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The Castlelands
The Castlelands
Jacqueline Murray InteriorsJacqueline Murray Interiors
A neutral and calming open plan living space including a white kitchen with an oak interior, oak timber slats feature on the island clad in a Silestone Halcyon worktop and backsplash. The kitchen included a Quooker Fusion Square Tap, Fisher & Paykel Integrated Dishwasher Drawer, Bora Pursu Recirculation Hob, Zanussi Undercounter Oven. All walls, ceiling, kitchen units, home office, banquette & TV unit are painted Farrow and Ball Wevet. The oak floor finish is a combination of hard wax oil and a harder wearing lacquer. Discreet home office with white hide and slide doors and an oak veneer interior. LED lighting within the home office, under the TV unit and over counter kitchen units. Corner banquette with a solid oak veneer seat and white drawers underneath for storage. TV unit appears floating, features an oak slat backboard and white drawers for storage. Furnishings from CA Design, Neptune and Zara Home.
Bright & Fun Small Kitchen
Bright & Fun Small Kitchen
Tracey Stephens Interior Design IncTracey Stephens Interior Design Inc
Small (144 square feet) kitchen packed with storage and style.
This is an example of a small traditional u-shaped enclosed kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, lino flooring, no island, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Warm Wood Loves Colour
Warm Wood Loves Colour
Rembrandt Renovations Ltd.Rembrandt Renovations Ltd.
This is an example of a small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Vancouver with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, grey splashback, stone tiled splashback, black appliances, cork flooring, an island, grey floors and white worktops.
Waterfront Cottage
Waterfront Cottage
b Architecture Studiob Architecture Studio
Small coastal l-shaped kitchen/diner in Boston with a belfast sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, green splashback, porcelain splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors, white worktops and exposed beams.
Rénovation complète d'une maison individuelle
Rénovation complète d'une maison individuelle
Anne Rose BOUYER - KAURI ARCHITECTUREAnne Rose BOUYER - KAURI ARCHITECTURE
Création d'une cuisine sur mesure avec "niche" bleue. Conception d'un casier bouteilles intégré dans les colonnes de rangements. Joints creux parfaitement alignés. Détail des poignées de meubles filantes noires.
I Belleville I
I Belleville I
Erika DesignErika Design
Destiné à la location meublée, ce deux pièces de 35m2, traversant, a bénéficié d'une renovation complète. Les cloisons ont laissé place à un belle verrière en bois pour laisser circuler la lumière.
Светлая угловая белая кухня с горизонтальными верхними шкафами
Светлая угловая белая кухня с горизонтальными верхними шкафами
IDM Eterno - фасадные плиты для интерьера и мебелиIDM Eterno - фасадные плиты для интерьера и мебели
Откройте для себя незабываемые впечатления от кухни с нашей светлой угловой кухней среднего размера. Благодаря стилю хай-тек, деревянным и экстраматовым фасадам и высоким горизонтальным шкафам эта кухня идеально подходит для современной жизни. Ярко-желтый и белый цвета добавляют ярких красок, а дизайн без ручек предлагает гладкую и минималистскую эстетику.
CASA B
CASA B
doppiozerodoppiozero
This is an example of a small modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Florence with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, laminate countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, coloured appliances, porcelain flooring, a breakfast bar, beige floors, white worktops and a drop ceiling.
Natural Style
Natural Style
Vela Interior DesignVela Interior Design
Inspiration for a small traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, composite countertops, beige splashback, porcelain flooring, no island, grey floors and beige worktops.
Elegancia, sofisticacion y el sueño de cualquiera
Elegancia, sofisticacion y el sueño de cualquiera
Comodoos InterioresComodoos Interiores
La cocina paso a obtener un diseño mas minimalista, y amplio. Cambiamos la disposición de los grandes electros para tener una visión mas abierta y crear ese rincón de pequeño electrodoméstico. Con una encimera en Porcelanico gris, a juego con los materiales y colores empleados, dispusimos de una luz lineal en techo que nos empujo a un concepto mas actual.
Chicago Classy
Chicago Classy
reDesign home | chicagoreDesign home | chicago
Small traditional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island, brown floors and brown worktops.
