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Family Residence
Oliver BurnsOliver Burns
The kitchen presents handmade cabinetry in a sophisticated palette of Zoffany silver and soft white Corian surfaces which reflect light streaming in through the French doors.
Charleston Charmer
Charleston Charmer
Gaylord Design LLCGaylord Design LLC
Photographer: Matt Bolt. Historic home in downtown Charleston with beautiful courtyard. Original kitchen was cramped and included the washer and dryer. Non-functional for cooking and traveling within the footprint. No place available for sitting and enjoying the beautiful courtyard. We created a comfortable window seat and a breakfast bar. For keys and books, a custom console was designed and built to accommodate a very narrow depth space.
Highland Ave
Highland Ave
Factor Design BuildFactor Design Build
Photo of a classic grey and white kitchen in Denver with an island, a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood flooring.
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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.
Highland Park
Highland Park
Joey Leicht Design Inc.Joey Leicht Design Inc.
Photo © Wittefini
Medium sized traditional grey and white l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, an island, granite worktops, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Farmhouse Chic - Steveston Townhouse
Farmhouse Chic - Steveston Townhouse
The Spotted Frog DesignsThe Spotted Frog Designs
Photo of a traditional grey and white u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Vancouver with a double-bowl sink, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and no island.
New Traditionalist Cottage, Kitchen Design
New Traditionalist Cottage, Kitchen Design
UserUser
As is the case with many older homes, the layout of this kitchen was slightly awkward. The Panageries team began this project by completely gutting the kitchen and reworking the entire layout. Stainless steel, Wolfe & Subzero appliances are situated to one side of the room, creating a much more practical space that is easy to maneuver when preparing meals. We blended a light gray, Luce Di Luna quartzite countertop and Walker Zanger white, beveled subway tile backsplash with dark, charcoal cabinetry. The full inset doors and drawers feature polished nickel bin pulls and cut glass knobs. The small, upper doors sport restoration glass. Photography by Fish Eye Studios
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Glenwick Kitchen and Master Bath
Glenwick Kitchen and Master Bath
Alair Homes PlanoAlair Homes Plano
We turned this once drab monotone kitchen into a bright modern kitchen with a creative twist. The homeowners wanted to maintain the same footprint but use all new finishes, as well as adding a "wow" factor. New white shaker style cabinets brighten up this kitchen, as well as the bath. Ship-lap inspired custom doors were created for the island. Quartzmaster white countertops were installed throughout the kitchen with an Antique Moss Rain glass 3"x12" backsplash tile, which pulled the whole room together with the contrasting Cityscape (SW 7067) gray walls. The chiseled front farmhouse sink added a cool unique element to this modern kitchen. Design by Hatfield Builders & Remodelers | Photography by Versatile Imaging
2017 Kitchen & Bath Photo Shoot for Premier Surfaces and Loudermilk Homes
2017 Kitchen & Bath Photo Shoot for Premier Surfaces and Loudermilk Homes
David Cannon PhotographyDavid Cannon Photography
Traditional grey and white u-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Kitchen Fun with Storm Gray
Kitchen Fun with Storm Gray
Dura Supreme CabinetryDura Supreme Cabinetry
This gray and transitional kitchen remodel bridges the gap between contemporary style and traditional style. The dark gray cabinetry, light gray walls, and white subway tile backsplash make for a beautiful, neutral canvas for the bold teal blue and yellow décor accented throughout the design. Designer Gwen Adair of Cabinet Supreme by Adair did a fabulous job at using grays to create a neutral backdrop to bring out the bright, vibrant colors that the homeowners love so much. This Milwaukee, WI kitchen is the perfect example of Dura Supreme's recent launch of gray paint finishes, it has been interesting to see these new cabinetry colors suddenly flowing across our manufacturing floor, destined for homes around the country. We've already seen an enthusiastic acceptance of these new colors as homeowners started immediately selecting our various shades of gray paints, like this example of “Storm Gray”, for their new homes and remodeling projects! Dura Supreme’s “Storm Gray” is the darkest of our new gray painted finishes (although our current “Graphite” paint finish is a charcoal gray that is almost black). For those that like the popular contrast between light and dark finishes, Storm Gray pairs beautifully with lighter painted and stained finishes. Request a FREE Dura Supreme Brochure Packet: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure
Kitchen Portfolio
Kitchen Portfolio
Ulrich IncUlrich Inc
Ulrich Desginer: Don DiNovi, CKD Photography by Peter Rymwid This lovely new kitchen incorporates defined work areas to accommodate the multi-tasking activities of a busy family. Four work stations fit and function easily and beautifully in a tidy 300 SF space: (1) cooking, including separate gas and electric cooking surfaces; (2) prep/cleaning, on the island; and (3) food storage, in the cherry wood armoire concealing both refrigerator and pantry. (4) is the area between the food storage and double ovens (around the corner from the formal serving hutch) and is devoted to baking.
Oak Park Kitchen by TZS Design
Oak Park Kitchen by TZS Design
Marcel Page PhotographyMarcel Page Photography
Marcel Page Photography Design by TZS Design
This is an example of a classic grey and white kitchen in Chicago with metro tiled splashback and quartz worktops.
Meriden Residence
Meriden Residence
Studio SteinbomerStudio Steinbomer
Kitchen after the renovation. Construction by RisherMartin Fine Homes Interior Design by Alison Mountain Interior Design Landscape by David Wilson Garden Design Photography by Andrea Calo
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Craftsman Kitchen
Craftsman Kitchen
UserUser
Detail of the kitchen showing the kitchen island pendant light and grey washed wooden counter stools. Photo: Suzanna Scott Photography
Photo of a large classic grey and white kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and beige worktops.
Ocean Dunes
Ocean Dunes
Richard Moody & Sons Construction LLCRichard Moody & Sons Construction LLC
Design ideas for a traditional grey and white single-wall open plan kitchen in Portland Maine with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and granite worktops.
3008 Blackstone Drive- Street of Dreams Home 2016
3008 Blackstone Drive- Street of Dreams Home 2016
Authentic Custom HomesAuthentic Custom Homes
This is an example of a medium sized traditional grey and white galley open plan kitchen in Oklahoma City with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, marble worktops, stone tiled splashback and beige floors.
A Kitchen in the Kenilworth
A Kitchen in the Kenilworth
Un-Gyve Limited GroupUn-Gyve Limited Group
Location photography Copyright © 2014 Brett Beyer Photography
Photo of a traditional grey and white u-shaped kitchen in Boston with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback and a breakfast bar.

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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White & Grey!
White & Grey!
PKsurroundingsPKsurroundings
The classic white and gray kitchen offers the chef top of the line appliances, ample work space and serious storage! photo by Rob Karosis Collaboration team: CJ Architects; Chinburg Builders and Jon Emond Designs
Contemporary and transitional kitchens
Contemporary and transitional kitchens
Strathmore Floors-Design-CabinetsStrathmore Floors-Design-Cabinets
CHD Magazine
This is an example of a traditional grey and white open plan kitchen in Charleston with open cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, marble worktops, white splashback and wood splashback.
The New Traditional
The New Traditional
Kitchens by EileenKitchens by Eileen
Donovan Roberts Witmer
Inspiration for a traditional grey and white l-shaped kitchen in Philadelphia with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback and stainless steel appliances.
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