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Paradise Valley Ironwood
Paradise Valley Ironwood
Norton Luxury HomesNorton Luxury Homes
Custom metal hood, superwhite countertops
Inspiration for a large traditional grey and white l-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, marble worktops and marble splashback.
Greenbrier | 2016
Greenbrier | 2016
Coats HomesCoats Homes
Large classic grey and white galley open plan kitchen in Dallas with white cabinets, an island, shaker cabinets, quartz worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Hudson Heights Residence
Hudson Heights Residence
Lauren Rubin ArchitectureLauren Rubin Architecture
Alyssa Kirsten
Inspiration for a small contemporary grey and white u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island and light hardwood flooring.
Aménagement à Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Aménagement à Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Créateurs d'IntérieurCréateurs d'Intérieur
La cuisine a été réalisée sur mesure avec des portes sans poignées, en laque satinée blanche et grise. Un bandeau de leds incrusté dans le meuble souligne le volume de l’ensemble et crée un éclairage indirect. Le plan de travail est en marbre de carrare. La cuve en inox est collée sous le plan afin de la rendre plus discrète.
3008 Blackstone Drive- Street of Dreams Home 2016
3008 Blackstone Drive- Street of Dreams Home 2016
Authentic Custom HomesAuthentic Custom Homes
This is an example of a medium sized traditional grey and white galley open plan kitchen in Oklahoma City with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, marble worktops, stone tiled splashback and beige floors.
The Jetfire Home
The Jetfire Home
Southern Coastal HomesSouthern Coastal Homes
Design ideas for a rural grey and white galley open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Einfamilienhaus mit Burgblick
Einfamilienhaus mit Burgblick
Bermüller+Niemeyer ArchitekturwerkstattBermüller+Niemeyer Architekturwerkstatt
Franz Kökeny
Photo of a large contemporary grey and white open plan kitchen in Berlin with light hardwood flooring, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Industrial Kitchen
Industrial Kitchen
This is an example of an urban grey and white open plan kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and beige floors.
South Beach Penthouse
South Beach Penthouse
Bayon Design Studio Inc.Bayon Design Studio Inc.
Carved marble back splash with lacquer grey cabinets, bar seating, and custom wine cellar. David Livingston
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary grey and white open plan kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and brown floors.
Tanya Capaldo Designs
Tanya Capaldo Designs
Tanya Capaldo DesignsTanya Capaldo Designs
Mauviel copper cookware, white subway tiles, Carerra marble countertops, Wolf 48" range. Photography by Eric Roth
Inspiration for a large traditional grey and white l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and marble worktops.
ЖК Шуваловский
ЖК Шуваловский
StudioMRStudioMR
Сергей Красюк
Contemporary grey and white single-wall open plan kitchen in Moscow with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, brown floors and a breakfast bar.
Glass House
Glass House
Michael Del Piero Good DesignMichael Del Piero Good Design
In this project, existing kitchen was reworked. Poggenpohl cabinetry was re-painted. Custom hood designed by Paul Konstant from Konstant Architecture Planning. A steel ledge was added for decorative reasons above the cabinetry. Photo Credit: Tony Soluri
Garner House
Garner House
9 square studio9 square studio
Andrea Calo
Inspiration for a medium sized scandinavian grey and white l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Villa Junoon
Villa Junoon
TK Interior Design & ConsultingTK Interior Design & Consulting
Die Kueche im Industrial Stil Wir haben hier eine U Form im Stil der Betonoptik gewählt. Die Hängelampen aus Kupfer und die Steinwand verleihen Industrieoptik und das Glas als Spritzschutz wirkt transparent und leicht
Petite ceinture
Petite ceinture
Janand Delahousse architectesJanand Delahousse architectes
M.Janand
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary grey and white u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, a breakfast bar, a built-in sink, black cabinets, concrete worktops, ceramic splashback and integrated appliances.
Olive Mill
Olive Mill
Renga Michael Flooring, Inc.Renga Michael Flooring, Inc.
This is a light rustic European White Oak hardwood floor.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic grey and white galley open plan kitchen in Santa Barbara with medium hardwood flooring, brown floors, a timber clad ceiling, a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar and grey worktops.
Little Italy Penthouse Triplex
Little Italy Penthouse Triplex
Ecostruct LLCEcostruct LLC
Small contemporary grey and white galley open plan kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Balboa Island Coral
Balboa Island Coral
William Guidero Planning and DesignWilliam Guidero Planning and Design
Photography by Ryan Garvin
Photo of a large beach style grey and white l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with white cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, shaker cabinets and a belfast sink.
5650 Comstock
5650 Comstock
NIH HomesNIH Homes
Spacecrafting
Inspiration for a large classic grey and white l-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
View of peninsula
View of peninsula
Tobi Brockway Interiors Inc.Tobi Brockway Interiors Inc.
1980's bungalow with small galley kitchen was completely transformed into an open contemporary space. Brian Yungblut Photography, St. Catharines
Photo of a medium sized classic grey and white open plan kitchen in Toronto with a submerged sink, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and shaker cabinets.

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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