost in the sauce.
Worthington Kitchen Remodel
Worthington Kitchen Remodel
Reliance Design BuildReliance Design Build
Arc Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional galley kitchen/diner in Columbus with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Southampton Beach House
Southampton Beach House
Amy Hill DesignsAmy Hill Designs
Photography by Liz Glasgow
Medium sized classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood flooring, an island, composite countertops, stone tiled splashback and white worktops.
Kitchen - After
Kitchen - After
Realty Restoration, LLCRealty Restoration, LLC
Christopher Davison, AIA
Photo of a medium sized modern galley kitchen/diner in Austin with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone worktops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and beige splashback.
Korokoro House
Korokoro House
Tse:Wallace Architects LtdTse:Wallace Architects Ltd
A classic and contemporary kitchen & dining area looking out onto Korokoro Gorge. Photo by Paul McCredie
Photo of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Wellington with medium wood cabinets, a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar and medium hardwood flooring.
Contemporary Classic Asbury Park, NJ
Contemporary Classic Asbury Park, NJ
Town & Country Kitchen and BathTown & Country Kitchen and Bath
Medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, brown splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and white worktops.
Lucy Sayre: Greek Revival
Lucy Sayre: Greek Revival
Connor Mill-Built HomesConnor Mill-Built Homes
Beaded Inset Cabinetry with Flat Panel Doors
Inspiration for a medium sized farmhouse galley kitchen/diner in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, a breakfast bar and white splashback.
Walters Renovation
Walters Renovation
Timeless Kitchen CabinetryTimeless Kitchen Cabinetry
Gridley+Graves Photographers
This is an example of a medium sized farmhouse grey and cream single-wall kitchen/diner in Philadelphia with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, concrete worktops, integrated appliances, brick flooring, an island, red floors and grey worktops.
Retro Modern Kitchen Design - Vail Colorado
Retro Modern Kitchen Design - Vail Colorado
Vail CabinetsVail Cabinets
www.vailcabinets.com Authorized Custom Cupboards Dealer.
Design ideas for a medium sized eclectic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Denver with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and grey floors.
Queen Anne Bungalow Resurrection
Queen Anne Bungalow Resurrection
Carl Mattison DesignCarl Mattison Design
The gray on gray palette creates a soothing dining and kitchen area that is still fresh and modern. Photography by Josh Vick
Inspiration for a medium sized classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Atlanta with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.

Medium Sized Kitchen/Diner Ideas and Designs

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