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Design ideas for a classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Boston with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Cabinet Possibilities in philadeelphia
Cabinet Possibilities in philadeelphia
Airy KitchensAiry Kitchens
Inspiration for a medium sized country u-shaped kitchen/diner in Philadelphia with raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, no island and white worktops.
OCEAN FRONT CONDO KITCHEN
OCEAN FRONT CONDO KITCHEN
Decorum Home DesignDecorum Home Design
Modified shaker kitchen with paneled appliances, quartz counter top, and matte black hardware and plumbing fixtures gives this 2000 sf oceanfront condo a bright, airy feel. Wood look porcelain tile in a sandy, driftwood color and clear glass backsplash picking up the ocean tones give this 10th floor condo it's own beachy atmosphere.
OCEAN FRONT CONDO KITCHEN
OCEAN FRONT CONDO KITCHEN
Decorum Home DesignDecorum Home Design
Modified shaker kitchen with paneled appliances, quartz counter top, and matte black hardware and plumbing fixtures gives this 2000 sf oceanfront condo a bright, airy feel. Wood look porcelain tile in a sandy, driftwood color and clear glass backsplash picking up the ocean tones give this 10th floor condo it's own beachy atmosphere.
Transitional Cottage Kitchen - Atlanta
Transitional Cottage Kitchen - Atlanta
Innovative Design BuildInnovative Design Build
Large classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Atlanta with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Thompson ConstructionThompson Construction
The cabinet paint color is Sherwin-Williams - SW 7008 Alabaster
Design ideas for an expansive classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Howard Farms
Howard Farms
Amber MalloyAmber Malloy
Large farmhouse u-shaped kitchen/diner in Columbus with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Mid-Century Modern, Shavano Park
Mid-Century Modern, Shavano Park
NR InteriorsNR Interiors
We completely transformed the original small Kitchen into a space twice as large. The homeowner's love to cook and this new Kitchen is designed with both beauty and high function in mind with plenty of well designed storage, generous amount of counterspace and unique design features such as the quartersawn white oak table end of the island which intersects the beautiful white macabus quartzite waterfall edge. The two tone perimeter cabinets bring subtle interest to the space.
Valley Kitchen Remodel
Valley Kitchen Remodel
Kimberlee KristineKimberlee Kristine
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Seattle with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Kitchen Cooking Alcove
Kitchen Cooking Alcove
Great Rooms Building GroupGreat Rooms Building Group
Photo of a large classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Chicago with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, engineered quartz splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops, exposed beams and white splashback.
ЖК Ривер Парк
ЖК Ривер Парк
Екатерина РутченкоЕкатерина Рутченко
Photo of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate countertops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, no island and black worktops.
Alvarado
Alvarado
Koch ArchitectsKoch Architects
Contemporary kitchen design with white engineered quartz countertops, glossy white flat-panel cabinetry with brass hardware and rift-sawn oak wood cabinets. Fleetwood aluminum windows overlooking garden. Jonathan Mitchell Photography
Great Falls, VA
Great Falls, VA
A Touch of Elegance StudioA Touch of Elegance Studio
This luxury kitchen with white cabinets and marble-look quartz is open with a light, airy feel.
Photo of an expansive traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in DC Metro with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and a drop ceiling.
Powell Ohio Kitchen Remodel 4
Powell Ohio Kitchen Remodel 4
Jim Deen/Kitchen KraftJim Deen/Kitchen Kraft
Inspiration for a classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Columbus with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, beige splashback, metro tiled splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.
Starkman Residence
Starkman Residence
IntraBuildIntraBuild
Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, engineered quartz splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.
Basement Kitchenette
Basement Kitchenette
David Lund DesignDavid Lund Design
What had been a wonderful new construction project got even better when learned that the homeowner wanted to build a contemporary bar - kind of like a kitchen, actually - with stone countertops, high-end appliances, and beautiful tile and custom cabinets in the basement. It's a unique project in that it is not fully a kitchen [there's only a beverage fridge, drawer microwave, ice maker, and dishwasher, but no oven], and it's more than a simple bar as it accommodates food preparation or a catering service. For the homeowner, who is a huge Vikings fan and entertains large groups of sports-loving fans, the perfect project was a full bar/kitchenette that would serve as the ideal place for friends to gather, eat and drink.!
