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85 Kitchen Design Ideas - Remodeling Ideas for Interior Design
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Make It Feel Extra Homey
Katie Newburn
Just because your kitchen doesn't get a ton of natural light doesn't mean it can't have a sunny disposition. The cheerful yellow wallpaper in Shavonda Gardner's kitchen proves it. Featuring unlacquered copper pots, soapstone counters that quickly patina, and a simple central dining table instead of a kitchen island, the kitchen's lived-in atmosphere instantly makes anyone who enters feel right at home.
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Place Extra Chairs in Low-Traffic Corners
Annie Schlechter
If the space is small, play around with fun wallpaper. Something with a little sheen will make the room gleam... even if you haven't gotten to the dishes in, uh, a while. Sheila Bridges also opted for a complementary fabric on these accent chairs to enhance the blues throughout and tucked them in a low-traffic corner for convenience.
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Use Statement Fabric for Seating
Nicole Franzen
Designer Kristin Fine gave her classic farmhouse a modern twist with glossy zellige tiles on the walls, Calacatta marble from ABC Stone on the counters, and vintage opaline pendants, black flush mounts, and vintage stools reupholstered in a mossy Pierre Frey fabric. The exposed beams maintain the countryside roots of the home and the pale green tones honor the forest views outside.
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Start With One Accent Piece
Haris Kenjar
This kitchen was designed around the homeowners's inherited ceramic collection. She told designer Andy Beers of Ore Studios that she wanted the blue midcentury serve ware and tableware to anchor the entire space, so they mixed in open cubbies and added splashes of red for a vibrant yet straightforward color palette.
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Remodel Cabinet Uppers to Optimize Storage
Heidi Caillier Design
If your kitchen wall is lined with windows, consider adding a pretty treatment that doesn't totally block the light, like cafe curtains, and make sure your lower cabinets can take care of most of the storage needs. This way, you can forgo lining the wall with uppers. Instead, install one strategic column. Heidi Caillier customized the open shelves for cookbooks, plates, drinkware, and even artwork.
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Consider the Whole Home
Thijs de Leeuw/Space Content/Living Inside
Designer Nicole Dohmen of Atelier ND only set one rule when embarking on this kitchen remodel: “No more pink!” The rest of the home is dominated by rosy hues, so to prevent it from taking over the kitchen while still ensuring flow with the surrounding rooms, so went with earthy tones on the cabinets.
Violet still makes an appearance in the Calacatta marble counter and backsplash zellige tiles, and a dusty blush tone veils the ceiling.
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Paint Faux Floor Tiles
Read McKendree
Hang cafe curtains for a sweet, playful feel and a touch of privacy without totally blocking light, and then use a matching wallpaper or fabric to line glass-enclosed cabinets for cohesion and hidden storage. Kevin Isbell brought the blue and cream print on his to life by painting the floors a fun, checked pattern.
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Take Inspiration from Professional Kitchens
Studio Diaa
Super-sleek yet also cozy, this kitchen designed by Studio DIAA blends farmhouse elements, like rustic wooden stools and blond shiplap ceilings, with more industrial materials for a balanced whole. The skylight along with the task pendant allows for optimal light while cooking.
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Lean Into Eclecticism
Romanek Design Studio
This kitchen by Romanek Design Studio proves that balance is everything. The dark, moody tile walls, sleek backsplash, and stainless steel appliances assert an undeniably glam aesthetic while the wood and brass tones ground the space and give it that classic California warmth. The bohemian runner also adds just enough color and fun.
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Bounce Light With Dramatic Black Tiles
Chris Mottalini
Designed by Nanette Brown, this striking kitchen is covered in glossy black subway tiles. Not only does that make all the surfaces super easy to clean, but it also helps bounce light and creates a cozy mood to really make the most of the small galley kitchen.
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Hide Your Hood With Tiles
Heidi Caillier
Cover your hood in the same material as your backsplash to make it look sleek and clean.
Here, interior designer Heidi Caillier camouflaged a bulky appliance with zellige tiles.
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Cheer Things Up With Happy Paint Colors
Amy Neunsinger
Nickey Kehoe opted for a cream and pale yellow color scheme to lean into the warmth of the wood counters and terracotta floor tiles in this small pool house kitchen. The diamond cutouts in the cabinets add another punch of soothing symmetry.
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Make a Mini Hidden Pantry
George Ross
Since not all pantry goods and appliances can fit in the main part of this kitchen in a great room designed by Brigitte Pearce, she decided to optimize a closet so that it's easily accessible from the cooking zone but also hidden from view in the lounge area. Textured glass pocket doors and bright red cabinets create a stylish surprise.
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Repurpose Storage Unites
Luca Trovato
When you run out of cabinet space, just repurpose a dresser or armoire to house all of your plates, glasses, and serveware.
Francophile Stephen Schubel gave his modest California cottage the royal treatment with antique gilded pieces and an Edwardian plaster cabinet.
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Hide Ugly Views With Stained Glass
LAURE JOLIET
Stained glass is both good looking and clever. Reath Design blocked a view of the driveway and enhanced street-level privacy by replacing glass panes with colorfully painted ones. This is a great option when you want to introduce color and obstruct a view without blocking all the natural light.
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Hang On Theme Artwork
Julian Wass
This misty green in a kitchen by Gary McBournie feels beachy, but it's also classic. Neutral décor, like a sisal rug, fresh marble counters, and oceanic artwork, strikes the balance between casual and formal in an open kitchen, too. That contrast is the key to making a tiny space feel dynamic.
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Mirror Your Surfaces
Dries Otten
If you love shiny stainless steel and edgy mirrored surfaces, take the metallic look to the next level with a gold mirrored island. In this kitchen designed by Dries Otten, the island brings some glamour to the playful elements throughout, like the single pendant light, swirls of pink marble, and cobalt blue loft railing above.
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Choose an Adventurous Wallpaper
James Merrell
This swirly wallpaper proves that making adventurous design decisions can pay off. In this kitchen designed by Rita Konig, the wallpaper in question is Antoinette Poisson's Jaipur. We love it even more paired with the rich purple-veined marble and painted cabinets. To protect it from water damage, Konig added an invisible glass over the wallpaper between the counter and cabinets.
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Tuck Away Extra Appliances
MICHAEL PERSICO
Designed by Matthew Ferrarini, this kitchen is bursting with ingenious small-space solutions. He used folding wood pocket doors to conceal the entire counter and cabinet area against the wall. This would be a major game-changer in a studio apartment.
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Mix Different Tones of One Color
KARYN R MILLET
This Eric Olsen kitchen has serious tile game. If you live by the coast but want something moodier or you simply love blue, take not from the rich navy, gray, and cobalt tones throughout.
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Add an Extra Sink
Reath Design
An extra sink in this California kitchen by Reath Design doubles as a place to arrange flowers, thanks to a spacious worktop corner nestled into a bright corner.
The designers created extra storage below the sink for tools and other essentials by hanging pleated curtains from rods. The skirt, exposed bricks, terra cotta tiles, and pendant lamp all bring a country feel to the mode modern marble.
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Never Underestimate the Accents
STEPHAN JULLIARD
Now this is how you light up a room. In this Parisian apartment by Studio Razavi, the dramatically large, undulating pendant opens everything up in one sweep. A fun magenta carafe adds a pop of color to the industrial kitchen.
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Paint the Ceiling
Dominique Vorillon
Architecture and ornamental wall detailing make this kitchen whimsical—and just a touch dramatic. The lavender swirls of paint on a buttercream backdrop complement the elaborate blue chandelier, too. Then the classic, neutral cabinets and island ground the space.
