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APPARTEMENT FESSART
APPARTEMENT FESSART
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Bertrand Fompeyrine
Design ideas for a medium sized scandinavian galley open plan kitchen in Paris with a double-bowl sink, black cabinets, wood worktops, black appliances, an island, brown splashback and ceramic flooring.
Seine-Port
Seine-Port
Philippe Zerbib architectePhilippe Zerbib architecte
Inspiration for a scandinavian kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, an island and multi-coloured floors.
Maison Glissade (Ski Chalet)
Maison Glissade (Ski Chalet)
Peter A. Sellar - Architectural PhotographerPeter A. Sellar - Architectural Photographer
Set on a narrow lot in a private ski club development in Collingwood, Ontario, Canada, this hpuse is concieved as a contemporary reinterpretation of the traditional chalet. Its form retains the convention of a gable roof, yet is reduced to an elegant two storey volume in which the top floor slides forward, engaging an adjacent ski hill on axis with the chalet. The cantilever of the upper volume embodies a kinetic energy likened to that of a leading ski or a skier propelled in a forward trajectory. The lower level counter balances this movement with a rhythmic pattern of solid and void. Architect: AKB - Atelier Kastelic Buffey. Photography: Peter A. Sellar / www.photoklik.com
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Reforma de cocina en Sant Cugat del Vallès
Reforma de cocina en Sant Cugat del Vallès
Mireia Masdeu DesignMireia Masdeu Design
Mauricio Fuentes
Photo of a medium sized scandi kitchen/diner in Barcelona with concrete flooring.
New Build House, Vine Road, Molesey
New Build House, Vine Road, Molesey
50 Degrees North Architects50 Degrees North Architects
Overview A new build house on the site of a tired bungalow. The Brief Create a brand new house with mid-century modern design cues. 5 bedrooms including 2-3 en-suites and a range of circulation and living spaces to inspire. Our Solution The moment we met this client we wanted to work with them and we continue to do so today. A space creator and visionary designer himself, we knew we’d have to come up with some new ideas and explore all options on a narrow site. Light was an issue, the deep plan needed a way of pulling in light and giving a sense of height to the main circulation spaces. We achieved this by notching out the centre of one side of the plan, adding mezzanine decks off the stairwell and working in the bedrooms over 3 floors. The glamour of this scheme is in the combination of all of the living space – not in large rooms. We investigated several colour pallets and materials boards before settling on the warmer and handmade aesthetic. We love this scheme and the furnishing completed by the client…
esprit scandinave à PARIS
esprit scandinave à PARIS
Julien CLAPOTJulien CLAPOT
©JULIEN CLAPOT pour LOG ARCHITECTURE
Design ideas for a medium sized scandinavian galley kitchen/diner in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Pure elegance
Pure elegance
Kitchen Architecture LtdKitchen Architecture Ltd
Kitchen Architecture’s bulthaup b3 furniture in kaolin laminate with stainless steel and marble work surfaces and a solid oak bar.
This is an example of a scandi kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood flooring, an island and integrated appliances.
Kitchen island
Kitchen island
SxS Design & Build LtdSxS Design & Build Ltd
Photo of a scandinavian kitchen in London.
Cocina en Las Mercedes
Cocina en Las Mercedes
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This is an example of a large scandinavian single-wall kitchen/diner in Bilbao with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island and white worktops.
Peder Skrams Gade 1, 1. Tv.
Peder Skrams Gade 1, 1. Tv.
MMLivingMMLiving
Inspiration for a medium sized scandi galley open plan kitchen in Copenhagen with flat-panel cabinets, wood worktops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Charlie Lazor Designed Home with WD Flooring
Charlie Lazor Designed Home with WD Flooring
UserUser
Photo of a scandinavian open plan kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets and light wood cabinets.
Queens Park
Queens Park
Freeman & WhitehouseFreeman & Whitehouse
Design ideas for a scandi kitchen in London.
PLUS D'ESPACE ! Rénovation d'appartement haussmanien
PLUS D'ESPACE ! Rénovation d'appartement haussmanien
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Eric nocher
Small scandi galley open plan kitchen in Paris with an island.
Private House - Harpenden
Private House - Harpenden
Peter Landers PhotographyPeter Landers Photography
Peter Landers Photography www.peterlanders.net
This is an example of a scandinavian kitchen in London.
Roundhouse minimal kitchens
Roundhouse minimal kitchens
RoundhouseRoundhouse
Roundhouse Urbo handle less matt lacquer kitchen in Ivory 2 from Paint & Paper Library with a Caesarstone worktop with a shark edge.
This is an example of a large scandi open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops and an island.
Scandinavian Kitchen
Scandinavian Kitchen
Photo of a scandinavian kitchen/diner in Boston with flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets.
Interior AM
Interior AM
INT2architectureINT2architecture
INT2 architecture
Photo of a small scandinavian kitchen in Moscow with dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Apartment in Gràcia.
Apartment in Gràcia.
Piedra papel tijera interiorismoPiedra papel tijera interiorismo
Inspiration for a large scandi u-shaped kitchen in Barcelona with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Roundhouse minimal kitchens
Roundhouse minimal kitchens
RoundhouseRoundhouse
Roundhouse Urbo bespoke matt lacquer kitchen in Crown Antique white with worktops in Polished Silkstone and Wholestave Oak
Photo of a large scandi single-wall open plan kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, an island, light hardwood flooring and stainless steel appliances.

Scandinavian Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful Scandinavian kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of Scandinavian 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 Scandi photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of Scandinavian 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 Scandi 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandi 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 Scandinavian kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your Scandi 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandi 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 Danish 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandi 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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Large scandi galley kitchen/diner in Malmo with flat-panel cabinets, an island, white appliances and concrete flooring.
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