Bedford Village
Bedford Village
Erika Jayne Design BuildErika Jayne Design Build
Tired of the original, segmented floor plan of their midcentury home, this young family was ready to make a big change. Inspired by their beloved collection of Heath Ceramics tableware and needing an open space for the family to gather to do homework, make bread, and enjoy Friday Pizza Night…a new kitchen was born. Interior Architecture. Removal of one wall that provided a major obstruction, but no structure, resulted in connection between the family room, dining room, and kitchen. The new open plan allowed for a large island with seating and better flow in and out of the kitchen and garage. Interior Design. Vertically stacked, handmade tiles from Heath Ceramics in Ogawa Green wrap the perimeter backsplash with a nod to midcentury design. A row of white oak slab doors conceal a hidden exhaust hood while offering a sleek modern vibe. Shelves float just below to display beloved tableware, cookbooks, and cherished souvenirs.
Modern Moroccan Passover Kitchen
Modern Moroccan Passover Kitchen
BK Interior Designs LLCBK Interior Designs LLC
This Passover kitchen was designed as a secondary space for cooking. The design includes Moroccan-inspired motifs on the ceramic backsplash and ties seamlessly with the black iron light fixture. Since the kitchen is used one week to a month per year, and to keep the project budget-friendly, we opted for laminate countertops with a concrete look as an alternative to stone. The 33-inch drop-in stainless steel sink is thoughtfully located by the only window with a view of the lovely backyard. Because the space is small and closed in, LED undercabinet lighting was essential to making the surface space practical for basic tasks.
Menlo Park Small Reno
Menlo Park Small Reno
Fiorella Design, LLCFiorella Design, LLC
island, white marble countertop, white kitchen, subway tiles, wood floating shelves, shaker cabinets, light hardwood floor, black counter top ,butcher block countertop, brass lightning
Paris 20 - Appartement Soleil | 65m²
Paris 20 - Appartement Soleil | 65m²
LAAD STUDIOLAAD STUDIO
Rénovation complète d'un appartement de 65m² dans le 20ème arrondissement de Paris.
Inspiration for a small rural l-shaped kitchen in Paris with a built-in sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, green splashback, integrated appliances, terrazzo flooring, grey floors and beige worktops.
Colourful Kitchen Project Tivoli
Colourful Kitchen Project Tivoli
ContourContour
The U-shape kitchen in Fenix, Midnight Blue, and Synthia, Limes Oak enabled the client to retain a dining table and entertaining space. A purposefully placed parapet discreetly conceals the kitchen's working area and hob when approaching from the hallway. The Vero cabinet's soft lighting and the play on heights are a modern interpretation of a traditional dresser, creating an ambience and space for a choice of personalised ornaments. Additionally, the midi cabinet provided additional storage. The result was a playfully bright kitchen in the daylight and an atmospherically enticing kitchen at night.
Riverbend Guest House - Green With Character
Riverbend Guest House - Green With Character
Jarrett DesignJarrett Design
Small country l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Philadelphia with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone worktops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, an island, brown floors and black worktops.
Квартира с библиотекой и коллекцией искусства
Квартира с библиотекой и коллекцией искусства
Maxim MaximovMaxim Maximov
Двухцветная кухня и напольная плитка с рисунком.
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Saint Petersburg with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, black worktops, a single-bowl sink, ceramic flooring and grey floors.
Omaha, Nebraska Residence- Interior Design for New Build
Omaha, Nebraska Residence- Interior Design for New Build
Haven Design and ConstructionHaven Design and Construction
The showstopper kitchen is punctuated by the blue skies and green rolling hills of this Omaha home's exterior landscape. The crisp black and white kitchen features a vaulted ceiling with wood ceiling beams, large modern black windows, wood look tile floors, Wolf Subzero appliances, a large kitchen island with seating for six, an expansive dining area with floor to ceiling windows, black and gold island pendants, quartz countertops and a marble tile backsplash. A scullery located behind the kitchen features ample pantry storage, a prep sink, a built-in coffee bar and stunning black and white marble floor tile.
MEKE | Kitchen Remodel
MEKE | Kitchen Remodel
Ke Design Collective Inc.Ke Design Collective Inc.
Photo of a small l-shaped kitchen/diner in Toronto with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and beige worktops.

Small Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful Small kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of Small 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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