U-shaped Kitchen Design Ideas
Boss Design CenterWelcome to our latest kitchen renovation project, where classic French elegance meets contemporary design in the heart of Great Falls, VA. In this transformation, we aim to create a stunning kitchen space that exudes sophistication and charm, capturing the essence of timeless French style with a modern twist.
Our design centers around a harmonious blend of light gray and off-white tones, setting a serene and inviting backdrop for this kitchen makeover. These neutral hues will work in harmony to create a calming ambiance and enhance the natural light, making the kitchen feel open and welcoming.
To infuse a sense of nature and add a striking focal point, we have carefully selected green cabinets. The rich green hue, reminiscent of lush gardens, brings a touch of the outdoors into the space, creating a unique and refreshing visual appeal. The cabinets will be thoughtfully placed to optimize both functionality and aesthetics.
The heart of this project lies in the eye-catching French-style range and exquisite light fixture. The hood, adorned with intricate detailing, will become a captivating centerpiece above the cooking area. Its classic charm will evoke the grandeur of French country homes, while also providing efficient ventilation for a pleasant cooking experience.
Design First InteriorsThis formerly small and cramped kitchen switched roles with the extra large eating area resulting in a dramatic transformation that takes advantage of the nice view of the backyard. The small kitchen window was changed to a new patio door to the terrace and the rest of the space was “sculpted” to suit the new layout.
A Classic U-shaped kitchen layout with the sink facing the window was the best of many possible combinations. The primary components were treated as “elements” which combine for a very elegant but warm design. The fridge column, custom hood and the expansive backsplash tile in a fabric pattern, combine for an impressive focal point. The stainless oven tower is flanked by open shelves and surrounded by a pantry “bridge”; the eating bar and drywall enclosure in the breakfast room repeat this “bridge” shape. The walnut island cabinets combine with a walnut butchers block and are mounted on a pedestal for a lighter, less voluminous feeling. The TV niche & corkboard are a unique blend of old and new technologies for staying in touch, from push pins to I-pad.
The light walnut limestone floor complements the cabinet and countertop colors and the two ceiling designs tie the whole space together.
Flavin ArchitectsThis remodel of a mid century gem is located in the town of Lincoln, MA a hot bed of modernist homes inspired by Gropius’ own house built nearby in the 1940’s. By the time the house was built, modernism had evolved from the Gropius era, to incorporate the rural vibe of Lincoln with spectacular exposed wooden beams and deep overhangs.
The design rejects the traditional New England house with its enclosing wall and inward posture. The low pitched roofs, open floor plan, and large windows openings connect the house to nature to make the most of its rural setting.
Photo by: Nat Rae Photography
LDa Architecture & InteriorsPhoto Credit: Sam Gray Photography
White Caesarstone Counters
Black Marble Island
Lights: Restoration Hardware- Benson Pendant (16")
Inspiration for a transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets and panelled appliances.
Inspiration for a transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets and panelled appliances.
Nefarious DesignDesign ideas for a country u-shaped kitchen pantry in Buckinghamshire with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.
DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & CabinetryThe butler’s pantry glows with honed Macchia Vecchia book-matched marble slab backsplash and countertops. The traditional inset cabinetry is painted a soft white, with display pieces spotlit by the integrated lighting in the upper glass display cabinets with integrated lighting highlighting dishes and serving pieces. Pocket door cabinets hide small appliances, and the paneled twin SubZero twin columns keep the galley space feeling seamlessly cohesive. A dishwasher, microwave, and steam oven complete this elegantly functional space.
Plain & PoshThese homeowners were ready to update the home they had built when their girls were young. This was not a full gut remodel. The perimeter cabinetry mostly stayed but got new doors and height added at the top. The island and tall wood stained cabinet to the left of the sink are new and custom built and I hand-drew the design of the new range hood. The beautiful reeded detail came from our idea to add this special element to the new island and cabinetry. Bringing it over to the hood just tied everything together. We were so in love with this stunning Quartzite we chose for the countertops we wanted to feature it further in a custom apron-front sink. We were in love with the look of Zellige tile and it seemed like the perfect space to use it in.
Jen the BuilderStraight Stacked backsplash tile, slim shaker full overlay cabinets, soft close drawers, quartz countertops, waterfall edge island, edge pull cabinet hardware, Bertazoni appliances
Cathie Hong InteriorsInspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.
M. Victoria Johnson InteriorsDesign ideas for a beach style u-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.
Schloegel Design RemodelDesigner: Lindsay Brungardt
Elegant mid-century modern kitchen with a bar, black lower cabinets, warm stained upper cabinets, black appliances, white porcelain tile backsplash, vaulted stained wood ceilings, and natural tone wood floors.
Blythe InteriorsDesign ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, laminate floors and brown floor.
O’Hara InteriorsMartha O'Hara Interiors, Interior Design & Photo Styling | Hage Homes, Builder | Corey Gaffer, Photography
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Drury DesignThe architect’s plans had a single island with large windows on both main walls. The one window overlooked the unattractive side of a neighbor’s house while the other was not large enough to see the beautiful large back yard. The kitchen entry location made the mudroom extremely small and left only a few design options for the kitchen layout. The almost 14’ high ceilings also gave lots of opportunities for a unique design, but care had to be taken to still make the space feel warm and cozy.
After drawing four design options, one was chosen that relocated the entry from the mudroom, making the mudroom a lot more accessible. A prep island across from the range and an entertaining island were included. The entertaining island included a beverage refrigerator for guests to congregate around and to help them stay out of the kitchen work areas. The small island appeared to be floating on legs and incorporates a sink and single dishwasher drawer for easy clean up of pots and pans.
Kiyohara MoffittPhoto of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.
Lacey ArchitectureInspiration for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.
The Design GalleryMid-sized midcentury u-shaped kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.
Inspired Spaces, Inc.Photo of a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.
Студия дизайна и ремонта Полины ВольговичPhoto of a contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Saint Petersburg with an undermount sink, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.
Sage DesignsExpansive Kitchen with island seating, lots of windows, blue painted cabinets and white marble countertops.
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.
U-shaped Kitchen Design Ideas
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