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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.
East Coast Style Refresh
East Coast Style Refresh
J. W. McCarter & AssociatesJ. W. McCarter & Associates
Multiple cream and white paint tones create a neutral background against the stunning Sea Pearl Quartzite countertops. Polished nickel hardware and plumbing fixtures add a little sparkle to the space. Artistic tile mosaic tile was used for the backsplash inset. Mixed paneled and stainless steel appliances complement the space.
Modern Craftsman Home
Modern Craftsman Home
BRANTDANIEL Design + InteriorsBRANTDANIEL Design + Interiors
Photo of a traditional kitchen in Grand Rapids with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and grey worktops.
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Buckhead Townhouse
Buckhead Townhouse
C Weaks InteriorsC Weaks Interiors
C. Weaks Interiors is a premier interior design firm with offices in Atlanta. Our reputation reflects a level of attention and service designed to make decorating your home as enjoyable as living in it.
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.
Albion Way Boulder
Albion Way Boulder
Bronwyn Fargo Home Design and Consulting LLCBronwyn Fargo Home Design and Consulting LLC
HBK Photography 10" European oak engineered wood flooring Rift sawn white oak island
Design ideas for a medium sized classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige cabinets, metro tiled splashback, integrated appliances and grey worktops.
Silverleaf Residence, North Scottsdale, Arizona
Silverleaf Residence, North Scottsdale, Arizona
Wiseman & Gale InteriorsWiseman & Gale Interiors
Designer: Jamie Hedstrom Photographer: Laura Moss
Inspiration for a traditional kitchen in Phoenix with beige cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Sandy Springs Modern Prairie
Sandy Springs Modern Prairie
AG & Associates, Inc.AG & Associates, Inc.
Large classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, medium hardwood flooring, a double-bowl sink, brown floors and white worktops.
Eye Candy on Alma
Eye Candy on Alma
Beyond Beige Interior Design Inc.Beyond Beige Interior Design Inc.
Beyond Beige Interior Design | www.beyondbeige.com | Ph: 604-876-3800 | Photography By Provoke Studios | Furniture Purchased From The Living Lab Furniture Co
Biemans Residence
Biemans Residence
Superior Cabinets - Kevin Worman DesignsSuperior Cabinets - Kevin Worman Designs
Photo of a traditional u-shaped kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and black worktops.
Projects With Shaddle Construction Inc.
Projects With Shaddle Construction Inc.
Kizanis CabinetsKizanis Cabinets
Shaddle Construction Inc.
Traditional kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, marble splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Heavenly Hanover Design
Heavenly Hanover Design
Urban Design InteriorsUrban Design Interiors
I just love this cool blue design. New furnishings in the great room with a touch of color window treatments complete this elegant space. The kitchen also features new window treatment which add a punch of color and dimension to this stunning space. The den features a fun whimsical design with its reupholstered furniture, draperies and area rug with a embroidered stripe design.
Kitchens By MW Construction
Kitchens By MW Construction
Felicia Evans PhotographyFelicia Evans Photography
Design ideas for a traditional u-shaped kitchen in DC Metro with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and orange floors.
Sandy Springs Estate
Sandy Springs Estate
Leah Atkins Design, LLCLeah Atkins Design, LLC
Traditional open plan kitchen in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and grey worktops.
Gerrards Cross
Gerrards Cross
Anthony Mullan furnitureAnthony Mullan furniture
Design ideas for a classic kitchen/diner in Berkshire with a belfast sink, glass-front cabinets, beige cabinets, black appliances, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
Maple Grove Kitchen Refresh
Maple Grove Kitchen Refresh
construction2style LLCconstruction2style LLC
Chelsie Lopez
Medium sized classic kitchen in Minneapolis with white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, an island, a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, brown floors and black worktops.
East Coast Inspiration in Alamo
East Coast Inspiration in Alamo
Branagh DevelopmentBranagh Development
This is a traditional kitchen with a touch of farmhouse accents.
Design ideas for a large classic kitchen in San Francisco with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, composite countertops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, an island, beige cabinets, brown floors, brown worktops, integrated appliances and dark hardwood flooring.
Fernside
Fernside
Feather & Lawry Design Pty LtdFeather & Lawry Design Pty Ltd
Curly Shot Photography
Classic kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and black worktops.
Witherspoon Beauty
Witherspoon Beauty
Castle HomesCastle Homes
Reed Brown Photography
Photo of a classic kitchen/diner in Nashville with white splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island, a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and beige worktops.

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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Dixie Pkwy Kitchen
Dixie Pkwy Kitchen
I & I Homes, Home Staging and RedesignI & I Homes, Home Staging and Redesign
This is an example of a classic kitchen in Orlando with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, brown splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops and marble worktops.
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