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Add Greenery or an Herb Garden
Hecker Guthrie
No room for a greenhouse or garden in your home? Start a mini plant collection in the kitchen instead. This way, you can exercise your green thumb and liven up the room (bonus: plant herbs for a truly useful indoor garden). In this kitchen designed by Hecker Guthrie, the glass cabinets add interest without making it feel cluttered.
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Lean Into Your Fancy Side
DOUGLAS FRIEDMAN
Lacquer, marble, tiles, oh my! This fabulously over-the-top kitchen designed by Michelle Nussbaumer isn't afraid to have fun. For a similar look, choose a backsplash that corresponds with the kitchen island and then use tile on the floors.
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Blend It All Together
David Tsay
A pale green blends seamlessly between the kitchen and dining area of this "jungalow," by Justina Blakeney, especially when paired with the Moroccan clay tile backsplash and ombre dining bar stools in the living room.
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Embrace Existing Quirks
PHOTO: Matthew Williams; DESIGN: Studio DB
Rather than seeing the exposed pipe in this kitchen as a design flaw, Studio DB saw an opportunity for a fun pop of red. Now it looks like an edgy, industrial, unique, and colorful accent that anchors the kitchen and puts the stylish breakfast nook in the spotlight.
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Try a Glass Backsplash
Danielle Colding
Subway tile isn't your only backsplash option. Danielle Colding used a glass backsplash for a shinier, more modern and cosmopolitan touch in this city apartment. It goes perfectly with the lacquered cabinets.
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Forgo Closed Cabinets
MARCO BERTOLINI
Hang cloth curtains in front of your bottom shelves to hide storage essentials instead of opting for classic cabinets—like in this boldly-colored kitchen architect Viola Simoncioni created for her own home.
It feels decidedly more retro and adds some movement.
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Try an Accent Wall
Danielle Colding
When space is limited, you have to find creative ways to add a little fancy flair. Here, interior designer Danielle Colding added a powder blue accent wall and a sculpture but kept everything else glistening and white. The Chanel tray on the counter for serving also doubles as decor.
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Paint Your Interior Cabinets
Arent & Pyke
An inky, marine blue will ground a kitchen in an open space and feel more formal than a light color without being as moody and as dark as black. We also love the idea of painting the interior cabinets a color that corresponds with an accent piece in the room, like this orange cabinet designed by Arent & Pyke to match the carpet.
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Add a Serving Window
Romanek Design Studio
As seen in this Malibu kitchen by Romanek Design Studio, a serving window makes spaces feel more open and air but they also make life easier.
Even better, they typically connect the kitchen to a backyard or deck space and promote indoor/outdoor living, so they're especially popular if you live somewhere warm and love to host al fresco dinners.
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Rethink the Tile Pattern
Jenn Feldman Design
For this Los Angeles kitchen, Jenn Feldman Designs chose a tonal grout to blend in with the navy tile, which is set in a refreshingly unexpected chevron pattern. It feels unexpected and interesting but fits in well since it matches the lower cabinets.
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Go Big With Open Shelves
Eric Ray Davidson
Have fun with open shelving, stacking plates and adding items that bring personality to the room as a whole. Try framed photos, candlesticks, and art. The retro red appliances are also definitely worth investing in if you love color and nostalgia.
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Splurge on Stone Materials
Werner Straube
In this kitchen designed by Corey Damen Jenkins, the wood tones, brown marble swirls, and beige bar stools warm up the crisp white staples while the metallic accents add some glam. Jenkins says the granite "was a bit of a sell. I told the clients to look at it as art. Of course, now it's their favorite thing."
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Lacquer Your Cabinets
Francesco Lagnese
Go glam with a high-gloss deep red reminiscent of wine. The robust, full color adds so much depth and glamour. Proof? This kitchen by Nick Olsen, where geometric tiles pump things up to the next level.
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Add an Island Extensione
Hecker Guthrie
The light wood tones and metallic pendant warm up the otherwise cool space in this kitchen designed by Hecker Guthrie.
This space also proves that a bistro round bistro table situated over the island makes a classic kitchen layout so much more interesting. And it's even fresher when you paint your bar stools a buoyant shade of mint green hue and hang a copper pendant light overhead.
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Alternate Finishes
deVOL Kitchens
We're really digging the alternating black and gray stained wood cabinets in this deVOL kitchen. The varied tones (plus texture) adds interest to a neutral space. The sandy beige walls keep things neutral but warms thing a little more than a crisp white or super light gray. The shearling chair cover warms up, too, and the interior window creates flow and spreads the light.
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Accomodate the Pets
DAVID A. LAND
Designed by Matthew Quinn, this kitchen island was customized with a dog bed to accomodate the family's best friend.
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Use Your Surroundings as Inspo
Nicole Franzen
This coral pink kitchen is like being on vacation all year long. With rattan and bamboo staples and a fresh coat of cheerful pink paint, it's quirky, upbeat, and unique without being too over-the-top. If your home is somewhere warm or tropical, follow suite.
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Dress Up With Gold
Arent & Pyke
There's nothing quite like metallic to make your interiors pop. Opt for a brushed gold finish on the kitchen cabinets and introduce more down to earth materials like jute to make sure it isn't too flashy, like in this Arent & Pyke-designed kitchen.
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Go Retro
deVOL Kitchens
This retro-inspired deVOL kitchen is a beautiful blend of classic English design with contemporary functionality.
The glass cabinet customized to fit right into the corner and looks beautiful with the baby pink paint and Kelly green backsplash. And of course, that wood-burning fireplace drives home the charm.
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Invest In Appliances
DOUGLAS FRIEDMAN
When there's not much you can do with a cramped space without making it feel even smaller, add a rug. It'll warm it up, and add color and pattern without overwhelming your kitchen. Interior designer Michelle Nussbaumer also chose a warm color palette and packs plenty of texture-rich materials into the small space.
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Be Thoughtful of Spacial Relation
Arent & Pyke
There's a lot to love about this kitchen designed by Arent & Pyke, but we're particularly impressed by the careful, asymmetrical balance happening here. The hood leans to the right of the room, as do the bar stools, which is subtlety reflected in the cream lumbar pillow camouflaging into the sofa.
Meanwhile, the linear floating shelf in line with the hood as well as the light fixture, island counter, and sofa form a soothing sense of symmetry.
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Use a Unique Stain
deVOL Kitchens
If you prefer the look of unpainted wood but also like to play with colors, consider dyeing your wood cabinets a unique color. In this deVOL kitchen, the aubergine island and lower corner cabinet is super unexpected. We're also loving all the exposed beams and casual floor tiling.
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Use Metal Grates
David A Land
Can't decide between glass display cabinets and solid cabinets? Try this happy medium. The metal grates allow for partial visibility and add a shiny touch.
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Take Design Risks With Lighting
PHOTO: Anson Smart; DESIGN: Arent & Pyke
Lighting provides the perfect opportunity to play with design, and scale in the kitchen.
Arent & Pyke clustered a pair of long, narrow cylindrical pendants to offset the formality of this kitchen instead of going with a classic pendant light over the island.
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Set the Scene
deVOL Kitchens
Contemporary kitchen or dreamy Victorian bistro? Everything in this deVOL kitchen contributes to the narrative of European nostalgia, from the olive green Smeg refrigerator camouflaging against the House of Hackney wallpaper to the wrought iron window boxes fastened to the skylight niches. We're in love.
