This beautiful estate is positioned with beautiful views and mountain sides around which is why the client loves it so much and never wants to leave. She has lots of pretty decor and treasures she had collected over the years of travelling and wanted to give the home a facelift and better display those items, including a Murano glass chandelier from Italy. The kitchen had a strange peninsula and dining nook that we removed and replaced with a kitchen continent (larger than an island) and built in around the patio door that hide outlets and controls and other supplies. We changed all the flooring, stairway and railing including the gallery area, fireplaces, entryway and many other touches, completely updating the downstairs. Upstairs we remodeled the master bathroom, walk-in closet and after everything was done, she loved it so much that she had us come back a few years later to add another patio door with built in downstairs and an elevator from the master suite to the great room and also opened to a spa outside. (Photo credit; Shawn Lober Construction)

Lucas Ranch - Mediterranean Great Room & Kitchen

In the Deets

Modern Mediterranean new construction home featuring custom finishes throughout. A warm, Mediterranean palette, brass fixtures, colorful accents make this home a one-of-a-kind.

Bellagio Kitchen and Breakfast Nook

Turnstyle Design

Twist Tours
Photo of an expansive mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Lake Wisconsin Home

Incredible Windows!

The beautiful home on Lake Wisconsin has been updated totally. The Hunter Douglas Provenance Woven Wood in the Cambria fabric in Pebble White was used throughout the main floor of the home.

Mansion

Final Design Kitchens and Baths

Erin Bennett
Design ideas for an expansive traditional u-shaped kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors and with island.

Maison CBB

Olivier Chabaud Architecte - Paris & Luberon

This is an example of an expansive contemporary open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, beige cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Inspiration Station

Grid Thirteen Luxury Kitchens, Bedrooms & Living

Contemporary, handle-less SieMatic S2 'Nutmeg' kitchen in velvet-matt, complete with; Caesarstone quartz worktops, tinted mirror backsplash, Spekva timber breakfast bar and cabinet surrounds, Gaggenau appliances, BORA cooktop and extraction, Quooker boiling water tap, Blanco sink. SieMatic media unit in velvet matt with Spekva timber TV panel, tinted mirror back panel and LED lighting. SieMatic velvet matt bootroom complete with Spekva timber bench seating and shelving and tinted mirror back panel. SieMatic 'SC' utility room complete with SieMatic high pressure laminate worktops and stainless steel handles, back painted glass splashback. Jesse bedroom furniture and dressing area.

Burlington Mountain Large Remodel

Showcase Kitchens

This kitchen has one of the largest, most dynamite islands that we have seen in our 30 years of design. The doubled-up, circular, attached table piece of granite was a work of art. It helped create a place for the family to gather and have meals, since the kitchen table was eliminated. The opposite wall on this kitchen was a real work horse, housing a bar with glass cabinetry and a wine cooler, and a desk to organize mail and bills. This kitchen included a lot of new appliances including a steam and convection oven, warming drawer, and Sub Zero large refrigerator/freezer with custom paneling. The Dura Supreme cabinetry was an Antique White paint with a Espresso Glazed finish around the perimeter. The island complimented the perimeter in a rich Chestnut Cherry finish. The combination of the two woods and finishes created a stunning new transformation of this space.

Italian dream kitchen

Lowe's of Timonium, MD

Dacor gas cooktp, decorative hood and wall tile mural. Natural stone backsplash and granite countertop complete the picture of every cook's dream.
This is an example of an expansive mediterranean galley eat-in kitchen in Baltimore with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Memorial City, Texas | Springwell Midcentury Modern Kitchen | Entire Home Remode

Sweetlake Interior Design LLC

This Midcentury Modern Home was originally built in 1964. and was completely over-hauled and a seriously major renovation! We transformed 5 rooms into 1 great room and raised the ceiling by removing all the attic space. Initially, we wanted to keep the original terrazzo flooring throughout the house, but unfortunately we could not bring it back to life. This house is a 3200 sq. foot one story. We are still renovating, since this is my house...I will keep the pictures updated as we progress!

Costello Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Farmhouse Country Kitchen Inset Cabinetry
Design ideas for an expansive traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Schuller Residence

AB Design Elements, LLC

Photo of an expansive transitional u-shaped kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and coffered.

Evergreen Log Home Kitchen Renovation

TVL Creative Ltd.

This project's final result exceeded even our vision for the space! This kitchen is part of a stunning traditional log home in Evergreen, CO. The original kitchen had some unique touches, but was dated and not a true reflection of our client. The existing kitchen felt dark despite an amazing amount of natural light, and the colors and textures of the cabinetry felt heavy and expired. The client wanted to keep with the traditional rustic aesthetic that is present throughout the rest of the home, but wanted a much brighter space and slightly more elegant appeal. Our scope included upgrades to just about everything: new semi-custom cabinetry, new quartz countertops, new paint, new light fixtures, new backsplash tile, and even a custom flue over the range. We kept the original flooring in tact, retained the original copper range hood, and maintained the same layout while optimizing light and function. The space is made brighter by a light cream primary cabinetry color, and additional feature lighting everywhere including in cabinets, under cabinets, and in toe kicks. The new kitchen island is made of knotty alder cabinetry and topped by Cambria quartz in Oakmoor. The dining table shares this same style of quartz and is surrounded by custom upholstered benches in Kravet's Cowhide suede. We introduced a new dramatic antler chandelier at the end of the island as well as Restoration Hardware accent lighting over the dining area and sconce lighting over the sink area open shelves. We utilized composite sinks in both the primary and bar locations, and accented these with farmhouse style bronze faucets. Stacked stone covers the backsplash, and a handmade elk mosaic adorns the space above the range for a custom look that is hard to ignore. We finished the space with a light copper paint color to add extra warmth and finished cabinetry with rustic bronze hardware. This project is breathtaking and we are so thrilled our client can enjoy this kitchen for many years to come!

