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Budget Kitchen with Engineered Stone Countertops Ideas and Designs

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Marinaside Kitchen
Marinaside Kitchen
Level One ConstructionLevel One Construction
Compatibility with existing structure This project involved rethinking the space by discovering new solutions within the same sq-footage. Through a development city permit process we were able to legally remove the enclosed solarium sliding doors and pocket-door to integrate the kitchen with the rest of the space. The result, two dysfunctional spaces now transformed into one dramatic and free-flowing space which fueled our client’s passion for entertaining and cooking. A unique challenge involved integrating the remaining wall “pillar” into the design. It was created to house the building plumbing stack and some electrical. By integrating the island’s main countertop around the pillar with 3”x6” ceramic tiles we are able to add visual flavour to the space without jeopardizing the end result. Functionality and efficient use of space Kitchen cabinetry with pull-out doors and drawers added much needed storage to a cramped kitchen. Further, adding 3 floor-to-ceiling pantries helped increase storage by more than 300% Extended quartz counter features a casual eating bar, with plenty of workspace and an undermounted sink for easy maintenance when cleaning countertops. A larger island with extra seating made the kitchen a hub for all things entertainment. Creativity in design and details Customizing out-of-the-box standard cabinetry gives full-height storage at a price significantly less than custom millwork. Housing the old fridge into an extra deep upper cabinet and incasing it with side gables created an integrated look to a “like-new” appliance. Pot lights, task lights, and under cabinet lighting was added using a 3-way remote controlled dimmer assuring great lighting on a dark day. Environmental considerations/features The kitchen features: low-flow motion sensor faucet. Low-voltage pot lights with dimmers. 3, 3-way dimmer switches with remote control technology to create amazing ambiance in an environmentally friendly way. This meant we didn’t need to run new 3-way wiring, open walls, thus, avoiding extra work and debris. Re using the “like-new” Energy-efficient appliances saved the client money.
Casa GL
Casa GL
SpazioNarchitettiSpazioNarchitetti
Dove prima c'era un ripostiglio senza luce è stato ricavato un luminoso angolo cottura aperto verso il soggiorno
White shaker with grey shaker island
White shaker with grey shaker island
Remodelers MartRemodelers Mart
KITCHEN - Backsplash - Subway 3" x 6" Beveled w/Glass+Metal Band
KITCHEN - Backsplash - Subway 3" x 6" Beveled w/Glass+Metal Band
Custom Surface SolutionsCustom Surface Solutions
Custom Surface Solutions (www.css-tile.com) - Owner Craig Thompson (512) 430-1215. This project shows a kitchen backsplash with Intercermaic White 3" x 6" beveled subway tile with glass and metal accent band.
Drummoyne
Drummoyne
Love Coming HomeLove Coming Home
Very modern and streamlined kitchen - walls were removed to open the space No handles, everything built in where possible Coffee machine behind bi-fold doors pull out shelves to increase the depth of cabinet space Stone bench top with stone waterfall ends to island Walk in pantry Canopy range hood, gas cook top and under bench oven Under mount sink Pendant lighting Soft close drawers and doors
naranjo
naranjo
SANTOS ESTUDIO LOGROÑOSANTOS ESTUDIO LOGROÑO
Amueblamiento de cocina en laminado blanco innsbruck de santos con encimera dekton entzo y equipo de electrodomesticos bsch en colaboración con RQH Logroño.
Studio apartment development
Studio apartment development
schemes & spacesschemes & spaces
Well equiped kitchenette and wardrobe
Kitchens
Kitchens
Teague Hunziker PhotographyTeague Hunziker Photography
©Teague Hunziker
Always Popular White
Always Popular White
Inndesign Inc.Inndesign Inc.
Modern Kitchen with gloss slab doors, glass lift doors. Staggered design. Large island with chrome trim. Satin nickel long bar pulls. LED lights.
Rancho Santa Fe Kitchenette
Rancho Santa Fe Kitchenette
La Costa Cabinets & DesignLa Costa Cabinets & Design
Cabinets by US Cabinet Depot: Tahoe Raised Panel Quartz Countertop by Ceaserstone: Atlantic Salt Hafele LED Under-cabinet Lighting
Keller Kitchen and Bath Update
Keller Kitchen and Bath Update
ZFE RenovationsZFE Renovations
naranjo
naranjo
SANTOS ESTUDIO LOGROÑOSANTOS ESTUDIO LOGROÑO
Amueblamiento de cocina en laminado blanco innsbruck de santos con encimera dekton entzo y equipo de electrodomesticos bsch en colaboración con RQH Logroño.
Making the most of intergenerational living ...
Making the most of intergenerational living ...
Refresh Renovations Auckland WestRefresh Renovations Auckland West
A function kitchen for large family, featuring brass handles and tap-ware, black appliances and fittings.
Dark-Cabinet Kitchen
Dark-Cabinet Kitchen
Touchstone Kitchen and BathTouchstone Kitchen and Bath
This kitchen remodel included opening up the wall behind the sink to create a more free flowing space. The island provides additional cooking and storage space. The dark cabinets contrasted with the lighter tile backsplash create an element of drama in this design.
Budget Traditional Kitchen Remodel
Budget Traditional Kitchen Remodel
Riverbend Building LLCRiverbend Building LLC
Unique, antiqued, white subway tiles with quartz countertops. Dark-stained, oak cabinetry and light gray vinyl plank flooring.
Fowler House
Fowler House
Studio Boise, LLCStudio Boise, LLC
Kitchen project - San Ramon, CA
Kitchen project - San Ramon, CA
W and W Builders Group Inc.W and W Builders Group Inc.
Kitchen project in San Ramon, flat panel white cabinets, glass tile backsplash, quartz counter top, custom small island, engineered floors. timeless look..
Logan Square Apartment Rehab
Logan Square Apartment Rehab
Northwood Services, LLCNorthwood Services, LLC
Remodeled Apartment kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, quartz counter-tops, open upper shelving, shaker-style white cabinets with soft-close doors & brushed nickel hardware, hardwood floors, & recessed can lighting
Rustic Kitchen Reno
Rustic Kitchen Reno
Refined House, LLCRefined House, LLC
Kitchen Remodels
Kitchen Remodels
Aspen Kitchens Inc.Aspen Kitchens Inc.

Budget Kitchen with Engineered Stone Countertops 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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