This kitchen's timeless look will outlast the trends with neutral cabinets, an organic marble backsplash and brushed gold fixtures. We included ample countertop space for this family of four to invite friends and entertain large groups. Ten foot ceilings allowed for higher wall cabinets for a more dramatic space.

SB 290 Calacatta AGGLOTECH TERRAZZO

Ollin Stone

Versatility! What happen if you combine Agglotech Terrazzo with the stylish wood of a country kitchen?! Cozy, quiet, intimate: at home! Project: Private House City: Lithuania Color: SB 290 Calacatta Find more on our website www.ollinstone.com

Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry

GMI Design Group

This dark, dreary kitchen was large, but not being used well. The family of 7 had outgrown the limited storage and experienced traffic bottlenecks when in the kitchen together. A bright, cheerful and more functional kitchen was desired, as well as a new pantry space. We gutted the kitchen and closed off the landing through the door to the garage to create a new pantry. A frosted glass pocket door eliminates door swing issues. In the pantry, a small access door opens to the garage so groceries can be loaded easily. Grey wood-look tile was laid everywhere. We replaced the small window and added a 6’x4’ window, instantly adding tons of natural light. A modern motorized sheer roller shade helps control early morning glare. Three free-floating shelves are to the right of the window for favorite décor and collectables. White, ceiling-height cabinets surround the room. The full-overlay doors keep the look seamless. Double dishwashers, double ovens and a double refrigerator are essentials for this busy, large family. An induction cooktop was chosen for energy efficiency, child safety, and reliability in cooking. An appliance garage and a mixer lift house the much-used small appliances. An ice maker and beverage center were added to the side wall cabinet bank. The microwave and TV are hidden but have easy access. The inspiration for the room was an exclusive glass mosaic tile. The large island is a glossy classic blue. White quartz countertops feature small flecks of silver. Plus, the stainless metal accent was even added to the toe kick! Upper cabinet, under-cabinet and pendant ambient lighting, all on dimmers, was added and every light (even ceiling lights) is LED for energy efficiency. White-on-white modern counter stools are easy to clean. Plus, throughout the room, strategically placed USB outlets give tidy charging options.

Third Street Pantry

Kitchen & Bath Details

Design ideas for a beach style u-shaped kitchen pantry in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island and black benchtop.

New Project

MIGNON HERVEY DESIGN LLC

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in New Orleans with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, dark hardwood floors, black floor and brown benchtop.

Modern Mediterranean 3850

Sterling Custom Homes

Fine Focus Photography
Design ideas for a large mediterranean u-shaped kitchen pantry in Austin with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Hruska

Distinctive Designs in Cabinetry, LLC

Nurnberg Photography, LLC
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Charleston with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, brick splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and grey benchtop.

ORG Home

Inspired Closets of Charleston

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Charleston with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, slate floors and grey floor.

Kitchen Design, Planning & Remodeling; Mother-in-Law Suite

Golden Interiors

MJ WHITE complete kitchen design, planning & remodeling, cabinetry, flooring and lighting, Mother in Law suite, basement level, almost finished, flooring is faux wood floor with cork backing for basement level to add warmth #Aging-in-Place #Mother-in-Law

1925 Assisi Residence

Period Architecture Ltd.

Angle Eye Photography
Traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Philadelphia with marble benchtops, stone tile splashback, travertine floors, an undermount sink, grey cabinets, grey splashback, panelled appliances and recessed-panel cabinets.

San Clemente Pantry

CustomBuilt-ins.com / CFM Company Inc.

Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops and dark hardwood floors.

Kitchen and Vanity countertops

Select Stone

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Boston with white cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and glass tile splashback.

Functional Pantry

In Its Place Design

Lovely and Functional Pantry.
Photo of a large u-shaped kitchen pantry in Birmingham.

Tuscan Kitchens

Cabinet Concepts by Design

Randy Colwell
Large mediterranean u-shaped kitchen pantry in Denver with beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, with island, an undermount sink, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood floors.

Northwood Kitchen NSW 2066

The Renovation Broker

A Hamptons entertainer with every appliance you could wish for and storage solutions. This kitchen is a kitchen that is beyond the norm. Not only does it deliver instant impact by way of it's size & features. It houses the very best of modern day appliances that money can buy. It's highly functional with everything at your fingertips. This space is a dream experience for everyone in the home, & is especially a real treat for the cooks when they entertain

Black and White Kitchen Renovation

French Cabinetry

Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, black benchtop and recessed.

Dana Point - Full Remodel

Pacific Coast Builders, Inc.

This is an example of a large modern u-shaped kitchen pantry in Orange County with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

European Elegance

Chuck's Construction

Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, coloured appliances and with island.

Mid-Century Kitchen Remodel in Valley Glen

Pearl Remodeling

We revamped this 1960's Mid-Century Valley Glen home, by transforming its wide spacious kitchen into a modern mid-century style. We completely removed the old cabinets, reconfigured the layout, upgraded the electrical and plumbing system of the kitchen. We installed 6 dimmable recessed light cans, new GFI outlets, new switches, and brand-new appliances. We moved the stovetop's location opposite from its original location for the sake of space efficiency to create new countertop space for dining. Relocating the stovetop required creating a new gas line and ventilation pipeline. We installed 56 linear feet of beautiful custom flat-panel walnut and off-white cabinets that house the stovetop refrigerator, wine cellar, sink, and dishwasher seamlessly. The cabinets have beautiful gold brush hardware, self-close mechanisms, adjustable shelves, full extension drawers, and a spice rack pull-out. There is also a pullout drawer that glides out quietly for easy access to store essentials at the party. We installed 45 sq. ft. of teal subway tile backsplash adds a pop of color to the brown walnut, gold, and neutral color palette of the kitchen. The 45 sq. ft. of countertop is made of a solid color off-white custom-quartz which matches the color of the top cabinets of the kitchen. Paired with the 220 sq. ft. of natural off-white stone flooring tiles, the color combination of the kitchen embodies the essence of modern mid-century style.

Transitional Gem in Willow Glen

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Inspiration for a small transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

U-shaped Kitchen Pantry 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!