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Open Plan Kitchen with Open Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Slow life　琵琶湖を望む別荘に緑を感じ住む
Slow life　琵琶湖を望む別荘に緑を感じ住む
COLOR LABEL DESIGN OFFICE / 殿村明彦COLOR LABEL DESIGN OFFICE / 殿村明彦
Large industrial galley open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, open cabinets, black cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Cabot Cove Summer Cottage
Cabot Cove Summer Cottage
Tracey Rapisardi DesignTracey Rapisardi Design
This is an example of a small romantic single-wall open plan kitchen in Tampa with open cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, no island, white appliances, white splashback, wood splashback, white floors and brown worktops.
Tonimbuk Residence
Tonimbuk Residence
Maxa DesignMaxa Design
Industrial single-wall open plan kitchen in Melbourne with open cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, stainless steel worktops, stainless steel appliances, an island and medium hardwood flooring.
Botany House
Botany House
Angus Mackenzie ArchitectAngus Mackenzie Architect
This freestanding brick house had no real useable living spaces for a young family, with no connection to a vast north facing rear yard. The solution was simple – to separate the ‘old from the new’ – by reinstating the original 1930’s roof line, demolishing the ‘60’s lean-to rear addition, and adding a contemporary open plan pavilion on the same level as the deck and rear yard. Recycled face bricks, Western Red Cedar and Colorbond roofing make up the restrained palette that blend with the existing house and the large trees found in the rear yard. The pavilion is surrounded by clerestory fixed glazing allowing filtered sunlight through the trees, as well as further enhancing the feeling of bringing the garden ‘into’ the internal living space. Rainwater is harvested into an above ground tank for reuse for toilet flushing, the washing machine and watering the garden. The cedar batten screen and hardwood pergola off the rear addition, create a secondary outdoor living space providing privacy from the adjoining neighbours. Large eave overhangs block the high summer sun, while allowing the lower winter sun to penetrate deep into the addition. Photography by Sarah Braden
Lewiston ADU
Lewiston ADU
HDR Remodeling Inc.HDR Remodeling Inc.
Photo of a small industrial u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with open cabinets, wood worktops, brown worktops, a submerged sink, coloured appliances, grey floors, a vaulted ceiling and a breakfast bar.
Photos
Photos
The Bespoke CraftsmanThe Bespoke Craftsman
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in San Diego with open cabinets and white worktops.
Refreshed Staged Home
Refreshed Staged Home
Kathe BakerKathe Baker
Large modern grey and cream l-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with open cabinets, an island, white cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, multicoloured worktops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
house-25
house-25
dwarfdwarf
Design ideas for a medium sized retro single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel worktops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback and a breakfast bar.
Arlington Condo
Arlington Condo
Rill ArchitectsRill Architects
Stacy Goldberg
Inspiration for a traditional open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a belfast sink, open cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, white appliances and an island.
Bergdorf Liebesgrün
Bergdorf Liebesgrün
Archifaktur Lennestadt GmbHArchifaktur Lennestadt GmbH
Handweiserhütte oHG Jessica Gerritsen & Ralf Blümer Lenninghof 26 (am Skilift) 57392 Schmallenberg © Fotos: Cyrus Saedi, Hotelfotograf | www.cyrus-saedi.com
ビンテージスタイルハウス
ビンテージスタイルハウス
ホロスホームホロスホーム
Photo of a large industrial galley open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, stainless steel worktops, beige splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and a wood ceiling.
Historic Loft
Historic Loft
Raad StudioRaad Studio
Robert Wright
Photo of an industrial open plan kitchen in New York with open cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood flooring.
Villa Privata - www.sicilyluxuryvillas.com
Villa Privata - www.sicilyluxuryvillas.com
VDF - Valerio D'Urso FotografoVDF - Valerio D'Urso Fotografo
VDF - Valerio D'Urso - Fotografo @StudiosSpot22
Photo of a medium sized urban single-wall open plan kitchen in Catania-Palermo with open cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete worktops and grey splashback.
青葉台の住宅改修
青葉台の住宅改修
リツデザイン一級建築士事務所リツデザイン一級建築士事務所
Photo of a medium sized scandi galley open plan kitchen in Yokohama with an integrated sink, open cabinets, brown cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and beige floors.
Loudon Homestead
Loudon Homestead
Sheppard & RoutSheppard & Rout
Peter Cui
Design ideas for a traditional galley open plan kitchen in Christchurch with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, stainless steel worktops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
House,Kinosaki / kitchen
House,Kinosaki / kitchen
PUDDLE IncPUDDLE Inc
カウンターを正面から見ます。 施主が今日まで大事に使ってきた様々な家具・調度品、そして５０年の年月を経た梁とのコントラストがよりモダンな印象を与えてくれます。
This is an example of a world-inspired galley open plan kitchen in Tokyo with a submerged sink, open cabinets, brown cabinets, stainless steel worktops, grey splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
My Houzz: Nick + Stephanie, Austin
My Houzz: Nick + Stephanie, Austin
Sarah Natsumi MooreSarah Natsumi Moore
Photo: Sarah Moore © 2013 Houzz
Inspiration for a vintage open plan kitchen in Austin with stainless steel appliances, wood worktops and open cabinets.
Beverly Place - Kitchen Island
Beverly Place - Kitchen Island
Studio Sarah Willmer ArchitectureStudio Sarah Willmer Architecture
Kitchen towards Cabinetry Wall Photography by Sharon Risedorph; In Collaboration with designer and client Stacy Eisenmann (Eisenmann Architecture - www.eisenmannarchitecture.com) For questions on this project please contact Stacy at Eisenmann Architecture.
Contemporary and transitional kitchens
Contemporary and transitional kitchens
Strathmore Floors-Design-CabinetsStrathmore Floors-Design-Cabinets
CHD Magazine
This is an example of a traditional grey and white open plan kitchen in Charleston with open cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, marble worktops, white splashback and wood splashback.
The Stanhoe Kitchen
The Stanhoe Kitchen
Naked KitchensNaked Kitchens
This kitchen makes plentiful use of natural light in this stunning extension to showcase the natural beauty of the grain in the exposed oak cabinetry. The oak architrave between the extension and the original space frames the room like a perfectly composed picture.

Open Plan Kitchen with Open Cabinets 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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