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Forgo Overhead Cabinets
Catherine Kwong
The narrow shape of the a galley kitchen tends to present some spacial challenges. In this one designed by Catherine Kwong, the designer opened things up by ditching upper cabinets in favor of a floating shelf. Opting for sconces instead of a flush mount or pendant helps make the ceilings feel a little higher, too.
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Repurpose Old Items
PHOTO: Reid Rolls
Leanne Ford is the queen of revamping beat up and outdated things. Case in point? This rustic kitchen island. The tin bucket also looks upscale filled with a gorgeous bouquet of roses, as do the walls, thanks to a fresh coat of paint—in Ford's favorite color.
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Bring in a Subtle Egde
PHOTO: Preston Schlebusch; DESIGN: Studio DB
Concrete floors brings an understated edge to this kitchen designed by Studio DB. While classic hardwood panels or fun colorful tiles would also work well in this family home, the sleek grittiness of concrete is a welcome surprise.
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Hang Plants
deVOL Kitchens
This country chic kitchen by deVOL is so full of life.
The light yellow-painted beams fill it with a sunny energy while the hanging plants and framed plant print make it feel fresh and easygoing, as do the laidback terra cotta floor tiles.
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Use Creative Shelving
Romanek Design Studio
Use open shelving to add to the utilitarian feel that's still stylish. In this kitchen, Romanek Design Studio opted for a shelving unit that didn't require any renovations and complements the formal black marble surfaces as well as the more casual tile floors.
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Play Up Architectural Quirks
Mikhail Loskutov
Stained glass, but make it 21st century. If you live in a space that has quirky interior windows (fun fact that I learned at the Tenement Museum: Many old apartment buildings have them because they were built to increase air circulation as a preventative measure against tuberculosis), here's how to make them look intentional and incredibly stylish.
In his Brooklyn apartment, Crosby Studios designer Harry Nuriev now gets to look through a rose-colored window every day. He used cut-to-size plexiglass from a shop on Canal street, according to Architectural Digest.
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Make It Moody
Fantastic Frank
There's nothing sexier than matte black when it comes to kitchen paint colors. Except, that is, when you cover the bottom of the overhead cabinets with a gold mirrored material.
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Use Tile as a Transition
Lisa Romerein
Try a bold tile to bridge the transition between a darker and lighter colors. We're obsessed with the blue encaustic tile in this kitchen by Steve Pallrand, especially when warmed up by classic wood cabinets and a little plant collection.
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Lay a Round Rug
Nicole Franzen
Instead of opting for a narrow runner in the kitchen, bring in a round jute rug to warm things up.
This shape will work especially well in an open kitchen without a rectangular island breaking up the space.
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Have Fun With Backsplash
deVOL Kitchens
When it comes to a backsplash, let your imagination run wild. This eclectic turquoise deVOL kitchen gets a surge of graphic style from the artful backsplash. The retro appliances and farmhouse dining table maintain the homey feel.
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Forget the Kitchen Island
PHOTO: Reid Rolls; DESIGN: Leanne Ford Interiors
If you're kitchen is blessed with tons of counter room for cooking and you want to try something different with the leftover space, fill it with a dining table instead. Choose something with similar proportions, like a large rustic dining table, to achieve a similar layout but with a new twist. We're also into the hide area rug under the table in this kitchen designed by Leanne Ford—it's a the perfect dose of warmth.
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Make Glassware Pop
deVOL Kitchens
Why hide your favorite glassware behind closed cabinets when they can be displayed out in the open, doubling as decor? The magenta wine glasses in this deVOL Kitchens townhouse accentuate the statement sofa.
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Spice Up the Island
Arent & Pyke
A folded effect over the edge of the multi-hued island in this Arent & Pyke kitchen feels fresh and fun while keeping the room understated. The circle motif repeats in the pendant light and as a unique custom handle pull on the cabinets.
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Paint the Floors
Savage Gibson
In this bright kitchen , the spring green painted hardwood floors feel like a warm welcome. The framed print, linen curtains, and striped ares rug carry that sentiment throughout the space.
Another important takeaway? A bar cart is probably the finishing touch you didn't know you need in a narrow kitchen without an island.
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Let the Light Pour In
PHOTO: Felix Forest; DESIGN: Arent & Pyke
Aside from being calming and aesthetically pleasing, having plenty of natural light makes the kitchen a lot easier to work in. When starting from scratch, think about your layout strategically so the spaces where you do the most work are closest to the windows, like the sink placement in this kitchen designed by Arent & Pyke. Then, then add task lighting under the cabinets far away from overhead and natural light.
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Open It Up With Interior Glass
Hecker Guthrie
This space designed by Hecker Guthrie is a happy medium between an open floor plan and a closed/ split floor plan thanks to the interior glass doors framing the dining room.
The dramatic effect is amplified by the light fixture over the dining table, which also helps transition the kitchen to the rest of the space.
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Try Something Unexpected
David Duncan Livingston
Burnt orange cabinets are unexpected, but add a rustic touch to a kitchen. To add to the effect, hand-forged iron lanterns were hung, but painted white inside to reflect more light onto the island. Copy this slim kitchen island if your space is small since it gets the job done without looking out of scale.
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Paint It Two Tones
deVOL Kitchens
Why settle for one color when you could have two? Just make sure you choose two complimentary colors so nothing clashes, like the muted mint green and dusty rose pink in this deVOL kitchen. The wood elements and traditional design balance things out nicely, too.
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Try A French Brasserie Look
Bjorn Wallender
The decorative brass grilles and accents around the stovetop, plus the white pendant lights give this renovated kitchen by Summer Thornton a French brasserie feel. Storage baskets under the kitchen island table dress things down just a touch.
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Use All Available Space
Sara Tramp
Designed by Velinda Hellen of Emily Henderson Design, this kitchen uses every square each strategically. Since it's tiny, every nook and cranny matters, from the storage basket above the sink to the wall hooks on the side of the cabinet and two-tier floating shelves.
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Make Marble The Main Attraction
Björn Wallander
Don't be afraid to go marble crazy, from the backsplashes to the countertops and even the floors.
The slabs of barely gray honed Carrara marble covering the kitchen of Maxwell Ryan's Hamptons home make for a clean, airy look.
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Create A Party On Your Floor
House Beautiful
An orange checkerboard floor brightens up this mostly white kitchen by Gary McBournie, while the contrasting blue door adds a quirky touch. Translation: Loosen up and opt for bold colors.
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Think Practically With Seating
Ngoc Minh Ngo
Barstools with a back are objectively more comfortable for posting up at the kitchen island. They're also a safer option for kiddos at the kitchen counter, a consideration Barrie Benson surely made in this family home.
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Accent With Brass
deVOL Kitchens
These creamy light brown walls in a gorgeous deVOL kitchen make for the perfect backdrop.
The deep blue-gray kitchen island mixed with cool marble surfaces and brass hardware is such a beautifully surprising combination with the strong, earthy walls. Swapping out hardware is an easy way to liven up an all-white kitchen. Choose brass to add a bit of elegance.
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Drop Your Floor
Annie Schlechter
A dropped floor makes a rustic kitchen feel even larger and special. The exposed wood beams in the ceiling of this kitchen by Jane Hawkins Hoke give it that farmhouse vibe while the fresh coat of paint and pristine condition assure a contemporary, clean atmosphere.
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Pick A Bold Color
Amy Neunsinger
Take blue and white to the next level with a vibrant burst of cobalt, like in this dreamy kitchen by Mark D. Sikes. It makes a statement but still feels classic and is simply perfect for a coastal beach house (or just someone who wishes they lived a little closer to the ocean).
