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Medium Sized Kitchen with a Breakfast Bar Ideas and Designs

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Aylesbury - A Classic Shaker Kitchen in a Victorian House
Aylesbury - A Classic Shaker Kitchen in a Victorian House
Simon Taylor FurnitureSimon Taylor Furniture
Simon Taylor Furniture was commissioned to undertake the full refurbishment of an existing kitchen space in a Victorian railway cottage in a small village, near Aylesbury. The clients were seeking a light, bright traditional Shaker kitchen that would include plenty of storage and seating for two people. In addition to removing the old kitchen, they also laid a new floor using 60 x60cm floor tiles in Lakestone Ivory Matt by Minoli, prior to installing the new kitchen. All cabinetry was handmade at the Simon Taylor Furniture cabinet workshop in Bierton, near Aylesbury, and it was handpainted in Skimming Stone by Farrow & Ball. The Shaker design includes cot bead frames with Ovolo bead moulding on the inner edge of each door, with tongue and groove panelling in the peninsula recess and as end panels to add contrast. Above the tall cabinetry and overhead cupboards is the Simon Taylor Furniture classic cornice to the ceiling. All internal carcases and dovetail drawer boxes are made of oak, with open shelving in oak as an accent detail. The white window pelmets feature the same Ovolo design with LED lighting at the base, and were also handmade at the workshop. The worktops and upstands, featured throughout the kitchen, are made from 20mm thick quartz with a double pencil edge in Vicenza by CRL Stone. The working kitchen area was designed in an L-shape with a wet run beneath the main feature window and the cooking run against an internal wall. The wet run includes base cabinets for bins and utility items in addition to a 60cm integrated dishwasher by Siemens with deep drawers to one side. At the centre is a farmhouse sink by Villeroy & Boch with a dual lever mixer tap by Perrin & Rowe. The overhead cabinetry for the cooking run includes three storage cupboards and a housing for a 45cm built-in Microwave by Siemens. The base cabinetry beneath includes two sets of soft-opening cutlery and storage drawers on either side of a Britannia range cooker that the clients already owned. Above the glass splashback is a concealed canopy hood, also by Siemens. Intersecting the 16sq. metre space is a stylish curved peninsula with a tongue and grooved recess beneath the worktop that has space for two counter stools, a feature that was integral to the initial brief. At the curved end of the peninsula is a double-door crockery cabinet and on the wall above it are open shelves in oak, inset with LED downlights, next to a tall white radiator by Zehnder. To the left of the peninsula is an integrated French Door fridge freezer by Fisher & Paykel on either side of two tall shallow cabinets, which are installed into a former doorway to a utility room, which now has a new doorway next to it. The cabinetry door fronts feature a broken façade to add further detail to this Shaker kitchen. Directly opposite the fridge freezer, the corner space next to doors that lead to the formal dining room now has a tall pantry larder with oak internal shelving and spice racks inside the double doors. All cup handles and ball knobs are by Hafele.
A splash of pink
A splash of pink
Kettle Co. KitchensKettle Co. Kitchens
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Cornwall with pink splashback, glass sheet splashback, light hardwood flooring, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a breakfast bar, grey floors, white worktops and a vaulted ceiling.
Kitchen Living Area
Kitchen Living Area
The House Ministry LimitedThe House Ministry Limited
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional grey and teal u-shaped kitchen/diner in Gloucestershire with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, vinyl flooring, a breakfast bar, grey floors and white worktops.
The Stamford Kitchen
The Stamford Kitchen
Naked KitchensNaked Kitchens
A contemporary take on a shaker style, featuring our featuring two of our green shades paired with the natural beauty of exposed oak.
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets and a breakfast bar.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Photo of a medium sized contemporary grey and white l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, a breakfast bar, grey floors, white worktops, a drop ceiling and feature lighting.
The Barn
The Barn
Shu ArchitectsShu Architects
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with a breakfast bar.
