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Rénovation complète d’un appartement de 56 m²
Rénovation complète d’un appartement de 56 m²
LES DECOREUSESLES DECOREUSES
Photo of a medium sized classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz worktops, beige splashback, no island and white worktops.
Bow Mar Ranch Remodel
Bow Mar Ranch Remodel
KGA Studio Architects, PCKGA Studio Architects, PC
Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and a timber clad ceiling.
Windy Creek - Classic Kitchen
Windy Creek - Classic Kitchen
In the DeetsIn the Deets
Classic kitchen & pantry, dining, great room, and mudroom remodel. Two-tone rift cut white oak and white cabinetry, zellige-style backsplash, plaster hood, and brass fixtures.
Organic Mill Valley
Organic Mill Valley
Ann Lowengart InteriorsAnn Lowengart Interiors
The three-level Mediterranean revival home started as a 1930s summer cottage that expanded downward and upward over time. We used a clean, crisp white wall plaster with bronze hardware throughout the interiors to give the house continuity. A neutral color palette and minimalist furnishings create a sense of calm restraint. Subtle and nuanced textures and variations in tints add visual interest. The stair risers from the living room to the primary suite are hand-painted terra cotta tile in gray and off-white. We used the same tile resource in the kitchen for the island's toe kick.
Kitchens
Kitchens
Studio QLStudio QL
This green painted craftsman style kitchen paired perfectly with the custom wooden TV area and bar built ins.
Medium sized traditional open plan kitchen in Austin with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Sanierung Stadthaus in Frankfurt
Sanierung Stadthaus in Frankfurt
schöne räume ai GmbHschöne räume ai GmbH
Blick aus dem Essbereich in die Küche
Inspiration for a large traditional grey and white l-shaped open plan kitchen in Frankfurt with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, black appliances, an island, grey worktops and a drop ceiling.
Menlo Park Small Reno
Menlo Park Small Reno
Fiorella Design, LLCFiorella Design, LLC
island, white marble countertop, white kitchen, subway tiles, wood floating shelves, shaker cabinets, stainless steel refrigerator, light hardwood floor, black counter top ,butcher block countertop, brass lightning
Design Done Wright
Design Done Wright
Fusion Cabinets, Inc.Fusion Cabinets, Inc.
How cute is the new bar with it's glass cabinets and stemware holder for the glasses?
Design ideas for a large classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island and multicoloured worktops.
Picturesque Parkside
Picturesque Parkside
M-Squared Contracting Inc.M-Squared Contracting Inc.
Inspiration for an expansive traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Toronto with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, soapstone worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and black worktops.
White and Blue Cabinet Kitchen with Cambria Portrush Quartz
White and Blue Cabinet Kitchen with Cambria Portrush Quartz
Village Home StoresVillage Home Stores
A remodeled kitchen in Kewanee Illinois. Featured: Koch Classic Cabinetry in the Bristol door and White and Charcoal Blue painted finishes. Portrush Cambria Quartz tops, Mannington Hardwood Mountain View Hickory flooring in "Fawn" finish, KitchenAid appliances, and Kuzco LED lighting also featured. Start to finish kitchen remodel by Village Home Stores.
Green with Envy
Green with Envy
Yancy Interior DesignYancy Interior Design
This is an example of a large classic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Detroit with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
Woodhaven Kitchen and Main Bath
Woodhaven Kitchen and Main Bath
Northland Design & BuildNorthland Design & Build
This is an example of a classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with a submerged sink, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, terracotta splashback and light hardwood flooring.
Four Wheeler
Four Wheeler
Amy Storm & CompanyAmy Storm & Company
Inspiration for a large classic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, multiple islands, brown floors, multicoloured worktops and exposed beams.
Southlake Transitional Remodel
Southlake Transitional Remodel
Le Belle Maison Interiors Inc.Le Belle Maison Interiors Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Winborn Whole Home Remodel
Winborn Whole Home Remodel
Bradford Custom Homes & RemodelingBradford Custom Homes & Remodeling
Design ideas for a large classic single-wall open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Hell's Kitchen Remodel
Hell's Kitchen Remodel
SmartDesignSmartDesign
Photo of a medium sized classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with blue cabinets, marble worktops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, white worktops, recessed-panel cabinets and white splashback.
Deep Green Transitional Kitchen Remodel In Lincoln Park
Deep Green Transitional Kitchen Remodel In Lincoln Park
123 Remodeling Inc.123 Remodeling Inc.
This vintage condo in the heart of Lincoln Park (Chicago, IL) needed an update that fit with all the traditional moldings and details, but the owner was looking for something more fun than a classic white and gray kitchen. The deep green and gold fixtures give the kitchen a bold, but elegant style. We maximized storage by adding additional cabinets and taking them to the ceiling, and finished with a traditional crown to align with much of the trim throughout the rest of the space. The floors are a more modern take on the vintage black/white hexagon that was popular around the time the condo building was constructed. The backsplash emulates something simple - a white tile, but adds in variation and a hand-made look give it an additional texture, and some movement against the counters, without being too busy. https://123remodeling.com/ - Premium Kitchen & Bath Remodeling in Chicago and the North Shore suburbs.
West University- Transitional Kitchen Remodel
West University- Transitional Kitchen Remodel
Ashwood Designs and Custom HomesAshwood Designs and Custom Homes
Gorgeous white kitchen with white oak shelving that adds a pop to the room. The client wanted to update their kitchen and make it a place to entertain. The custom cabinetry fits their lifestyle and cooking needs. The appliance garage was designed to fit all the clients favorite major appliances. There is a built in coffee maker with pull out coffee tray fulfilling the clients coffee break vision. This beautiful kitchen was perfectly designed to fulfill the families day to day needs as well as the nights they spend entertaining guests.
James Island Estate
James Island Estate
Herlong ArchitectsHerlong Architects
Photo of a traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Charleston with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops, exposed beams and a wood ceiling.
Firemans
Firemans
Tommy Daspit PhotographerTommy Daspit Photographer
Photo of a medium sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Birmingham with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and grey worktops.

Traditional Open Plan 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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