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Open Plan Kitchen
Open Plan Kitchen
J Foster ArchitectsJ Foster Architects
Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and no island.
Cliffs Communities
Cliffs Communities
Accent TrussAccent Truss
This is an example of a rustic open plan kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, brown cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, grey worktops, light hardwood flooring and recessed-panel cabinets.
Contemporary Condo Kitchen, Two12 North 9th, Brooklyn
Contemporary Condo Kitchen, Two12 North 9th, Brooklyn
Meshberg GroupMeshberg Group
This open urban kitchen invites with pops of yellow and an eat in dining table. A highly functional, contemporary beauty featuring wide plank white oak grey stained floors, white lacquer refrigerator and washing machine, brushed aluminum lower cabinets and walnut upper cabinets. Pure white Caesarstone countertops, Blanco kitchen faucet and sink, Bertazzoni range, Bosch dishwasher, architectural lighting trough with LED lights, and Emtech brushed chrome door hardware complete the high-end look.
Blackshire
Blackshire
MARCUSSE CONSTRUCTIONMARCUSSE CONSTRUCTION
Design ideas for a large scandi u-shaped open plan kitchen in Grand Rapids with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
Manor Homes Verona 2016 Parade Home
Manor Homes Verona 2016 Parade Home
Couture DesignsCouture Designs
This is an example of a large classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Columbus with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, marble worktops and mosaic tiled splashback.
Mount Royal
Mount Royal
Cruz Custom HomesCruz Custom Homes
Photography by kate kunz Styling by jaia talisman
Large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Calgary with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, engineered stone countertops and matchstick tiled splashback.
Luxury Home 2015 Kitchen
Luxury Home 2015 Kitchen
O’Hara InteriorsO’Hara Interiors
Martha O'Hara Interiors, Furnishings & Photo Styling | John Kraemer & Sons, Builder | Charlie and Co Design, Architect | Corey Gaffer Photography Please Note: All “related,” “similar,” and “sponsored” products tagged or listed by Houzz are not actual products pictured. They have not been approved by Martha O’Hara Interiors nor any of the professionals credited. For information about our work, please contact design@oharainteriors.com.
Siesta Key Bay Front
Siesta Key Bay Front
Studio G HomeStudio G Home
Jimmy White
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring and multiple islands.
Mediterranean Kitchen
Mediterranean Kitchen
Large mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, engineered stone countertops, cement tile splashback, terracotta flooring, an island and brown floors.
Redmond House
Redmond House
FINNE ArchitectsFINNE Architects
The Redmond Residence is located on a wooded hillside property about 20 miles east of Seattle. The 3.5-acre site has a quiet beauty, with large stands of fir and cedar. The house is a delicate structure of wood, steel, and glass perched on a stone plinth of Montana ledgestone. The stone plinth varies in height from 2-ft. on the uphill side to 15-ft. on the downhill side. The major elements of the house are a living pavilion and a long bedroom wing, separated by a glass entry space. The living pavilion is a dramatic space framed in steel with a “wood quilt” roof structure. A series of large north-facing clerestory windows create a soaring, 20-ft. high space, filled with natural light. The interior of the house is highly crafted with many custom-designed fabrications, including complex, laser-cut steel railings, hand-blown glass lighting, bronze sink stand, miniature cherry shingle walls, textured mahogany/glass front door, and a number of custom-designed furniture pieces such as the cherry bed in the master bedroom. The dining area features an 8-ft. long custom bentwood mahogany table with a blackened steel base. The house has many sustainable design features, such as the use of extensive clerestory windows to achieve natural lighting and cross ventilation, low VOC paints, linoleum flooring, 2x8 framing to achieve 42% higher insulation than conventional walls, cellulose insulation in lieu of fiberglass batts, radiant heating throughout the house, and natural stone exterior cladding.
Seda Deck
Seda Deck
Logan's Hammer Building & RenovationLogan's Hammer Building & Renovation
We removed and lifted the ceiling replacing it with a gabled, exposed beam ceiling, extending it over the new deck. Installing seamless corner windows and post-less sliding doors create a light filled open space environment.
Jacobean Manor Restored
Jacobean Manor Restored
Di Biase Filkoff ArchitectsDi Biase Filkoff Architects
Design ideas for a classic open plan kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Wooden Box House
Wooden Box House
Moloney ArchitectsMoloney Architects
Christine Francis
Inspiration for a small contemporary open plan kitchen in Melbourne with marble worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Zilker Contemporary
Zilker Contemporary
Cravotta InteriorsCravotta Interiors
Ryann Ford
Contemporary open plan kitchen in Austin with an integrated sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island and a feature wall.
Terenure, Dublin
Terenure, Dublin
WoodaleWoodale
Photo of a rural galley open plan kitchen in Dublin with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island and stainless steel appliances.
Suncadia Built Green Residence
Suncadia Built Green Residence
4D Architects4D Architects
Kitchen and Dining Table | Photo: Mike Seidl
Photo of a medium sized rustic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood worktops, brown splashback, concrete flooring and an island.
East Hampton Beach house
East Hampton Beach house
ds Interiorsds Interiors
Joseph D'Arco
Photo of a traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, composite countertops, brown floors and white worktops.
Contemporary Kitchen Remodel
Contemporary Kitchen Remodel
SweisKlossSweisKloss
This highly customized kitchen was designed in such a way to make use of as much space as possible in an elegant and modern way. The combination of walnut veneer cabinets and buttermilk caesarstone countertops creates contrast in a subtle and eye catching way. The angled island adds dimension and intrigue to the design, as well as creates a solution for seating at the island.
Modern Kitchen
Modern Kitchen
Photo of a modern open plan kitchen in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and grey splashback.
25th Street
25th Street
Designer Floors Inc.Designer Floors Inc.
Large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with open cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, a submerged sink, marble worktops and stone slab splashback.

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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