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White and Warm
White and Warm
Design First InteriorsDesign First Interiors
This formerly small and cramped kitchen switched roles with the extra large eating area resulting in a dramatic transformation that takes advantage of the nice view of the backyard. The small kitchen window was changed to a new patio door to the terrace and the rest of the space was “sculpted” to suit the new layout. A Classic U-shaped kitchen layout with the sink facing the window was the best of many possible combinations. The primary components were treated as “elements” which combine for a very elegant but warm design. The fridge column, custom hood and the expansive backsplash tile in a fabric pattern, combine for an impressive focal point. The stainless oven tower is flanked by open shelves and surrounded by a pantry “bridge”; the eating bar and drywall enclosure in the breakfast room repeat this “bridge” shape. The walnut island cabinets combine with a walnut butchers block and are mounted on a pedestal for a lighter, less voluminous feeling. The TV niche & corkboard are a unique blend of old and new technologies for staying in touch, from push pins to I-pad. The light walnut limestone floor complements the cabinet and countertop colors and the two ceiling designs tie the whole space together.
Downey Street: A spacious new kitchen for two home chefs
Downey Street: A spacious new kitchen for two home chefs
IDF StudioIDF Studio
Timeless white kitchen with Carrara marble backsplash and custom gray-green island. Photo by Christopher Stark.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops, engineered stone countertops, marble splashback and beige floors.
Modern Craftsman
Modern Craftsman
Sogno Design GroupSogno Design Group
Michele Lee Wilson
This is an example of a medium sized traditional l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and soapstone worktops.
Captains House
Captains House
Colonial Reproductions, Inc.Colonial Reproductions, Inc.
This country kitchen is accented with detailed tiles, brass light fixtures and a large butcher block. Greg Premru Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized rural u-shaped kitchen in Boston with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, tile countertops, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Oceanside, California Kitchen Remodel 2
Oceanside, California Kitchen Remodel 2
Remodel Works Bath & KitchenRemodel Works Bath & Kitchen
This craftsman style kitchen remodel is surrounded by white Starmark cabinets with Richelieu pulls, accented with Starmark cabinets with a nutmeg stain. The BD Manhattan grey subway tiles fill the backsplash against the light granite countertop. The stainless steel appliances complete this clean, craftsman style kitchen.
San Francisco High-Rise Home
San Francisco High-Rise Home
Cheng DesignCheng Design
Fu-Tung Cheng, CHENG Design • Eat-in Kitchen featuring Concrete Countertops and Okeanito Hood, San Francisco High-Rise Home Dynamic, updated materials and a new plan transformed a lifeless San Francisco condo into an urban treasure, reminiscent of the client’s beloved weekend retreat also designed by Cheng Design. The simplified layout provides a showcase for the client’s art collection while tiled walls, concrete surfaces, and bamboo cabinets and paneling create personality and warmth. The kitchen features a rouge concrete countertop, a concrete and bamboo elliptical prep island, and a built-in eating area that showcases the gorgeous downtown view. Photography: Matthew Millman
Maine Lakeside Retreat
Maine Lakeside Retreat
Katahdin Cedar Log HomesKatahdin Cedar Log Homes
Home by: Katahdin Cedar Log Homes
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland Maine with beige cabinets.
Harbor Restoration
Harbor Restoration
Patrick Ahearn ArchitectPatrick Ahearn Architect
Greg Premru
Photo of a medium sized beach style u-shaped kitchen/diner in Boston with beaded cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
The Woodshop of Avon
The Woodshop of Avon
The Woodshop of AvonThe Woodshop of Avon
Ehlan Creative Communications
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with dark wood cabinets, recessed-panel cabinets, white splashback and integrated appliances.
Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
Thompson ConstructionThompson Construction
Spacecrafting / Architectural Photography
Photo of a medium sized rural l-shaped kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Houzz Tour
Houzz Tour
Fotograf Camilla RopersFotograf Camilla Ropers
Fotograf Camilla Ropers
Medium sized contemporary single-wall kitchen in Copenhagen with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, black splashback, glass sheet splashback, integrated appliances, an island and beige floors.
Tustin Kitchen
Tustin Kitchen
Vision InteriorsVision Interiors
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Orange County with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, grey floors, marble worktops and porcelain flooring.
Washington DC Condo Remodel
Washington DC Condo Remodel
Case Architects & RemodelersCase Architects & Remodelers
Project Developer MJ Englert https://www.houzz.com/pro/mjenglert/mj-englert-ckbr-udcp-case-design-remodeling-inc Designer Scott North https://www.houzz.com/pro/snorth71/scott-north-case-design-remodeling-inc Photography by Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Karlavägen 82
Karlavägen 82
dream design sthlmdream design sthlm
Photo of a medium sized scandi single-wall kitchen/diner in Stockholm with flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island and marble worktops.
Sekelskiftes Kök
Sekelskiftes Kök
This is an example of a medium sized victorian l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Stockholm with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, an island, marble worktops, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood flooring.
A place to cook
A place to cook
UserUser
A lovely country kitchen in a restored farmhouse in South Devon. Photo Styling Jan Cadle, Colin Cadle Photography
Photo of a medium sized farmhouse kitchen in Devon with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, ceramic flooring and an island.
Rocky Butte Remodel (Portland Oregon)
Rocky Butte Remodel (Portland Oregon)
The Jack + Mare | Portland Design & BuildThe Jack + Mare | Portland Design & Build
Split Level 1970 home of a young and active family of four. The main public spaces in this home were remodeled to create a fresh, clean look. The Jack + Mare demo'd the kitchen and dining room down to studs and removed the wall between the kitchen/dining and living room to create an open concept space with a clean and fresh new kitchen and dining with ample storage. Now the family can all be together and enjoy one another's company even if mom or dad is busy in the kitchen prepping the next meal. The custom white cabinets and the blue accent island (and walls) really give a nice clean and fun feel to the space. The island has a gorgeous local solid slab of wood on top. A local artisan salvaged and milled up the big leaf maple for this project. In fact, the tree was from the University of Portland's campus located right where the client once rode the bus to school when she was a child. So it's an extra special custom piece! (fun fact: there is a bullet lodged in the wood that is visible...we estimate it was shot into the tree 30-35 years ago!) The 'public' spaces were given a brand new waterproof luxury vinyl wide plank tile. With 2 young daughters, a large golden retriever and elderly cat, the durable floor was a must. project scope at quick glance: - demo'd and rebuild kitchen and dining room. - removed wall separating kitchen/dining and living room - removed carpet and installed new flooring in public spaces - removed stair carpet and gave fresh black and white paint - painted all public spaces - new hallway doorknob harware - all new LED lighting (kitchen, dining, living room and hallway) Jason Quigley Photography
Kitchen
Kitchen
InSite Builders & RemodelingInSite Builders & Remodeling
Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Medium sized classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, a belfast sink, composite countertops, metro tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Квартира в ЖК Измайловский
Квартира в ЖК Измайловский
Volkova InteriorsVolkova Interiors
Александр Камачкин
Inspiration for a medium sized classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Moscow with an integrated sink, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island, raised-panel cabinets and grey splashback.
Greenmeadows Ave
Greenmeadows Ave
GEORGE Interior DesignGEORGE Interior Design
Photos by Manolo Langis.
This is an example of a medium sized beach style u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, green splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood flooring.

Medium Sized Kitchen 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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