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Single-wall Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
This is an example of a contemporary single-wall kitchen in Melbourne with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
内外を回遊する邸宅
内外を回遊する邸宅
UserUser
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
House VM
House VM
Didonè Comacchio ArchitectsDidonè Comacchio Architects
Photo by Alberto Sinigaglia
Medium sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Venice with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black appliances, a breakfast bar and white floors.
Contemporary Design and Major Renovation Richmond Street
Contemporary Design and Major Renovation Richmond Street
Upside DevelopmentUpside Development
Medium sized contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz worktops and integrated appliances.
Parkway
Parkway
Jenn Hannotte / Hannotte InteriorsJenn Hannotte / Hannotte Interiors
Inspiration for a scandi single-wall kitchen/diner in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white appliances, painted wood flooring and white floors.
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eddie_xieeddie_xie
Inspiration for a modern single-wall kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood flooring and no island.
ishibe house
ishibe house
ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツ デザイン オフィス)ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツ デザイン オフィス)
Inspiration for a medium sized industrial single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with concrete flooring, an integrated sink, open cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, concrete worktops, white splashback, brick splashback, black appliances, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.
Maison Ouest Lyonnais
Maison Ouest Lyonnais
Damien CarreresDamien Carreres
This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Lyon with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and an island.
デザインを楽しむオリジナル空間
デザインを楽しむオリジナル空間
ドクターリフォーム　Banana works LABOドクターリフォーム　Banana works LABO
This is an example of a modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, painted wood flooring, a breakfast bar and beige floors.
F RESIDENCE
F RESIDENCE
小川晋一都市建築設計事務所小川晋一都市建築設計事務所
Gifu, Japan Residence, Office 2015
Design ideas for a modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Tokyo Suburbs with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island and grey floors.
Interiors and other shoots
Interiors and other shoots
Alex TihonovAlex Tihonov
Alex Tihonov
Inspiration for a scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige splashback, wood splashback, white appliances, a breakfast bar and beige floors.
Mariebergsgatan 13A
Mariebergsgatan 13A
Bjurfors GöteborgBjurfors Göteborg
Bjurfors/SE360
Design ideas for a medium sized scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in Gothenburg with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white floors.
松原の家
松原の家
吉川弥志設計工房吉川弥志設計工房
松原の家　撮影　冨田英次
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Kyoto with stainless steel worktops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, flat-panel cabinets and beige floors.
La luz amarilla 　-黄色い灯り-
La luz amarilla 　-黄色い灯り-
TAS高橋洋臣e久美1級建築士事務所TAS高橋洋臣e久美1級建築士事務所
キッチンとコンサバトリー　　キッチンは壁付のＩ型　　中央のアイランドは家族みんなで料理が楽しめるようにとカウンターを兼ねた調理台とした
Inspiration for a modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
【Renovation】丸福ビル
【Renovation】丸福ビル
株式会社アーキネット京都一級建築士事務所株式会社アーキネット京都一級建築士事務所
Photo by Daijirou Okada
Urban single-wall open plan kitchen in Kyoto with an integrated sink, open cabinets, stainless steel worktops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and a breakfast bar.
ルーフテラスのある都心3階建ての家
ルーフテラスのある都心3階建ての家
トレイルアーキテクツ一級建築士事務所トレイルアーキテクツ一級建築士事務所
都心のモダン3階建
Photo of a modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, a breakfast bar, beige floors and white worktops.

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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