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Coastal Chic
Coastal Chic
Lynni Megginson Designs, LLCLynni Megginson Designs, LLC
Ivory cabinetry is complemented by dramatic gray and cream granite on the 10' kitchen island. Rattan barstools have been painted glossy gray and slipcovered with orange Sunbrella fabric for a punch of color. Photo courtesy of Tamara Knight Photography
Edwardian Family Terrace
Edwardian Family Terrace
Alberts House LtdAlberts House Ltd
Shaker kitchen cabinets were painted in a deep green to highlight the brass hardware. Carrara marble worktops and reclaimed oak on the island complete the scheme for a bespoke individual finish.
Fantasy Brown Quartzite by Bradley Stone Industries
Fantasy Brown Quartzite by Bradley Stone Industries
Bradley Stone IndustriesBradley Stone Industries
Designers at Hurst Design Build Remodeling and their client chose a gorgeous natural stone countertop called quartzite. The color is Fantasy Brown and the eased edge is pencil round. Bradley Stone Industries designed, fabricated and installed the quartzite surfaces. We do not have details on the rest of the kitchen designed by Hurst Design Build Remodeling.
UPDATED CLASSICS
UPDATED CLASSICS
Susan Glick InteriorsSusan Glick Interiors
Merging classic style with sustainable materials
Merging classic style with sustainable materials
UserUser
The pantry is accessed by two beautiful sliding barn board doors. A blend of classic style and reclaimed materials creates an organic and stylish kitchen space. Photography by Eric Roth
Cleburne Kitchen Remodel
Cleburne Kitchen Remodel
The Cabinetry and Tile StudioThe Cabinetry and Tile Studio
Refinished kitchen cabinets, new countertops, plumbing fixtures, backsplash and floor. Removed wallpaper, painted walls and ceiling. Convert ceiling lighting to LED and added undercabinet lighting. Paint: Walls – Sherwin Williams Seashell Gray in a satin finish Ceiling – Sherwin Williams Flat White Perimeter cabinets - Sherwin Williams High Reflective White in a Satin finish Island – Sherwin Williams Semi-Sweet in a Satin Finish Countertop – 3cm Vicostone Statuario Polished Quartz Sink – Blanco Silgranite 60/40 Metal Grey Faucet – Delta 9197ARDST with hand spray Backsplash – 3” x 6” Matte Artic White Bevel Glazed Ceramic tile installed in a Herringbone pattern Floor tile – 12” x 24” Silk Elegant Glazed Porcelain installed in a staggered brick pattern
Cuisine contemporaine épurée blanc/bois avec carreaux de ciment
Cuisine contemporaine épurée blanc/bois avec carreaux de ciment
Cuisinella Paris 11 RépubliqueCuisinella Paris 11 République
Cuisinella Paris 11 Référence Cuisinella : Light Jet Blanc Brillant Caisson : Chene Honey Poignée intégrée : Jet Plan de travail : Chene Honey & blanc brillant Crédit photo : Agence Meero
Kennedy Project - Kitchen Remodeling in Gaithersburg, MD
Kennedy Project - Kitchen Remodeling in Gaithersburg, MD
USA Cabinet Store FairfaxUSA Cabinet Store Fairfax
Madisonville Farmhouse Kitchen | Custom Amish Cabinets.
Madisonville Farmhouse Kitchen | Custom Amish Cabinets.
Cabinets by DesignCabinets by Design
beautifully handcrafted, painted and glazed custom Amish cabinets.
Organic Modern in Mamaroneck
Organic Modern in Mamaroneck
Studio DearbornStudio Dearborn
A colonial waterfront home in Mamaroneck was renovated to add this expansive, light filled kitchen with a rustic modern vibe. Solid maple cabinetry with inset slab doors color matched to Benjamin Moore Super White. Brick backsplash with white cabinetry adds warmth to the cool tones in this kitchen. A rift sawn oak island features plank style doors and drawers is a rustic contrast to the clean white perimeter cabinetry. Perimeter countertops in Caesarstone are complimented by the White Macauba island top with mitered edge. Concrete look porcelain tiles are low maintenance and sleek. Copper pendants from Blu Dot mix in warm metal tones. Cabinetry and design by Studio Dearborn. Appliances--Wolf, refrigerator/freezer columns Thermador; Bar stools Emeco; countertops White Macauba. Photography Tim Lenz.
Big and Bright Lakeside Kitchen
Big and Bright Lakeside Kitchen
KOR Interior DesignKOR Interior Design
Troy Thies
Newton Kitchen and Family Room Renovation
Newton Kitchen and Family Room Renovation
Sarah Cole InteriorsSarah Cole Interiors
Photo by Jared Kuzia
Eat in Kitchen with Built in Booth
Eat in Kitchen with Built in Booth
Denise Quade DesignDenise Quade Design
A built in booth area is a perfect spot for this family to gather for meals and do homework. Four bar stools at the island is a great casual spot for people to gather.
Leschi House
Leschi House
Donnally ArchitectsDonnally Architects
Kitchen with ample storage and daylight
Sleek & Functional Kitchen Layout - An Aptos Ranch Style Remodel
Sleek & Functional Kitchen Layout - An Aptos Ranch Style Remodel
Urbana Design StudioUrbana Design Studio
After much debate on appliances and appliances garages, the clients opted for a sleek, functional aluminum appliance garage roll up that houses all of the small appliances. We also convinced them to install a Miele steam oven for quick and easy meals and entertaining. Kate Falconer Photography
Traditional Kitchen
Traditional Kitchen
Toluca Lake
Toluca Lake
Jocelyne Borys DesignJocelyne Borys Design
Kenneth Preston
Rolling Hills Estates - Sprawling Ranch – Great Room kitchen
Rolling Hills Estates - Sprawling Ranch – Great Room kitchen
OCTOBER 5 Fine Home BuildersOCTOBER 5 Fine Home Builders
adamtaylorphotos.com
Reborn Cabinets Kitchen Reface - Irvine, CA
Reborn Cabinets Kitchen Reface - Irvine, CA
Reborn Cabinets Inc.Reborn Cabinets Inc.
“We want to redo our cabinets…but my kitchen is so small!” We hear this a lot here at Reborn Cabinets. You might be surprised how many people put off refreshing their kitchen simply because homeowners can’t see beyond their own square footage. Not all of us can live in a big, sprawling ranch house, but that doesn’t mean that a small kitchen can’t be polished into a real gem! This project is a great example of how dramatic the difference can be when we rethink our space—even just a little! By removing hanging cabinets, this kitchen opened-up very nicely. The light from the preexisting French doors could flow wonderfully into the adjacent family room. The finishing touches were made by transforming a very small “breakfast nook” into a clean and useful storage space.
Riverview Park
Riverview Park
Hagaman Construction CompanyHagaman Construction Company

Affordable Kitchen with an Island 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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