Make the most of the busiest area in your house with these kitchen ideas.
Chad Mellon
The kitchen is one of the most-used rooms in a house.
It’s where you cook favorite recipes, entertain guests, and serve up late-night snacks.
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Fromcolorful cabinetsto creative tile applications, there is something for every style andkitchen floor plan layout.
These are popular styles.
U-Shaped.Like the letter it is named for, the U-shaped layout has cabinetry on three walls.
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This kitchen style generally has a lot of storage and counter space.
Galley.This style is efficient and small.
Cabinetry and appliances outfit two facing walls, effectively creating a space that feels like a highly functional hall.
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One-Wall.As the name describes, a one-wall kitchen is set up on a single wall.
These kitchens are generally small and found in small homes, apartments, studio apartments.
They often open to a living and dining room.
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This gallery of layouts and style ideas will inspire your dream kitchen.
This kitchen featurestwo-tone cabinetryand open shelving for storage to visually heighten the room.
An island on casters allows for additional surface space and can be moved if needed.
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The kitchen flows into the dining area with a built-in banquette that features hidden bonus storage.
Open Kitchen Storage
Employclever kitchen organizationto give a sense of structure to open storage.
White subway tile, stone countertops, and wood surfaces balancecharcoal gray cabinets.
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Modern Kitchen
John Granen
Clad in white, this modern kitchen is sleek and sophisticated.
Tiled Range Wall
Turn a blank wall into a statement-making focal point.
This colorful patterned backsplash adds drama and showcases inkyblue kitchen cabinets.
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An island that pairs wood and stone adds a natural element to the open kitchen.
Brass hardware adds warmth to the green paint and white backsplash.
Midcentury-inspired pendant lighting and wood bar stools add a retro element to the space.
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Warm brass finishes on lighting and hardware complete the cozy kitchen.
Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
An inviting atmosphere is essential to any farmhouse kitchen.
Large windows with black trim and rustic woodopen shelvingreinforce the expansive feel.
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Black fixtures deliver contrast amid white cabinetry andshiplap walls.
Blue cabinets with a gray undertone create a peaceful (and perfectly French) look.
Two cushioned stools tuck under the island to stay out of foot traffic and at the ready for seating.
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Beautiful blue ceramics stand out on the open shelves, while brass cup pulls continue the traditional kitchen style.
This black-and-white waterfall-style stone kitchen island beautifully contrasts with white oak base cabinets.
A whitepaneled refrigeratorfades into the background, allowing the island to take center stage.
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Touches of black mingle for an unexpected color combination.
Ample overhead lighting and custom cabinetry make the workspace extra functional.
Open and Inviting
Thisspacious, open-layout kitchenwas designed toaccommodate cooks and guestsalike.
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A shiplap ceiling, white cabinets, and touches of color amplify the cozy atmosphere.
A grand gray island stands at the heart of the space and incorporates a beveled marble countertop.
White cabinets lighten slab granite countertops and slate gray backsplash tile.
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Kitchen Wallpaper
Brie Passano
Add color and texture with akitchen wallpaper.
This blue patterned wallpaper gives an all-white kitchen an instant upgrade.
The massive island provides plenty of prep space, plus seating for four.
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Yellow Kitchen Walls
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Classiccheckerboard marble floorsare incapable of feeling stuffy when paired with sunflower-yellow walls.
Architectural details, custom millwork, and an intricate chandelier add to the grandeur of this high-ceilinged space.
Having an island and a peninsula!
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Quartz countertops and a coordinating range wall echo the look of Calacatta marble.
Arange hoodclad in reclaimed wood contrastsclean white cabinetryand warms up light-gray accents on the wall and tile backsplash.
The ceiling features preserved tongue-and-groove wood, and the open shelves are magnolia.
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White furniture-style cabinets around the perimeter of the kitchen balance the dark slate tile floors and substantial wood ceilings.
A modern light fixture above the table brings the look into the 21st century.
Instead, work with what you already have.
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Add a pass-through window to open up a small kitchen.
Apply a fresh coat of paint and install modern pendant lights for aquick and easy kitchen update.
Kitchen Island Lighting
Oversized kitchen island lightingis an eye-catching way to amp up this hardworking area.
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These basket-weave pendants hang over marble countertops and an apron-front farmhouse sink.
Navy blue paneled cabinets add texture and contrast.
Small Kitchen Storage
White subway tiles contrast with black countertops and cabinets in this U-shaped kitchen layout.
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Optimizing space in a tiny kitchen is essential.
Hang floating shelves instead of installing full cabinets to create the illusion of more space.
Small Kitchen Organization
Running low on drawer space?
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Look for new places to store kitchen essentials.
Hold all your favorite beverages in one place with a mini fridge and built-in wine racks.
Display your drinkware on floating shelves and always have a cutting board handy for slicing fresh citrus.
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Use them to display your carefully curated collection of coffee mugs, cookbooks, or houseplants.
