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World-Inspired Open Plan Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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Loft en centro de Málaga
Loft en centro de Málaga
Fana InteriorismoFana Interiorismo
Small world-inspired l-shaped open plan kitchen in Malaga with white cabinets, wood worktops, black appliances, ceramic flooring, a breakfast bar and multi-coloured floors.
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
Design ideas for a world-inspired galley open plan kitchen in Fukuoka with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, wood splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Ocean Front Luxury
Ocean Front Luxury
UserUser
Brad Peebles
This is an example of a large world-inspired open plan kitchen in Hawaii with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, composite countertops, stainless steel appliances, limestone flooring and multiple islands.
Un soffio di Giappone a Bologna
Un soffio di Giappone a Bologna
UserUser
Design ideas for a small world-inspired l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate countertops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, no island, grey floors and grey worktops.
Asian Kitchen
Asian Kitchen
Small world-inspired l-shaped open plan kitchen in Mumbai with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island and beige floors.
洗練のモダンデザインハウス
洗練のモダンデザインハウス
株式会社REGARD（リガード）株式会社REGARD（リガード）
白が映えるモダンスタイルのキッチン。背面収納の扉を黒にして引き締め、天井に木をあしらうことで存在感を際立たせています。天板の高さを低くして圧迫感をなくして、すっきりと見せながら、ダイニング側からも使いやすくしています。
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired single-wall open plan kitchen in Tokyo Suburbs with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, window splashback, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and white worktops.
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.
nionohama-apartment-house-renovation
nionohama-apartment-house-renovation
ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツ デザイン オフィス)ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツ デザイン オフィス)
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, stainless steel worktops, a breakfast bar, brown worktops, medium hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Waialae Residence
Waialae Residence
WhiteSpace ArchitectsWhiteSpace Architects
Inspiration for a large world-inspired l-shaped open plan kitchen in Hawaii with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and composite countertops.
Wrottesley Road, London, NW10
Wrottesley Road, London, NW10
Marsh & ParsonsMarsh & Parsons
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired galley open plan kitchen in London with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, brick splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and brown worktops.
ソトが広がる家
ソトが広がる家
株式会社 小沢工務店株式会社 小沢工務店
Photo of a world-inspired single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with stainless steel worktops, porcelain splashback, a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Rosemary Beach- Gulf front Home
Rosemary Beach- Gulf front Home
Grand Floridian Builders, Inc.Grand Floridian Builders, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with a double-bowl sink, beige cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, recessed-panel cabinets, granite worktops and dark hardwood flooring.
Ka'ulu Estates at Hualalai Resort
Ka'ulu Estates at Hualalai Resort
Carrie Nicholson, RB, BIC, HL1 DirectorCarrie Nicholson, RB, BIC, HL1 Director
Design ideas for a large world-inspired l-shaped open plan kitchen in Hawaii with a single-bowl sink, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances, travertine flooring and an island.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Architectural Design & ConstructionArchitectural Design & Construction
Tropical Light Photography.
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired u-shaped open plan kitchen in Hawaii with stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, orange splashback, stone slab splashback and an island.
Modern Craftsman Kitchen - Rutt Cabinetry | Kitchen Distributors
Modern Craftsman Kitchen - Rutt Cabinetry | Kitchen Distributors
Rutt Quality CabinetryRutt Quality Cabinetry
This handsome modern craftsman kitchen features Rutt’s door style by the same name, Modern Craftsman, for a look that is both timeless and contemporary. Features include open shelving, oversized island, and a wet bar in the living area. design by Kitchen Distributors photos by Emily Minton Redfield Photography
キッチン
キッチン
ART BOX 建築工房 一級建築士事務所ART BOX 建築工房 一級建築士事務所
西七区の家　Photo by：後藤健治
World-inspired galley open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, stainless steel worktops, an island, grey floors and brown worktops.
Hale Hano Hano a Kala
Hale Hano Hano a Kala
Pu'uwai Design & ConstructionPu'uwai Design & Construction
In the kitchen the plantation style detailing is seen in the traditional style sconce lights and oil rubbed bronze hardware. The white shaker cabinets make the kitchen feel light and airy while the ebony island adds contrast. The wicker stools and blinds add warmth to the otherwise white pallet. The glass pendants are seeded glass with hemp rope detailing, we continued the use of seeded glass on the glass cabinet doors to create a sense of continuity to the space.
小上がり畳リビングに調和する美しいキッチン
小上がり畳リビングに調和する美しいキッチン
rises株式会社rises株式会社
キッチン：Panasonic Lclass 床：石目柄フローリング 壁タイル：名古屋モザイク 　大理石モザイク フォーシーズンスプリング
Inspiration for a world-inspired galley open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, beige cabinets, composite countertops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, plywood flooring, beige floors, beige worktops and a wallpapered ceiling.
長湫の家／アイランドキッチンとアトリエのある家
長湫の家／アイランドキッチンとアトリエのある家
松原建築計画／matsubara architect design office松原建築計画／matsubara architect design office
2階リビング、ダイニング、キッチン。 家具職人が手掛けたアイランドキッチン
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired galley open plan kitchen in Nagoya with a built-in sink, light wood cabinets, wood worktops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, beige worktops, shaker cabinets, white splashback and tonge and groove splashback.
Wailea Golf Estates Residence
Wailea Golf Estates Residence
ARQUITECTURAARQUITECTURA
architect- Marc Taron Contractor- Brian Kanegai Landscape Architect- Bryan Maxwell photography- Dan Cunningham
This is an example of a world-inspired open plan kitchen in Hawaii with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble worktops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.

World-Inspired Open Plan 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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