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Traditional Kitchen with Stainless Steel Worktops Ideas and Designs

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Dandelion
Dandelion
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional galley enclosed kitchen in Gloucestershire with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, stainless steel worktops, coloured appliances and a breakfast bar.
Cabinet Transformation to White
Cabinet Transformation to White
Ackley Cabinet, LLCAckley Cabinet, LLC
Inspiration for a medium sized classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in New York with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, green splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.
Dallas | Avalon | Kitchen & Living
Dallas | Avalon | Kitchen & Living
Kitchen Design ConceptsKitchen Design Concepts
Avid cooks and entertainers purchased this 1925 Tudor home that had only been partially renovated in the 80's. Cooking is a very important part of this hobby chef's life and so we really had to make the best use of space and storage in this kitchen. Modernizing while achieving maximum functionality, and opening up to the family room were all on the "must" list, and a custom banquette and large island helps for parties and large entertaining gatherings. Cabinets are from Cabico, their Elmwood series in both white paint, and walnut in a natural stained finish. Stainless steel counters wrap the perimeter, while Caesarstone quartz is used on the island. The seated part of the island is walnut to match the cabinetry. The backsplash is a mosaic from Marble Systems. The shelving unit on the wall is custom built to utilize the small wall space and get additional open storage for everyday items. A 3 foot Galley sink is the main focus of the island, and acts as a workhorse prep and cooking space. This is aired with a faucet from Waterstone, with a matching at the prep sink on the exterior wall and a potfiller over the Dacor Range. Built-in Subzero Refrigerator and Freezer columns provide plenty of fresh food storage options. In the prep area along the exterior wall, a built in ice maker, microwave drawer, warming drawer, and additional/secondary dishwasher drawer helps the second cook during larger party prep.
Greenwich Waterfront Shingle
Greenwich Waterfront Shingle
VanderHorn ArchitectsVanderHorn Architects
Stainless steel countertops and glass upper cabinets enhance the blue-lacquered walls and cabinetry in the bright Service Pantry.
Photo of a large traditional galley kitchen/diner in Other with glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, stainless steel worktops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and blue splashback.
Nolen Lane Interior Design
Nolen Lane Interior Design
Sage DesignSage Design
Kitchen opens to family room. Stainless steel island top and custom shelving.
Inspiration for a large classic galley open plan kitchen in New York with stainless steel worktops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, a belfast sink, white splashback, stone slab splashback, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and brown floors.
Modern Arts and Crafts
Modern Arts and Crafts
Mari Woods Kitchen Bath Home, LLCMari Woods Kitchen Bath Home, LLC
Photography by Rob Karosis of Rollingsford, NH
Photo of a medium sized traditional galley kitchen in Portland Maine with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel worktops, orange splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Deluxe kitchen remodel
Deluxe kitchen remodel
Studio NOO DesignStudio NOO Design
Inspiration for a medium sized classic galley kitchen/diner in Montreal with an island, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, a single-bowl sink and dark hardwood flooring.
Arlington Heights
Arlington Heights
CR Cabinetry Kitchen & Bath Design StudioCR Cabinetry Kitchen & Bath Design Studio
Featuring R.D. Henry & Company
This is an example of a medium sized classic single-wall kitchen in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, stainless steel worktops and medium hardwood flooring.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Andre Rothblatt ArchitectureAndre Rothblatt Architecture
This is an example of a classic kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances, stainless steel worktops, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, green splashback and an integrated sink.
Upper East Side Townhouse Kitchen Renovation
Upper East Side Townhouse Kitchen Renovation
MERGAL Architecture & DesignMERGAL Architecture & Design
Complete renovation of a 1930's classical townhouse kitchen in New York City's Upper East Side.
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped enclosed kitchen in New York with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.
eastern shore weekend home for dc couple
eastern shore weekend home for dc couple
scout designscout design
This is an example of a traditional galley open plan kitchen in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, stainless steel worktops, blue splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Linden Ave. home renovation
Linden Ave. home renovation
KitchenLab InteriorsKitchenLab Interiors
KitchenLab
Traditional kitchen in Chicago with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback and stainless steel appliances.
SieMatic Cabinetry CLASSIC
SieMatic Cabinetry CLASSIC
SieMatic Seattle/ Summers StudioSieMatic Seattle/ Summers Studio
SieMatic Cabinetry in Graphite Grey profile door, Nickel gloss frame cabinets in the island and hidden coffee centre. SieMatic exclusive Chinese wedding cabinet in matte Black Oak with polished nickel knobs and hardware. SieMatic floating metal shelves in Nickel Gloss.
Park Slope, Brooklyn Rowhouse
Park Slope, Brooklyn Rowhouse
Barker Associates Architecture OfficeBarker Associates Architecture Office
Lesley Unruh
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in New York with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Kitchen
Kitchen
aegis interior design ltdaegis interior design ltd
Kitchen extension
This is an example of a medium sized classic kitchen/diner in London with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, an integrated sink, stainless steel worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Vintage Kitchen
Vintage Kitchen
Katie Emmons DesignKatie Emmons Design
Custom Range, white marble, stainless steel countertops
Photo of a classic kitchen in Charlotte with glass-front cabinets, stainless steel appliances and stainless steel worktops.
Warming Drawer
Warming Drawer
Andre Rothblatt ArchitectureAndre Rothblatt Architecture
Inspiration for a traditional kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances, stainless steel worktops, shaker cabinets and medium wood cabinets.
Dallas | Avalon | Kitchen & Living
Dallas | Avalon | Kitchen & Living
Kitchen Design ConceptsKitchen Design Concepts
Avid cooks and entertainers purchased this 1925 Tudor home that had only been partially renovated in the 80's. Cooking is a very important part of this hobby chef's life and so we really had to make the best use of space and storage in this kitchen. Modernizing while achieving maximum functionality, and opening up to the family room were all on the "must" list, and a custom banquette and large island helps for parties and large entertaining gatherings. Cabinets are from Cabico, their Elmwood series in both white paint, and walnut in a natural stained finish. Stainless steel counters wrap the perimeter, while Caesarstone quartz is used on the island. The seated part of the island is walnut to match the cabinetry. The backsplash is a mosaic from Marble Systems. The shelving unit on the wall is custom built to utilize the small wall space and get additional open storage for everyday items. A 3 foot Galley sink is the main focus of the island, and acts as a workhorse prep and cooking space. This is aired with a faucet from Waterstone, with a matching at the prep sink on the exterior wall and a potfiller over the Dacor Range. Built-in Subzero Refrigerator and Freezer columns provide plenty of fresh food storage options. In the prep area along the exterior wall, a built in ice maker, microwave drawer, warming drawer, and additional/secondary dishwasher drawer helps the second cook during larger party prep.
Traditional Kitchen
Traditional Kitchen
Elite Kitchen CabinetryElite Kitchen Cabinetry
This is an example of a large classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Phoenix with a belfast sink, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, stainless steel worktops, shaker cabinets and porcelain splashback.
Meriden Residence
Meriden Residence
Studio SteinbomerStudio Steinbomer
Kitchen after the renovation. Construction by RisherMartin Fine Homes Interior Design by Alison Mountain Interior Design Landscape by David Wilson Garden Design Photography by Andrea Calo

Traditional Kitchen with Stainless Steel Worktops 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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