Single-wall Kitchen/Diner Ideas and Designs

Blending the warmth and natural elements of Scandinavian design with Japanese minimalism. With true craftsmanship, the wooden doors paired with a bespoke oak handle showcases simple, functional design, contrasting against the bold dark green crittal doors and raw concrete Caesarstone worktop. The large double larder brings ample storage, essential for keeping the open-plan kitchen elegant and serene.

Shirley Street - Modern Contemporary Design

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In 2021, Reynard Architectural Designs accepted its first design project. Our team partnered with Tobars Dobbs to transform a tiny, abandoned ranch in West Atlanta into an expansive contemporary modern home. The first floor, existing brickwork, and main structure where kept in tact. The original ranch was a closed floor plan with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with an extended hallway. All the interior finishes, appliances and walls were removed to convert the home into an open floor plan that maximizes space on the first floor. The finished home is a modern contemporary design that doubled the number of bedrooms, created four accessible outdoor decks, and created a fresh look that balances simplicity with plenty of character. The home on Shirley Street takes advantage of minimalist/modern design elements, clean white countertops and cupboards that are complimented nicely by classic stainless steel finishes. The original ranch home was once confined and segmented. Now, an open stairway that is bathed in natural light leads to the main living space above. Low profile jack and jill vanity mirrors, a soaker tub with a view, and a spacious shower all highlight the serene master bathroom. The master bedroom makes great use of light with a small, private transom above the bed and easy outdoor access to a private patio deck behind the main sleeping quarters. A private getaway shaded by the surrounding live oaks is just what's needed after a long day at work. The home on Shirley Street features four of these private patio decks that provide additional entertainment and relaxation space.

Милютинский

Татьяна Красикова

Кухня
Photo of a medium sized traditional single-wall kitchen/diner in Moscow with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, green floors, white worktops and a drop ceiling.

Dunhaven

Jessica Koltun Home

Experience this stunning coastal contemporary by Olerio Homes in the highly sought after Midway Hollow area. Appointed in a coastal palette this home boasts an open floor plan for seamless entertaining & comfortable living. Amenities include chef's kitchen highlighted by Kitchen-aid appliances & quartz countertops, opening to the family room for seamless entertaining & comfortable living. Retire to first floor owner's suite overlooking your backyard with luxurious spa like bath & a generous closet. A formal dining, study, game room & 3 bedrooms complete with ensuite baths are all flooded w natural light. This is your opportunity to own a home that combines the best of location & design!

Grossman Home

megro123

Granite countertops, wood floor, flat front cabinets (SW Iron Ore), marble and brass hexagonal tile backsplash. Galley butler's pantry includes a wet bar.

Modern Bachelor Pad

Tosti Design

This is an example of a small modern single-wall kitchen/diner in San Diego with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble worktops, black splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and black worktops.

Квартира с гардеробной для коллекции кроссовок

Kutenkovs project

Photo of a contemporary grey and white single-wall kitchen/diner in Novosibirsk with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, black floors and grey worktops.

The Pradera 2021 Parade of Homes Best of Show

Affinity Homes LLC

This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Portland with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and beige worktops.

Ranch Redux

Betty + Co Design and Consulting

This is an example of a medium sized contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Denver with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and grey worktops.

Kitchen Island

Natureworks Design

New kitchen in renovated extension.
Inspiration for a medium sized modern grey and white single-wall kitchen/diner in London with a submerged sink, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops and feature lighting.

Projet Dubois

Lagom architectes

This is an example of a medium sized contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Paris with open cabinets, green cabinets, tile countertops, no island, white worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances and multi-coloured floors.

Petts Wood Orpington Kitchen

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A simple but beautifully symmetrical layout for this lovely open plan living extension in Petts Wood. The addition of the large kitchen island provides plenty of additional storage, work surface and seating space. The shaker style kitchen units have been painted in Farrow & Ball Elephant’s Breath and Charleston Grey and finished with stainless steel cup handles and knobs. The colour scheme and Global Apollo quartz stone worktops follow through into the utility room.

South Dublin Renovation

Shalford Interiors

The owners of this South Dublin period family home have relocated their kitchen to create a bright and bespoke new design – a total transformation from its predecessor. The bespoke 30mm solid wood cabinetry features stepped Shaker doors and solid oak internals. The cabinetry has been handpainted in Farrow & Ball French Grey, creating an elegant, calming space. The open shelving over the sink with the mirror finish is a key element of the design, which allows for the natural light to reflect around the room, giving views of the beautiful exposed brick feature from all angles. Aged brass handles complete the look.

