Inspired by their years in Japan and California and their Scandinavian heritage, we updated this 1938 home with a earthy palette and clean lines. Rift-cut white oak cabinetry, white quartz counters and a soft green tile backsplash are balanced with details that reference the home's history. Classic light fixtures soften the modern elements. We created a new arched opening to the living room and removed the trim around other doorways to enlarge them and mimic original arched openings. Removing an entry closet and breakfast nook opened up the overall footprint and allowed for a functional work zone that includes great counter space on either side of the range, when they had none before. The new pantry wall incorporates storage for the microwave, coat storage, and a bench for shoe removal.

Siatama Kitchen

H. Miller Bros

Set within an airy contemporary extension to a lovely Georgian home, the Siatama Kitchen is our most ambitious project to date. The client, a master cook who taught English in Siatama, Japan, wanted a space that spliced together her love of Japanese detailing with a sophisticated Scandinavian approach to wood. At the centre of the deisgn is a large island, made in solid british elm, and topped with a set of lined drawers for utensils, cutlery and chefs knifes. The 4-post legs of the island conform to the 寸 (pronounced ‘sun’), an ancient Japanese measurement equal to 3cm. An undulating chevron detail articulates the lower drawers in the island, and an open-framed end, with wood worktop, provides a space for casual dining and homework. A full height pantry, with sliding doors with diagonally-wired glass, and an integrated american-style fridge freezer, give acres of storage space and allow for clutter to be shut away. A plant shelf above the pantry brings the space to life, making the most of the high ceilings and light in this lovely room.

Scandinavian Kitchen

mybespokeroom.com

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian open plan kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, laminate floors, with island and grey floor.

Coastal Scandinavian

Willow Creek Interiors

This is an example of a large scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and wood.

Helena Drive - Scandinavian Minimalism

The Contractor Guys

Scandinavian kitchen in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

Cayuga Park Road

Foster Custom Kitchens

Design ideas for a large scandinavian u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Квартира у Парка Победы

Maxim Maximov

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Saint Petersburg with flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Rénovation maison familiale

Stephane Vasco

Photo of a scandinavian kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey splashback, grey floor and black benchtop.

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SUZUKI YOSHIMI PHOTOGRAPHY

設計・施工　工藤工務店
Photo of a scandinavian kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, concrete floors, a peninsula, grey floor and black benchtop.

Хюгге

MAKEdesign

Design ideas for a scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, grey floor, grey benchtop, mirror splashback and no island.

Escurçant el camí

MADE Architecture & Interior Design

MADE Architecture & Interior Design
Inspiration for a large scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Barcelona with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Cotton House

Peter Savage Photography

Peter Savage
Mid-sized scandinavian eat-in kitchen in Oxfordshire with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, with island and grey floor.

Large Barn Style Extension & Remodelling Project in the Surrey Hills

ArchiNature Photography

Large scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor, black benchtop and vaulted.

Maison Carrières-sur-Seine | 150m²

LAAD STUDIO

This is an example of a scandinavian eat-in kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback and grey floor.

Квартира на Боевской улице

Наталья Широкорад

фотограф: Василий Буланов
Mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped separate kitchen in Moscow with white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, white benchtop, a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown splashback and grey floor.

Rénovation Appartement Scandinave (en cours)

Mimi's Home design- Décoratrice d'intérieur Ufdi

didier guillot-Meero
This is an example of a small scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, slate floors and grey floor.

Granada Japandi

DESIGN LAB 444

Mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, a peninsula, grey floor, grey benchtop and coffered.

Japandi Minimalist Kitchen and Powder Room

Cedarstone Renovations Improvements Inc.

A minimalist kitchen is like the no-makeup makeup! Everything is well thought out throughout the space!
This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Framework House

Amos Goldreich Architecture

Amos Goldreich Architecture has completed an asymmetric brick extension that celebrates light and modern life for a young family in North London. The new layout gives the family distinct kitchen, dining and relaxation zones, and views to the large rear garden from numerous angles within the home. The owners wanted to update the property in a way that would maximise the available space and reconnect different areas while leaving them clearly defined. Rather than building the common, open box extension, Amos Goldreich Architecture created distinctly separate yet connected spaces both externally and internally using an asymmetric form united by pale white bricks. Previously the rear plan of the house was divided into a kitchen, dining room and conservatory. The kitchen and dining room were very dark; the kitchen was incredibly narrow and the late 90’s UPVC conservatory was thermally inefficient. Bringing in natural light and creating views into the garden where the clients’ children often spend time playing were both important elements of the brief. Amos Goldreich Architecture designed a large X by X metre box window in the centre of the sitting room that offers views from both the sitting area and dining table, meaning the clients can keep an eye on the children while working or relaxing. Amos Goldreich Architecture enlivened and lightened the home by working with materials that encourage the diffusion of light throughout the spaces. Exposed timber rafters create a clever shelving screen, functioning both as open storage and a permeable room divider to maintain the connection between the sitting area and kitchen. A deep blue kitchen with plywood handle detailing creates balance and contrast against the light tones of the pale timber and white walls. The new extension is clad in white bricks which help to bounce light around the new interiors, emphasise the freshness and newness, and create a clear, distinct separation from the existing part of the late Victorian semi-detached London home. Brick continues to make an impact in the patio area where Amos Goldreich Architecture chose to use Stone Grey brick pavers for their muted tones and durability. A sedum roof spans the entire extension giving a beautiful view from the first floor bedrooms. The sedum roof also acts to encourage biodiversity and collect rainwater. Continues Amos Goldreich, Director of Amos Goldreich Architecture says: “The Framework House was a fantastic project to work on with our clients. We thought carefully about the space planning to ensure we met the brief for distinct zones, while also keeping a connection to the outdoors and others in the space. “The materials of the project also had to marry with the new plan. We chose to keep the interiors fresh, calm, and clean so our clients could adapt their future interior design choices easily without the need to renovate the space again.” Clients, Tom and Jennifer Allen say: “I couldn’t have envisioned having a space like this. It has completely changed the way we live as a family for the better. We are more connected, yet also have our own spaces to work, eat, play, learn and relax.” “The extension has had an impact on the entire house. When our son looks out of his window on the first floor, he sees a beautiful planted roof that merges with the garden.”

UN STUDIO AVEC CREATION D'UN ESPACE NUIT

Emilie Melin architecte DPLG

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Scandinavian Kitchen with Grey Floor 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 Scandinavian 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!