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Draw the Eye Up
deVOL Kitchens
Though most of us don't love the look of old heating furnaces in the kitchen, there's not a great alternative. Draw the eye upward with a hanging structure as done here in this deVOL kitchen. Whether you display wind chimes or hang your linens here, it'll come in handy beyond it's aesthetic value.
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Make It Monochrome
Jonny Valiant
A glazed backsplash and weathered oak island feel sleek and sexy in this kitchen by Jon de la Cruz. Plus, the hanging rack is functional and stylish. If you love the monochrome look but want a little more soul, take note.
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Get a Wood Island to Ground the Room
Jennifer Hughes
Crafted from walnut, imbuia, and anigre, the nearly 11-foot-long island in this kitchen by Richard Anuszkiewicz was inspired by English antiques.
Elegance to the max.
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Contrast Textures to Make it Feel Historic
Lisa Romerein
The contrast between the rustic stonework and streamlined stainless steel appliances give this French-inspired kitchen by Inga L. Rehmann a serious wow factor. To maximize entertaining space, downsize an island and add a trestle table with stools.
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Make Purposeful Updates
Victoria Pearson
You don't have to re-do your whole kitchen to make a statement. This kitchen by Frances Merrill has existing countertops and white range, but the cabinets were painted and hexagonal terracotta floor tiles were added, as well as open shelves.
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Try A Statement Ceiling
Eric Piasecki
A green gingham ceiling and pea-green cabinets by designer Gideon Mendelso give an otherwise classic kitchen some cool points.
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Choose Dramatic Lighting
Björn Wallander
For an oversized island, like in this Charleston kitchen by Jill sharp Weeks, you need statement lighting of the same scale and proportion .These iron pendants add drama and necessary light without being too over-the-top.
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Make It Indoor/Outdoor
This kitchen designed by Amber Interiors is California dream. With a floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall door that leads outside, you can enjoy the fresh air at all times. Plus, the light sheers blowing in the wind add an ethereal vibe. Pro tip: Customize glass cabinetry that stretches up to the feeling so it'll feel even more open.
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Use Taller Kitchen Storage
Eric Piasecki
The subtle color in this kitchen bring a coziness to the space, but don't distract from its traditional style.
And we need to talk about that insanely cool rolling ladder. Plus, it'll keep things organized.
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Create A Chalkboard Bar
Alec Hemer
A chalkboard wall, like in this kitchen by Erin Martin and Kim Dempster, is the most fun way to show off your weekend brunch menu. (Plus, now you don't have to worry about your kids drawing on the walls).
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What are the 5 main types of kitchen layouts?
House Beautiful
Galley Kitchen: This is as about straightforward as it gets, with two parallel rows of counters, appliances, and storage built-ins along two opposite walls. Galley kitchens tend to be especially popular in small spaces since they work well with standard sizing and also only require two rows with a narrow aisle for standing room.
Straight Kitchen: Straight kitchens are common in small spaces and open floor plan living environments.
Unlike the galley, all of the appliances, storage elements, and countertops occupy a single wall while the other wall is optimized with decor or strategic storage. Or, if the room isn't enclosed, it opens right up into a larger space. One of the best ways to separate the kitchen area from the living space in this context is to add a piece of furniture, like a small island, that doubles the counter room and visually sections off each area.
L-Shape Kitchen: This kitchen layout also takes up two walls. The sink, dishwasher, and refrigerator are along one wall or row while the stove is in line with the island or on the corner wall, forming an L-shape. It's a great go-to for busy cooks who do a lot of meal prep and appreciate an easy cleanup job.
U-Shape Kitchen: Just like the above, it's exactly what it sounds like. The appliances and surface spaces form a U-shape, usually framing the parameter of the room.
Typically, the sink and dishwasher will be side by side, and then on the corner wall, you'll have your stove and other appliances, like a refrigerator, and one of the counter spaces can even curl off the wall to create a casual breakfast bar. It can help streamline complex cooking, and if the room is big enough, an island can be added in the center.
Open Kitchen: An open kitchen can also be referred to as the great room, but it really just speaks to the types of kitchens that are open to the living room family room, dining room, and/ or breakfast nook. The shared space allows for more time spent together and is especially good for families.
Island Kitchen: An island can enhance a kitchen of various layouts, whether you add one to a straight kitchen, L-shaped, U-shaped, or open kitchen. They can even actually work nicely in galley kitchens if it's wide enough to fit one. Functionally, they can add extra counter space for cooking and casual dining, they can be outfitted to accommodate appliances or extra sinks, and they allow you to pack in extra storage.
Hadley Mendelsohn Senior Editor Hadley Mendelsohn is House Beautiful's senior design editor and the co-host and executive producer of the podcast Dark House.
65 Beautiful Kitchen Design Ideas You Need to See
Design: Pure Collected Living
Whether you're an experienced chef or rarely go beyond microwaving ramen noodles, your kitchen is an integral part of your space. Though everyone's needs may differ, the kitchen often functions as the heart of the home, where friends and family can gather to share meals, stories, or even just a glass of wine. That's why getting a kitchen right can be so challenging.
"Start by fantasizing the dreamiest, most sumptuous kitchen without holding yourself back at all—in other words, don't think about budget and space constraints," Caitlin Murray, founder and creative director of Black Lacquer Design tells MyDomaine. "It's easier to scale back in the beginning than it is to tack things on later.
By starting with your most perfect kitchen, you'll be able to better clarify and define exactly what it is that you want and need. Kitchens are notoriously tricky, and this is an exercise that provides focus, creates intention, and sets a strong foundation for all the work that follows."
When daydreaming about your ideal space, be sure to consider functionality as well as beauty.
"When it comes to designing your dream kitchen, the most important thing to keep in mind is function," Ashley Moore, founder and principal designer of Moore House Interiors says. "You can create a beautiful kitchen, but if it’s not functional, it will lose all luster."
Keep scrolling for 65 (yes, 65!) of our best kitchen ideas that will inspire your next renovation.
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Design: Jessie Yoon of Casa Nolita, Photo: Kimberly Li
Decorist designer, Jessie Yoon of Casa Nolita married an updated farmhouse style with midcentury modern touches for a gorgeous kitchen that feels classic yet on trend.
“I love the color palette of the modern farmhouse kitchen," Yoon says. "The sage color of the cabinets is especially soothing and inviting. The white marble waterfall countertop elevates the kitchen and makes it look more contemporary. There are a few different style elements juxtaposed within, but it still feels entirely cohesive.”
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Design: Baylee Floyd of Baylee Deyon Design, Photo: Claudia Bell
Renovating a kitchen is expensive, so take a cue from Decorist designer, Baylee Floyd of Baylee Deyon Design, and go for a classic look you won't tire of easily.
"White kitchens have to be more than just an all-white kitchen in order to stand out in the midst of all other white kitchens," Floyd explains. "This one stands out because of the warmth of its wood-tile floors, natural softness of the subtle yet stately backsplash that runs to the ceiling, the movement in the stone of the quartz countertops, and the texture and life brought to the space through the accessories on the floating shelves.
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Design: Ashley Moore of Moore House Interiors, Photo: Grace Laird
Everyone uses their kitchens differently, so be sure to consider materials that will work for your lifestyle.
"For example, families with young children or frequent kitchen-users should look for durable, long-lasting, low-maintenance materials," Moore says. "If you cook on the stove often, choose a backsplash that’s easy to clean. If you’re building a custom kitchen, design your cabinet layout based on how you use the kitchen."
