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Sacramento Chic Entertainer
Sacramento Chic Entertainer
Nar Design GroupNar Design Group
This home remodel is a celebration of curves and light. Starting from humble beginnings as a basic builder ranch style house, the design challenge was maximizing natural light throughout and providing the unique contemporary style the client’s craved. The Entry offers a spectacular first impression and sets the tone with a large skylight and an illuminated curved wall covered in a wavy pattern Porcelanosa tile. The chic entertaining kitchen was designed to celebrate a public lifestyle and plenty of entertaining. Celebrating height with a robust amount of interior architectural details, this dynamic kitchen still gives one that cozy feeling of home sweet home. The large “L” shaped island accommodates 7 for seating. Large pendants over the kitchen table and sink provide additional task lighting and whimsy. The Dekton “puzzle” countertop connection was designed to aid the transition between the two color countertops and is one of the homeowner’s favorite details. The built-in bistro table provides additional seating and flows easily into the Living Room. A curved wall in the Living Room showcases a contemporary linear fireplace and tv which is tucked away in a niche. Placing the fireplace and furniture arrangement at an angle allowed for more natural walkway areas that communicated with the exterior doors and the kitchen working areas. The dining room’s open plan is perfect for small groups and expands easily for larger events. Raising the ceiling created visual interest and bringing the pop of teal from the Kitchen cabinets ties the space together. A built-in buffet provides ample storage and display. The Sitting Room (also called the Piano room for its previous life as such) is adjacent to the Kitchen and allows for easy conversation between chef and guests. It captures the homeowner’s chic sense of style and joie de vivre.
Appartement Chabrol
Appartement Chabrol
Antonio Virga ArchitecteAntonio Virga Architecte
Photo of a large urban l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with black cabinets, stainless steel worktops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and no island.
New York City - UES 4 BR Apartment
New York City - UES 4 BR Apartment
Charles J Nafie Architecture + DesignCharles J Nafie Architecture + Design
Jon Nissenbaum
Traditional galley open plan kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
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.
Tanglewood
Tanglewood
Parker House Inc.Parker House Inc.
Inspiration for a traditional open plan kitchen in Houston with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets and black worktops.
Fortson Avenue
Fortson Avenue
Spruill Custom Homes, LLCSpruill Custom Homes, LLC
Large classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with a submerged sink, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops, quartz worktops, ceramic splashback and shaker cabinets.
Rising Glen
Rising Glen
Michele Bohbot Design and ArchitectureMichele Bohbot Design and Architecture
Inspiration for a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, grey splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and grey worktops.
Roundhouse contemporary kitchens
Roundhouse contemporary kitchens
RoundhouseRoundhouse
Roundhouse bespoke Urbo matt lacquer kitchen in dark grey with stainless steel worksurface.
This is an example of a large contemporary open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel worktops, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, concrete flooring and an integrated sink.
The Concept of Happy
The Concept of Happy
Dalia Canora Design, LLCDalia Canora Design, LLC
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, marble worktops and ceramic splashback.
Surbrunnsgatan 43A
Surbrunnsgatan 43A
Simon Donini | photographerSimon Donini | photographer
Simon Donini
Inspiration for a small scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in Stockholm with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, light hardwood flooring, no island, beige floors and grey worktops.
Divine Kitchens LLC
Divine Kitchens LLC
Divine Design CenterDivine Design Center
Design ideas for a modern galley open plan kitchen in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
Cocinas reales - Clientes satisfechos
Cocinas reales - Clientes satisfechos
Doca_MueblesDeCocinaDoca_MueblesDeCocina
El modelo cocina DOCA Sedamat 508 Blanco en los muebles bajos, y una combinación de Barna Tint Nogal y Leach Reflex en las columnas. Esta combinación queda espectacular, y super practica ya que hace forma de U. Es una cocina sin tiradores, con Sistema Gola Milano.
Contemporary Ranch Remodel
Contemporary Ranch Remodel
House of BrazierHouse of Brazier
This once dated and incredibly cut-up home got a custom remodel from floor to ceiling that changed ceilings and windows, knocked down walls, and moved rooms into other areas for an amazing light, bright, and open contemporary retreat.
Tempe Crescent
Tempe Crescent
Vallely ArchitectureVallely Architecture
This is an example of a contemporary grey and white l-shaped open plan kitchen in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Breckenridge Vacation Home- Family Area
Breckenridge Vacation Home- Family Area
Markel Design GroupMarkel Design Group
Michael Yearout Photography
Photo of a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, brown splashback, metro tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Scandinavian Kitchen
Scandinavian Kitchen
Kitchen CentreKitchen Centre
Inspiration for a scandinavian galley open plan kitchen in Hobart with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Adams Morgan Small Kitchen
Adams Morgan Small Kitchen
Balaton Design BuildBalaton Design Build
The main goal with this design was to reintegrate the kitchen with the rest of the unit’s living space, creating a free flow between the kitchen area and the living room, allowing for easy communication between family members, or between host and guests. The use of black cabinetry, however, creates a certain demarcation between the two spaces so that it is clear where one space ends and the other begins – thereby ensuring that this elegant space does not feel like an efficiency kitchen.
Agencement et décoration d'une maison contemporaine
Agencement et décoration d'une maison contemporaine
Studio SDStudio SD
olivier Calvez
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Angers with an island.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Photo of a small contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.
Divine Kitchens LLC
Divine Kitchens LLC
Divine Design CenterDivine Design Center
This is an example of a modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and stainless steel appliances.

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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