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Irvine 2
Pacific Coast Builders, Inc.Pacific Coast Builders, Inc.
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and grey worktops.
Walker Kitchen in Savannah GA fabricated with Cambria Swanbridge Quartz
Walker Kitchen in Savannah GA fabricated with Cambria Swanbridge Quartz
Counterparts, Inc.Counterparts, Inc.
This beautiful kitchen has countertops fabricated in Cambria Swanbridge Quartz. The cabinets were designed and installed by Jamestown Designer Kitchens. The countertops were fabricated and installed by Counterparts, Inc. The design was by Van Tyson Custom Home Builders. The kitchen photographs were taken by Amy Greene.
Diamond Cabinets: Drop Zone Cabinet
Diamond Cabinets: Drop Zone Cabinet
MasterBrand CabinetsMasterBrand Cabinets
Design ideas for a classic l-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with medium hardwood flooring, white worktops, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets and white splashback.
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Ridgecrest - Contemporary Craftsman
Ridgecrest - Contemporary Craftsman
Visbeen ArchitectsVisbeen Architects
As a cottage, the Ridgecrest was designed to take full advantage of a property rich in natural beauty. Each of the main houses three bedrooms, and all of the entertaining spaces, have large rear facing windows with thick craftsman style casing. A glance at the front motor court reveals a guesthouse above a three-stall garage. Complete with separate entrance, the guesthouse features its own bathroom, kitchen, laundry, living room and bedroom. The columned entry porch of the main house is centered on the floor plan, but is tucked under the left side of the homes large transverse gable. Centered under this gable is a grand staircase connecting the foyer to the lower level corridor. Directly to the rear of the foyer is the living room. With tall windows and a vaulted ceiling. The living rooms stone fireplace has flanking cabinets that anchor an axis that runs through the living and dinning room, ending at the side patio. A large island anchors the open concept kitchen and dining space. On the opposite side of the main level is a private master suite, complete with spacious dressing room and double vanity master bathroom. Buffering the living room from the master bedroom, with a large built-in feature wall, is a private study. Downstairs, rooms are organized off of a linear corridor with one end being terminated by a shared bathroom for the two lower bedrooms and large entertainment spaces. Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography Builder: Douglas Sumner Builder, Inc. Interior Design: Vision Interiors by Visbeen
Chefs Kitchen
Chefs Kitchen
NOTION, LLCNOTION, LLC
Photo of a classic l-shaped kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Sampling of BOWA Kitchen Projects
Sampling of BOWA Kitchen Projects
BOWABOWA
Bob Narod Photography
This is an example of a traditional kitchen in DC Metro with a submerged sink, glass-front cabinets, beige cabinets, beige splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood flooring and multiple islands.
Hand Carved Kitchen
Hand Carved Kitchen
WL Kitchen & HomeWL Kitchen & Home
Inspiration for an expansive classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in New York with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite worktops, an island, stainless steel appliances, beige floors, grey worktops, a belfast sink, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback and ceramic flooring.
Columbia Kitchen Remodel
Columbia Kitchen Remodel
LGB InteriorsLGB Interiors
Classic kitchen in Other with beige cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and marble worktops.
Childhood Home Transformation
Childhood Home Transformation
Sneller Custom Homes and Remodeling, LLCSneller Custom Homes and Remodeling, LLC
This is an example of a classic kitchen in Houston with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and grey worktops.
Mecox Bay - Lands End
Mecox Bay - Lands End
Mark C. Matthews Architecture, PCMark C. Matthews Architecture, PC
Randall Perry Photography
Photo of a classic kitchen/diner in New York with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and composite countertops.
OL+ Kitchens | view full project: Maple Cottage by the Sea
OL+ Kitchens | view full project: Maple Cottage by the Sea
OLSON LEWIS + ArchitectsOLSON LEWIS + Architects
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in Manchester with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and grey worktops.
Normandy Rd Kitchen & Dining
Normandy Rd Kitchen & Dining
Ashley DeLapp Interior DesignAshley DeLapp Interior Design
erica mark photography
Traditional kitchen in Charlotte with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Boulder Traditional Custom Kitchen
Boulder Traditional Custom Kitchen
Beautiful Habitat: Design & DecorationBeautiful Habitat: Design & Decoration
Two-tone cabinets, combining a cream paint with silver glaze and walnut. Built-in refrigerator and freezer hidden behind the wall of custom walnut cabinets. Two islands Custom wood hood Island lighting
Simple Elegance
Simple Elegance
Glen Alspaugh Kitchens and BathsGlen Alspaugh Kitchens and Baths
Alise O'Brien Photography
Photo of a traditional kitchen in St Louis.
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.
2015 street of dreams
2015 street of dreams
Legacy BuiltLegacy Built
Photo of a classic kitchen in Portland with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and white cabinets.
Historic Downtown
Historic Downtown
Haute Design, Inc.Haute Design, Inc.
Inspiration for a classic kitchen in Charleston with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, white splashback, marble worktops, stone slab splashback and dark hardwood flooring.
Flower Mound Kitchen Refresh
Flower Mound Kitchen Refresh
NOMI - Luxury Bathroom RemodelNOMI - Luxury Bathroom Remodel
Stunning kitchen refresh in a luxurious neighborhood in Flower Mound. This beautiful kitchen needed a touch-up. This formerly dark kitchen that used to provide a cramped feeling to everyone who set in there got a massive transformation with a fresh coat of paint. Using professionals to meet the quality you are aiming to achieve is a MUST in those type of projects.
Charleston Brick Estate Kitchens
Charleston Brick Estate Kitchens
Phillip Smith General Contractor, LLCPhillip Smith General Contractor, LLC
Photo by: Julia Lynn Photography
Inspiration for a traditional kitchen in Charleston with a belfast sink, glass-front cabinets, beige cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tiled splashback 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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Harvey Jones Kitchen Design Portfolio
Harvey Jones Kitchen Design Portfolio
Harvey Jones KitchensHarvey Jones Kitchens
Large traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, a breakfast bar, grey floors, marble splashback and stainless steel appliances.
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