White Kitchen with Dark Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

Photo of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Detroit with white splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops, a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, stone slab splashback and brown floors.

Upscale Farmhouse

Owen Homes LLC

Large farmhouse l-shaped kitchen/diner in Kansas City with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

Sebastopol Farmhouse

Design Shop Interiors

Inspiration for a country l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, black appliances, dark hardwood flooring, multiple islands, brown floors and white worktops.

White Kitchen with Reclaimed Wood Accents and Dash of Blue

Normandy Remodeling

The layout of the new kitchen has added more space for movement around the kitchen and the added cabinetry was super beneficial for extra storage. With a larger island and sitting area, quick meals and family gatherings are possible.

Kitchen

Distinctive Interiors

Large classic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops, quartz worktops, white splashback and ceramic splashback.

Custom Coffee Bar

Rachel Oliver Design, LLC

This custom coffee bar gave the clients, who love their coffee, that special place to store all of their supplies and coffee goodies.
This is an example of a large classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

Brooklyn Townhouse

LAVA interiors

Design ideas for a traditional galley kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and black worktops.

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

Julie Coppa Designs, Inc.

photography by Jennifer Hughes
Design ideas for a large country kitchen/diner in DC Metro with a belfast sink, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and shaker cabinets.

Scarsdale Modern Industrial Vibe

Jan Hiltz Interiors LLC

This is an example of a rustic l-shaped kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and grey worktops.

Home with a View

Beautiful Chaos Interior Design & Styling

This is an example of a rustic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

Elegant Kitchen and Bathroom Design Build in NW, Washington, DC.

Finesse Design Remodeling

A elegant white kitchen located in NW. Washington, DC. We expanded the cabinets to create a peninsula. The calcutta gold marble with gold veins cut out for chevron in the backsplash compliment the calacatta classique quartz countertops.

Cube bois et or

Wagner interior design

Cube en chêne carbone pour intégration des réfrigérateurs, fours, lave vaisselle en hauteur et rangement salon/ dressing entrée. Ilot en céramique métal. Linéaire en métal laqué.

Colonial Blue Reface with Purple Accents

Kitchen Magic

This cabinet refacing project includes classic Shaker style doors in Colonial Blue. Counter-tops are white marble. The backsplash is a combination of purple, gray and white glass subway tiles. The mix of color and styles creates an eclectic design that is fresh and fun! www.kitchenmagic.com

Blue and White Kitchen in Yardley

Lang's Kitchen & Bath

This spacious kitchen design in Yardley is a bright, open plan space bathed in natural light from the large windows, doors, and skylights. The white perimeter cabinets from Koch and Company are complemented by handmade subway tile and MSI Surfaces Calcatta Venice quartz countertop. The white color scheme is beautifully contrasted by blue island cabinetry with a bi-level countertop and barstool seating. The island also includes a Task Lighting angled power strip, a narrow wine refrigerator, and a white Blanco Siligranit apron front sink with a Riobel Edge faucet and chrome soap dispenser. The kitchen cabinets are accented by Top Knobs Lydia style pulls in chrome. Bosch stainless appliances feature throughout the kitchen, including a microwave drawer and a Bosch stainless chimney hood. Dark hardwood flooring from Meridian brings depth to the style. The natural lighting is complemented by pendant lights from Wage Lighting, undercabinet lighting, and upper glass front cabinets with in cabinet lighting.

25th Avenue Multi-Space Renovation

TVL Creative Ltd.

Our clients had just recently closed on their new house in Stapleton and were excited to transform it into their perfect forever home. They wanted to remodel the entire first floor to create a more open floor plan and develop a smoother flow through the house that better fit the needs of their family. The original layout consisted of several small rooms that just weren’t very functional, so we decided to remove the walls that were breaking up the space and restructure the first floor to create a wonderfully open feel. After removing the existing walls, we rearranged their spaces to give them an office at the front of the house, a large living room, and a large dining room that connects seamlessly with the kitchen. We also wanted to center the foyer in the home and allow more light to travel through the first floor, so we replaced their existing doors with beautiful custom sliding doors to the back yard and a gorgeous walnut door with side lights to greet guests at the front of their home. Living Room Our clients wanted a living room that could accommodate an inviting sectional, a baby grand piano, and plenty of space for family game nights. So, we transformed what had been a small office and sitting room into a large open living room with custom wood columns. We wanted to avoid making the home feel too vast and monumental, so we designed custom beams and columns to define spaces and to make the house feel like a home. Aesthetically we wanted their home to be soft and inviting, so we utilized a neutral color palette with occasional accents of muted blues and greens. Dining Room Our clients were also looking for a large dining room that was open to the rest of the home and perfect for big family gatherings. So, we removed what had been a small family room and eat-in dining area to create a spacious dining room with a fireplace and bar. We added custom cabinetry to the bar area with open shelving for displaying and designed a custom surround for their fireplace that ties in with the wood work we designed for their living room. We brought in the tones and materiality from the kitchen to unite the spaces and added a mixed metal light fixture to bring the space together Kitchen We wanted the kitchen to be a real show stopper and carry through the calm muted tones we were utilizing throughout their home. We reoriented the kitchen to allow for a big beautiful custom island and to give us the opportunity for a focal wall with cooktop and range hood. Their custom island was perfectly complimented with a dramatic quartz counter top and oversized pendants making it the real center of their home. Since they enter the kitchen first when coming from their detached garage, we included a small mud-room area right by the back door to catch everyone’s coats and shoes as they come in. We also created a new walk-in pantry with plenty of open storage and a fun chalkboard door for writing notes, recipes, and grocery lists. Office We transformed the original dining room into a handsome office at the front of the house. We designed custom walnut built-ins to house all of their books, and added glass french doors to give them a bit of privacy without making the space too closed off. We painted the room a deep muted blue to create a glimpse of rich color through the french doors Powder Room The powder room is a wonderful play on textures. We used a neutral palette with contrasting tones to create dramatic moments in this little space with accents of brushed gold. Master Bathroom The existing master bathroom had an awkward layout and outdated finishes, so we redesigned the space to create a clean layout with a dream worthy shower. We continued to use neutral tones that tie in with the rest of the home, but had fun playing with tile textures and patterns to create an eye-catching vanity. The wood-look tile planks along the floor provide a soft backdrop for their new free-standing bathtub and contrast beautifully with the deep ash finish on the cabinetry.

Cooktop Hood Doubles as TV Cabinet

KraftMaster Renovations

This kitchen comes complete with a hood that is hidden storage for the kitchen TV - you would never know that it's even there. Photos by Chris Veith.

2-Story Whole Condo Renovation

InSite Builders & Remodeling

Photo of a traditional l-shaped kitchen in DC Metro with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

Eastchester Kitchen

A&B Contracting Co.

Chastity Cortijo
Inspiration for a small traditional u-shaped kitchen in New York with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, marble splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

Crisp and Clean Classic

Traci Connell Interiors

Traditional galley kitchen in Dallas with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

Transitional Kitchen & First Floor Old Glory Remodel - Yorkville

Redstart Construction, Inc.

Picture Perfect House
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a belfast sink, granite worktops, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, multicoloured worktops, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets and grey splashback.

White Kitchen with Dark Hardwood Flooring 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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