Project 3408-1 Scandinavian Kitchen Remodel w/ Custom Island on Wheels

This 1901-built bungalow in the Longfellow neighborhood of South Minneapolis was ready for a new functional kitchen. The homeowners love Scandinavian design, so the new space melds the bungalow home with Scandinavian design influences. A wall was removed between the existing kitchen and old breakfast nook for an expanded kitchen footprint. Marmoleum modular tile floor was installed in a custom pattern, as well as new windows throughout. New Crystal Cabinetry natural alder cabinets pair nicely with the Cambria quartz countertops in the Torquay design, and the new simple stacked ceramic backsplash. All new electrical and LED lighting throughout, along with windows on three walls create a wonderfully bright space. Sleek, stainless steel appliances were installed, including a Bosch induction cooktop. Storage components were included, like custom cabinet pull-outs, corner cabinet pull-out, spice racks, and floating shelves. One of our favorite features is the movable island on wheels that can be placed in the center of the room for serving and prep, OR it can pocket next to the southwest window for a cozy eat-in space to enjoy coffee and tea. Overall, the new space is simple, clean and cheerful. Minimal clean lines and natural materials are great in a Minnesotan home. Designed by: Emily Blonigen. See full details, including before photos at https://www.castlebri.com/kitchens/project-3408-1/

Open Spaces - Roxbury, MA

Transitions Kitchens and Baths

This craftsman style kitchen design will be the center of every social gathering and the focal point for family life. The kitchen offers ample workspace and storage, including an island with seating and a tall pantry with pull out storage. The highlight of the kitchen is a large bi-fold tract window at the sink area that allows a serving area for both outdoor and indoor entertaining.

Coastal Florida Homes

Wilson Lighting

This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Maple Modern Project

Estate Cabinetry

This kitchen was beautifully designed in Waypoint Living Spaces Cabinetry. The 730F Maple Natural stain . The counter top is Cambria's torquay countertop with an eased edge. The back splash tile is Dimensions Glacier tile. The back splash tile is Arctic glass tile. The faucet is delta's Trinsic faucet in a arctic stainless finish. All the finishes and products (expect for appliances) were supplied by Estate Cabinetry.

Attic Renovation Kitchen area

Kodiak Heating & Plumbing Ltd

we created a small kitchen area in the attic Photo Credit www.andreabrunsphotography.com
Inspiration for a small transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Vancouver with a drop-in sink, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, no island, beige splashback and ceramic splashback.

Chippers Crossing Remodel

Whiteley & Whiteley

This is an example of a mid-sized asian single-wall separate kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and a peninsula.

Transitional Kitchen

Mid-sized transitional galley separate kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Transformation Creation!

Performance Kitchens & Home

Voted best of Houzz 2014, 2015, 2016 & 2017! Since 1974, Performance Kitchens & Home has been re-inventing spaces for every room in the home. Specializing in older homes for Kitchens, Bathrooms, Den, Family Rooms and any room in the home that needs creative storage solutions for cabinetry. We offer color rendering services to help you see what your space will look like, so you can be comfortable with your choices! Our Design team is ready help you see your vision and guide you through the entire process! Photography by: Juniper Wind Designs LLC

Davis Bistro Kitchen. Nar Fine Carpentry. Sacramento. El Dorado Hills

Nar Design Group

A warm contemporary "Bistro" inspired kitchen. A mix of figured Anigre & Slate stained cabinetry with total LED lighting. All the bells & whistles! Photography by Fred Donham, Photographer Link

San Francisco Kitchen Redux

Justrich Design

Photos by James Hall Photography http://jameshallphotography.zenfolio.com/

Sea Cliff Huntington Beach

Remodel Experts, Inc.

Photo of a large tropical l-shaped separate kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Japandi-Inspired Kitchen

Fox Interiors

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.

Groton Transitional Kitchen

Denyne 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.

Japanese Inspired Remodel in Noe Valley

Mark Brand Architecture

The design of this remodel of a small two-level residence in Noe Valley reflects the owner's passion for Japanese architecture. Having decided to completely gut the interior partitions, we devised a better-arranged floor plan with traditional Japanese features, including a sunken floor pit for dining and a vocabulary of natural wood trim and casework. Vertical grain Douglas Fir takes the place of Hinoki wood traditionally used in Japan. Natural wood flooring, soft green granite and green glass backsplashes in the kitchen further develop the desired Zen aesthetic. A wall to wall window above the sunken bath/shower creates a connection to the outdoors. Privacy is provided through the use of switchable glass, which goes from opaque to clear with a flick of a switch. We used in-floor heating to eliminate the noise associated with forced-air systems.

Matthieu

Atelier Aim

This is an example of an industrial single-wall separate kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, no island, green floor and brown benchtop.

Cuisine Bois

Mesure

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

T E L E T H O N | H O M E

FHSA

Inspiration for a contemporary galley separate kitchen with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and grey floor.

Elliot Ave. Kitchen addition

Ohana Home & Design

This house had a tiny little galley kitchen. We added an addition off the back of the home which gave the family a nice sized kitchen and a family room.

Altis

WL Harder Inc.

This is an example of a large modern u-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Kemper Kitchen

Miller Woodworks

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Cincinnati with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, a peninsula, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Separate Kitchen with Light Wood 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!