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Large Kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets Design Ideas

Contemporary Australian Cabin Kitchen
Contemporary Australian Cabin Kitchen
Element Design StudioElement Design Studio
A modern Australian design with finishes that change over time. Connecting the bushland to the home with colour and texture.
This is an example of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Perth with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.
Rosebud beach side home
Rosebud beach side home
Jasmine McClelland DesignJasmine McClelland Design
Contemporary open plan spacious mixed surfaces kitchen with black steel island bench framing, feature window, feature shelving above window, contrast blue overheads and warm wood tones.
Periscope House
Periscope House
Mihaly SlocombeMihaly Slocombe
Periscope House draws light into a young family’s home, adding thoughtful solutions and flexible spaces to 1950s Art Deco foundations. Our clients engaged us to undertake a considered extension to their character-rich home in Malvern East. They wanted to celebrate their home’s history while adapting it to the needs of their family, and future-proofing it for decades to come. The extension’s form meets with and continues the existing roofline, politely emerging at the rear of the house. The tones of the original white render and red brick are reflected in the extension, informing its white Colorbond exterior and selective pops of red throughout. Inside, the original home’s layout has been reimagined to better suit a growing family. Once closed-in formal dining and lounge rooms were converted into children’s bedrooms, supplementing the main bedroom and a versatile fourth room. Grouping these rooms together has created a subtle definition of zones: private spaces are nestled to the front, while the rear extension opens up to shared living areas. A tailored response to the site, the extension’s ground floor addresses the western back garden, and first floor (AKA the periscope) faces the northern sun. Sitting above the open plan living areas, the periscope is a mezzanine that nimbly sidesteps the harsh afternoon light synonymous with a western facing back yard. It features a solid wall to the west and a glass wall to the north, emulating the rotation of a periscope to draw gentle light into the extension. Beneath the mezzanine, the kitchen, dining, living and outdoor spaces effortlessly overlap. Also accessible via an informal back door for friends and family, this generous communal area provides our clients with the functionality, spatial cohesion and connection to the outdoors they were missing. Melding modern and heritage elements, Periscope House honours the history of our clients’ home while creating light-filled shared spaces – all through a periscopic lens that opens the home to the garden.
Wyndham Beach House
Wyndham Beach House
Sky Architect StudioSky Architect Studio
We created a practical, L-shaped kitchen layout with an island bench integrated into the “golden triangle” that reduces steps between sink, stovetop and refrigerator for efficient use of space and ergonomics. Instead of a splashback, windows are slotted in between the kitchen benchtop and overhead cupboards to allow natural light to enter the generous kitchen space. Overhead cupboards have been stretched to ceiling height to maximise storage space. Timber screening was installed on the kitchen ceiling and wrapped down to form a bookshelf in the living area, then linked to the timber flooring. This creates a continuous flow and draws attention from the living area to establish an ambience of natural warmth, creating a minimalist and elegant kitchen. The island benchtop is covered with extra large format porcelain tiles in a 'Calacatta' profile which are have the look of marble but are scratch and stain resistant. The 'crisp white' finish applied on the overhead cupboards blends well into the 'natural oak' look over the lower cupboards to balance the neutral timber floor colour.
Docking Drawer in Studio Dearborn kitchen
Docking Drawer in Studio Dearborn kitchen
Studio DearbornStudio Dearborn
A 1920s colonial in a shorefront community in Westchester County had an expansive renovation with new kitchen by Studio Dearborn. Countertops White Macauba; interior design Lorraine Levinson. Photography, Timothy Lenz.
A Modern Kitchen for a Retreat in the Woods
A Modern Kitchen for a Retreat in the Woods
Amazing SpacesAmazing Spaces
This is a great house. Perched high on a private, heavily wooded site, it has a rustic contemporary aesthetic. Vaulted ceilings, sky lights, large windows and natural materials punctuate the main spaces. The existing large format mosaic slate floor grabs your attention upon entering the home extending throughout the foyer, kitchen, and family room. Specific requirements included a larger island with workspace for each of the homeowners featuring a homemade pasta station which requires small appliances on lift-up mechanisms as well as a custom-designed pasta drying rack. Both chefs wanted their own prep sink on the island complete with a garbage “shoot” which we concealed below sliding cutting boards. A second and overwhelming requirement was storage for a large collection of dishes, serving platters, specialty utensils, cooking equipment and such. To meet those needs we took the opportunity to get creative with storage: sliding doors were designed for a coffee station adjacent to the main sink; hid the steam oven, microwave and toaster oven within a stainless steel niche hidden behind pantry doors; added a narrow base cabinet adjacent to the range for their large spice collection; concealed a small broom closet behind the refrigerator; and filled the only available wall with full-height storage complete with a small niche for charging phones and organizing mail. We added 48” high base cabinets behind the main sink to function as a bar/buffet counter as well as overflow for kitchen items. The client’s existing vintage commercial grade Wolf stove and hood commands attention with a tall backdrop of exposed brick from the fireplace in the adjacent living room. We loved the rustic appeal of the brick along with the existing wood beams, and complimented those elements with wired brushed white oak cabinets. The grayish stain ties in the floor color while the slab door style brings a modern element to the space. We lightened the color scheme with a mix of white marble and quartz countertops. The waterfall countertop adjacent to the dining table shows off the amazing veining of the marble while adding contrast to the floor. Special materials are used throughout, featured on the textured leather-wrapped pantry doors, patina zinc bar countertop, and hand-stitched leather cabinet hardware. We took advantage of the tall ceilings by adding two walnut linear pendants over the island that create a sculptural effect and coordinated them with the new dining pendant and three wall sconces on the beam over the main sink.