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Design: Michelle Lisac of Michelle Lisac Interior Design, Photo: Jennie Corti
Though you may only think about flow during your vinyasa yoga practice, it's equally important when designing a kitchen.
"You want to have good flow between the refrigerator, cooktop or range, and sink—basically, the most utilized items in the kitchen," Michelle Lisac, the founder and principal designer of Michelle Lisac Interior Design tells MyDomaine.
"It's also important to take into account the needs but also the wants. For example, you need durable finishes and reliable appliances, but you might also want beautiful handmade tile backsplash and a custom vent hood."
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Design: Caitlin Murray of Black Lacquer Design, Photo: Jessica Alexander
The best way to feel confident making decisions about appliances and backsplashes is to study up.
"Curb afterthoughts and regrets by familiarizing yourself with all of the gorgeous materials, fixtures, and hardware on the market," Murray recommends. "Visit showrooms and stone yards, really taking time to learn about the plethora of options because every choice you make affects the rest of the space. I find that clients are often surprised by the non-standard options, and it can be hard to dream up that perfect something when you don't know what all is out there. It's a great reason to hire the pros!"
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Design: Maggie Griffin of Maggie Griffin Design, Photo: Brian Bieder
Whether you dream of a farmhouse kitchen or refuse to consider anything but modern, look at the work of your favorite designers, Instagram influencers, and shelter magazines to get a sense of what you're hoping to create.
"When designing your dream kitchen, take note of the items you use everyday, and work with a kitchen designer to utilize them in the best work triangle," Maggie Griffin, founder and lead designer of Maggie Griffin Design says. "Shelter magazines, Pinterest, and Instagram are incredible sources to find exactly what you need in your dream space."
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Design: Cathie Hong Interiors, Photo: Margaret Austin Photo
Trends are cyclical and while you might wish some fads stayed in the past, chances are, they'll become popular again. This time, however, you can update them to your own taste. Cathie Hong Interiors proved that dark wood kitchen cabinets are not stuck in the past when paired with modern hardware and a touch of open shelving.
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Design: Desiree Burns Interiors
All-white kitchens are having a major moment. Desiree Burns of Desiree Burns Interiors embraces the trend and adds a touch of beadboard paneling for texture and sophisticated black accents like pendants and backsplash to make the trend her own.
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Design: Gray Space Interior Design
It's an open shelving world and we're all living in it, but that doesn't mean cabinets are over. Gray Space Interior Design led by Rasheeda Gray makes a case for bringing back full cabinetry in this gorgeous kitchen. The best part? If you're not ready for picture-perfect shelves, you can just shut the cabinet doors.
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Design: Milk and Honey Life
In small kitchens, storage is key but getting it right can be a bit of a challenge. Karen Emile of Milk and Honey Life uses a rod and S-hook system to hang her most-used utensils from measuring cups to a potholder.
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Design: Casa Watkins Living
Just because a kitchen is functional doesn't mean you can't add touches of your personal style. Take a cue from Stephanie Watkins of Casa Watkins Living, and show off your collectables on open shelves.
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Black and Blooms
In a rental kitchen, there's only so much one can do.
Though we love stick-on tile and removable wallpaper, Sara Toufali of Black and Blooms created a mini garden in her rental kitchen to bring some life into the space.
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Design: Pure Collected Living
Though you may love a French door refrigerator or an oversized stovetop, it's important to consider how they will look in the context of your space. Kelly-Ann Baptiste of Pure Collected Living went with a larger range hood to help offset the size of her kitchen instead of keeping the pre-existing smaller hood.
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Design: Reena Sotropa
Who says backsplash should only meet the bottom of your cabinets? Reena Sotropa made an eye-catching display by extending her funky, floral tiling all the way to the ceiling. Instant conversation starter.
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Ursula Carmona of Home Made by Carmona
If you're looking to make your kitchen look larger, think about using two colors for your cabinetry. Ursula Carmona of Home Made by Carmona painted her lower cabinets a rich blue and kept her uppers light and bright to add some depth and height to her space.
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Design: Afro Bohemian Living
Backsplashes aren't limited to tile. Mani of Afro Bohemian Living went with an earthy, wooden backsplash for her Munich, Germany home, adding a touch of modern rustic style to her kitchen.
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Design: Bespoke Only
If you love subway tile but long to make it a little more interesting, consider arranging your tiles in a new way. Bespoke Only chose a step ladder pattern for this kitchen, but herringbone, vertical, or other groupings of tile are great options too.
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Design: Twelve 15 Design Studio
To give your kitchen a sense of calm, consider a cool color palette. Twelve 15 Design Studio used a deep blue shade for cabinets to create a room that feels more like a beach escape. Other hue options include purple and green.
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Design: Light & Dwell
Molly Kidd of Light and Dwell played off of the surroundings of her Oregon home to create a soothing earth-toned escape.
Shades of soft green, natural wood, cream and gray give this kitchen a serene vibe.
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Design: Pure Salt Interiors, Photo: Vanessa Lentine
If you're looking for a stove top that's as gorgeous as it is functional, take a note from Pure Salt Interiors and invest in a true stunner. By keeping the rest of the kitchen light and bright, this stove and hood combo becomes the true focal point.
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Design: Cathie Hong Interiors, Photo: Christy Q. Photography
Yes, we all love carefully curated open shelves, but where do you store your not-so-well-coordinated dishware? Cathie Hong Interiors solved this problem in a Palo Alto home by combining the best of both worlds: open shelves to display gorgeous accents and cabinets to stow the rest away.
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Design: Brady Tolbert for EHD, Photo: Tessa Neustadt
If you have the space, an eat-in kitchen never fails. In designer Brady Tolbert's kitchen, a little nook by the window is transformed into a breakfast table, perfect for brunches with friends or just as a place to sip your morning coffee.
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Design: Whittney Parkinson Design
You know your friend who always manages to pull off a totally sophisticated tone-on-tone look without even trying? Yeah, that works for kitchens too. In this example, Whittney Parkinson Design proves that neutrals are still a smart choice. By mixing white with taupe and various shades of cream, Parkinson creates a calming yet elevated kitchen.
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Design: Whittney Parkinson Design
Colors that sit opposite each other on the color wheel (think green and red, or purple and yellow) give a room a dynamic feel. Whittney Parkinson Design used this color theory to bring in opposite shades of blue and copper and add some visual excitement to the space.
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Design: Anne Sage
Sometimes adding furniture from another area of the home is the best way to sneak storage into your kitchen. Designer Anne Sage DIYed this cabinet with gorgeous cane texture to store extra dishes and supplies in her kitchen.
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Design: Ann Living
Though stainless steel appliances reign supreme, it's just as stylish to go back to the basics. Ann from the blog Ann Living shows us how colorful appliances can be chic in her Poland home, plus dare we say, they're easier to clean?
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Design: Becca Interiors
In a Dumbo, Brooklyn apartment, space is finite. That's why Becca Interiors employed the age-old trick of using versatile pieces in a small kitchen. This rolling cart acts as a kitchen island, eat-in counter, storage shelves, and most importantly, can be rolled away when hosting guests.
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Design: Blakely Interior Design, Photo: Andrea Pietrangeli
Kitchens rely on good lighting—after all, you need to see clearly when you're slicing or dicing. Blakely Interior Design went with gorgeous rattan pendant lighting for this beachy escape, and the results are stunning. When adding light fixtures to your own kitchen, experts recommend incorporating a variety of lighting (pendants, task lighting, dimmers) to get the most out of your space.
