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Luxury kitchen, home bar and joinery installation in Kensington apartment
Luxury kitchen, home bar and joinery installation in Kensington apartment
Cor DomiCor Domi
Photo of a classic kitchen in London.
James & Anna - Holbrook, Horsham
James & Anna - Holbrook, Horsham
The Kitchen StoreThe Kitchen Store
SOMETIMES, A CLASSIC DESIGN IS ALL YOU NEED FOR AN OPEN-PLAN SPACE THAT WORKS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY. This client wanted to extend their existing space to create an open plan kitchen where the whole family could spend time together. To meet this brief, we used the beautiful Shelford from our British kitchen range, with shaker doors in Inkwell Blue and Light Grey. The stunning kitchen island added the wow factor to this design, where the sink was located and also some beautiful oak shelving to house books and accessories. We used quartz composite worktops in Ice Branco throughout, Blanco sink and taps, and completed the space with AEG built-in and integrated appliances. We also created a functional utility room, which complemented the main kitchen design.
Haddon in Charcoal
Haddon in Charcoal
Kitchen MakersKitchen Makers
This is an example of a traditional kitchen in West Midlands.
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The Summer Folly
The Summer Folly
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
This is an example of a medium sized classic single-wall enclosed kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz worktops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, porcelain flooring and beige floors.
Open Plan Kitchen, Living and Dining Room
Open Plan Kitchen, Living and Dining Room
Heather Kealey InteriorsHeather Kealey Interiors
Kitchen island.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, an island, beige floors, white worktops and a chimney breast.
Hampstead Handleless Shaker Kitchen
Hampstead Handleless Shaker Kitchen
Higham FurnitureHigham Furniture
One of our favourite handleless Shaker kitchens that we have recently installed is this kitchen in Hampstead. We love the 'Basalt' paint colour by Little Greene and it goes perfectly with the Teltos Statuario worktops. The beautiful oak herringbone floor adds warmth to create a lovely homely space. We also love the reeded glass wall cupboards surrounding the Falmec Pro Zeus extractor.
Sculleries Dunfermline Showroom
Sculleries Dunfermline Showroom
Sculleries of StockbridgeSculleries of Stockbridge
Hand painted Tudor furniture with Silestone worktops. Cabinet hand painted in Sculleries Green with the pantry and drawer cabinets in solid Oak with a medium Oak wax finish.
Enniskillen Home
Enniskillen Home
Garuda DesignGaruda Design
Inspiration for a classic kitchen in Belfast.
Lingfield | Social Family Space & Quality Construction
Lingfield | Social Family Space & Quality Construction
Design Interiors LtdDesign Interiors Ltd
Our client wanted to create a social family kitchen space with quality construction to last them a lifetime. A sociable island was a must for them, and a place to entertain guests comfortably was a core requirement. The client had a clear vision of what they wanted to achieve & incorporating some existing appliances was important to them. Tim worked closely to ensure that the final design was how they envisioned. Tim designed the space to be as open & social as possible & incorporated Davonport Tillingham units with walnut internals. The exterior units are a sprayed & brushed finish in Farrow & Ball Downpipe.
Melbourne Grove
Melbourne Grove
Ben Waterhouse PhotographyBen Waterhouse Photography
Inspiration for a traditional kitchen in London.
Cobham Ground Floor Renovation
Cobham Ground Floor Renovation
Blue + Green InteriorsBlue + Green Interiors
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in Surrey.
Project 136
Project 136
Niche Bathroom and KitchenNiche Bathroom and Kitchen
Traditional kitchen in Other.
The St. John's Square Haberdashery by deVOL
The St. John's Square Haberdashery by deVOL
deVOL KitchensdeVOL Kitchens
Traditional kitchen in Other.
Tennis Road, Hove
Tennis Road, Hove
House of HoveHouse of Hove
This is an example of a classic kitchen in Sussex.
Full Refurbishment, Extension & Loft Conversion, Kensal Rise
Full Refurbishment, Extension & Loft Conversion, Kensal Rise
Trevor Brown ArchitectsTrevor Brown Architects
This is an example of a classic kitchen in London.
Holkham | Timeless country kitchen
Holkham | Timeless country kitchen
Davonport Kitchen & HomeDavonport Kitchen & Home
Davonport Holkham shaker-style cabinetry with exposed butt hinges was chosen for a classic look and its smaller proportions in this Victorian country kitchen. Hand painted in a beautiful light stone (Slate 11 – from Paint & Paper Library) and heritage green (Farrow & Ball’s studio green), the colour scheme provides the perfect canvas for the antique-effect brushed brass accessories. A traditional style white porcelain butler sink with brass taps is positioned in front of the large sash window, providing a stylish focal point when you enter the room. Then at the heart of the kitchen is a freestanding-style island (topped with the same white quartz worktop as the rest of the room). Designed with plenty of storage in the way of cupboards and drawers (as well as breakfast bar seating for 2), it acts as a prep table that is positioned in easy reach of the professional quality Miele induction hob and ovens. These elements help nod to the heritage of the classic country kitchen that would have originally been found in the property. Out of the main cooking zone, but in close proximity to seating on the island, a breakfast cupboard/drinks cabinet houses all of Mr Edward’s coffee gadgets at worktop level. Above, several shelves finished with opulent mirrored glass and back-lit lights showcase the couples’ selection of fine cut glassware. This creates a real wow feature in the evening and can be seen from the couples’ large round walnut dining table which is positioned with views of the English-country garden. The overall style of the kitchen is classic, with a very welcoming and homely feel. It incorporates pieces of charming antique furniture with the clean lines of the hand painted Davonport cabinets marrying the old and the new.
Edwardian House in North West London
Edwardian House in North West London
Murus ArtMurus Art
Limited edition framed art print by Bugspot in north London Edwardian Home.
Inspiration for a traditional kitchen in London.
Bespoke kitchen Corfe Mullen
Bespoke kitchen Corfe Mullen
Thomas Matthew Handmade Kitchens & FurnitureThomas Matthew Handmade Kitchens & Furniture
Classic kitchen in Dorset with a belfast sink, glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, mirror splashback, an island, grey floors and white worktops.
New bespoke project: The Rhapsody Kitchen
New bespoke project: The Rhapsody Kitchen
Mowlem & CoMowlem & Co
Created for a keen cook with her own bakery business, this design plays all the right notes with a melody of material and colour contrasts and a free-flowing arrangement that makes working, living and socialising in this space a dream. Classic design principles combined with innovative touches and characterful accents means this framed and hand-painted scheme is absolutely one of a kind.

Traditional Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful traditional kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of traditional 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 classic photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of traditional 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 classic 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 classic 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 traditional kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your classic 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 traditional 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 classic 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 elegant 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 traditional 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 classic 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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