Groton Transitional Kitchen
Groton Transitional Kitchen
Denyne DesignsDenyne Designs
Classic Farmhouse style with natural finishes bring to life this striking and expansive kitchen. Full-access perimeter cabinetry in natural cherry wood are accented with white subway tile alongside a feature area of 8”x 8” cement tiles in neutral tones of white and cream with pale blue accents. The large island in painted navy-blue cabinetry takes center stage with its butcher block countertop and furniture style detailing. The well-appointed beverage station features open shelving and the same striking cement tile accent area. A mix of metal finishes adds layers and textures to the kitchen, from the rustic pendant lighting and chandelier to the articulating lights over the large casement windows. Finally, the rustic, wide-plank hardwood floors tie this idyllic kitchen together in the heart of this family home.
Seattle Contemporary Waterfront
Seattle Contemporary Waterfront
H2 ViewH2 View
Open format kitchen includes gorgeous custom cabinets, a large underlit island with an induction cooktop and waterfall countertops. Full height slab backsplash and paneled appliances complete the sophisticated design.
Farmhouse on the Hills
Farmhouse on the Hills
Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | InteriorsSignature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors
Modern Farmhouse Kitchen on the Hills of San Marcos
Photo of a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.
Sherwood Eclectic Farmhouse
Sherwood Eclectic Farmhouse
Northland Design & BuildNorthland Design & Build
Large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands and white benchtop.
Minecraft House
Minecraft House
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
Photo by Tina Witherspoon.
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and brown floor.
Heights Road
Heights Road
JK interior livingJK interior living
Photo of a large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.
Alameda Beach House Kitchen Remodel
Alameda Beach House Kitchen Remodel
Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.
Francis Combes
Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, blue floor and white benchtop.
The Seacrest
The Seacrest
Nash and Associates ArchitectsNash and Associates Architects
This is an example of a large country l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, granite benchtops, light wood cabinets and ceramic splashback.
Albert Hall Mansions
Albert Hall Mansions
Obespoke & Obbard Design & DevelopmentObespoke & Obbard Design & Development
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, medium hardwood floors, no island, glass benchtops, glass tile splashback and panelled appliances.
Custom White Oak | Arete Kitchens
Custom White Oak | Arete Kitchens
Arete European KitchensArete European Kitchens
Classic custom project featuring rift-sawn white oak cabinetry and millwork. Home Builder, J. Pinelli; © Casey Dunn Photography
Large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
Private Residence Pebble Beach
Private Residence Pebble Beach
Andrea Bartholick Pace Interior DesignAndrea Bartholick Pace Interior Design
Rick Pharaoh
Design ideas for a large mediterranean open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.
Wonderful White Oak and White Kitchen Renovation in Westfield, NJ
Wonderful White Oak and White Kitchen Renovation in Westfield, NJ
Robinwood KitchensRobinwood Kitchens
This Westfield, NJ kitchen renovation features Plain & Fancy custom cabinets in white and rift cut white oak. White quartz countertops and brushed satin nickel complete the look. The wood bar features open shelving and glass cabinets.
White Oak Coffee Station with Pocket Doors
White Oak Coffee Station with Pocket Doors
Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.
A coffee station concealed behind pocket doors reveals its beautifully finished white oak interiors, and when opened, it becomes the captivating centrepiece of the pantry. These pocket doors not only add elegance but also effortlessly streamline serving and tidying, making your coffee experience truly remarkable.
Luxury Collection Custom Design Kitchens by VelArt
Luxury Collection Custom Design Kitchens by VelArt
Velart Custom Kitchens & ClosetsVelart Custom Kitchens & Closets
Photo of a large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, with island, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Large Kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets Design Ideas

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