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Traditional Cottage
Traditional Cottage
Vanguard Studio Inc.Vanguard Studio Inc.
Fine Focus Photography
This is an example of a classic u-shaped kitchen in Austin with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, wood worktops and brown floors.
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Архитектурная студия «BAZHENOV Art-studio»Архитектурная студия «BAZHENOV Art-studio»
Traditional kitchen in Moscow.
A Mod Transformation in Tangerine
A Mod Transformation in Tangerine
Last Detail Interior DesignLast Detail Interior Design
The kitchen needed to be lightened and brightened. Out with the dark mid-toned brown wood cabinets and in with freshly painted white cabinets. I transformed the counter area by having an all neutral backsplash for a clean and revived base. I added modern pendant lighting over the island and light wooden Hickory stools decorated with orange accents which gave it a fresh updated look. The owner is a lover of nature and animals, so I wanted to create a casual dining area with a modern twist especially since the space looks out onto the beautifully landscaped backyard. It was a natural choice for the owner to select art featuring two large aviaries filled with a colorful palette of birds, as she has a parrot of her own. Placing an elliptical Julian Chichester table and bright orange Design Within Reach chairs with a whimsical chandelier and vibrant patterned drapes gave the dining area a cheerfully updated look without spending a fortune.
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Greener Pastures
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Home Design & Decor MagazineHome Design & Decor Magazine
Photographer- Dustin Peck http://www.houzz.com/pro/dpphoto/dustinpeckphotographyinc Designer- Traci Zeller http://www.houzz.com/pro/tracizeller/traci-zeller-designs Oct/Nov 2016 Greener Pastures http://www.urbanhomemagazine.com/feature/1427
Kitchen
Kitchen
Elizabeth ReichElizabeth Reich
Grey cabinets, wenge wood island top, faux metal hood by Kelly Walker of Baltimore Art Star Photography by Jamie Sentz Contractors Smart Homes Services Pete Dallam custom Island
Grand Kenyon/Bradstreet Tudor
Grand Kenyon/Bradstreet Tudor
Bruce Birkeland Group / Coldwell Banker BurnetBruce Birkeland Group / Coldwell Banker Burnet
Kitchen | Landmark Photography
Design ideas for a large classic kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Gosling Kitchen
Gosling Kitchen
Paragon KitchensParagon Kitchens
Warm, transitional kitchen with clever storage features. The complete look of this large kitchen is nothing but perfect! Each drawer, cupboard, appliance, and decor is placed in such a way that is function and design worthy.
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Kitchen
Kitchen
EuroCraft Interiors Custom CabinetryEuroCraft Interiors Custom Cabinetry
This entertainment focused kitchen features a combination of white painted cabinetry and stained mahogany inset doors. Photography by Beth Singer
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in Detroit with raised-panel cabinets, granite worktops and stainless steel appliances.
Sudlow 2
Sudlow 2
Sheerin BespokeSheerin Bespoke
The “Industrial shaker” – notice the bare red Cheshire brick feature wall – A classic shaker style kitchen in modern deep grey with grey slate floor, and hardwearing white quartz worktops around the cooking area and a rich luxurious solid oak island worktop – see how the furniture perfectly sits underneath the oak beam to the ceiling – a classic and instant hallmark of bespoke manufacture and installation - notice the modern way of cooking with cutting-edge multi-function ovens set at eye level for ease of use, the wide seamless induction hob set in a break-fronted worktop run for deeper worksurface where its needed most, and “WOW” glass extractor hood, framed by classic glazed wall units for glasses and cups/plates. Note the bifold dresser hiding the small appliances (Mixer/blender/toaster) merging into the tall larder and huge side by side fridge and freezer. Again the sink is on the island but inset into the beautiful solid oak oiled worktop. With contemporary chrome rinse monobloc tap. The island feature side has a wine cooler, and a breakfast bar conveniently located to grab that next glass of wine!. Simple chrome cup and ball handles finish off that industrial modern look. Photographer - Peter Corcoran
Past Meets Present at 2017 Pasadena Showcase House
Past Meets Present at 2017 Pasadena Showcase House
Carolyn ReyesCarolyn Reyes
Photo: Carolyn Reyes © 2017 Houzz
Traditional enclosed kitchen in Los Angeles with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, medium wood cabinets, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island and beige floors.
Marin Custom Home
Marin Custom Home
Kelly Hohla InteriorsKelly Hohla Interiors
Photography by John Merkl
This is an example of a large classic galley open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, shaker cabinets, beige floors, composite countertops and black worktops.
Traditional Kitchen
Traditional Kitchen
Inspiration for a classic kitchen/diner in Nashville.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Hendel HomesHendel Homes
Classic Lakeshore Lifestyle
Traditional kitchen in Minneapolis with a belfast sink and wood worktops.
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Kitchen
Stonewood, LLCStonewood, LLC
This is an example of a classic kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with white cabinets.
Duplex en el Sardinero. Santander.
Duplex en el Sardinero. Santander.
David MonteroDavid Montero
David Montero para Estudio90©
This is an example of a medium sized traditional galley enclosed kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, mirror splashback and no island.
Los Altos Kitchen
Los Altos Kitchen
Marble City CompanyMarble City Company
Photo of a medium sized classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, raised-panel cabinets, granite worktops, ceramic splashback, an island, ceramic flooring and beige floors.
Blue Kitchen
Blue Kitchen
SpaceCraft ArchitectureSpaceCraft Architecture
Michael Lee Photography
This is an example of a large classic single-wall kitchen/diner in Boston with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium 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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Photo of a traditional kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and beige splashback.
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Photo of a traditional galley kitchen in Dallas with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, blue splashback, matchstick tiled splashback, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
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