A cream, pearlescent beadboard ceiling sets the stage for hand-blown, 1960s Italian pendants with white glass and brass appointments and white mini subway tile. The inset of each charcoal painted cabinet’s doors is leaded glass. Bronze farm sinks, bronze hardware and a bronze raised bar are accented by fossil limestone countertops; a subzero wine refrigerator, dishwasher drawers, a Wolf gas, five-burner cooktop and a restaurant-style faucet of brushed nickel, giving this kitchen a gourmet touch. Mid-century Danish barstools, an original brick fireplace and woven wood blinds add warmth alongside the many stainless steel appliances. Designed for two, with its double sinks and dishwashers, this kitchen is durable enough for everyday life with a family and a 200-pound Great Dane. A light tile backsplash, ceiling, lights, and glass leaded fronts provide a good contrast that keeps the kitchen, with its dark cabinets, from being heavy and oppressive. This is the perfect spot for hosting parties – if people end up in the kitchen, cooking and sipping together, why not make it a spot where you love to spend time?

Ridgewood - Traditional - Kitchen Remodel

The Hammer & Nail, Inc.

Hammer & Nail Designer: Barton Lidsky Photography by: Steve Rossi Clean white & fresh, this kitchen utilizes the best of the past and brings it up to date. The cupboard style upper cabinets with Youghiogheny glass inserts, custom antique Zinc range hood, handmade glass and tile along with the marble counters all add to the authentic turn-of -the-century feel. A stained and distressed mahogany island counter sits in the middle of the kitchen offering drawers for additional storage and shelves for displaying decorations. Meanwhile, hidden behind the perfectly proportioned cabinet panels are all the latest state-of-the-art appliances. The beautiful glass pendant lights instead of recessed fixtures in the ceiling further enhances the "true period" feel. http://thehammerandnail.com

Victorian Kitchen Renovations and Alterations

Clawson Architects, LLC

Featured in Period Homes Magazine, this kitchen is an example of working with the traditional elements of the existing Victorian Period home and within the existing footprint. The Custom cabinets recall the leaded glass windows in the main stair hall and front door.

Magnificant Historical Home Rumson NJ

Town & Country Kitchen and Bath

Crisp Architects

Horse Country Home

Kitchen

Arch Studio, Inc.

Best of House Design and Service 2014. --Photo by Paul Dyer

Breakfast nook with built in seating and storage

Kayron Brewer, CMKBD / Studio K B

This remodeled kitchen was transformed from a tiny compact kitchen to a small scale kitchen with much improved flow and storage. The space has become the central location for family interaction. An arched wall of a breakfast room was removed to create a better flow and layout to the space. We created the remembrance of the original arch within the new cabinetry detail over the built in bench seating and also within the hood.

Chadds Ford Residence

Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.

Photo: Devin Campbell Photography

NEBRASKA KITCHEN

i.d. | interior design

Andrea Rugg Photography

Traditional kitchen nestled in Franklin

Terri Sears, Kitchen and Bath Designer

Kitchen

Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.

Expansive custom kitchen includes a large main kitchen, breakfast room, separate chef's kitchen, and a large walk-in pantry. Vaulted ceiling with exposed beams shows the craftsmanship of the timber framing. Custom cabinetry and metal range hoods by Ayr Cabinet Company, Nappanee. Design by InDesign, Charlevoix. General Contracting by Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.; Architectural Drawings by James S. Bates, Architect; Design by InDesign; Photography by Marie Martin Kinney.

Brewer Way

the Design Studio, LLC

Basking Ridge Kitchen Remodel

Rachel Savage Design Management LLC

Traditional Style Kitchen Inspiration

Everingham Design

HMJ Kitchen

Jennifer Duncan, CKD

We took an outdated kitchen that was enclosed and shrunken by multiple bulky closets, updated it and opened it up by removing the closet intrusions and expanded the doorway and window to the expansive view of the river and pool area outside. We added lots of storage while taking away a lot of bulk.

Green Quartzite Countertops and White Cabinets in Wayne PA

MacLaren Kitchen and Bath

Design, Fabrication, Install and Photography by MacLaren Kitchen and Bath Cabinetry: Centra/Mouser Square Inset style. Coventry Doors/Drawers and select Slab top drawers. Semi-Custom Cabinetry, mouldings and hardware installed by MacLaren and adjusted onsite. Decorative Hardware: Jeffrey Alexander/Florence Group Cups and Knobs Backsplash: Handmade Subway Tile in Crackled Ice with Custom ledge and frame installed in Sea Pearl Quartzite Countertops: Sea Pearl Quartzite with a Half-Round-Over Edge Sink: Blanco Large Single Bowl in Metallic Gray Extras: Modified wooden hood frame, Custom Doggie Niche feature for dog platters and treats drawer, embellished with a custom Corian dog-bone pull.

Newton NH - Custom Paint by Sherwin Williams

Plaistow Cabinet

Shiloh Cabinetry, custom paint by Sherwin Williams - Peppercorn. The counter tops and the full height back splash is done with Silestone Eternal Calcutta Classic quartz. Just to make the island more fantastic, we put a 3" thick edge on it.

Lafayette Kitchen

dezign interiors, llc

Jeffrey Reed Insidesign Mt Paran

Jeffrey Reed

Traditional Kitchen with Beaded Inset 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 Traditional 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!