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World-Inspired Enclosed Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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KITCHEN
KITCHEN
Sudaiva StudioSudaiva Studio
A galley kitchen with a dual tone blue and beige combination features a letter box window opening to the kitchen garden.
Design ideas for a world-inspired galley enclosed kitchen in Bengaluru with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, white appliances, black floors, black worktops and multiple islands.
Plantation Estates
Plantation Estates
KAHE ConstructionKAHE Construction
Expansive world-inspired galley enclosed kitchen in Hawaii with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood worktops, stainless steel appliances and multiple islands.
Kukio
Kukio
NicholsonNicholson
This is an example of a medium sized world-inspired single-wall enclosed kitchen in Hawaii with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, green splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island and beige floors.
Aqua Lane Shores
Aqua Lane Shores
Herscoe Hajjar Architects, LLCHerscoe Hajjar Architects, LLC
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Miami with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine flooring and an island.
Marin
Marin
Prescott Design Studio, LLCPrescott Design Studio, LLC
Anthony Dimaano Photography
Design ideas for a world-inspired galley enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with concrete worktops.
Turquoise Beach
Turquoise Beach
Archipelago Hawaii Luxury Home DesignsArchipelago Hawaii Luxury Home Designs
Beautiful plantation style Hawaiian home. Photography: Augie Salbosa
This is an example of a medium sized world-inspired enclosed kitchen in Hawaii with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, blue splashback, glass tiled splashback, integrated appliances, vinyl flooring, no island and grey floors.
Watten View
Watten View
The Scientist Pte LtdThe Scientist Pte Ltd
This is an example of a world-inspired u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Singapore with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, black splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement flooring, an island, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Empty Nesters Asian Kitchen
Empty Nesters Asian Kitchen
Kathy Marshall DesignKathy Marshall Design
The design challenge was clear to me as I pulled into the driveway of my clients seaside home. The home nestled into a wooded lot and beautiful pond looked like it was plucked out of the pacific Northwest. When I was initially interviewed my client was very clear, she and her husband no longer had tuition payments, it was their time to have the kitchen of their dreams. But I had to stick to tight guidelines, it was not an open check book, they did not want to change the footprint of their existing kitchen. They wanted high quality millwork, a great design, and high performing appliances. They wanted their kitchen to reflect a Asian style that was organic, beautiful and most of all functional. The kitchen needed to feel warm and inviting when they came home when it was just the two of them, but also be a true entertaining kitchen. The new kitchen needed to be designed so that both could be prepping and cooking together enjoying ones company, creating, and entering with friends. The appliance wish list was long, double ovens, microwave, a low profile hood, 36” cooktop and a built in refrigerator. The kitchen had to have continuos counters and frame out the views to the outside pond, teahouse and extensive gardens. A tall order....
Hillside House with Japanese Influences
Hillside House with Japanese Influences
UserUser
Brad Peebles
Small world-inspired single-wall enclosed kitchen in Hawaii with a double-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances and no island.
Gibsonia Craftsman with Asian Inspiration
Gibsonia Craftsman with Asian Inspiration
Kitchen & Bath Concepts of PittsburghKitchen & Bath Concepts of Pittsburgh
Craig Thompson Photography
Photo of a large world-inspired u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, granite worktops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, an island and brown floors.
Japanese Inspired Remodel in Noe Valley
Japanese Inspired Remodel in Noe Valley
Mark Brand ArchitectureMark Brand Architecture
The design of this remodel of a small two-level residence in Noe Valley reflects the owner's passion for Japanese architecture. Having decided to completely gut the interior partitions, we devised a better-arranged floor plan with traditional Japanese features, including a sunken floor pit for dining and a vocabulary of natural wood trim and casework. Vertical grain Douglas Fir takes the place of Hinoki wood traditionally used in Japan. Natural wood flooring, soft green granite and green glass backsplashes in the kitchen further develop the desired Zen aesthetic. A wall to wall window above the sunken bath/shower creates a connection to the outdoors. Privacy is provided through the use of switchable glass, which goes from opaque to clear with a flick of a switch. We used in-floor heating to eliminate the noise associated with forced-air systems.
Waialae Residence
Waialae Residence
WhiteSpace ArchitectsWhiteSpace Architects
Inspiration for a large world-inspired l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Hawaii with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
旧猪子家住宅
旧猪子家住宅
エムサンク_アーキテクト一級建築士事務所エムサンク_アーキテクト一級建築士事務所
昭和九年に建てられた旧猪子家住宅。朽ち果てる寸前であったこの建物を2015年から2017年に掛けて修繕した。 外観はそのままに、痛んでいるところを補修し、和室などは壁仕上げをやり直した。台所については、多少リフォームされたいたが、「たたき土間」や「水場」など、昔の「竈（くど）」ように改修した。
Medium sized world-inspired single-wall enclosed kitchen in Other with wood worktops, no island, beige floors and exposed beams.
Asian Inspired Modern Kitchen Renovation
Asian Inspired Modern Kitchen Renovation
Koch ArchitectsKoch Architects
This is an example of a medium sized world-inspired galley enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, engineered stone countertops and porcelain splashback.
Ranch Kitchen Renovation
Ranch Kitchen Renovation
Whitewash Studio ArchitectureWhitewash Studio Architecture
Ideas of a budget kitchen. This is the DIY Ikea kitchen. The advantages of this kitchen is the tremendous amount of storage space in a tight configuration.
Asian Twist
Asian Twist
Tali Hardonag ArchitectTali Hardonag Architect
Medium sized world-inspired galley enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with concrete flooring, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete worktops, green splashback, cement tile splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Leschi #2
Leschi #2
Tek-line Construction Inc.Tek-line Construction Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired enclosed kitchen in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, beaded cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances and an island.
BLANCO BRILLO
BLANCO BRILLO
KokenKoken
Las cocinas blancas gustan por la luminosidad que aportan pero si no quieres caer en un minimalismo excesivo, compénsalo con una encimera de madera.
Inspiration for a small world-inspired l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Madrid with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, no island, black floors and brown worktops.
2015 photos, Asian Contemporary, Brookhaven
2015 photos, Asian Contemporary, Brookhaven
San Luis Kitchen Co.San Luis Kitchen Co.
For an Asian contemporary design, we combined a light stained cherry veneer with dark (almost purple) oak. Taking advantage of the high ceiling, we created a 24" by 24" grid for the wall storage -- glass inserts applied judiciously. A beige travertine floor and porcelain tile counter and wall treatment round out the look. Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry, Brookhaven's Vista & Colony
Warm and Relaxing - Wagner Cabinetry
Warm and Relaxing - Wagner Cabinetry
Huggy Bear's CupboardsHuggy Bear's Cupboards
Nice relaxing kitchen to cook and entertain. With the warm colors and great light it is a wonderful space for family and friends. The contrasting island gives a nice bit of interest in the space.

World-Inspired Enclosed Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful world-inspired kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of world-inspired 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 world-inspired photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 Moroccan style 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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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