Eat-in Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances and a Peninsula Design Ideas

Beautiful light and bright open kitchen with a coastal feel. An amazing transformation from a 25+ year old all timber kitchen which made the space feel dark and closed in.

This very typical layout in Australian homes, was perfectly customised for this client. Generous storage, ample bench space and specifically requested features such as the corner pantry, double ovens, sink drawers, and smaller top-drawer sets, together with plenty of seating for everyone in the family, create a beautifully customised look. The soft neutral tones of the kitchen makes a perfect backdrop for the pretty view outside, as well as for this family's collection of artwork. The pendant lights over the breakfast bar not only assist to light the area, their form also adds to the light mood of this space.

chris snook
Mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Kent with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, metal splashback, linoleum floors, a peninsula, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances and brown floor.

Kitchen renovation and extension on a Victorian semi detached property with navy shaker style kitchen units and a farmhouse dining table. An open-plan living space with natural light and black crittal style French doors to patio.

KESEN ESTUDIO
Contemporary eat-in kitchen in Alicante-Costa Blanca with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, white benchtop, an undermount sink, white splashback and multi-coloured floor.

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, mirror splashback, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, an undermount sink, laminate benchtops and stainless steel appliances.

Photo of a small u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Edinburgh with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and a peninsula.

Clever small space idea. Pull-out broom cabinet 200mmWide. Larry Pitt Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, a single-bowl sink and beige floor.

Photo credit Thomas Dalhoff
Small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and medium hardwood floors.

Photo of an industrial l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Lyon with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and grey benchtop.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, grey floor, white benchtop, recessed and light wood cabinets.

La cucina realizzata sotto al soppalco è interamente laccata di colore bianco con il top in massello di rovere e penisola bianca con sgabelli. Foto di Simone Marulli

Completed in 2025, this project exemplifies a sophisticated confluence of modern contemporary design infused with warm industrial influences. The renovation showcases a thoughtfully curated aesthetic that balances functionality with visual appeal, resulting in a truly inviting culinary space. The utilisation of Acrylic Cinder Matte cupboard fronts lends a sleek, contemporary finish, providing a clean and understated elegance that complements the industrial character of the building. A standout feature of this refurbishment is the rich timber accent in Durostyle Cognac Oak, which introduces a layer of warmth and tactile richness to the overall environment. This carefully selected material enhances the inviting atmosphere while maintaining the modern sensibilities of the design. The result is a harmonious blend of warm industrial elements and contemporary styling, elevating the kitchen interior to a refined yet welcoming standard, suitable for both everyday living and sophisticated entertaining.

Inspiration for a country galley eat-in kitchen in Surrey with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, grey floor and brown benchtop.

andrea annessi mecci
This is an example of a contemporary eat-in kitchen in Rome with dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and a peninsula.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula.

Completed in 2025, this project exemplifies a sophisticated confluence of modern contemporary design infused with warm industrial influences. The renovation showcases a thoughtfully curated aesthetic that balances functionality with visual appeal, resulting in a truly inviting culinary space. The utilisation of Acrylic Cinder Matte cupboard fronts lends a sleek, contemporary finish, providing a clean and understated elegance that complements the industrial character of the building. A standout feature of this refurbishment is the rich timber accent in Durostyle Cognac Oak, which introduces a layer of warmth and tactile richness to the overall environment. This carefully selected material enhances the inviting atmosphere while maintaining the modern sensibilities of the design. The result is a harmonious blend of warm industrial elements and contemporary styling, elevating the kitchen interior to a refined yet welcoming standard, suitable for both everyday living and sophisticated entertaining.

Mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Family Kitchen in Coogee Home
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and grey benchtop.