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Plano | Normandy Estates | Kitchen & Butler Cabinets (Partner)
Plano | Normandy Estates | Kitchen & Butler Cabinets (Partner)
Kitchen Design ConceptsKitchen Design Concepts
The builder we partnered with for this beauty original wanted to use his cabinet person (who builds and finishes on site) but the clients advocated for manufactured cabinets - and we agree with them! These homeowners were just wonderful to work with and wanted materials that were a little more "out of the box" than the standard "white kitchen" you see popping up everywhere today - and their dog, who came along to every meeting, agreed to something with longevity, and a good warranty! The cabinets are from WW Woods, their Eclipse (Frameless, Full Access) line in the Aspen door style - a shaker with a little detail. The perimeter kitchen and scullery cabinets are a Poplar wood with their Seagull stain finish, and the kitchen island is a Maple wood with their Soft White paint finish. The space itself was a little small, and they loved the cabinetry material, so we even paneled their built in refrigeration units to make the kitchen feel a little bigger. And the open shelving in the scullery acts as the perfect go-to pantry, without having to go through a ton of doors - it's just behind the hood wall!
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Gray Contracting ServicesGray Contracting Services
Inspiration for a large classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Philadelphia with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
The Clark Valach project
The Clark Valach project
Bella Cucina West, LLCBella Cucina West, LLC
Medium sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Leesburg Traditional Kitchen - Island
Leesburg Traditional Kitchen - Island
Synergy Design & ConstructionSynergy Design & Construction
The kitchen footprint is rather large, allowing for extensive cabinetry, a center island in addition to the peninsula, and double ovens.
Medium sized traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in DC Metro with stainless steel appliances, granite worktops, a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, ceramic flooring and an island.
Kitchen off of Battery Lane
Kitchen off of Battery Lane
Terri Sears, Kitchen and Bath DesignerTerri Sears, Kitchen and Bath Designer
This is an example of a medium sized traditional u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Nashville with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, brown floors, grey worktops and dark hardwood flooring.
Western Avenue
Western Avenue
Betsy Bassett InteriorsBetsy Bassett Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Boston with ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Center Creek Project
Center Creek Project
Hauz StudiosHauz Studios
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Tampa with ceramic splashback.
Contemporary country Kitchen Renovation
Contemporary country Kitchen Renovation
reDesign home | chicagoreDesign home | chicago
With tall ceilings, an impressive stone fireplace, and original wooden beams, this home in Glen Ellyn, a suburb of Chicago, had plenty of character and a style that felt coastal. Six months into the purchase of their home, this family of six contacted Alessia Loffredo and Sarah Coscarelli of ReDesign Home to complete their home’s renovation by tackling the kitchen. “Surprisingly, the kitchen was the one room in the home that lacked interest due to a challenging layout between kitchen, butler pantry, and pantry,” the designer shared, “the cabinetry was not proportionate to the space’s large footprint and height. None of the house’s architectural features were introduced into kitchen aside from the wooden beams crossing the room throughout the main floor including the family room.” She moved the pantry door closer to the prepping and cooking area while converting the former butler pantry a bar. Alessia designed an oversized hood around the stove to counterbalance the impressive stone fireplace located at the opposite side of the living space. She then wanted to include functionality, using Trim Tech‘s cabinets, featuring a pair with retractable doors, for easy access, flanking both sides of the range. The client had asked for an island that would be larger than the original in their space – Alessia made the smart decision that if it was to increase in size it shouldn’t increase in visual weight and designed it with legs, raised above the floor. Made out of steel, by Wayward Machine Co., along with a marble-replicating porcelain countertop, it was designed with durability in mind to withstand anything that her client’s four children would throw at it. Finally, she added finishing touches to the space in the form of brass hardware from Katonah Chicago, with similar toned wall lighting and faucet.
Custom Backsplash Niche in Wayne PA
Custom Backsplash Niche in Wayne PA
MacLaren Kitchen and BathMacLaren Kitchen and Bath
Design, Fabrication, Install and Photography by MacLaren Kitchen and Bath Cabinetry: Centra/Mouser Square Inset style. Coventry Doors/Drawers and select Slab top drawers. Semi-Custom Cabinetry, mouldings and hardware installed by MacLaren and adjusted onsite. Decorative Hardware: Jeffrey Alexander/Florence Group Cups and Knobs Backsplash: Handmade Subway Tile in Crackled Ice with Custom ledge and frame installed in Sea Pearl Quartzite Countertops: Sea Pearl Quartzite with a Half-Round-Over Edge Sink: Blanco Large Single Bowl in Metallic Gray Extras: Modified wooden hood frame, Custom Doggie Niche feature for dog platters and treats drawer, embellished with a custom Corian dog-bone pull.
