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Kitchen Project
Kitchen Project
Santa I Contracting CorpSanta I Contracting Corp
Photo of a large traditional l-shaped kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and granite worktops.
The Moody Blues
The Moody Blues
Celtic InteriorsCeltic Interiors
This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped kitchen in Cork with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, black appliances, an island, grey floors and white worktops.
Brass & Blue Classic
Brass & Blue Classic
w.b. buildersw.b. builders
Photo Cred: Seth Hannula
Medium sized traditional kitchen in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors, a single-bowl sink and white worktops.
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Sydney Project
Sydney Project
David Campbell Building Pty LtdDavid Campbell Building Pty Ltd
Photos by John Paul Urizar
Photo of a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, engineered stone countertops, metro tiled splashback and brown floors.
Textural Organic in Carmichael
Textural Organic in Carmichael
Stephanie Russo PhotographyStephanie Russo Photography
This is an example of a large traditional kitchen in Sacramento with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, brown splashback, matchstick tiled splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and brown worktops.
Singapore Mini Residence
Singapore Mini Residence
JLP Design East coastJLP Design East coast
This is an example of a traditional kitchen in Singapore with a belfast sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, window splashback, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Kitchen Remodel - Annandale, VA
Kitchen Remodel - Annandale, VA
Case Architects & RemodelersCase Architects & Remodelers
Designer Elena Eskandari http://www.houzz.com/pro/eeskandari/elena-eskandari-case-design-remodeling-inc Photography by Stacy Zarin Goldberg
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Transitional Kitchen
Transitional Kitchen
This is an example of a medium sized traditional galley kitchen/diner in New York with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, medium hardwood flooring, no island, composite countertops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink and grey worktops.
Brownstone - Cobble Hill Brooklyn
Brownstone - Cobble Hill Brooklyn
Doreen Chambers Interiors, Inc.Doreen Chambers Interiors, Inc.
Fully renovated large luxury kitchen with custom classic white cabinetry; marble topped island and backsplash Photography Tria giovan
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in New York with white cabinets, marble worktops, an island, a belfast sink, glass-front cabinets and medium hardwood flooring.
Wallingford Whole House Remodel
Wallingford Whole House Remodel
H2D Architecture + DesignH2D Architecture + Design
Design: H2D Architecture + Design www.h2darchitects.com Build: Crescent Builds Photos: Rafael Soldi
Photo of a small classic l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and white worktops.
Гостиная под готовой крышей
Гостиная под готовой крышей
ARTUP BUREAUARTUP BUREAU
This is an example of a traditional l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Moscow with a built-in sink, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, beige floors, black worktops, raised-panel cabinets and no island.
Raleigh Transitional
Raleigh Transitional
Clearcut Construction, Inc.Clearcut Construction, Inc.
This project consisted of stripping everything to the studs and removing walls on half of the first floor and replacing with custom finishes creating an open concept with zoned living areas.
Scandinavian Farmhouse
Scandinavian Farmhouse
IntrospecsIntrospecs
Caleb Vandermeer Photography
This is an example of a large classic grey and white u-shaped kitchen/diner in Portland with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
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Zebrawood - Transitional - Pastore™ Kitchen Island Top
Zebrawood - Transitional - Pastore™ Kitchen Island Top
Grothouse Wood CountertopsGrothouse Wood Countertops
Countertop Wood: Zebrawood Construction Style: Flat Grain Countertop Thickness: 1 3/4" Size: 49" x 37 1/4" mitered to 49" x 96 3/4" mitered to 49" x 37 1/4" Countertop Edge Profile: 1/8” Roundover on the top horizontal edges, bottom horizontal edges, and vertical corners Wood Countertop Finish: Durata® Waterproof Permanent Finish in Satin sheen Wood Stain: Natural Wood – No Stain Designer: Karen Kassen, CMKBD, ASID, of Kitchens Unlimited Job: 13823 Countertop Options: Integrated multi-outlet plug strip under the counter overhang Complimentary Countertops: Polished Marble Grothouse also crafted a matching flat grain Zebrawood counter for the Butler’s pantry.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Amy Kartheiser DesignAmy Kartheiser Design
Photo of a large classic l-shaped kitchen in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island, integrated appliances and a single-bowl sink.
Treseder at Little Cottonwood
Treseder at Little Cottonwood
Garbett HomesGarbett Homes
This is an example of a medium sized classic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Salt Lake City with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, a submerged sink, engineered stone countertops, ceramic splashback and dark hardwood flooring.
Fryman Canyon, New Construction
Fryman Canyon, New Construction
Dana Benson ConstructionDana Benson Construction
Collaboration with Bryan Wark Designs Photography by Bethany Nauert
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in Los Angeles with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.

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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Ancient Modern
Ancient Modern
Jackson & LeRoyJackson & LeRoy
Joshua Caldwell Photography
This is an example of a traditional galley kitchen in Salt Lake City with a belfast sink, blue cabinets, light hardwood flooring and no island.
Chestnut Lane West
Chestnut Lane West
Samantha S. PappasSamantha S. Pappas
This is an example of a medium sized traditional l-shaped kitchen in Portland Maine with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
Hempstead Agoura Hills Remodel
Hempstead Agoura Hills Remodel
Holly Viane Interiors, LLCHolly Viane Interiors, LLC
emmy sander photography
Photo of a medium sized classic l-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
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