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World-Inspired Kitchen with a Built-in Sink Ideas and Designs

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Essence of Japan, Ealing, London
Essence of Japan, Ealing, London
Yoko Kloeden DesignYoko Kloeden Design
Small world-inspired u-shaped enclosed kitchen in London with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, beige splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, porcelain flooring, no island, grey floors and beige worktops.
Tansu - Asian Fusion
Tansu - Asian Fusion
Kitchen & Bath Concepts of PittsburghKitchen & Bath Concepts of Pittsburgh
Simone and Associates
Photo of a small world-inspired u-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, green splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, an island and wood worktops.
Gilbert Island Waterfront
Gilbert Island Waterfront
Cantoni IrvineCantoni Irvine
Large world-inspired l-shaped kitchen/diner in Orange County with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring and a breakfast bar.
Kona Renewal
Kona Renewal
Fine Design Interiors, Inc.Fine Design Interiors, Inc.
Ian Lindsey
Design ideas for a large world-inspired u-shaped kitchen/diner in Hawaii with flat-panel cabinets, an island, brown floors, a built-in sink, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood flooring.
Tiny Tea House
Tiny Tea House
Oregon Cottage CompanyOregon Cottage Company
Photo of a world-inspired u-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with a built-in sink, wood worktops, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and no island.
Traditional Bungalow In Kozhikode / Calicut
Traditional Bungalow In Kozhikode / Calicut
Mrigank Sharma PhotographyMrigank Sharma Photography
Inspiration for a world-inspired u-shaped kitchen in Other with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, no island, beige floors and white worktops.
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.
cabinette
cabinette
Offcut BerlinOffcut Berlin
Small world-inspired single-wall open plan kitchen in Berlin with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and no island.
アジアン キッチン
アジアン キッチン
Design ideas for a world-inspired galley kitchen/diner with a breakfast bar, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood worktops, light hardwood flooring, beige floors and beige worktops.
Calder Street House
Calder Street House
Charles Maccora DesignCharles Maccora Design
Medium sized world-inspired galley kitchen/diner in Geelong with a built-in sink, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors, white worktops and a vaulted ceiling.
Tropical Koa Kitchen & Entertainment Center
Tropical Koa Kitchen & Entertainment Center
Plus InteriorsPlus Interiors
The warm Koa wood cabinetry keeps the space grounded and the use of touch-to-open pillow edge doors adds a soft, clean look and eliminates the need for cabinet handles. The large island creates ample cook space and an easy flow through the kitchen and to the expansive deck beyond. Additional cabinets with glass door accents extend beyond the kitchen into an adjacent hallway for convenient storage of everyday items.
Curated Family Charmer
Curated Family Charmer
Andrea Schumacher InteriorsAndrea Schumacher Interiors
This Asian-inspired kitchen has a one-of-a-kind elephant wallpaper and a marble backsplash covering the walls. Stainless steel appliances and gold accents run throughout.
Berde Kanin
Berde Kanin
UL StudiosUL Studios
Laminate Counter tops were resurfaced by Miracle Method. Trim was added above and below standard laminate counter tops as well as lighting above and below. Hardware was changed out for simple brushed nickle. Butcher Block Counter top by Ikea. Tile from Wayfair. Bar Stools from Ikea. Lighting and Cabinet HArdware from Lowe's.
Boulder Kitchen Upgrade
Boulder Kitchen Upgrade
Prolithic DesignsProlithic Designs
Small world-inspired galley kitchen/diner in Denver with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, black appliances, a breakfast bar and yellow worktops.
南国カンツリー７番ホールの家
南国カンツリー７番ホールの家
シンケンスタイルシンケンスタイル
南国カンツリー７番ホールの家
This is an example of a world-inspired galley open plan kitchen in Fukuoka with light wood cabinets, wood worktops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige worktops, white splashback, medium hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Thin two-toned Shaker Kitchen
Thin two-toned Shaker Kitchen
ImprovaImprova
Discover the captivating charm of a sage green kitchen adorned with slender shaker cabinets and enriched by the natural warmth of timber floating shelves. The contemporary allure is elevated by bold black tapware, achieving a flawless harmony between modern sophistication and rustic appeal. Infused with timeless elegance and meticulous design, this kitchen is a showcase of enduring style.
Maharishi Vastu, Japanese-inspired; Jon Lipman as Maharishi Vastu architect
Maharishi Vastu, Japanese-inspired; Jon Lipman as Maharishi Vastu architect
Jonathan Lipman, AIAJonathan Lipman, AIA
Maharishi Vastu, Japanese-inspired, granite countertops, morning sun, recessed lighting
Photo of a large world-inspired u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Hawaii with a built-in sink, glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo flooring, an island, beige floors and green worktops.
Porta Venezia young bilocale
Porta Venezia young bilocale
Mariana MartiniMariana Martini
Cucina compatta - Appartamento bilocale per una giovane in centro Milano - Porta Venezia. Stile tropicale urbano, un mix tra la città urbana e un po' di verde per rendere tutto più accogliente e molto funzionale. Non ci sono eccessi ma c'è molto carattere.
Berde Kanin
Berde Kanin
UL StudiosUL Studios
Laminate Counter tops were resurfaced by Miracle Method. Trim was added above and below standard laminate counter tops as well as lighting above and below. Hardware was changed out for simple brushed nickle.
小淵沢の舎
小淵沢の舎
有限会社 栗原写真事務所有限会社 栗原写真事務所
写真／栗原 宏光　　設計／住まい塾・高橋修一+飯田千歳
This is an example of a world-inspired l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a built-in sink and a breakfast bar.

World-Inspired Kitchen with a Built-in Sink 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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