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Single-wall Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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causey kitchen island
causey kitchen island
PBC Design + BuildPBC Design + Build
Inspiration for a medium sized classic single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
IT Brookfield Mussel
IT Brookfield Mussel
UserUser
This beautiful Brookfield kitchen as a myriad of design features; its striking worktop flowing to an end panel, design-led curved corners and the combination of muted grey and ice-white units adds a stylish finishing touch.
San Francisco residence
San Francisco residence
KnocknockKnocknock
Full view of kitchen. Photography by Open Homes photography
Medium sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, a single-bowl sink, light hardwood flooring and an island.
San Francisco Residence
San Francisco Residence
Mark Davis DesignMark Davis Design
Adam Rouse
Photo of a large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light hardwood flooring, white cabinets, grey splashback, a submerged sink, an island, beige floors, grey worktops and concrete worktops.
Berry Construction
Berry Construction
Chris SnookChris Snook
Chris Snook
Inspiration for a large classic single-wall kitchen/diner in London with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood worktops, multi-coloured splashback, an island, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and ceramic flooring.
Mid Century MOD Austin Remodel
Mid Century MOD Austin Remodel
Becca Stephens InteriorsBecca Stephens Interiors
Molly Winters Photography
Photo of a medium sized retro single-wall kitchen/diner in Austin with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring and an island.
The Barn
The Barn
Digital Home LLCDigital Home LLC
Photo of a rural single-wall kitchen/diner in New York with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, integrated appliances, wood worktops, grey splashback, stone tiled splashback and dark hardwood flooring.
La Luna - Display Home - 15 Greenlink Boulevard, Harrisdale
La Luna - Display Home - 15 Greenlink Boulevard, Harrisdale
Eclipse HomesEclipse Homes
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Perth with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances and beige floors.
Division Street
Division Street
Emerick ArchitectsEmerick Architects
Windows and door panels reaching for the 12 foot ceilings flood this kitchen with natural light. Custom stainless cabinetry with an integral sink and commercial style faucet carry out the industrial theme of the space. Photo by Lincoln Barber
Oatley - Modern Kitchen
Oatley - Modern Kitchen
Art of Kitchens Pty LtdArt of Kitchens Pty Ltd
When the owners of this Oatley kitchen expanded on their property they want to capture the beautiful vista in the design. Not one to disappoint, designer Ole Jensen from Art of Kitchens conceptualised a project that went above and beyond this request and made the stunning scenery the back drop to the eye-catching design.
Cozy Cottage
Cozy Cottage
Gatling DesignGatling Design
Photo by Ed Gohlich
Design ideas for a large classic single-wall kitchen/diner in San Diego with glass-front cabinets, granite worktops, beige cabinets, metro tiled splashback, red splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Park Street - Kitchen with View of Clerestory
Park Street - Kitchen with View of Clerestory
Studio Sarah Willmer ArchitectureStudio Sarah Willmer Architecture
Side view of kitchen and kitchen island. Island countertop is marble while the countertop along back wall is plastic laminate with a marine grade plywood edge. The cabinetry is a bamboo veneer. Photographed by Ken Gutmaker
Moore Project
Moore Project
Modern Craft Construction, LLCModern Craft Construction, LLC
Modern Ikea Kitchen, Open Floorplan
Large modern single-wall kitchen/diner in Dallas with stainless steel appliances, a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, zinc worktops, white splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
mid-century modern kitchen
mid-century modern kitchen
Neil Kelly CompanyNeil Kelly Company
Modern materials were chosen to fit the existing style of the home. Mahogany cabinets topped with Caesarstone countertops in Nougat and Raven were accented by 24×24-inch recycled porcelain tile with 1-inch glass penny round decos. Elsewhere in the kitchen, quality appliances were re-used. The oven was located in its original brick wall location. The microwave convection oven was located neatly under the island countertop. A tall pull out pantry was included to the left of the refrigerator. The island became the focus of the design. It provided the main food prep and cooking area, and helped direct traffic through the space, keeping guests comfortable on one side and cooks on the other. Large porcelain tiles clad the back side of the island to protect the surface from feet on stools and accent the surrounding surfaces.
Cuisine contemporaine épurée blanc/bois avec carreaux de ciment
Cuisine contemporaine épurée blanc/bois avec carreaux de ciment
Cuisinella Paris 11 RépubliqueCuisinella Paris 11 République
Cuisinella Paris 11 Référence Cuisinella : Light Jet Blanc Brillant Caisson : Chene Honey Poignée intégrée : Jet Plan de travail : Chene Honey & blanc brillant Crédit photo : Agence Meero
Linden St
Linden St
JMC Designs llcJMC Designs llc
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Houston with stainless steel appliances, a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, porcelain flooring, an island and beige floors.
Busy Bees
Busy Bees
Vosper Boligstyling & Fotografering ApSVosper Boligstyling & Fotografering ApS
Inspiration for a large rural single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, light hardwood flooring, an island and wood worktops.
Ausstellung
Ausstellung
bulthaup designfunktion in Bonnbulthaup designfunktion in Bonn
Expansive contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Cologne with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, multiple islands, an integrated sink and limestone flooring.
Farmhouse Style Chester County Kitchen Remodel in West Chester, PA
Farmhouse Style Chester County Kitchen Remodel in West Chester, PA
Pine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen StudioPine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen Studio
Kitchen remodel in West Chester, PA. Photos by John Welsh.
This is an example of a classic single-wall kitchen/diner in Philadelphia with white appliances, wood worktops and white cabinets.
Old Naples, Private Residence
Old Naples, Private Residence
Harwick HomesHarwick Homes
This is an example of a medium sized classic single-wall enclosed kitchen in Miami with glass-front cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, white cabinets, glass worktops, white splashback, wood splashback, porcelain flooring, an island and beige floors.

Single-wall 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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