Inspiring kitchen ideas
Energised eating
Cool blue flooring and chairs mix with warm orange accents and walls for an inviting, lively kitchen design.
Limelight
Hints of green, found in the upholstered barstools and scroll-patterned wallpaper, makes a bright, fresh eating space.
High gloss
A shiny orange backsplash pops against a sleek mix of stainless steel and white lacquer.
Shipshape
A grooved wooden countertop feels nautical and substantial in a white kitchen.
Floral influences
Delicate feminine touches, like soft lavender cabinets and hydrangea-patterned shades, create a pretty kitchen design.
Out on display
Instead of hiding dishes and pots in cabinets, hang wooden floating shelves on a brightly painted wall and display everything in neat stacks.
Mobile unit
A wooden kitchen island with wheels can be moved around a small space as needed.
Eat in
A kitchen island doubles as an eating area with stainless-steel bar stools that can be tucked under the island when not in use.
Simple seats
A pair of retro bar stools offers seating at a kitchen island and can easily be removed during meal prep.
Coming up roses
Play up the feminine side of a kitchen by hanging pale pink-and-white wallpaper and displaying rosy-hued bowls.
Modern additions
Black elements, like granite countertops and a leather bar stool, give a soft yellow and white kitchen a metropolitan look.
Vintage touches
Incorporating flea market finds, like enamel tins, a pulley pendant light and an antiqued clock, gives a kitchen quaint character.
Red revival
A mixture of colours and materials found in the vibrant red cabinets, patterned tile backsplash and stainless-steel oven create a polished, energised kitchen.
Pipeline
Leaving the underside of a large farmhouse sink exposed makes a unique focal point in the kitchen.
Country style
An oversized white pendant light helps to anchor a butcher-block island.
White on white
Dark hardwood floors balance the sleek white cabinetry, molded seating and modern light fixture.
Stunning storage
When painted icy blue, floor-to-ceiling cabinetry becomes a beautiful focal point.
Gridlock
Small white tiling gives this kitchen a linear, orderly look.
Colour jolt
A bright turquoise backsplash enlivens an otherwise neutral-hued kitchen.
Classic shapes
Thick white shelves hold glass and ceramic objects with pretty silhouettes.
Subtly contemporary
A combination of birch and stainless-steel cabinetry feels soft and modern in style.
Mixed materials
Graphic black and white elements, like the framed artwork and tiled flooring, pull together industrial-style cabinets and oversized lighting.
Natural instinct
Wooden floating shelves and cabinetry blend with white tiling for a clean and homey look.
Heavy metals
A recessed oven area with subway tiles matches the industrial style of the kitchen’s stainless-steel elements.
Elevated eating
A casual farm table gets a lift of formality with a tufted leather bench.
Palette cleanser
Natural wood surfaces complement soothing pastels.
What's old is new
A few flea market finds, like an antique clock and a shabby chic light, add character to a neutral kitchen.
Industrial strength
Workroom-inspired elements, like a long stainless-steel table and cabinets, will make you feel like a top chef.
Seeing red
Magenta cabinets are a bold choice, but the effect is bright and cheerful.
Modern lines
Translucent sliding glass doors conceal pantry items and blend with a modern kitchen aesthetic.
Raw ingredients
Exposed brick, vintage pieces and a small freestanding range lend this urban kitche
Good presentation
Keep the sink area fuss-free by decanting soaps and detergents into clear, refillable bottles.
Go green
A collection of vintage ceramics and mismatched canisters makes an eye-catching display.
Cooking light
Tall, gothic-style windows shine plenty of natural light on a cheerful checkered backsplash.
Picture perfect
Hanging framed photos and artwork above a sink gives a personal touch to an unexpected place.
Heavy metal
Dark cabinets don’t weigh things down thanks to glossy white surfaces and light aluminum chairs.
Mix master
Dishes don’t need to match, but a common palette or pattern will ensure that they coordinate.
Checked out
Provincial touches like traditional plaid shades, a vintage table and chairs, and classic country crocks add a homey touch.
Sky high
Shelving built up to the ceiling creates a grand display for oversized vases.
Check it out
A graphic black-and-white backsplash provides pleasant contrast to cool hues.
Weathered white
A neutral palette won’t fall flat with a mix of white wood surfaces, cream-colored ceramics and glass canisters.
Subway style
Subway tiles are an attractive and affordable alternative to a traditional backsplash.
Run with it
Enliven a Swedish-style kitchen with several patterned floor runners.
Culinary retreat
Outfitting a recessed cooking space with a shelf and corbels adds a decorative element to a functional area.
Overhead storage
When cabinet space is lacking, a long row of ceiling-mounted pot racks creates additional storage space for cookware and baskets.
Modern mix
Magenta cabinets pop against sleek wood paneling for a contemporary look.
Easy reach
A wall-mounted hutch provides easy-to-access storage for dishware.
Stay grounded
Keep walls neutral when painting floors an unexpected shade, like this sea-inspired blue.
High style
Make the most of soaring ceilings with oversized cabinets and an eye-catching chandelier.
Light and playful
Colourful accessories and fresh flowers liven up a simple space.
A la carte
Small spaces require flexible solutions; a portable cart can be used for preparing, serving and storage.
Hint of mint
Vintage canisters, wooden spoons and a wash of cool green hues keep a kitchen homey.
Open dining
A large island and oversized lighting help to anchor a sizable kitchen space.
White wash
An all-white kitchen is pristine and elegant with streamlined midcentury furnishings.
Counter balance
To make up for limited space, a generous kitchen island multitasks as storage, a table and extra countertop.
A clean slate
Slate floors are perfect for high-traffic areas like kitchens—they’re durable, stain- and moisture-resistant, and hypoallergenic.
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