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U-shaped Open Plan Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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Franklin Park Custom Home
Franklin Park Custom Home
WINN Design+BuildWINN Design+Build
This is an example of a large u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stone tiled splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Cuisine style industriel
Cuisine style industriel
Mon Plan Ma CuisineMon Plan Ma Cuisine
Inspiration for a medium sized industrial u-shaped open plan kitchen in Lyon with a breakfast bar, a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood worktops, integrated appliances, ceramic flooring, grey floors and beige worktops.
Navy Stained Island, Hood vent and Floating Shelves in White Shaker Kitchen
Navy Stained Island, Hood vent and Floating Shelves in White Shaker Kitchen
Kim Johnson Designs, LLCKim Johnson Designs, LLC
Photo of a medium sized classic u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, an island, grey floors and white worktops.
Colby's Run
Colby's Run
Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.
Photo: Tom Crane Photography
Inspiration for a traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and white splashback.
Farmhouse Modern in Shore Acres
Farmhouse Modern in Shore Acres
Studio DearbornStudio Dearborn
INTERNATIONAL AWARD WINNER. 2018 NKBA Design Competition Best Overall Kitchen. 2018 TIDA International USA Kitchen of the Year. 2018 Best Traditional Kitchen - Westchester Home Magazine design awards. The designer's own kitchen was gutted and renovated in 2017, with a focus on classic materials and thoughtful storage. The 1920s craftsman home has been in the family since 1940, and every effort was made to keep finishes and details true to the original construction. For sources, please see the website at www.studiodearborn.com. Photography, Timothy Lenz.
Clean and Colorful Kitchen
Clean and Colorful Kitchen
Compass StudioCompass Studio
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Cleveland with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Fremont
Fremont
Heidi Caillier DesignHeidi Caillier Design
Inspiration for a medium sized country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, quartz worktops and brown floors.
Modern Residence-Reclaimed Ivory White Oak Wood
Modern Residence-Reclaimed Ivory White Oak Wood
HardwoodBargainsHardwoodBargains
Walk on sunshine with Skyline Floorscapes' Ivory White Oak. This smooth operator of floors adds charm to any room. Its delightfully light tones will have you whistling while you work, play, or relax at home. This amazing reclaimed wood style is a perfect environmentally-friendly statement for a modern space, or it will match the design of an older house with its vintage style. The ivory color will brighten up any room. This engineered wood is extremely strong with nine layers and a 3mm wear layer of White Oak on top. The wood is handscraped, adding to the lived-in quality of the wood. This will make it look like it has been in your home all along. Each piece is 7.5-in. wide by 71-in. long by 5/8-in. thick in size. It comes with a 35-year finish warranty and a lifetime structural warranty. This is a real wood engineered flooring product made from white oak. It has a beautiful ivory color with hand scraped, reclaimed planks that are finished in oil. The planks have a tongue & groove construction that can be floated, glued or nailed down.
5th Street Beach Inspired
5th Street Beach Inspired
Alexandra Rae DesignAlexandra Rae Design
This blue and white kitchen is the hub of the home for a busy young family. The white cabinets are broken up by glass fronts at the top. The dark granite and a fresh blue painted island add contrast, while the transitional pendant adds interest to the otherwise traditional space.
Seashore
Seashore
Legacy Custom HomesLegacy Custom Homes
Ryan Garvin
Photo of a medium sized nautical u-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Breakfast Area/Kitchen/Family Room Custom Home Scottsdale
Breakfast Area/Kitchen/Family Room Custom Home Scottsdale
Lili Fleming-Nieri, ASIDLili Fleming-Nieri, ASID
This custom home has an open rambling floor plan where the Living Room flows into Dining Room which flows into the Kitchen, Breakfast Room and Family Room in a "stairstep" floor plan layout. One room melds into another all adjacent to the large patio view to create a continuity of style and grace.
Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon
Jubilee InteriorsJubilee Interiors
This full home mid-century remodel project is in an affluent community perched on the hills known for its spectacular views of Los Angeles. Our retired clients were returning to sunny Los Angeles from South Carolina. Amidst the pandemic, they embarked on a two-year-long remodel with us - a heartfelt journey to transform their residence into a personalized sanctuary. Opting for a crisp white interior, we provided the perfect canvas to showcase the couple's legacy art pieces throughout the home. Carefully curating furnishings that complemented rather than competed with their remarkable collection. It's minimalistic and inviting. We created a space where every element resonated with their story, infusing warmth and character into their newly revitalized soulful home.
Black and White Kitchen with Walnut Accents
Black and White Kitchen with Walnut Accents
MAK Design + Build Inc.MAK Design + Build Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sacramento with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island and white worktops.
Restauro Appartamento Via Magnolie
Restauro Appartamento Via Magnolie
Arch. Alessandra CiprianiArch. Alessandra Cipriani
Open space con cucina, corner breakfast studiati nel minimo dettaglio
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Florence with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Highlands Eichler
Highlands Eichler
Gast ArchitectsGast Architects
Kitchen open to Family Room, Home Office, and Breakfast Area
This is an example of a midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, terrazzo flooring, an island, white floors, white worktops and a timber clad ceiling.
Queen's Park Home
Queen's Park Home
Alice CrawleyAlice Crawley
Photo of a medium sized bohemian u-shaped open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white worktops and feature lighting.
Green with Envy
Green with Envy
Yancy Interior DesignYancy Interior Design
Design ideas for a large traditional 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.
Scarsdale home
Scarsdale home
Lucy Harris StudioLucy Harris Studio
Key decor elements include: Pendants: Grain pendants by Brendan Ravenhill Studio Stools: Beetle counter chair by Gubi from Design Public Group Large brass bowl: Michael Verheyden Marble Cannister: Michael Verheyden Art: Untitled (1010) by Bo Joseph from Sears Peyton Gallery
Brighton Victorian Renovation
Brighton Victorian Renovation
Everlong ConstructionsEverlong Constructions
Design ideas for a traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.

U-shaped Open Plan 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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