Knoll - Farmhouse Kitchenette
Knoll - Farmhouse Kitchenette
In the DeetsIn the Deets
Simple and clean in-law unit kitchenette featuring quartz counter tops, decorative tile backsplash, hidden appliances, custom cabinetry, and engineered wide plank, oak flooring.
Newtown Borough Beauty
Newtown Borough Beauty
Bare Root Design StudioBare Root Design Studio
A family completes their major renovation in Newtown,Bucks County with this stunning crisp and casual dream kitchen. Photo credit: Joe Kyle
Photo of a large traditional u-shaped kitchen in Philadelphia with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Farmhouse Modern in Shore Acres
Farmhouse Modern in Shore Acres
Studio DearbornStudio Dearborn
The designer's own kitchen was gutted and renovated in 2017, with a focus on classic materials and thoughtful storage. The 1920s craftsman home has been in the family since 1940, and every effort was made to keep finishes and details true to the original construction. For sources, please see the website at www.studiodearborn.com. Photography, Timothy Lenz.
Grey White and Gold Bar Renovation
Grey White and Gold Bar Renovation
Karr Bick Kitchen and BathKarr Bick Kitchen and Bath
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped enclosed kitchen in St Louis with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, marble splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Contemporary Farmhouse
Contemporary Farmhouse
Alair Homes ChilliwackAlair Homes Chilliwack
This contemporary farmhouse is located on a scenic acreage in Greendale, BC. It features an open floor plan with room for hosting a large crowd, a large kitchen with double wall ovens, tons of counter space, a custom range hood and was designed to maximize natural light. Shed dormers with windows up high flood the living areas with daylight. The stairwells feature more windows to give them an open, airy feel, and custom black iron railings designed and crafted by a talented local blacksmith. The home is very energy efficient, featuring R32 ICF construction throughout, R60 spray foam in the roof, window coatings that minimize solar heat gain, an HRV system to ensure good air quality, and LED lighting throughout. A large covered patio with a wood burning fireplace provides warmth and shelter in the shoulder seasons. Carsten Arnold Photography
Glenwick Kitchen and Master Bath
Glenwick Kitchen and Master Bath
Alair Homes PlanoAlair Homes Plano
We turned this once drab monotone kitchen into a bright modern kitchen with a creative twist. The homeowners wanted to maintain the same footprint but use all new finishes, as well as adding a "wow" factor. New white shaker style cabinets brighten up this kitchen, as well as the bath. Ship-lap inspired custom doors were created for the island. Quartzmaster white countertops were installed throughout the kitchen with an Antique Moss Rain glass 3"x12" backsplash tile, which pulled the whole room together with the contrasting Cityscape (SW 7067) gray walls. The chiseled front farmhouse sink added a cool unique element to this modern kitchen. Design by Hatfield Builders & Remodelers | Photography by Versatile Imaging
Elegant New Home Construction
Elegant New Home Construction
Toulmin Kitchen & BathToulmin Kitchen & Bath
This expansive kitchen is both large enough for entertaining and quaint enough for family time. The surround cabinets are painted Repose Grey by Sherwin Williams with the island being a Poplar Heatherstone stain. The countertops are Zodiac London Sky Quartz. The kitchen is equipped with Kitchenaid appliances and a Sharp Microwave drawer. Photography by Holloway Productions.
Transitional Craftsman Home
Transitional Craftsman Home
Studio Boise, LLCStudio Boise, LLC
Design by Studio Boise. Photography by Cesar Martinez.
Large traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Boise with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood flooring.
#1616 White Birch Cabinets: Driftwood Grey Stain & White Painted Island
#1616 White Birch Cabinets: Driftwood Grey Stain & White Painted Island
EHL KitchensEHL Kitchens
Photo of a medium sized traditional u-shaped kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, metallic splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, marble worktops and grey cabinets.
Modern Lincoln Park Farmhouse Kitchen Chicago, IL
Modern Lincoln Park Farmhouse Kitchen Chicago, IL
Michael Norpell's Wall To WallMichael Norpell's Wall To Wall
Photography by Mike Kaskel Photography
This is an example of a small rural u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
South Fork Project, Luxury Home Draper, UT
South Fork Project, Luxury Home Draper, UT
Chris and Dick'sChris and Dick's
Amazing great room / modern kitchen. under mount stainless sinks, stainless appliances, showcase cabinets, glass lighting fixtures Cabinets and Countertops by Chris and Dick's, Salt Lake City, Utah. Design: Sita Montgomery Interiors Build: Cameo Homes Cabinets: Master Brands Countertops: Granite Paint: Benjamin Moore Photo: Lucy Call

Premium U-shaped 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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