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Single-wall Kitchen with Open Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Maison F&L - Vue Cuisine
Maison F&L - Vue Cuisine
ICØS ArchitectureICØS Architecture
Photo of a medium sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Montpellier with white cabinets, wood worktops, grey floors, a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, brown splashback, wood splashback, no island and brown worktops.
Interior AM2
Interior AM2
INT2architectureINT2architecture
INT2 architecture
Inspiration for a small industrial single-wall open plan kitchen in Moscow with open cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, stainless steel worktops, stainless steel appliances, painted wood flooring, no island, white floors, a built-in sink, grey worktops and black splashback.
My Houzz: Eclectic, Earthy Charm in a 1951 Family Home in Kansas
My Houzz: Eclectic, Earthy Charm in a 1951 Family Home in Kansas
Jessica CainJessica Cain
Photo: Jessica Cain © 2017 Houzz
This is an example of a small eclectic single-wall enclosed kitchen in Kansas City with open cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
キッチン
キッチン
重量木骨の家（耐震構法SE構法）重量木骨の家（耐震構法SE構法）
シンプルなデザインのシンクや業務用の棚など、機能性を第一に考えてコーディネイトしたキッチン。業務用の実務的なデザインと作家ものの器が調和している。
Urban single-wall kitchen in Tokyo with an integrated sink, open cabinets, stainless steel worktops, grey splashback, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Wee Ski Chalet
Wee Ski Chalet
BARRETT STUDIO architectsBARRETT STUDIO architects
Embedded in a Colorado ski resort and accessible only via snowmobile during the winter season, this 1,000 square foot cabin rejects anything ostentatious and oversized, instead opting for a cozy and sustainable retreat from the elements. This zero-energy grid-independent home relies greatly on passive solar siting and thermal mass to maintain a welcoming temperature even on the coldest days. The Wee Ski Chalet was recognized as the Sustainability winner in the 2008 AIA Colorado Design Awards, and was featured in Colorado Homes & Lifestyles magazine’s Sustainability Issue. Michael Shopenn Photography
Modd Cott
Modd Cott
Mell Lawrence ArchitectsMell Lawrence Architects
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Austin with a submerged sink, open cabinets, blue cabinets, stainless steel worktops, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring and no island.
Tonimbuk Residence
Tonimbuk Residence
Maxa DesignMaxa Design
Industrial single-wall open plan kitchen in Melbourne with open cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, stainless steel worktops, stainless steel appliances, an island and medium hardwood flooring.
Potrero HIll
Potrero HIll
Antonio Martins Interior DesignAntonio Martins Interior Design
Photos by Drew Kelly
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary single-wall enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with open cabinets, white appliances, a submerged sink, stainless steel cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white splashback, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
School House Conversion . Marfa Texas
School House Conversion . Marfa Texas
Michel ArnaudMichel Arnaud
Long and spacious kichen including a dining area with an oversized country table contrasted with Eames dining chairs. A School House Conversion by Interior Designer Barbara Hill from Houston TX. Photography by Michel Arnaud
Gallery Loft
Gallery Loft
IncorporatedIncorporated
Eric Straudmeier
Photo of an urban single-wall open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with stainless steel worktops, open cabinets, an integrated sink, stainless steel cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback and stainless steel appliances.
1 Bay Ceiling + Wall Mounted Collector's Shelving Unit
1 Bay Ceiling + Wall Mounted Collector's Shelving Unit
Amuneal Manufacturing Corp.Amuneal Manufacturing Corp.
Amuneal made the Rolling Kitchen Ladder and matching Collector’s bar shelving unit for the Great Room style kitchen in this Aspen, Colorado home. The wall + ceiling mounted bar shelving unit creates tall vertical space for bottle and stemware storage. Each glass shelf includes a brass bottle rail stop. The Ladder features quiet glide rolling hardware with rails in patinated aluminum for light weight and ease of use, and curved handle grips wrapped in black hand stitched leather as well as peened textured treads with warm brass tread noses.
紡いでいく暮らしと理想の箱
紡いでいく暮らしと理想の箱
SCHOOL BUS OSAKA｜スクールバス空間設計SCHOOL BUS OSAKA｜スクールバス空間設計
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury single-wall open plan kitchen in Osaka with an integrated sink, open cabinets, stainless steel worktops, metro tiled splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and a wallpapered ceiling.
Earth-Bermed House
Earth-Bermed House
Allan Shope ArchitectAllan Shope Architect
Photo: Durston Saylor
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in New York with an island, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, glass worktops, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances and concrete flooring.
Casa Cialdini
Casa Cialdini
sm*s stefaniamicottistudiosm*s stefaniamicottistudio
Photography: @angelitabonetti / @monadvisual Styling: @alessandrachiarelli
Design ideas for a contemporary single-wall kitchen in Milan with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, black appliances, white floors, white worktops, white splashback and an integrated sink.
Big Timber Art Studio/Barn Remodel
Big Timber Art Studio/Barn Remodel
North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.
LongViews Studio
Small modern single-wall kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, zinc worktops, white splashback, wood splashback, concrete flooring, no island and grey floors.
MNB_Rénovation d'une maison
MNB_Rénovation d'une maison
Gabrielle Vinson architecteGabrielle Vinson architecte
Design ideas for an urban single-wall kitchen/diner in Toulouse with an integrated sink, open cabinets, stainless steel worktops, stainless steel appliances, terrazzo flooring, grey floors and grey worktops.
Appartement Bara - Paris 06
Appartement Bara - Paris 06
KAST DESIGNKAST DESIGN
Photo of a medium sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with open cabinets, laminate countertops, beige splashback, integrated appliances, cement flooring, an island, white floors and beige worktops.
Coach House
Coach House
reDesign home | chicagoreDesign home | chicago
Inspiration for a small classic single-wall kitchen pantry in Chicago with a submerged sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood worktops, grey splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and brown worktops.
Industrial Kitchen Design Ideas
Industrial Kitchen Design Ideas
Everingham DesignEveringham Design
Inspiration for a medium sized industrial single-wall kitchen/diner in Columbus with an integrated sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete worktops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.
Photos
Photos
The Bespoke CraftsmanThe Bespoke Craftsman
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in San Diego with open cabinets and white worktops.

Single-wall Kitchen with Open Cabinets 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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