Aurelia's Kitchen

Classic Kitchens Direct

A stunning example of an ornate Handmade Bespoke kitchen, with Quartz worktops, white hand painted cabinets

Relocated Victorian

CG&S Design-Build

Photography by Ryan Davis | CG&S Design-Build

Dove grey kitchen with granite surfaces in Victorian townhouse

Stoneham Kitchens

Kitchen storage is generous including a stunning wooden pantry unit, with drawers with scooped handles and spice racks fitted to the upper door. Sutton Ambrosia Granite worktops are used throughout to contrast against the light grey, adding a modern twist to the classic furniture style.

Italianate Victorian Kitchen

Centoni Restoration & Development, Inc.

CLIENT GOALS Nearly every room of this lovely Noe Valley home had been thoughtfully expanded and remodeled through its 120 years, short of the kitchen. Through this kitchen remodel, our clients wanted to remove the barrier between the kitchen and the family room and increase usability and storage for their growing family. DESIGN SOLUTION The kitchen design included modification to a load-bearing wall, which allowed for the seamless integration of the family room into the kitchen and the addition of seating at the peninsula. The kitchen layout changed considerably by incorporating the classic “triangle” (sink, range, and refrigerator), allowing for more efficient use of space. The unique and wonderful use of color in this kitchen makes it a classic – form, and function that will be fashionable for generations to come.

Aurelia's Kitchen

Classic Kitchens Direct

A stunning example of an ornate Handmade Bespoke kitchen, with Quartz worktops, white hand painted cabinets

Italianate Victorian Kitchen

Centoni Restoration & Development, Inc.

Aurelia's Kitchen

Classic Kitchens Direct

A stunning example of an ornate Handmade Bespoke kitchen, with Quartz worktops, white hand painted cabinets

Connecticut Kitchen Design

Split panel doors on the wall cabinets flank the custom hood. A lazy susan base cabinet sits in the corner.

Modern Victorian

Connecticut Kitchen Design

The leaded glass cabinet doors on either side of the window were custom designed and made to match glass featured elsewhere in this Victorian home.

Dove grey kitchen with granite surfaces in Victorian townhouse

Stoneham Kitchens

One of the most innovative design features of the kitchen is the way that it makes use of the large chimney breast. Rather than work around this, the designer utilised the area to create an elegant and minimalist space for food preparation, with a Rangemaster Elise dual cooker in slate grey and hidden Westin Cache remote controlled extractor hood. The chimney area is finished with a stunning oversized mantle shelf, which is both a functional and an eye-catching design feature, elevating the Victorian grandeur style carried through the property.

Shaker Style kitchen in Light Stone Grey

Finchley Kitchens

Stone Grey Shaker Style Kitchen using the neutral tones from the Pronorm Collection. Quooker Flex tap, Blanco Silgranit Sink, Capel Wine Cooler, Britannia Range Cooker, Silestone Worktop used to design a a waterfall island with low-level seating option.

Shaker Style kitchen in Light Stone Grey

Finchley Kitchens

Belmont

Signature Innovations LLC

The stunning kitchen is proof a space can be comfortable yet elegant. The kitchen’s Vintage French Oak floor gives a sense of warmth & history with its reclaimed wood appearance while the bold navy blue island & off-white glazed cabinets balances the space with a sophisticated elegance. Floor: 7″ wide-plank Vintage French Oak Rustic Character Victorian Collection hand scraped pillowed edge color Komaco Lite Satin Hardwax Oil. For more information please email us at: sales@signaturehardwoods.com

Victorian Kitchen with Grey Benchtop 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 Victorian 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!