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Traditional Kitchen with Exposed Beams Ideas and Designs

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Fieldstone Cabinetry Arden, North Carolina
Fieldstone Cabinetry Arden, North Carolina
Kitchens of the SouthKitchens of the South
This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Charlotte with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, black worktops and exposed beams.
Boulder Kitchen Remodel
Boulder Kitchen Remodel
D2D Studio, Inc.D2D Studio, Inc.
Boulder kitchen remodel for a family with differing tastes. He prefers craftsman, she prefers contemporary and mid century. They both love the result!
Fernie Modern Timberframe
Fernie Modern Timberframe
Knight Custom HomesKnight Custom Homes
This beautiful home is used regularly by our Calgary clients during the weekends in the resort town of Fernie, B.C. While the floor plan offered ample space to entertain and relax, the finishes needed updating desperately. The original kitchen felt too small for the space which features stunning vaults and timber frame beams. With a complete overhaul, the newly redesigned space now gives justice to the impressive architecture. A combination of rustic and industrial selections have given this home a brand new vibe, and now this modern cabin is a showstopper once again! Design: Susan DeRidder of Live Well Interiors Inc. Photography: Rebecca Frick Photography
GRANT PARK GUT
GRANT PARK GUT
WYNTER HOUSE DESIGNS | Whitney JonesWYNTER HOUSE DESIGNS | Whitney Jones
©Jeff Herr Photography, Inc.
Classic kitchen/diner in Atlanta with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, brown floors, white worktops, engineered stone countertops, medium hardwood flooring and exposed beams.
Transitional Kitchen Featuring Bevolo's French Quarter Yoke Lanterns
Transitional Kitchen Featuring Bevolo's French Quarter Yoke Lanterns
BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTSBEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS
The French Quarter® Yoke makes hanging a gas light safe and beautiful. Over the years, this design has become one of our most popular. This bracket incorporates an extra level of symmetry to our original French Quarter® Lantern. The yoke bracket is also available with a ladder rack. The Original French Quarter® Light on a Yoke is available in natural gas, liquid propane and electric. Standard Lantern Sizes Height Width Depth 14.0" 9.25" 9.25" 18.0" 10.5" 10.5" 21.0" 11.5" 11.5" 24.0" 13.25" 13.25" 27.0" 14.5" 14.5" *30.0" 17.25" 17.25" *36.0" 21.25" 21.25" *Oversized lights are not returnable.
Wellington
Wellington
Clearcut Construction, Inc.Clearcut Construction, Inc.
Large traditional galley open plan kitchen in Raleigh with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz worktops, green splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and exposed beams.
Tour of Homes / HBA Home
Tour of Homes / HBA Home
Wind River HomesWind River Homes
Inspiration for a traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Portland with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, black worktops, exposed beams and a vaulted ceiling.
Reclaimed Character | Renovation
Reclaimed Character | Renovation
My House Design/Build/TeamMy House Design/Build/Team
Photo of a classic u-shaped kitchen in Vancouver with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, grey worktops, exposed beams and a vaulted ceiling.
Joshua Tree
Joshua Tree
Iconic by Kaitlyn WolfeIconic by Kaitlyn Wolfe
Classic l-shaped kitchen in Phoenix with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and exposed beams.
Laurelhurst Storybook Residence
Laurelhurst Storybook Residence
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
Details like the dainty backsplash, rounded oven hood, suspended lanterns, and royal blue oven bring the kitchen to life.
Photo of a large traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Seattle with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, coloured appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and exposed beams.
Durango
Durango
Jessica Koltun HomeJessica Koltun Home
Classic, timeless and ideally positioned on a sprawling corner lot set high above the street, discover this designer dream home by Jessica Koltun. The blend of traditional architecture and contemporary finishes evokes feelings of warmth while understated elegance remains constant throughout this Midway Hollow masterpiece unlike no other. This extraordinary home is at the pinnacle of prestige and lifestyle with a convenient address to all that Dallas has to offer.
Young Rd Residence
Young Rd Residence
Jill Litner Kaplan InteriorsJill Litner Kaplan Interiors
Photo of a traditional kitchen/diner in Boston with a belfast sink, white cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and exposed beams.
Wellington
Wellington
Clearcut Construction, Inc.Clearcut Construction, Inc.
Design ideas for a large traditional galley open plan kitchen in Raleigh with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz worktops, green splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and exposed beams.
Modern Tudor Renovation
Modern Tudor Renovation
Curated NestCurated Nest
Inspiration for a traditional l-shaped kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and exposed beams.
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Christine Donner Kitchen Design Inc.Christine Donner Kitchen Design Inc.
A view from the entryway, looking across the sink area and into the dining space. This is the sole window in the space.
Design ideas for a small classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, marble flooring, no island, beige floors, white worktops and exposed beams.
Preserve at Bent Pine - Kauai Model Kitchen
Preserve at Bent Pine - Kauai Model Kitchen
Masterpiece Design GroupMasterpiece Design Group
These Sherwin Williams Iron Ore painted cabinets and Progress Lighting graphite dome pendants paired with Cambria's Skara Brae slab are the PERFECT mix in this contrasting kitchen ?
Dreaming of green and gold
Dreaming of green and gold
Soll.SolutionsSoll.Solutions
Inspiration for a traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Montreal with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble worktops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, multiple islands, brown floors, black worktops and exposed beams.
Provo Charm
Provo Charm
Hebdon StudiosHebdon Studios
Traditional meets modern in this charming two story tudor home. A spacious floor plan with an emphasis on natural light allows for incredible views from inside the home.
Coastal Mediterranean Remodel
Coastal Mediterranean Remodel
Lola InteriorsLola Interiors
Photo: Jessie Preza Photography
Photo of a large traditional l-shaped kitchen in Jacksonville with a double-bowl sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and exposed beams.
Classic Black and White kitchen
Classic Black and White kitchen
Vision DesignVision Design
A small but very functional kitchen remodel makes a small house live much larger
Design ideas for a small traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, blue splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, black worktops and exposed beams.

Traditional Kitchen with Exposed Beams 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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