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Parisian design in London - Silverton Project
Parisian design in London - Silverton Project
Mon Concept Habitation - LondonMon Concept Habitation - London
At this Fulham home, the family kitchen was entirely redesigned to bring light and colour to the fore! The forest green kitchen units by John Lewis of Hungerford combine perfectly with the powder pink Moroccan tile backsplash from Mosaic Factory.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops and feature lighting.
Farrow & Ball Smooth Painted Shaker Kitchen
Farrow & Ball Smooth Painted Shaker Kitchen
Idesign Interiors (SW) LtdIdesign Interiors (SW) Ltd
A stunning smooth painted Shaker style kitchen in the complementary colours of Farrow & Ball's Elephants Breath and Pink Ground was designed and made to suit this new build home in the village of Winscombe, Somerset. The house was designed to encourage open plan living and the kitchen with its large central island reflects this. The island was created for the family, allowing them to meet together for a casual supper or to prepare and serve a meal for a larger gathering. The customers were keen to maximise the island surface but didn't want to loose floor space. A sturdy gallows bracket was made and painted in the same Pink Ground colour to coordinated with and to support the weight of the extra deep overhang.
Rickmansworth Property Development
Rickmansworth Property Development
Chantel Elshout StudioChantel Elshout Studio
Contemporary kitchen with Gaggenau integrated appliances, Perla Venato Quartzite worktops and a Spekva Thermo Ash breakfast bar.
Photo of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Gloucestershire with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island, white floors and beige worktops.
Wandsworth Bridge Road
Wandsworth Bridge Road
GOATER JONES London LtdGOATER JONES London Ltd
Kitchen
Medium sized classic u-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Gated development of new build luxury family homes
Gated development of new build luxury family homes
UserUser
We wanted to create a space where all the family would could get together and enjoy or entertain friends. We designed a warm palette of taupes, creams and brass fittings. The quartz surfaces gave the kitchen a beautiful gloss finish with the wood panelling to the front of the island the perfect finishing and unique touch.
Mr & Mrs M, Pyrford, Surrey
Mr & Mrs M, Pyrford, Surrey
Vita Nova Interiors LtdVita Nova Interiors Ltd
By keeping the cabinetry around the perimeter of the room in Dove Grey, gave the room a crisp, light feel to it but we wanted to add some depth and the contrast of the island is Charcoal gave us exactly that. The space flows effortlessly from kitchen to garden, perfect for BBQ's in the summer evenings. The positioning of the bar stools on the island works well not only for casual socialising but also just enjoying a coffee in this fabulous new space overlooking the garden.
Extension & Open Plan Kitchen
Extension & Open Plan Kitchen
Go PlansGo Plans
Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and a wood ceiling.
Danny's New Build
Danny's New Build
Create PerfectCreate Perfect
Open plan kitchen, diner, living room. The shaker kitchen has industrial elements and is in a light grey and dark grey combo. Light walls and floors keep the room feeling spacious to balance the darker kitchen and window frames.
Black in the 'Stow
Black in the 'Stow
PlaceDesign Kitchens and InteriorsPlaceDesign Kitchens and Interiors
The view from the sofa into the kitchen. A relatively small space but good coming has meant the area feels uncluttered yet still has a lot of storage.
Rye Transitional home
Rye Transitional home
Lorraine Levinson Interior DesignLorraine Levinson Interior Design
Photographer: Neil Landino
This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island, stainless steel appliances and marble splashback.
Goodsall Kitchen Case Study
Goodsall Kitchen Case Study
RoundhouseRoundhouse
Roundhouse framed Classic bespoke kitchen painted in matt lacquer Farrow & Ball Manor House Grey and Strong White, worktop in White Fantasy. Photography by Nick Kane.
East Belfast
East Belfast
Interior360Interior360
Rory Corrigan
This is an example of a large modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Belfast with glass-front cabinets and an island.
Hampshire
Hampshire
Lewis Alderson & Co.Lewis Alderson & Co.
Bespoke hand-made cabinetry. Paint colours by Lewis Alderson
Large traditional open plan kitchen in Hampshire with grey cabinets, black splashback, an island, a double-bowl sink, beaded cabinets, granite worktops and limestone flooring.
Gladwyne, PA Kitchen, Mudroom and Living Room Remodel
Gladwyne, PA Kitchen, Mudroom and Living Room Remodel
Rudloff Custom BuildersRudloff Custom Builders
This kitchen has many interesting elements that set it apart. The sense of openness is created by the raised ceiling and multiple ceiling levels, lighting and light colored cabinets. A custom hood over the stone back splash creates a wonderful focal point with it's traditional style architectural mill work complimenting the islands use of reclaimed wood (as seen on the ceiling as well) transitional tapered legs, and the use of Carrara marble on the island top. This kitchen was featured in a Houzz Kitchen of the Week article! Photography by Alicia's Art, LLC RUDLOFF Custom Builders, is a residential construction company that connects with clients early in the design phase to ensure every detail of your project is captured just as you imagined. RUDLOFF Custom Builders will create the project of your dreams that is executed by on-site project managers and skilled craftsman, while creating lifetime client relationships that are build on trust and integrity. We are a full service, certified remodeling company that covers all of the Philadelphia suburban area including West Chester, Gladwynne, Malvern, Wayne, Haverford and more. As a 6 time Best of Houzz winner, we look forward to working with you on your next project.
Traditional kitchen nestled in Franklin
Traditional kitchen nestled in Franklin
Terri Sears, Kitchen and Bath DesignerTerri Sears, Kitchen and Bath Designer
Photo of a large classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Nashville with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Hilltop Road
Hilltop Road
Dichotomy InteriorsDichotomy Interiors
warm white oak and blackened oak custom crafted kitchen with zellige tile and quartz countertops.
Photo of a large midcentury open plan kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.
East Hampton 5
East Hampton 5
Kevin O'Sullivan + AssociatesKevin O'Sullivan + Associates
Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.
Современный Кухня
Современный Кухня
Inspiration for a contemporary open plan kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an island, beige floors, white worktops and stainless steel appliances.
Copper Crest
Copper Crest
Keith Wing Custom BuildersKeith Wing Custom Builders
Matthew Niemann Photography www.matthewniemann.com
Traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, metro tiled splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and black worktops.

Open Plan Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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