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Traditional Kitchen with Open Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Large Walk-In Kitchen Pantry with Custom Baking Racks in Royersford, PA
Large Walk-In Kitchen Pantry with Custom Baking Racks in Royersford, PA
Victory ClosetsVictory Closets
Large walk-in kitchen pantry with rounded corner shelves in 2 far corners. Installed to replace existing builder-grade wire shelving. Custom baking rack for pans. Wall-mounted system with extended height panels and custom trim work for floor-mount look. Open shelving with spacing designed around accommodating client's clear labeled storage bins and other serving items and cookware.
New York Transformation
New York Transformation
Crisp ArchitectsCrisp Architects
Photography by Rob Karosis
Photo of a traditional kitchen pantry in New York with open cabinets and white cabinets.
HEIGHTS PANTRY
HEIGHTS PANTRY
Wood CustomsWood Customs
This is an example of a large classic l-shaped kitchen pantry in Houston with open cabinets, grey cabinets, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Dutch Colonial Charm
Dutch Colonial Charm
Cummings Architecture + InteriorsCummings Architecture + Interiors
Joyelle West Photography
Medium sized classic kitchen pantry in Boston with open cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood flooring, a belfast sink, marble worktops, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Posthill
Posthill
Stephanie Brown Inc.Stephanie Brown Inc.
Traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Vancouver with open cabinets, grey cabinets and no island.
A Graceful White Kitchen in Encinitas
A Graceful White Kitchen in Encinitas
Hamilton-Gray Design, Inc.Hamilton-Gray Design, Inc.
Traditional l-shaped kitchen pantry in San Diego with open cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, no island, beige floors and white worktops.
High-Contrast Luxury Home
High-Contrast Luxury Home
CambriaCambria
This large, open-concept home features Cambria Swanbridge in the kitchen, baths, laundry room, and butler’s pantry. Designed by E Interiors and AFT Construction. Photo: High Res Media
Family Home in The Ramble
Family Home in The Ramble
PLATTPLATT
Photography: David Dietrich Builder: Tyner Construction Interior Design: Kathryn Long, ASID
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen pantry in Other with a belfast sink, open cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback and metro tiled splashback.
Custom Designed Pantry With Various Storage Areas
Custom Designed Pantry With Various Storage Areas
The Closet Works, Inc.The Closet Works, Inc.
This custom designed pantry can store a variety of supplies and food items. These include glassware, tablecloths and napkins which are all easily accessible.
Desco Project
Desco Project
Faulkner Perrin Custom HomesFaulkner Perrin Custom Homes
Classic u-shaped kitchen pantry in Dallas with open cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and white worktops.
Bridle Path Residence
Bridle Path Residence
3 Fold Design Studio3 Fold Design Studio
Inspiration for a classic kitchen in Austin with a belfast sink, open cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring and an island.
Pantry Built-ins
Pantry Built-ins
Hang-Ups Custom Closets Inc., by JTHang-Ups Custom Closets Inc., by JT
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional kitchen pantry in Orange County with open cabinets and light wood cabinets.
Modern Mountain Home
Modern Mountain Home
Studio McGeeStudio McGee
Shop the Look, See the Photo Tour here: https://www.studio-mcgee.com/studioblog/2016/4/4/modern-mountain-home-tour Watch the Webisode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtwvqrNPjhU Travis J Photography
Custom Pantry- Savannah, GA
Custom Pantry- Savannah, GA
JAWS Enterprises of GA LLCJAWS Enterprises of GA LLC
Constructed From 3/4 Maple Plywood with Solid Hardwood Face Frame
Inspiration for a medium sized classic kitchen pantry in Atlanta with white cabinets, medium hardwood flooring, open cabinets and brown floors.
Kitchen Organization
Kitchen Organization
Neat Method San DiegoNeat Method San Diego
Medium sized classic grey and cream kitchen pantry in San Diego with open cabinets and white cabinets.
Mulberry Lane Residence
Mulberry Lane Residence
UserUser
Bruce Damonte
Photo of a traditional kitchen pantry in San Francisco with open cabinets, dark hardwood flooring and light wood cabinets.
Urban Art Residence
Urban Art Residence
Barley|Pfeiffer ArchitectureBarley|Pfeiffer Architecture
Photos by Alan K. Barley, AIA Walk-in pantry, pantry with window, window, wood floor, screened in porch, Austin luxury home, Austin custom home, BarleyPfeiffer Architecture (Best of Houzz 2015 for Design) , BarleyPfeiffer, wood floors, sustainable design, sleek design, pro work, modern, low voc paint, interiors and consulting, house ideas, home planning, 5 star energy, high performance, green building, fun design, 5 star appliance, find a pro, family home, elegance, efficient, custom-made, comprehensive sustainable architects, barley & Pfeiffer architects, natural lighting, AustinTX, Barley & Pfeiffer Architects, professional services, green design, Screened-In porch, Austin luxury home, Austin custom home, BarleyPfeiffer Architecture, wood floors, sustainable design, sleek design, modern, low voc paint, interiors and consulting, house ideas, home planning, 5 star energy, high performance, green building, fun design, 5 star appliance, find a pro, family home, elegance, efficient, custom-made, comprehensive sustainable architects, natural lighting, Austin TX, Barley & Pfeiffer Architects, professional services, green design, curb appeal, LEED, AIA, Featured in September 12th, 2014's Wall Street Journal http://online.wsj.com/articles/the-rise-of-the-super-pantry-1410449896
Carnegie Hill Townhouse
Carnegie Hill Townhouse
Weil Friedman ArchitectsWeil Friedman Architects
Weil Friedman designed this small kitchen for a townhouse in the Carnegie Hill Historic District in New York City. A cozy window seat framed by bookshelves allows for expanded light and views. The entry is framed by a tall pantry on one side and a refrigerator on the other. The Lacanche stove and custom range hood sit between custom cabinets in Farrow and Ball Calamine with soapstone counters and aged brass hardware.
Milton Home #2
Milton Home #2
Keystone Millworks IncKeystone Millworks Inc
Photo of a classic u-shaped kitchen pantry in Atlanta with open cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, light hardwood flooring, no island, beige floors and white worktops.
Walk-in Pantry
Walk-in Pantry
Lustig Custom CabinetsLustig Custom Cabinets
Spacious walk-in pantry in U-shape provides ample storage right off the kitchen. Lots of storage & open visibility create an easy access layout. Appliances rest on ample counter top storage in the beautiful Calcutta marble laminate. Mandi B Photography

Traditional Kitchen with Open Cabinets 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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