This is an example of a small classic kitchen in Gloucestershire with an island.

Skinny shaker style door painted in light teal with brass handles
Medium sized traditional galley kitchen in West Midlands with a belfast sink, granite worktops, white splashback and white worktops.

The substantial extension on this detached house features these striking art deco style steel French doors. Unlike traditional sliding or bi-fold doors these specialist doors create a cosy feeling within the room whilst allowing a clear view of the garden. Internally the steel beams were dropped below the ceiling to complement the lines of the doors and enhance the structural elements of the room. The parquet flooring added a wonderful contrast of texture and warmth to this large bright space.

Charlie O'Beirne A sophisticated curved centre island with glass fronted cabinetry and open shelving. Marble worktops sit on Moles Breath painted shaker cabinetry. In the corner sits a sizeable larder cupboard with internal lighting.

Design ideas for a medium sized classic galley kitchen/diner in London with a double-bowl sink, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, white floors, white worktops, shaker cabinets and white cabinets.

Medium sized traditional kitchen in Essex with mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, white worktops, a single-bowl sink, beaded cabinets, beige floors, travertine flooring and white cabinets.

The focal point of the kitchen is without a doubt the large 6 oven black Aga. Traditionally associated with country homes, it’s really lovely to see an Aga in a London family home. The canopy was designed especially for this room: it catches the eye and conceals the extractor. Painted in the same bold black as the island, it helps to anchor the entire design. The clients chose the antiqued distressed effect mirror splashback, which has a softer feel than plain mirror, but still accentuates the light feel of the room. The symmetry of this kitchen is designed to create a balanced look, while the detailing is simple to add to the contemporary feel. The bold colour palette of the kitchen and dining area perfectly suits the space and is softened with accents of natural smoked oak and antique brass. Photo Credit: Paul Craig

Design ideas for a medium sized classic kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz worktops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring and an island.

This is an example of a medium sized classic kitchen/diner in Hampshire with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island and limestone flooring.

Skinny shaker style door painted in light teal with brass handles
Photo of a medium sized traditional galley kitchen in West Midlands with granite worktops, white splashback and white worktops.

This is an example of a medium sized classic grey and cream u-shaped kitchen in Berkshire with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, quartz worktops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, beige floors, blue cabinets, metallic splashback and white worktops.

Design ideas for a medium sized classic enclosed dining room in Hertfordshire with beige floors, multi-coloured walls and no fireplace.

Medium sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine flooring and an island.

A light, bright London kitchen that has a spacious, calm and uncluttered feel perfectly suited to modern family living. From weekend BBQs with family and friends to speedy mid-week meals, the space can adapt to whatever is required. Photo Credit: Paul Craig

This beautiful inframe kitchen has been created for a large extension in a detached home in the beautiful Wicklow countryside. Bespoke solid oak inframe kitchen with solid oak internals have been handpainted in Farrow & Ball Hague Blue and All White. A large double larder/coffee station provides ample storage while allowing the work surfaces to remain clutter free. Infinity Media

The open plan kitchen of the Balgowlah Project features a glass splash back with viewing to the external vertical garden. Building & Projects Management: Liebke Projects PTY LTD Photography: Nicole England

Medium sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine flooring and an island.

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Medium sized traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in London with light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback and stainless steel appliances.

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Design ideas for a medium sized classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in London with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, grey floors and black worktops.