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U-shaped Open Plan Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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PV French Country
PV French Country
Sanders Design Studio llcSanders Design Studio llc
Inspiration for an u-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with white cabinets, quartz worktops, brick splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island and recessed-panel cabinets.
Oasis Tiny Home Exposed Wooden Beams
Oasis Tiny Home Exposed Wooden Beams
Paradise Tiny Homes LLCParadise Tiny Homes LLC
A beautiful mix of clean stainless steel and warm mango wood creates a stylish and practical kitchen space. This coastal, contemporary Tiny Home features a warm yet industrial style kitchen with stainless steel counters and husky tool drawers with black cabinets. the silver metal counters are complimented by grey subway tiling as a backsplash against the warmth of the locally sourced curly mango wood windowsill ledge. I mango wood windowsill also acts as a pass-through window to an outdoor bar and seating area on the deck. Entertaining guests right from the kitchen essentially makes this a wet-bar. LED track lighting adds the right amount of accent lighting and brightness to the area. The window is actually a french door that is mirrored on the opposite side of the kitchen. This kitchen has 7-foot long stainless steel counters on either end. There are stainless steel outlet covers to match the industrial look. There are stained exposed beams adding a cozy and stylish feeling to the room. To the back end of the kitchen is a frosted glass pocket door leading to the bathroom. All shelving is made of Hawaiian locally sourced curly mango wood. A stainless steel fridge matches the rest of the style and is built-in to the staircase of this tiny home. Dish drying racks are hung on the wall to conserve space and reduce clutter.
Indigo Kitchen
Indigo Kitchen
Karr Bick Kitchen and BathKarr Bick Kitchen and Bath
Photo of a medium sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in St Louis with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Spanish Colonial Classic
Spanish Colonial Classic
Janet Kauffman Interiors & Design LLCJanet Kauffman Interiors & Design LLC
Inspiration for a large mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete worktops, white splashback, terracotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and brown worktops.
Beautiful modern renovation in Silicon Valley
Beautiful modern renovation in Silicon Valley
Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.
Inspiration for a large modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, metallic splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, grey floors and beige worktops.
Keswick Estates | Kitchen
Keswick Estates | Kitchen
Rockhaven HomesRockhaven Homes
Our Keswick Estates kitchens won't disappoint. Open to the living room and a sitting area, this floor plan is perfect for hosting. With granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a beautiful backsplash, this is the perfect kitchen for you to embrace your inner chef.
Everglade Road
Everglade Road
Jessica Koltun HomeJessica Koltun Home
Modern farmhouse designs by Jessica Koltun in Dallas, TX. Light oak floors, navy cabinets, blue cabinets, chrome fixtures, gold mirrors, subway tile, zellige square tile, black vertical fireplace tile, black wall sconces, gold chandeliers, gold hardware, navy blue wall tile, marble hex tile, marble geometric tile, modern style, contemporary, modern tile, interior design, real estate, for sale, luxury listing, dark shaker doors, blue shaker cabinets, white subway shower
Кухня в лофт стиле
Кухня в лофт стиле
Rock'n'woodRock'n'wood
Кухня в лофт стиле, с островом. Фасады из массива и крашенного мдф, на металлических рамах. Использованы элементы закаленного армированного стекла и сетки.
Hancock Park Modern Organic Renovation
Hancock Park Modern Organic Renovation
SHAPESIDESHAPESIDE
Contemporary kitchen, concrete floors with light wood cabinetry accents with bold black and white tile backsplash. Kitchen island features seating on two sides.
Old Toccoa Farms
Old Toccoa Farms
Mountain Lakes CabinetryMountain Lakes Cabinetry
Beautiful cozy cabin in Blue Ridge Georgia. Cabinetry: Rustic Maple wood with Silas stain and a nickle glaze, Full overlay raised panel doors with slab drawer fronts. Countertops are quartz. Beautiful ceiling details!! Wine bar features lovely floating shelves and a great wine bottle storage area.
Appartement / Caroline
Appartement / Caroline
DahDah studio / Architecture d'intérieurDahDah studio / Architecture d'intérieur
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Strasbourg with an integrated sink, white cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring and white worktops.
Woodside House 2
Woodside House 2
Dotter & Solfjeld Architecture + DesignDotter & Solfjeld Architecture + Design
Design ideas for a large midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, integrated appliances, cement flooring, an island, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Modern French Country
Modern French Country
B Fein Interiors LLCB Fein Interiors LLC
This kitchen is open to the neighboring family room. The table and chairs were the Client's from her last house, with reupholstered seat cushions. The floral pattern is cut from the same fabric, but no two chairs are exactly alike. A crystal chandelier in a kitchen works well with simple, contemporary pendant fixtures. The window treatment is made from fabric embroidered with stripes. We turned the fabric and cut it to look like one custom embroidered valance - very little (expensive fabric) elevates the space and looks very high end!
Kitchen
Kitchen
Pike PropertiesPike Properties
The kitchen of this home was a labor of love and everything was carefully planned and executed to ensure it was a work of art, in a sense. At the heart of it is the 10 foot wide by 4 foot deep White Oak island with plentiful room for 4 people to sit comfortably. They choose gray as the cabinet color, specifically Benjamin Moore Gray Owl. Pike wanted a color that wasn't too bold and would take away from the other elements of the space, but we also didn't want to just go with the easy choice, white. Gray cabinets are in trend right now and for good reason as we are sure many people go through that same logic we went through. The cabinetry was custom crafted in Charlotte and is all beaded inset. A cabinet front Thermador fridge can be found at the far right of this picture. Tying the whole space together is the mosaic backslash tile. The tile is visually stunning and brought all the color tones of the space into harmony. The mosaic tile is Soho Studio Empress Helena ( http://www.sohostudiocorp.com/empress-helena-asian-statuary-with-brass-line-mjemphelen) Pendants- Hudson Valley Lighting Latham ( https://hudsonvalleylighting.hvlgroup.com/Product/4009-PN) Library Sconces- Hudson Valley Lighting Garden City ( https://hudsonvalleylighting.hvlgroup.com/Product/8331-AGB)
Sagamore
Sagamore
Asher Homes Inc.Asher Homes Inc.
Large open kitchen with high ceilings, wood beams, and a large island.
This is an example of a rustic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with medium wood cabinets, wood worktops, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors, flat-panel cabinets and brown worktops.
Bright Organic Kitchen
Bright Organic Kitchen
Mia Rao DesignMia Rao Design
This white kitchen renovation is anything but typical. Natural wood and burnished brass accents have been added for interest.
Design ideas for a medium sized scandi u-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
80 John Street Residence
80 John Street Residence
Ronnette Riley ArchitectRonnette Riley Architect
Design ideas for a small traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and grey worktops.
Una rinascita colorata - Progetto in corso
Una rinascita colorata - Progetto in corso
LiadesignLiadesign
Liadesign
Medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Milan with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Cuisine / Pièce à Vivre dans une Maison de Village
Cuisine / Pièce à Vivre dans une Maison de Village
La Fabrique Geneviève NaudinLa Fabrique Geneviève Naudin
Dans un très vieille maison, refonte totale de la cuisine/salle à manger dans un esprit campagne. La tomette a été entièrement rénové. L'isolation et l’installation électrique ont été également revu La cuisine, dessinait par nos soins, a été monté par un cuisiniste de Vendôme
A Beachfront Oasis
A Beachfront Oasis
QMA ArchitectsQMA Architects
Large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and blue 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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