60's Townhouse - Open plan living
60's Townhouse - Open plan living
Jackson Merrick DesignsJackson Merrick Designs
Open-plan kitchen dining room with seamless transition to outdoor living space
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, yellow splashback, glass sheet splashback, grey floors, brown worktops, a built-in sink, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.
Blue Painted Slab with handle profile
Blue Painted Slab with handle profile
Idesign Interiors (SW) LtdIdesign Interiors (SW) Ltd
Modern kitchen completed for a couple with a young family who wanted a practical kitchen with all the mod cons, and one which the whole family could enjoy. Now and in years to come.
Dandelion
Dandelion
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional galley enclosed kitchen in Gloucestershire with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, stainless steel worktops, coloured appliances and a breakfast bar.
Whitechapel
Whitechapel
The Main CompanyThe Main Company
Warm and welcoming are just two of the words that first come to mind when you set your eyes on this stunning space. Known for its culture and art exhibitions, Whitechapel is a vibrant district in the East End of London and this property reflects just that. If you’re a fan of The Main Company, you will know that we are passionate about rustic, reclaimed materials and this space comprises everything that we love, mixing natural textures like concrete, brick, and wood, and the end result is outstanding. Floor to ceiling Crittal style windows create a light and airy space, allowing the homeowners to go for darker, bolder accent colours throughout the penthouse apartment. The kitchen cabinetry has a Brushed Brass Finish, complementing the surrounding exposed brick perfectly, adding a vintage feel to the space along with other features such as a classic Butler sink. The handless cupboards add a modern touch, creating a kitchen that will last for years to come. The handless cabinetry and solid oaks drawers have been topped with concrete worktops as well as a concrete splashback beneath the Elica extractor.
Painted Cabinets
Painted Cabinets
Everingham DesignEveringham Design
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Columbus with a belfast sink, green cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors, white worktops and shaker cabinets.
Brooklyn Townhouse Renovation
Brooklyn Townhouse Renovation
Studio Geiger ArchitectureStudio Geiger Architecture
Design ideas for a medium sized classic galley kitchen/diner in Philadelphia with a breakfast bar, a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood flooring.
Fresh & Airy
Fresh & Airy
KrimsonHAUSKrimsonHAUS
Medium sized traditional u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and black worktops.
San Francisco High Rise Residence
San Francisco High Rise Residence
Kleid Design Group - Fine Custom CabinetryKleid Design Group - Fine Custom Cabinetry
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, blue splashback, a breakfast bar, a double-bowl sink, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
A&L - attico caldo e accogliente
A&L - attico caldo e accogliente
LAKD - Progettare l'ambiente cucinaLAKD - Progettare l'ambiente cucina
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Rome with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, grey splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, beige floors and beige worktops.
Квартира 100м2 ЖК Фили-град
Квартира 100м2 ЖК Фили-град
Анастасия БархатоваАнастасия Бархатова
Кухня - Столовая - Гостиная Кухня изготовлена по эскизам дизайнера из МДФ в шпоне американского ореха, шелковисто-матовые черные фасады Столешница - акрил черный Фартук - стекло черное тонированное Инженерная доска Finex Индиана, в грубой ручной обработке с неровной поверхностью
Восток и Запад
Восток и Запад
ARTUP BUREAUARTUP BUREAU
Сергей Ананьев
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Moscow with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, composite countertops, ceramic splashback, porcelain flooring, multi-coloured floors, white worktops, beige splashback, black appliances and a breakfast bar.
Edina Kitchen Refreshment
Edina Kitchen Refreshment
Thompson ConstructionThompson Construction
Spacecrafting
This is an example of a medium sized classic galley kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and white worktops.
Upper West Side Residence
Upper West Side Residence
Ann Baumgartner DesignAnn Baumgartner Design
Marco Ricca
Photo of a medium sized midcentury u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Denver with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement flooring, a breakfast bar and brown floors.
Traditional kitchen open living room
Traditional kitchen open living room
Spectra Design BuildSpectra Design Build
Inspiration for a medium sized rural l-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a belfast sink, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets and a breakfast bar.

Medium Sized Kitchen with a Breakfast Bar 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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