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Design: Calimia Home, Photo: Kelli Boyd Photography
Bring the charm of enjoying an almond croissant on the Champs Elysées to your home with a bistro table. Whether you live in a tiny apartment (in which case this table may also double as your main dining table) or you have a spacious home, Calimia Home proves that there's always room for a little French charm.
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Design: Dazey Den
Never one to shy away from color, Danielle Nagel of Dazey Den makes a case for rethinking the all-white kitchen. Choose your favorite color (like this peppy peach) and decorate in tones, shades, and tints of that hue for a one-of-a-kind room.
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Design: Hannah Tyler Designs
Hannah Tyler Designs knows that a high-contrast space never goes out of style. In this black and white kitchen, the matte black hood takes center stage while the white tile and cabinetry bring a little brightness to the room.
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Design: House 9 Interiors
Gone are the days of meticulously matching all of the hardware in a room.
House 9 Interiors mixes shiny gold pulls with dark brass hardware and silver candlesticks for a kitchen that feels equal parts lived-in and sophisticated.
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Design: JK Interior Living
When choosing kitchen flooring, it's important to consider your lifestyle and needs. JK Interior Living chose a gorgeous parquet wood floor for this kitchen, but other options include ceramic tile, natural stone, porcelain tile, laminate, or concrete. Be sure to research price and cleaning requirements before deciding.
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Design: Katherine Carter
When it comes to grout, you have a surprising number of options. Katherine Carter went with a dark gray choice in this Pacific Palisades home, but other selections include traditional white, black, or even a statement color like pink.
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Design: Katie Hodges Design
If you have the space, nothing's cozier than a built-in banquette. Katie Hodges Design created the perfect nook with custom shelves, wishbone chairs, and plenty of pillows.
We'd like to take our morning coffee here, please.
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Design: Katie Martinez Design
Nothing spruces up a kitchen like a set of built-ins. Katie Martinez Design added this smart storage solution to a Nantucket home, making sure to add dish compartments for easy grab-and-go living.
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Design: K Shan Interiors
If you love pattern, maximalism might be for you. K Shan Design proves more is more with this fun-loving kitchen, which mixes palm prints, hexagon tiles, black-and-white flooring, and a vintage rug.
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Design: Andi Morse Design
One of the easiest ways to add color to a kitchen is through the backsplash. Andi Morse Design chose a blue subway tile and white grout for this space, bringing something a little different to a traditional tile.
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Design: Dazey Den
If you love color, consider adding multiple shades to your kitchen cabinetry. Danielle Nagel of Dazey Den perfects this look with a yellow to orange gradient reminiscent of a sunrise.
If that won't get you out of bed in the morning, what will?
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Design: Leclair Decor
We know that kitchen rugs can be divisive, but Leclair Decor makes a great case for one in this sleek kitchen. Consider adding a thick rug pad underneath yours to prevent slipping and add some support to your knees when you're cooking.
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Leclair Decor
We love white kitchens as much as the next person, but there's something about black kitchens we can't get enough of. Leclair Decor brings plenty of drama with black marble countertops, shiny black subway tile, and dark wood cabinets.
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Design: Michelle Boudreau Design
If you love a little glitz, bring in some shiny brass accents. Michelle Boudreau Design has a Midas touch in this space with gold hardware, stools, faucets, and accessories, perfect for the glamorous set.
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Design: Sarah Fultz Interiors
For a chic design you won't tire of easily, try a waterfall countertop.
Sarah Fultz Interiors paired the gorgeous trend with a minimalist kitchen set-up, ensuring that all eyes are on the marble.
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Design: Proem Studio
So often we forget that a kitchen can be beautiful as well as functional. In this Union Square abode, Proem Studio added personal touches like a lamp (perfect for reading recipes) and leaning art to make a gorgeous kitchen a little homier.
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Design: Proem Studio
We know light kitchen cabinets might have you thinking back to your parents' kitchen in the '90s, but Proem Studio proves that light wood cabinets are back. When paired with flat-panel doors and modern brass hardware, we're happy to welcome this trend back into the fold.
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Design: Emily Henderson Design, Photo: Sara Tramp-Ligorria
Though stacking plates in a cabinet will always work, Emily Henderson Design makes a case for a new kind of storage: a peg system. This tactic—commonly used on ships—keeps dishes in place and gives you easy access to your most-used items.
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Design: Yael Weiss Interiors
This Yael Weiss Interiors kitchen is a master class in pairing warm and cool colors. The light tan cabinetry blends seamlessly with the pale green cabinets as the marble waterfall countertop pulls it all together.
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Photo: Rikki Snyder
No need to leave your favorite heirlooms in the living room. A vintage mirror, paintings, and tchotchkes bring life and personality into this kitchen and make the space feel special.
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Design: Reagen Taylor Photography
There's a reason butcher block countertops are so popular. You can cut directly on them, they won't dull your knives as quickly as other surfaces, and they're easy to restore with mineral oil.
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Design: Tyler Karu, Photo: Erin Little
Backsplashes aren't limited to tile. Though Tyler Karu chose to cover a small portion of the wall in tile, the main star of this Saco, Maine, kitchen is the shiplap wall covering, which adds texture and coziness to the room.
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Naked Kitchens
This kitchen has a color-blocked appearance thanks to a mix of white, wood, and blue tones. A waterfall island adds a modern feel, while flush cabinetry keeps things sleek and clean. A chalkboard adds a homey touch.
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Julia Robbs
You might not typically think of your kitchen when you think of sconces, but trust us—it can work. This photo is case-in-point that adding a pair of sconces flanking a set of shelves can make a modern kitchen feel more intimate. We love the brass and black mix on these.
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Naked Kitchens
Have an old stove in your kitchen? Not everything has to be gutted and replaced. Renovate your kitchen around it and channel a vintage vibe. The black and white check floor and cabinetry pulls bring a retro vibe to this kitchen.
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Photo by Amber Ulmer; Courtesy of Elsie Larson
While some might fear clutter, take this as an opportunity to embrace it.
The mix of sizes, colors, and styles packing these open shelves gives a collected feel to this bright and airy kitchen. More is sometimes more.
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Naked Kitchens
When designing a kitchen, coming up with a color palette is often the hardest part. Going all-white is safe, but sometimes it can feel a little dull. If you're craving something more exciting, remember that blue and white are always timeless. Whether you choose navy or light blue tones, you really can't go wrong.
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Design: Mandy Cheng, Photo: Madeline Tolle
Consider adding Roman shades. Window treatments are an easy way to make a kitchen feel homier, and because you can leave them up, they won't block out any light. We love these natural-textured shades that complement the grounded vibe of the kitchen.
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House of Sprucing
Think mixing black and blue can't be done? Let this kitchen be proof that it absolutely can. Thanks to enough white space to break everything up, the end result is sleek, sophisticated, and polished.
Opt for darker blue tones to keep the look cohesive.
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Peter Rymwid
If you're never considered purple in the kitchen, think again. This subtle pop of purple cabinetry makes a bold statement in this otherwise neutral kitchen. A mix of metals keeps the overall vibe from feeling too glam.
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Naked Kitchens
Consider this the opportunity to create the farmhouse kitchen of your dreams. Beadboard, blue and white, hanging utensils? Check, check, and check. Add a custom wooden hood above your stove and you're set.
