White Kitchen with Granite Worktops Ideas and Designs

Brian Pierce
This is an example of a traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and granite worktops.

Alameda Kitchen Remodel

Howells Architecture + Design

The new kitchen for this English-style 1920s Portland home was inspired by the classic English scullery—and Downton Abbey! A "royal" color scheme, British-made apron sink, and period pulls ground the project in history, while refined lines and modern functionality bring it up to the present. Photo: Anna M. Campbell

Modern Scientist Residence

Touzet Studio

Claudia Uribe Photography
This is an example of a large modern u-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with granite worktops, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, porcelain flooring and an island.

Aristokraft Cabinetry

Great Kitchens & Baths

These photos are credited to Aristokraft Cabinetry of Master Brand Cabinets out of Jasper, Indiana. Affordable, yet stylish cabinetry that will last and create that updated space you have been dreaming of.

Custom Built Home

Otero Signature Homes

Photo of a medium sized classic grey and cream l-shaped kitchen in Cleveland with raised-panel cabinets, limestone splashback, a submerged sink, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone flooring, a breakfast bar, beige floors and beige worktops.

Teri Turan

Turan Designs, Inc.

Design ideas for a contemporary grey and cream l-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with stainless steel appliances, a belfast sink, granite worktops, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback and stone tiled splashback.

Swann Wynd Bridge House - Kitchen

National Association of Home Builders

Emily Jenkins Followill Photographer
Photo of a large classic kitchen in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

Paneled Range Hood

Kitchen & Bath Design + Construction

Roll outs beneath the Viking gas cook top, extra drawers, base and tall cabinets, allow for the extra storage the homeowners requested. Photos by Chrissy Racho

Oakland Township new construction

Tutto Interiors

The custom designed stainless steel hood with stainless rack offset the opalescent tile back splash and a leaded glass transom window. Photography by Carlson Productions, LLC

Daniels Design Contemporary Kitchens

Daniels Design & Remodeling

Medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in DC Metro with green cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and grey worktops.

Flipping Fairmount

Curated by Castles

Small classic single-wall open plan kitchen in Dallas with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, black worktops and a vaulted ceiling.

West View Mid Century Modern Green Kitchen

Hive Home

In a home with just about 1000 sf our design needed to thoughtful, unlike the recent contractor-grade flip it had recently undergone. For clients who love to cook and entertain we came up with several floor plans and this open layout worked best. We used every inch available to add storage, work surfaces, and even squeezed in a 3/4 bath! Colorful but still soothing, the greens in the kitchen and blues in the bathroom remind us of Big Sur, and the nod to mid-century perfectly suits the home and it's new owners.

Balmoral Residence

Marilena Baynes Interior Design Studio

This kitchen was updated simply by changing the cabinet doors, back panel, concealing the exhaust and a new sink and tap.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Brisbane with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, beige floors and black worktops.

Hogar de Miguel

Leticia Yagüez Estudio

Medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Madrid with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, ceramic flooring, turquoise floors, grey worktops and no island.

Cherrybrook Kitchen

Dan Kitchens Australia

Nestled inside a beautiful modernist home that began its charismatic existence in the 70’s, you will find this Cherrybrook Kitchen. The kitchen design emanates warmth, elegance and beauty through the combination of textures, modern lines, luxury appliances and minimalist style. Wood grain and marble textures work together to add detail and character to the space. The paired back colour palette is highlighted by a dark wood grain but softened by the light shelving and flooring, offering depth and sophistication.

Custom Kitchen

DK Homes

Uniquely situated on a double lot high above the river, this home stands proudly amongst the wooded backdrop. The homeowner's decision for the two-toned siding with dark stained cedar beams fits well with the natural setting. Tour this 2,000 sq ft open plan home with unique spaces above the garage and in the daylight basement.

Kitchen and Bath In Chestnut Hill

Airy Kitchens

Photo of a medium sized traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Philadelphia with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate flooring, an island, grey floors, black worktops and white cabinets.

USSEL

Margot Le Métayer

Photo of a medium sized single-wall open plan kitchen in Bordeaux with black cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island and black worktops.

Rénovation d'un grand Appartement Parisien

Lagom architectes

Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Paris with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island, grey floors and white worktops.

Ada Traditional Kitchen Remodel

Hauschild Custom Builders

Inspiration for a medium sized classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Grand Rapids with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.

White Kitchen with Granite Worktops 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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