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U-shaped Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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Traditional Kitchen Remodel
Traditional Kitchen Remodel
Merit Flooring, Kitchen and BathMerit Flooring, Kitchen and Bath
Island countertop is white macaubus quartzite. Castaway Cabinets Steve Bracci
This is an example of a large classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Atlanta with a belfast sink, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, shaker cabinets, quartz worktops and metro tiled splashback.
Modern Federation
Modern Federation
Brett Mickan Interior DesignBrett Mickan Interior Design
Thomas Dalhoff
This is an example of a classic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Fresh Maple Kitchen Remodel
Fresh Maple Kitchen Remodel
Powell ConstructionPowell Construction
The kitchen is a mix of existing and new cabinets that were made to match. Marmoleum (a natural sheet linoleum) flooring sets the kitchen apart in the home’s open plan. It is also low maintenance and resilient underfoot. Custom stainless steel countertops match the appliances, are low maintenance and are, uhm, stainless!
IBÁN RAMÓN
IBÁN RAMÓN
Paula G. FurióPaula G. Furió
Paula G. Furió / ©Houzz 2017
Photo of a small modern u-shaped kitchen in Valencia with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, no island, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Traditional Kitchen Remodel
Traditional Kitchen Remodel
The Kitchen CompanyThe Kitchen Company
Traditional kitchen remodel designed by Ron Fisher in Woodbridgde, Connecticut To get more detailed information copy and paste this link into your browser. https://thekitchencompany.com/blog/featured-kitchen-elegant-addition, Photographer, Dennis Carbo
York Mills Metamorphose
York Mills Metamorphose
Harvest House CraftsmenHarvest House Craftsmen
After
Midcentury u-shaped kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, glass sheet splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Embassy Row Kitchen
Embassy Row Kitchen
Cabinets & DesignsCabinets & Designs
The Embassy Row kitchen from Wood-Mode Custom Cabinetry adds a beautiful transitional look to your kitchen.
Inspiration for a large classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Houston with a single-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring and an island.
Wye River Estate
Wye River Estate
Pyramid BuildersPyramid Builders
Photography: Jay Stearns Interior Designer: Frederike Hecht
This is an example of a mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets and integrated appliances.
Reforma en piso en el centro de Badalona
Reforma en piso en el centro de Badalona
FotointerioresFotointeriores
David MUSER
This is an example of a small industrial u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Barcelona with light hardwood flooring, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.
Rhode Island Beach House
Rhode Island Beach House
Rachel Reider InteriorsRachel Reider Interiors
Backsplash - Lunada Bay Tile - Sumi-e 1 x 1 Mosaic / Color - Izu Natural Michael Partenio
Photo of a beach style u-shaped kitchen/diner in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
COCINA Y PUERTAS CORREDERAS
COCINA Y PUERTAS CORREDERAS
Forma ArquitecturaForma Arquitectura
Sobre la base del blanco y el abedul y, para darle mayor resistencia a la zona de trabajo, se apostó por un elegante y divertido suelo hidráulico. Los muebles de almacenaje quedan totalmente disimulados. Otro elemento destacable son las puertas, hechas en abedul, son correderas y escondidas entre paredes. Son útiles y nunca un estorbo.
Bloor St Condo Suite
Bloor St Condo Suite
BedfordBrooks Design Inc.BedfordBrooks Design Inc.
Mike Chajecki Photography
Photo of a medium sized classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Toronto with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and no island.
pyle
pyle
Workshop11Workshop11
Photos By Shawn Lortie Photography
Photo of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood worktops, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, light hardwood flooring, multiple islands, beige floors and white worktops.
Kitchen remodel, Bethesda MD
Kitchen remodel, Bethesda MD
CARNEMARK design + buildCARNEMARK design + build
WELL-EQUIPPED. A vaulted ceiling and cutouts in the wall between the kitchen and family room make the kitchen feel lighter and brighter. Slots flanking the stove create handy storage for pizza stones and cookie sheets. Pots and pans are stowed in deep, view at-a-glance drawers. And the long stainless steel drawer handles double as drying racks for fresh pasta. Photography by Maxwell MacKenzie
French Country Kitchen
French Country Kitchen
UB Kitchens - Kitchen Design and CabinetsUB Kitchens - Kitchen Design and Cabinets
Design ideas for an u-shaped kitchen/diner in Austin with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback and stainless steel appliances.
My earthy, contemporary home
My earthy, contemporary home
Brenna BarzenickBrenna Barzenick
This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble worktops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, white splashback and a double-bowl sink.
Small apartment
Small apartment
Ajform Interior Design & ArchitectureAjform Interior Design & Architecture
Ajform
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Palma de Mallorca with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and white worktops.
Tropical Bamboo Kitchen
Tropical Bamboo Kitchen
Plus InteriorsPlus Interiors
This tropical kitchen takes advantage of good views and an open floor plan for frequent hosting of guests. The octagonal shaped island allows the homeowner to simultaneously cook and entertain in a teppanyaki style atmosphere. Guests are given a front-row seat to the action. A built-in, bamboo storage bench with matching table provides additional seating and a comfortable breakfast nook in the mornings.
La Jolla Kitchen
La Jolla Kitchen
Alpha Design GroupAlpha Design Group
Edward Gohlich Photography
This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in San Diego with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, granite worktops, glass tiled splashback, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Atlantic Beach Remodel
Atlantic Beach Remodel
Studio M Interior Design, IncStudio M Interior Design, Inc
Photo of a medium sized nautical u-shaped kitchen in Jacksonville with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island, beige floors, marble worktops and metro tiled splashback.

U-shaped Kitchen 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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