Brass Kitchen Accents
Julie Soefer
Make an all-white kitchen shine by trimming it in metallic accents.
This space features brass on the hood vent, faucet, pot filler, and barstool legs.
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The baby blue vinyl seats of the barstools stand out against the otherwise neutral room.
Local Kitchen Inspiration
Decorate your kitchen with a nod to your locale.
This kitchen’s geometricgreen backsplashplays off the foliage showcased outside a wall of windows.
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Statement lighting and bright white walls open up to a sunroom, letting natural light flood the contemporary kitchen.
The kitchen shelves contrast vertical beadboard paneling and warm wood base cabinetry.
Kitchen Breakfast Nook
A custom breakfast nook cozies up to the end of this kitchen countertop.
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A crystal Sputnik chandelier and lacquered flat kitchen cabinets add a touch of retro glam to thismidcentury modern-inspired space.
Bright Kitchen Cabinet Color
Give your kitchen a fresh start with a juicy orange hue.
This bright shade of orange contrasts dark wood countertops and a shiny white tile backsplash.
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And contrary to what you might think,orange pairs well with many colors.
Matte black hardware ties in well with the drama of the backsplash and coordinates with the modern kitchen countertops.
This verdant color scheme gives a nature-inspired feel when paired with rattan barstools and houseplants.
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Classic White Kitchen
Annie Schlechter
White kitchens are anything but boring.
They brighten up a space, make it look larger, and allow you to decorate however you want.
French Connection
Traditional French and contemporary American kitchen styles share little in common.
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Yet, in this kitchen, the two styles fuse seamlessly.
But the kitchen’s functionality is fully American with abundant storage in the cabinetry and center island.
Antique Kitchen Accents
Rustic cabinetry pairs well with sage-green open shelving in this antique-inspired kitchen.
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Opt for a freestanding table instead of a traditional kitchen island.
Matte Black Appliances
Command attention where it’s not usually directed withmatte black appliances.
This easy-to-clean finish looks sharp with any color scheme and will give your kitchen a dramatic edge.
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This kitchen shows off a beautiful monochromatic look decked in chrome accents and shades of gray.
The marble backsplash seamlessly transitions into the countertop while the herringbone accent tile adds interesting character.
If you want more cohesion, stick with the same finish but switch up the punch in of pulls.
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The blue and white hues are the ideal coastal colors.
Add rattan barstools and seating to a built-in restaurant-style booth to enjoy a meal together with the family.
Leaded-glass doors on the upper cabinets further the vintage style and provide breezy counterpoints to solid base cabinets.
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Outdoor Connection
Expansive kitchen windows let in light and fresh air, plus share views of nature.
These floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors connect to the home’s patio while providing picturesque vantage points.
Kitchen Cabinet Storage
Storage and organizationare top priorities in kitchens.
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When you combine the two, everything should have an easy-to-access home.
This built-in, roll-out spice shelf maximizes storage with ample room for spices and all your cooking tools.
This eat-in kitchen features blue-gray cabinets and a mint green island with room for four barstools.
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More and more, homeowners are expanding their cabinet palette to include more color.
Two-tone cabinets allow you to add color without going all-in, plus it adds contrast to your kitchen.
Induction Cooktop
Induction stovesare aesthetically pleasing and a safe and fast way to make your favorite meals.
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Thisinduction cooktoplooks sleek and contemporary against the black quartz countertop and white subway tile backsplash.
Timeless Traditional Style
Atraditional-style kitchenwill withstand the test of time.
A coffered ceiling adds extra detail in an unexpected place.
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Wood Kitchen Flooring
Hardwood floors make a kitchen cozy and welcoming.
While true hardwood floors can be difficult to maintain, there are many other options on the market.
Consider laminate wood flooring or porcelain planks that look just like wood but provide easier upkeep.
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Butcher block adds a natural element to all-white kitchens and is also budget-friendly.
Brick Kitchen Floor
Kim Cornelison
Kitchen flooringcan completely change the look and feel of your workspace.
Brick flooring is a surprising contrast to classic elements and modern acrylic chairs in this traditional kitchen.
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The wall of glass-front cabinets and two big windows over the sink help the kitchen feel airy.
Without heavy window treatments, sunlight has no trouble streaming into this kitchen.
A grayrange hoodand dark floors bring in a modern edge.
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Seagrass stool seats add texture, while rich chocolate-brown wood floors warm up the cool color palette.
Focal-Point Range Hood
Add a bit of drama to your kitchen with a custom range hood.
This limestone hood hearkens back in time with hand-carved details and light stone.
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An ornate tiled backsplash creates a focal point below.
Beautiful woodwork, arched details, and elegant accessories complete the timeless look.
This wood island offsets the kitchen’s white perimeter cabinets and harmonizes with the slatefireplace hearth.
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Glossy surfaces and upholstered stools finish the upscale look.
Industrial Accents
Industrial-style pendants are right at home with the exposed ductwork in this factory-inspired kitchen.
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