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Courtesy of Marika Meyer
Your kitchen is often the first spot you go in the morning—it's where you make coffee, breakfast, and enjoy the first meal of the day. Choose energizing colors to give you that pep you need in the morning (or at the end of a very long day when the last thing you feel like doing is cooking dinner). This combo of blue and green will perk anyone right up. An abundance of white accents keeps it from feeling too much.
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Sarah Fultz Interiors
An island is a great opportunity to incorporate seating. You can converse, eat a meal, or even use it as a WFH set-up when needed. Choose seating that's stylish but also comfortable. These leather chairs have a high enough back to offer support, while still lending an industrial-chic vibe to the space.
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Design: Mansfield + O'Neil, Photo: Isabel Eubanks
If you want to incorporate a bold color but are fearful it'll be too much, take a cue from this kitchen. The orange interiors of these pendant lights provide just the right amount of pop. A sleek wood island and simple cabinetry help ground the colorful, patterned space.
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Erin Williamson Design
Is your kitchen open-planned, opposite your living room? Can you see your dining room right behind it? Consider the other rooms that will be in eyesight when designing your kitchen. We love how the earthy green tones in the room behind this kitchen blend with the backsplash and dark cabinetry tones.
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Design: Elizabeth Cooper Interior Design, Photo: Tony George
If a full kitchen reno isn't the cards, consider swapping out all your hardware. You'll be surprised how shiny brass pulls and a new faucet can make an older kitchen feel fresh and new. Don't be afraid to mix materials, either. If you've got a stainless stove or fridge, adding in brass or gold pulls can feel sleek and modern.
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House Nine
No need to give up precious storage space—take your cabinets from floor to ceiling, like in the kitchen pictured, so you can use every inch of your kitchen space. If you're worried it will feel too closed off, make sure to break things up. While this kitchen utilizes floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, it also has regular cabinets above a backsplash. Glass-front cabinets can break up the monochrome look, as well.
20 Modern Kitchen Ideas to Give Your Space New Life
Beautiful kitchens in a private house - 135 best kitchen interior design photos , gray facades, granite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic tile backsplash, black appliances, light parquet flooring, beige flooring, gray countertops and clapboard ceiling without an island in a private house
House in Solnechny
Natalya Solovieva / Interioto
Photographing a house in Solnechny for a real estate agency
Design idea: a medium-sized, bright modern kitchen with a dining table, flat cabinets, white cabinets, glass splashback, appliances under furniture facade, porcelain stoneware floor and an island in a private house
House Z
Designed by Valeria Maslova's studio
In the photo: a bright neoclassical (modern classic) kitchen with a pantry, facades with a recessed panel, white facades, a beige apron , black appliances, beige floors, beige countertops and multi-level ceiling in a private house
Nostalgia for Italy
Levina Ekaterina and Vavilova Anastasia
Design idea for a mid-sized country-style straight kitchen with dining table, semi-recessed sink (with front rim), recessed panel fronts, any color fronts, tile worktop , gray splashback, ceramic tile splashback, black appliances, terracotta flooring, brown floors, gray countertops and any ceiling without an island in a private home
The interior of the house for a young family
ItalProject
The kitchen in the house is combined with the dining area.
A fresh design idea for a mid-sized, bright contemporary style u-shaped kitchen with dining table, sink sink, flat cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz countertops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain stoneware flooring , an island, a gray floor, a white countertop and a multi-level ceiling in a private house - an excellent photo of the interior
New project kitchen
GLDesign
Pictured: large modern style corner kitchen with single sink, flat cabinets, black cabinets, wood worktops, gray splashback, cabinetry appliances, porcelain stoneware flooring, island, gray floor , brown worktop, dining table, metal tile backsplash and beams on the ceiling in a private house
Kitchen
goro_da
The main view of the kitchen.
Photo of a modern freestanding u-shaped kitchen with a sink sink, raised infill cabinets, gray cabinets, sintered quartz countertops, white splashback, sintered quartz splashback, porcelain stoneware flooring, island, white flooring, white countertops and multi-level ceiling in a private house
House on a slope
Architectural studio AUTHOR
Project authors: Irina Kilina, Denis Korshunov quartz agglomerate, gray backsplash, stone slab backsplash, black appliances, porcelain stoneware floor, island, brown floor and brown worktop in private house
Country house in Yasnaya Polyana (Belarus)
Domani Interior Solutions Center
Inspiration for home comfort: medium-sized modern-style straight kitchen with dining table, solid sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, black splashback, black appliances, flooring from porcelain stoneware, gray floor and black countertop without an island in a private house
Private bath in the Moscow region
ART BURO 365
The bath has a kitchen, a dining area and a relaxation area, a bedroom, a toilet, a steam room / sauna, a washing room, an entrance hall.
nine0007 Original design example of a medium sized straight modern kitchen with dining table, porcelain stoneware floors, gray floors, sink sink, flat cabinets, laminate worktops, green splashback, ceramic tile splashback, black appliances, brown worktops and wood tone cabinets medium tone without an island in a private house
Dark Forest: a country house in the suburbs
Design Point
Dining group, Bontempi. Kitchen set, Scavolini. Pendant lamps, Tom Dixon. nine0007 Design ideas for a large modern u-shaped kitchen with dining table, flat cabinets, gray cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, gray floors and white countertops without an island in a private home
Apartment in Sestroretsk
Remodel
Stylish design: modern u-shaped kitchen-living room with sink sink, gray cabinets, gray backsplash and ceramic backsplash without island in a private home - the latest trend
Rustic Kitchen
Photo of a rustic kitchen with a semi-recessed sink (with a front edge), decorative piping fronts, beige fronts and a window in a private house
gray Estate - Peoa, Utah
Magleby Construction
6 distressed cabinets, cabin, country home, custom home, double islands, millwork, modern farmhouse, mountain home, natural materials, natural wood, open shelving, wood ceiling, wood flooring
Farmhouse Kitchen
Sonya Cotter
Materiality & durability of the finish was important in grounding the kitchen design into the environment.
This kitchen is absolutely the heart of the home and filled with light and natural organic farm produce. On weekends when the property overflows with guests and family the traditional Smeg Victoria Range is in constant use.
Sutton Coldfield
User
Stylish design, medium-sized, classic-style freestanding u-shaped kitchen with light wood cabinets, quartzite worktops, ceramic tile flooring, semi-recessed sink (with front rim), glass cabinets and an apron made of porcelain tiles without an island in a private house - the latest trend
80 interior photos, renovation ideas
The kitchen for many is a favorite place in the house, where you can create exquisite culinary masterpieces, taste them or just spend time with loved ones. To do this, you need to create the most comfortable atmosphere, having thought through not only the decorative, but also the practical component of the interior.
The main trends, rules and tips for decorating a kitchen design are all in our article! nine0003
Choosing an interior style
The first step in designing a kitchen is choosing a basic style. Even if you want to create a unique project that does not look like others, you must adhere to the laws of a certain design direction. Otherwise, the interior will look ridiculous, ill-conceived and disharmonious. But each style offers a wide field for creativity, the main thing is to follow the basic recommendations.
High-tech kitchen design
The key principle of style lies in the name: high-tech is high technology, the use of which is mandatory in a modern interior. That is why high-tech is an excellent option for the kitchen, where comfort and ease of use of household appliances come first. nine0003
Modern materials such as plastic, glass or metal are used for decoration and furniture. Glossy smooth surfaces give the room a slightly futuristic look. The color palette is restrained, often based on the contrast of dark and light.
It's hard to imagine high-tech kitchen design without "smart" fittings: all sorts of lifts, drawers, dividers that simplify life and rationalize space.
