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Emily Minton Redfield Michael Siller Interior Designer John Ike, AIA Architect Hann Builders Custom Home Builder
Design ideas for a large classic u-shaped kitchen in Houston with stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, porcelain flooring, an island and grey floors.
Old Mission penninsula
Old Mission penninsula
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Transitional/traditional design. Hand scraped wood flooring, wolf & sub zero appliances. Antique mirrored tile, Custom cabinetry
Expansive traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, white cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, recessed-panel cabinets, brown floors and beige worktops.
Surrey Country Classic Bespoke Kitchen
Surrey Country Classic Bespoke Kitchen
Thomas Davies KitchensThomas Davies Kitchens
Anita Fraser
Large classic open plan kitchen in London with shaker cabinets and an island.
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Transitional Kitchen
Transitional Kitchen
Photo of a classic galley kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Pass Through Provides Natural Light Into the Kitchen
Pass Through Provides Natural Light Into the Kitchen
Denise Quade DesignDenise Quade Design
This large pass through into the kitchen from the living room not only provides a spot for natural light to filter in but it also provides a chance for whom ever is in the kitchen to be included in what is going on in the living room. The central kitchen is the hub of activity. White casework pairs perfectly with the light grey wall paint and the dark wood floors. Photos by Erica Weaver
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Vincent Ivicevic Designer The Kitchen Lady www.the-kitchen-lady.com
Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with an island.
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Horgan Millwork, Inc.Horgan Millwork, Inc.
Design ideas for a traditional open plan kitchen in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
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NewStyle CommunitiesNewStyle Communities
Design ideas for a medium sized classic galley open plan kitchen in San Diego with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Granite Bay residence
Granite Bay residence
Natalie Bachli Interior DesignNatalie Bachli Interior Design
Kat Alves Photography
Photo of a large classic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sacramento with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Transitional in Bonita Bay
Transitional in Bonita Bay
Harwick HomesHarwick Homes
Amber Frederiksen Photography
Medium sized classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Great Neighborhood Homes
Great Neighborhood Homes
Great Neighborhood HomesGreat Neighborhood Homes
Photography by VHT
Design ideas for a traditional open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with a submerged sink and white worktops.
Lake Mendota Retreat
Lake Mendota Retreat
Robbins ArchitectureRobbins Architecture
Steve Hall @Hall+Merrick Photography An open Great Room for this family's casual lakefront lifestyle.
Photo of a classic galley kitchen in Chicago with dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Rénovation cuisine Oullins Noce Canaletto
Rénovation cuisine Oullins Noce Canaletto
Les cuisines d'ArnoLes cuisines d'Arno
Lotfi Dakhli
Inspiration for a medium sized classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Lyon with a submerged sink, composite countertops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island, beige floors and black worktops.
KITCHEN
KITCHEN
Sheila Rich Interiors, LLCSheila Rich Interiors, LLC
The open kitchen and family room coordinate in colors and performance fabrics; the vertical striped chair backs are echoed in sofa throw pillows. The antique brass chandelier adds warmth and history. The island has a double custom edge countertop providing a unique feature to the island, adding to its importance. The breakfast nook with custom banquette has coordinated performance fabrics. Photography: Lauren Hagerstrom
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Nataly KomovaNataly Komova
Classic galley open plan kitchen in Moscow with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.
Cozy Spaces! ~ AlliKristé Custom Cabinetry and Kitchen Design
Cozy Spaces! ~ AlliKristé Custom Cabinetry and Kitchen Design
AlliKristé Custom Cabinetry and Kitchen DesignAlliKristé Custom Cabinetry and Kitchen Design
Beautiful, cozy spaces! By AlliKristé Custom Cabinetry and Kitchen Design
This is an example of a traditional l-shaped kitchen in Tampa with recessed-panel cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Ladera Ranch
Ladera Ranch
Preferred Kitchen & BathPreferred Kitchen & Bath
Photo of a large classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Orange County with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Old Greenwich Waterfront
Old Greenwich Waterfront
In Two DesignIn Two Design
Fine Photography by Stephanie
Classic open plan kitchen in New York with dark hardwood flooring, brown floors, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Manderfield
Manderfield
Architectural Alliance LLCArchitectural Alliance LLC
This is an example of a medium sized classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Albuquerque with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, light 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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This is an example of a medium sized traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Sacramento with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, stone slab splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
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