Hamptons Style Kitchen
Hamptons Style Kitchen
J. Stephens InteriorsJ. Stephens Interiors
Hamptons-Inspired Kitchen One cannot help but feel a distinct sense of serenity and timeless beauty when entering this Hamptons-style kitchen. Bathed in natural light and shimmering with inspired accents and details, this complete kitchen transformation is at once elegant and inviting. Plans and elevations were conceived to create balance and function without sacrificing harmony and visual intrigue. A metal custom hood, with an eye-catching brass band and impeccably balanced cabinets on either side, provides a strong focal point for the kitchen, which can be viewed from the adjacent living room. Brass faucets, hardware and light fixtures complement and draw further attention to this anchoring element. A wall of glass cabinetry enhances the existing windows and pleasantly expands the sense of openness in the space. Taj Mahal quartzite blends gracefully with the cabinet finishes. Cream-tone, herringbone tiles are custom-cut into different patterns to create a sense of visual movement as the eyes move across the room. An elegant, marble-top island paired with sumptuous, leather-covered stools, not only offers extra counterspace, but also an ideal gathering place for loved ones to enjoy. This unforgettable kitchen gem shines even brighter with the addition of glass cabinets, designed to display the client’s collection of Portmeirion china. Careful consideration was given to the selection of stone for the countertops, as well as the color of paint for the cabinets, to highlight this inspiring collection. Breakfast room A thoughtfully blended mix of furniture styles introduces a splash of European charm to this Hamptons-style kitchen, with French, cane-back chairs providing a sense of airy elegance and delight. A performance velvet adorns the banquette, which is piled high with lush cushions for optimal comfort while lounging in the room. Another layer of texture is achieved with a wool area rug that defines and accentuates this gorgeous breakfast nook with sprawling views of the outdoors. Finishing features include drapery fabric and Brunschwig and Fils Bird and Thistle paper, whose natural, botanic pattern combines with the beautiful vistas of the backyard to inspire a sense of being in a botanical, outdoor wonderland.
Classic Farmhouse
Classic Farmhouse
Madison Avenue Design & Home StylingMadison Avenue Design & Home Styling
Photo of a medium sized rural u-shaped kitchen/diner in Cedar Rapids with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops, a timber clad ceiling, a drop ceiling and white splashback.
Narragansett Bay Whole House Remodel
Narragansett Bay Whole House Remodel
RIKB Design BuildRIKB Design Build
By adding a small addition to the right side of the home we were able to enlarge the client's kitchen and dining room. Several interior walls were also relocated to accommodate a first floor guest suite.
Traditional Kitchen with a Chic Farmhouse Twist
Traditional Kitchen with a Chic Farmhouse Twist
Carrie JohnsonCarrie Johnson
Homeowners aimed to bring the lovely outdoors into better view when they removed the two 90's dated columns that divided the kitchen from the family room and eat-in area. They also transformed the range wall when they added two wood encasement windows which frame the custom zinc hood and allow a soft light to penetrate the kitchen. Custom beaded inset cabinetry was designed with a busy family of 5 in mind. A coffee station hides behind the appliance garage, the paper towel holder is partially concealed in a rolling drawer and three custom pullout drawers with soft close hinges hold many items that would otherwise be located on the countertop or under the sink. A 48" Viking gas range took the place of a 30" electric cooktop and a Bosch microwave drawer is now located in the island to make space for the newly added beverage cooler. Due to size and budget constaints, we kept the basic footprint so every space was carefully planned for function and design. The family stayed true to their casual lifestyle with the black honed countertops but added a little bling with the rustic crystal chandelier, crystal prism arched sconces and calcutta gold herringbone backsplash. But the owner's favorite add was the custom island designed as an antique furniture piece with the essenza blue quartzite countertop cut with a demi-bull stepout. The kids can now sit at the ample sized counter and enjoy breakfast or finish homework in the comfortable cherry red swivel chairs which add a pop to the otherwise understated tones. This newly remodeled kitchen checked all the homeowner's desires.

U-shaped Kitchen/Diner Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of 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 photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of 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 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 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 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 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 kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your 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 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 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 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 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 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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