Buying home appliances can cost a pretty penny, as built-in, state-of-the-art models with touch controls and LED screens are preferred. However, this is not a pointless purchase, but a contribution to comfort and durability. nine0003
Classic style kitchen design
Despite the development of technology and the trend towards rationalization of space, the classic style still does not lose popularity. Of course, we are not talking about traditional pompous aristocratic interiors filled with beautiful but useless decor. Classics adapts to the needs of our time, thanks to which it looks quite modern.
It is better to design in this style a kitchen with a medium and large area, where it will look most appropriate. You can take a dark or light palette, only the shades should be as natural as possible. The same rule applies to finishing materials.
Wooden furniture with a deep texture, a small number of patterned elements, facades with frames and glass doors - these components are enough for the artistic filling of a classic interior. nine0003
Provence style kitchen design
The style of French villages in the space of urban apartments is rarely found in its "pure" form. Usually it is combined with modern classics, and the kitchen itself is sought to be combined with the dining room and living room. This is due to the first rule of Provence - as much space as possible.
The second thing that catches your eye - light pastel shades, as if burnt out in the hot Mediterranean sun. Preference is given to white, cream, blue - the most natural and unobtrusive colors. nine0003
Furniture should have an antique look, which is achieved through the effect of artificial aging. The priority is natural materials or high-quality substitutes that cannot spoil the authentic atmosphere.
The kitchen set includes a large number of open shelves displaying dishes, pots and napkins that enhance the Provencal charm.
But it is better to hide household appliances from prying eyes, which the built-in models will do just fine.
Unlike the previous solution, minimalism can be incorporated both into spacious apartments and small Khrushchev apartments. This style is able to transform any space, focusing on functionality.
Clean lines and clear forms of laconic furniture with built-in appliances seem to form a monolithic plane - this is how minimalism creates a sense of order and cleanliness, which is important in the interior of the kitchen. The focus is not on decorative elements, but on functionality, which allows you to competently organize the area. nine0003
No more than 2-3 shades are used here, one of which can be bright. In general, preference should be given to neutral colors or the aesthetic texture of natural materials.
Scandinavian style kitchen design
An excellent solution for kitchens where the sun has become too frequent due to south-facing windows.
Scandinavian frosty, but very cozy, this style is suitable for interiors of any size.
As in the case of minimalism, design is secondary here - practicality comes first. Such kitchens love white color, natural materials, especially wood, as well as strict forms. If the Scandinavian style seems too simple to someone, then it would be appropriate to add a few bright details that dilute the sterile atmosphere a bit. nine0003
Colors
Whatever style you follow, in order for the room to look modern, it is recommended to use a color scheme with 2-3 shades that harmonize well with each other, or stick to a monochromatic design.
White kitchen
Perhaps the best option for kitchen design, which can serve as the main color or a neutral background for others. There is an opinion that a bright interior gets dirty quickly, but this also depends on the material of the surfaces. On the other hand, it looks the most spacious, comfortable, and also has a positive effect on the psyche.
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Gray kitchen
Do not think that the interior of the kitchen in gray tones looks boring or gloomy, on the contrary - it is very stylish and modern. To avoid a negative effect, it is enough to come up with a successful color combination, for example, with white, black, blue shades.
Beige kitchen
Natural options like cream, walnut or light wood shades are perfect for classic, Provencal and minimalist kitchens. Monochrome design will help create a cozy and warm atmosphere. nine0003
Blue kitchen
The blue color that evokes associations with the sky and the sea is ideal for a peaceful interior. It is better to use when decorating the facades of kitchen furniture, combining with white or brown.
Green kitchen
If you follow current trends, then be sure to find a place in your kitchen for the most fashionable shade of 2017 according to Pantone. It will make you a little closer to nature, even in an urban environment.
Kitchen finishing
The decoration of any room is like a frame that carefully stores the "filling" and emphasizes its beauty. In the case of a kitchen, the choice of materials plays a key role, especially if you want it to last you as long as possible.
Floor
Kitchen flooring should not be afraid of a drop of grease, pieces of food and moisture. It is from this that one should first of all build on the selection of materials.
An excellent solution - a combination of coverage in different areas. For example, in the work area, you can put ceramic tiles that are resistant to external influences, and in the dining area - parquet or laminate. nine0003
Walls
In kitchen interiors, ceramic tiles are most often found in the backsplash area, as well as painted or wallpapered walls. In addition, wall paneling and decorative plaster are used, for example, imitating marble.
The combination of finishing materials allows not only to diversify the design, but also to arrange it according to the principle of functionality.
Uniform surfaces are preferred.
Ceiling
The choice of materials for finishing the ceiling in the kitchen depends on the style or height of the room. If the latter indicator is low enough, then an even white coating will be the way out. What's more, it looks stylish and fits any space. nine0003
Stretch ceilings can be installed in a modern interior with high walls. They also help organize a complex lighting system.
How to choose furniture and household appliances
This choice directly depends on your needs: someone spends most of his life in the kitchen, preparing breakfasts, lunches and dinners for a large family; and someone comes in once a day to warm up the purchased food in the microwave.
Modern kitchens often include not only a work area and storage space, but also a dining area - which can be as simple as a bar that divides the space, or a large full-fledged dining room. nine0003
In addition, kitchen sets differ in layout, which depends on the geometry and size of the room.
There are corner models, U- and L-shaped, straight lines, as well as island ones. The latter are recommended to be taken to a medium or large room.
Regardless of the chosen style, kitchen furniture today is increasingly made on the basis of ergonomics, practicality and functionality. For example, drawers, shelves or modular cabinets.
Household appliances built into the headset are very popular today, which allows not only to save space, but also to create an aesthetic appearance. nine0003
As for electrical appliances, which no modern kitchen can do without, the list varies. Some owners can add a washing machine or even a TV to the mandatory set. Others will have to use the entire usable space, including lockers and drawers, to arrange only the essential items. In any case, the place for each detail must be thought out in advance!
Decor and lighting
In decorating any interior, the main rule always applies - do no harm. The same applies to kitchens.
For example, by placing too many porcelain figurines, you run the risk of soiling or knocking over a fragile part at the very climax of cooking. Of course, a cozy atmosphere is very necessary here, but it can be created with the help of other expressive means. nine0003
Glass facades look aesthetically pleasing, through the doors of which sets of dishes, towels or cutlery are visible. Do not forget about traditional napkins, aprons and other textile details - they can become a bright detail in a discreet kitchen design.
Even some napkin boxes or cute salt shakers can decorate a room beyond recognition, and flowers in a pot will refresh a high-tech interior.
Each functional area in the kitchen should be fully lit: worktop, stove, sink, bar counter or island, over which you can install pendant lights. nine0003
A good solution is LED built-in light sources along the backsplash. The hood can also be used as a support for additional fixtures.
In addition to local lighting, you need to think about general lighting.
Traditional chandeliers or spotlights are suitable for this.
Small kitchen: interior design
The above tips will fit perfectly into a large space, but what about the owners of small kitchens, which are the majority in our country? You will have to try a little more, but this problem can be solved. And for this you just need to follow a few rules! nine0003
First of all, it is recommended to resort to changing the layout by combining the kitchen area with the living room. The absence of borders will create a feeling of freedom and spaciousness even in a small room, and different types of partitions will help to visually separate housing.
Secondly, choose light shades and mirror surfaces. It is desirable that the color of the headset does not differ much from the finish.
Third, look for straight or L-shaped floor plans that leave some free square meters to move around. The latter option will allow you to use the often inactive zone in the corner of the room.