Possum Kingdom Lake Estate

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Expansive mediterranean galley eat-in kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

My Transitional Kitchen Remodel featuring a 72" La Cornue Range

Elaine Morrison Interiors

This large Transitional Kitchen Remodel features a 72" La Cornue Range in Lafayette Blue, SubZero Fridg Freezer, 2 Islands and Waterstone Faucets and Knobs in Rose Gold. This kitchen design and these photographs are copyright 2020 by Elaine Morrison Interiors

HOT IN IRVINGTON #2

d2 interieurs

JANE BEILES
Photo of an expansive modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, grey floor, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Possum Kingdom Lake Estate

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Divine Kitchen in Darnestown

Davida's Kitchen & Tiles

Bob Narod
Photo of an expansive transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen

Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling

We love this custom kitchen's wood ceiling, granite countertops, pendant lighting and sliding glass pocket doors!
Expansive contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Hawaii with open cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, cement tile splashback, cement tiles and with island.

Interiors - Kitchens

Paul Leach Photography

Expansive Kitchen with Beige Cabinets Design Ideas

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to planning your kitchen design. Where do you even start? Gathering some inspiration in a photo gallery is always a good starting point, as looking at different kitchen designs often brings up ideas you haven’t even thought of yet.

Browse Photos of Kitchen Designs for Inspiration and Collect Your Ideas

You can browse through photos of all kinds of kitchen styles, layouts and sizes on Houzz to get started before jumping into any design software or contacting a local professional for help. Here’s a few considerations to keep in mind when planning your kitchen.

1. What Makes a Good Kitchen Design, and Why is it Important?

For starters, you want to find a balance between aesthetics and function. You may have heard of the ‘kitchen work triangle’, which refers to the space between your fridge, sink and stove. You want everything within easy reach when you’re working in the kitchen and look beautiful at the same time. It’s a good idea to take note of both when browsing our photo gallery.

2. Consider Your Space to Determine Your Kitchen Layout

Firstly, consider the space you have, and the limitations that come with it. Do you have a small kitchen and need to maximise your workspace and storage? Can you allow yourself some more space and a big island with seating? Are you designing your kitchen from scratch or renovating an existing design? Which appliances do you already own and what are their measurements? Are there windows you need to take into consideration when planning cabinets? How do kitchen, living and dining areas connect? Depending on your space and needs, you want to use a shape that suits you. U, G, or L-shaped kitchen, with or without island or peninsula? Know your dimensions, plan cabinetry carefully and consider the placement of your appliances. You don’t want to end up with a finished design, only for your significant other to question where the fridge is supposed to go. Consider from the start where your fridge, oven, microwave and sink goes to save yourself from starting again from scratch - remember the kitchen work triangle! You also want to plan the layout of your cabinets. Maybe you’re planning for a pantry and can do with less storage space in your kitchen, so that your design can be one without upper or lower cabinets for a different look. A corner cabinet can be a smart storage solution if you want to keep the look clean and simple.

3. Decide on a Kitchen Style, But Don’t Forget Practicality

You want the style of your kitchen to reflect your personality and taste. We have curated a large array of kitchen styles here at Houzz, from traditional to contemporary to transitional and everything in between. Consider what your cooking style is for a start - Italy is known for its cuisine, so italian kitchen designs are generally popular. Also consider ergonomics - depending on how much time you spend in your kitchen, the height of your counters can make a big difference to your overall health. You also want to consider colour and finishes of cabinets, countertops and splashbacks. Which colour do you want your cupboards to be? Simple, timeless white or rather making a statement in black? Maybe rather a rustic wood? Also consider the colour of your floor - if you have dark floors, you may want to keep cabinets lighter. You could also go for an all-white look and choose black appliances for contrast. Once you know which style you fancy, don’t forget how you will be using the space. You want to keep cooking in mind, as well as how easy to clean and maintain the space will be. How many cooks do you need to accommodate? Do you have kids around? How much storage do you need? Maybe you want to go for open shelves rather than cabinets and allow for easy reach of key items you use when cooking. Again - remember the triangle! Lastly, choose lighting that both enhances the look of your kitchen as well as your cooking performance, providing light in all the right places.

4. Be Conscious of Your Budget

No matter what you plan for your kitchen design, cost is always a big factor. Be sure to plan with your budget in mind. It may make more sense to go for a modular kitchen design rather than custom build. You can save a lot of money if you get at least 3 estimates from professionals before locking in the job. And don’t forget to allow a 20% buffer for emergencies. Once you are ready to hire a pro, our directory will help you find one, no matter where you are. So whether you're looking for an Interior Designer in Melbourne or an Architect in Sydney, you can be sure to find a qualified expert for the job!