Twin Post Road

Jessica Koltun Home

One of a kind opportunity to own a California Contemporary ranch style dream home, beautifully renovated by S3 Real Estate with interior design by Jessica Koltun. Situated on a gracious lot with lush landscaping, this dream home is filled with an abundance of natural light & luxury details around every turn. A well thought out floor plan features two dining areas, an oversized living room, & an island that can seat six. Designer details include luxury finishes & fixtures including Walker Zanger marble, Rejuvenation fixtures & Bedrosians tile. Guest suite with ensuite bath, two bedrooms with a Jack & Jill, and an Owner's suite you must see to believe.

Echo Проспект Маршала Жукова

Hamiltoun

Модель - Echo. Корпус - ЛДСП 18 мм влагостойкая P5 E1, декор Вулканический серый. Фасады - шпонированные натуральной древесиной ореха американского, основа МДФ 19 мм, лак глубоко матовый. Фасады - закалённое сатинированное эмалированное стекло, основа алюминиевый профиль, тон RAL 7016. Столешница - керамогранит Laminam с основой из закаленного стекла, Blend Nero. Фартук - керамогранит Laminam с основой из закаленного стекла, Blend Nero. Диодная подсветка рабочей зоны. Механизмы открывания ручка-профиль Gola, Blum Tip-on. Механизмы закрывания Blum Blumotion. Ящики Blum Legrabox pure - 4 группы. Сушилка для посуды. Мусорная система. Лоток для приборов. Встраиваемые розетки для малой бытовой техники в столешнице. Смеситель Reginox. Мойка Reginox. Стоимость проекта без учета бытовой техники - 1045 тыс.руб. без учета бытовой техники.

Kitchen Island With Stools - Transitional Remodel

Arizona Tile

Transitional white and beige kitchen with dining area and gray granite countertop island from Arizona Tile.
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional single-wall kitchen/diner in Phoenix with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island, brown floors and grey worktops.

Rustic Open Plan Kitchen Diner

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Kitchen Diner in this stunning extended three bedroom family home that has undergone full and sympathetic renovation keeping in tact the character and charm of a Victorian style property, together with a modern high end finish. See more of our work here: https://www.ihinteriors.co.uk

Юг Франции в современной квартире

Наталья Коалл

Photo of a small classic single-wall kitchen/diner in Saint Petersburg with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, composite countertops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, laminate floors, no island, beige floors and brown worktops.

CLASSIC MODERN KITCHEN

Home Dot Designs

A custom hood was designed by Clarissa which really added warmth and a rustic modern feel to the clean white kitchen. Beautiful quartz were sourced for the counter tops, the island, and the backsplash to help bring durability and uniformity. Wood elements brought in by the distressed beams, barn door, floating shelves, and pantry cabinets really add a great amount of warmth and charm.

Point Loma Addition Remodel

Lars Remodeling & Design

The goal for this Point Loma home was to transform it from the adorable beach bungalow it already was by expanding its footprint and giving it distinctive Craftsman characteristics while achieving a comfortable, modern aesthetic inside that perfectly caters to the active young family who lives here. By extending and reconfiguring the front portion of the home, we were able to not only add significant square footage, but create much needed usable space for a home office and comfortable family living room that flows directly into a large, open plan kitchen and dining area. A custom built-in entertainment center accented with shiplap is the focal point for the living room and the light color of the walls are perfect with the natural light that floods the space, courtesy of strategically placed windows and skylights. The kitchen was redone to feel modern and accommodate the homeowners busy lifestyle and love of entertaining. Beautiful white kitchen cabinetry sets the stage for a large island that packs a pop of color in a gorgeous teal hue. A Sub-Zero classic side by side refrigerator and Jenn-Air cooktop, steam oven, and wall oven provide the power in this kitchen while a white subway tile backsplash in a sophisticated herringbone pattern, gold pulls and stunning pendant lighting add the perfect design details. Another great addition to this project is the use of space to create separate wine and coffee bars on either side of the doorway. A large wine refrigerator is offset by beautiful natural wood floating shelves to store wine glasses and house a healthy Bourbon collection. The coffee bar is the perfect first top in the morning with a coffee maker and floating shelves to store coffee and cups. Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring was selected for use throughout the home, offering the warm feel of hardwood, with the benefits of being waterproof and nearly indestructible - two key factors with young kids! For the exterior of the home, it was important to capture classic Craftsman elements including the post and rock detail, wood siding, eves, and trimming around windows and doors. We think the porch is one of the cutest in San Diego and the custom wood door truly ties the look and feel of this beautiful home together.

Single-wall Kitchen/Diner 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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