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Liberty
Liberty
Red Dot StudioRed Dot Studio
Joseph Schell
Large traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, quartz worktops and ceramic splashback.
Palo Alto Residence
Palo Alto Residence
Coddington DesignCoddington Design
This kitchen remodel features hand-cast cabinet hardware, custom backsplash tile and beautiful island pendants. Photo: Matthew Millman
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with integrated appliances, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, quartz worktops, stone tiled splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Woodchuck Kitchen Renovation
Woodchuck Kitchen Renovation
Terracotta Design BuildTerracotta Design Build
Jeff Herr
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional galley enclosed kitchen in Atlanta with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, granite worktops, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
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Cole Street
Cole Street
Rossington ArchitectureRossington Architecture
Photo: Reflex Imaging
Photo of a traditional kitchen in San Francisco with marble worktops and marble splashback.
Traditional Twist Kitchen
Traditional Twist Kitchen
Kitchen Distributors, Inc-ArkansasKitchen Distributors, Inc-Arkansas
Photo of a traditional u-shaped kitchen in Other with raised-panel cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic flooring, an island, beige cabinets and integrated appliances.
Dobbs Ferry Classical Conservatory
Dobbs Ferry Classical Conservatory
Michael Lewis Architects PCMichael Lewis Architects PC
Inspiration for a medium sized classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, an island, white worktops, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Chevy Chase, MD Contemporary 3-story Addition
Chevy Chase, MD Contemporary 3-story Addition
FineCraft Contractors, Inc.FineCraft Contractors, Inc.
FineCraft Contractors, Inc. Soleimani Photography
Design ideas for a large traditional kitchen in DC Metro with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and grey worktops.
Fernwood Heritage Renovation
Fernwood Heritage Renovation
Horizon Pacific ContractingHorizon Pacific Contracting
Joshua Lawrence Studios
Large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops, integrated appliances, a submerged sink and engineered stone countertops.
Excelsior Cottage
Excelsior Cottage
Charlie & Co. Design, LtdCharlie & Co. Design, Ltd
Spacecrafting
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, blue cabinets, metro tiled splashback and light hardwood flooring.
79th Street Apartment
79th Street Apartment
UserUser
Photo by Tria Giovan
Photo of a classic kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate flooring and an island.
San Anselmo Residence
San Anselmo Residence
Kimberly Rider InteriorsKimberly Rider Interiors
Lynn Bagley
Design ideas for a large classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, multi-coloured splashback, integrated appliances, slate flooring and an island.
Noriega Avenue Home Staging
Noriega Avenue Home Staging
Erika LamErika Lam
Photo of a classic single-wall kitchen/diner in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Sohier Kitchen
Sohier Kitchen
Kitchen & Bath DetailsKitchen & Bath Details
Matt Francis Photos
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, integrated appliances, an island, white worktops, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Ashbury Heights Residence
Ashbury Heights Residence
Gast ArchitectsGast Architects
Mariko Reed
Design ideas for a traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Carroll St/ Carroll Gardens
Carroll St/ Carroll Gardens
ASG Construction GroupASG Construction Group
Design ideas for a small traditional u-shaped kitchen in New York with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.
Crisp Architects
Crisp Architects
Crisp ArchitectsCrisp Architects
Small Home. Ktchen. - Photographer: Rob Karosis
Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink and granite worktops.
Tudor Manor House Project
Tudor Manor House Project
Humphrey MunsonHumphrey Munson
We worked with the clients on this grade II listed Tudor Manor house project to create a huge open plan kitchen and dining area as well as a second apartment kitchen in a separate wing. and designed, manufactured and installed cabinetry for other rooms including the study, master bathroom and dressing rooms. For us, this project is the epitome of classic English design. Originally four smaller rooms, we worked with the clients and the architectural team to re-configure the space to comprise this large open plan kitchen with space for a large 10 seater dining table and soft seating area. The Longford cabinetry doors in this kitchen really suit the traditional English look and feel of the property while the Portobello dark oak finish on the island and cabinetry interiors quietly reflects the heritage of this historic home and works perfectly with the neutral colour palette from the bespoke H|M paint atelier. Photo credit: Paul Craig
Dallas, Texas | Stonegate - Elite Berlin Kitchen
Dallas, Texas | Stonegate - Elite Berlin Kitchen
Brightland HomesBrightland Homes
This is an example of a large traditional grey and white l-shaped kitchen in Dallas with white cabinets, granite worktops, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island, shaker cabinets, grey splashback, grey floors and black worktops.
Pickwick Rd., Newton MA
Pickwick Rd., Newton MA
Peter Sachs ArchitectPeter Sachs Architect
This is an example of a traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Boston with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

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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Charleston Home + Design Magazine Best of Winter 2017
Charleston Home + Design Magazine Best of Winter 2017
Charleston Home + Design MagCharleston Home + Design Mag
Patrick Brickman & Colin Voigt
Photo of a traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Charleston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, a built-in sink and marble worktops.
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