The owner of this bungalow in Mill Valley, CA has to gut her kitchen, but wanted to retain it's former vintage feel. The new cabinets were given a painterly Faux Bois finish by Elan Evans. Kitchen design by Susan Christman, Christman Associates.

Craftsman Kitchen Before and After

Hampton's Kitchens & Appliances

Inspiration for a small craftsman l-shaped travertine floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Holmberg Park

Erika Jayne Design Build

A conceptual kitchen design in Arlington, Virginia with decor and materials inspired by African art, handicrafts and organic materials juxtaposted with modern lines, materials, and fixtures. Floating marble shelves are used in lieu of wall cabinets to allow for easy-access to kitchenware and to display decorative items and cookbooks.

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66 Ainslie Street, Brooklyn, NY

Lithos Marble Works

Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall light wood floor and beige floor kitchen remodel in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

Contemporary Small Kitchen makeover

Fraley and Company

Extending the kitchen provided plenty of work area around the sink and range. Kristal Passy Photography
Small trendy galley light wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Cocoa Beach Kitchen

Bella Bnb Design Company

Jessica Neal
Enclosed kitchen - small modern l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen idea in Orlando with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

El Cerrito Transitional

Amanda Armstrong Sava

Small transitional l-shaped porcelain tile enclosed kitchen photo in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Cima Residence

Weiss Architecture Inc

Example of a small minimalist galley concrete floor and gray floor eat-in kitchen design in Austin with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and white countertops

Mission Transition

Renovisions

This kitchen had not been renovated since the salt box colonial house was built in the 1960’s. The new owner felt it was time for a complete refresh with some traditional details and adding in the owner’s contemporary tastes. At initial observation, we determined the house had good bones; including high ceilings and abundant natural light from a double-hung window and three skylights overhead recently installed by our client. Mixing the homeowners desires required the skillful eyes of Cathy and Ed from Renovisions. The original kitchen had dark stained, worn cabinets, in-adequate lighting and a non-functional coat closet off the kitchen space. In order to achieve a true transitional look, Renovisions incorporated classic details with subtle, simple and cleaner line touches. For example, the backsplash mix of honed and polished 2” x 3” stone-look subway tile is outlined in brushed stainless steel strips creating an edgy feel, especially at the niche above the range. Removing the existing wall that shared the coat closet opened up the kitchen to allow adding an island for seating and entertaining guests. We chose natural maple, shaker style flat panel cabinetry with longer stainless steel pulls instead of knobs, keeping in line with the clients desire for a sleeker design. This kitchen had to be gutted to accommodate the new layout featuring an island with pull-out trash and recycling and deeper drawers for utensils. Spatial constraints were top of mind and incorporating a convection microwave above the slide-in range made the most sense. Our client was thrilled with the ability to bake, broil and microwave from GE’s advantium oven – how convenient! A custom pull-out cabinet was built for his extensive array of spices and oils. The sink base cabinet provides plenty of area for the large rectangular stainless steel sink, single-lever multi-sprayer faucet and matching filtered water dispenser faucet. The natural, yet sleek green soapstone countertop with distinct white veining created a dynamic visual and principal focal point for the now open space. While oak wood flooring existed in the entire first floor, as an added element of color and interest we installed multi-color slate-look porcelain tiles in the kitchen area. We also installed a fully programmable floor heating system for those chilly New England days. Overall, out client was thrilled with his Mission Transition.

Maple

Millwork Designs Corp.

Small l-shaped linoleum floor eat-in kitchen photo in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, ceramic backsplash and white appliances

Warmth

Modern Kitchen Design

Mark Karrer
Small eclectic l-shaped slate floor open concept kitchen photo in Other with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, black backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Potrero Hill House & Studio

Cathie Hong Interiors

This young married couple enlisted our help to update their recently purchased condo into a brighter, open space that reflected their taste. They traveled to Copenhagen at the onset of their trip, and that trip largely influenced the design direction of their home, from the herringbone floors to the Copenhagen-based kitchen cabinetry. We blended their love of European interiors with their Asian heritage and created a soft, minimalist, cozy interior with an emphasis on clean lines and muted palettes.

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Morss Architecture

Ben Schneider
Example of a small trendy l-shaped porcelain tile open concept kitchen design in Seattle with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, green backsplash, glass tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Holmberg Park

Erika Jayne Design Build

A conceptual kitchen design in Arlington, Virginia with decor and materials inspired by African art, handicrafts and organic materials juxtaposted with modern lines, materials, and fixtures.

WLA Remodeling

Ken Tanaka Studio

Eat-in kitchen - small transitional galley light wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen idea in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and white countertops

Mid-Century Reno

Refined House, LLC

Greg Riegler
Inspiration for a small mid-century modern l-shaped light wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Miami with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Porcupine Road

Willson + Willson Architects

Jeff Caven, CavenPhoto Ltd.
Inspiration for a small transitional l-shaped ceramic tile open concept kitchen remodel in Albuquerque with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Colorful Kitchen

User

A colorful small kitchen
Example of a small classic linoleum floor open concept kitchen design in San Francisco with colored appliances, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, blue backsplash, no island and blue countertops

One bedroom Coronado High Rise Complete Remodel

Peterson Remodeling, Inc.

Designed by: Kate Lindberg McCormick & Wright Photo taken by: Mindy Mellenbruch
Eat-in kitchen - small contemporary galley travertine floor eat-in kitchen idea in San Diego with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, blue backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Small Kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets Ideas

No room is quite as multifunctional as the kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets. The hub of the home, this space has evolved from a strictly utilitarian unit into a versatile room to prepare food, entertain guests and share meals. If you’re looking to do a kitchen remodel, keep in mind that a successful Small kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets design needs to blend functionality with personal prerequisites. Find thousands of Small kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets ideas to help you come up with the perfect design for your space.

How do I determine my kitchen layout?

If you're starting a kitchen renovation, now is a great time to create exactly what you want. When it comes to layout, always optimize your space; focus on functionality and how your design can cater to the needs of you and your family. For tight spaces, a galley layout is a great kitchen remodeling option. Since horizontal space is limited, think vertical; stack counters and shelves high up on the walls, and try to find innovative storage containers and double-duty pieces. For larger layouts, try an L-shaped or U-shaped design with a big center island or peninsula. These shapes provide plenty of cabinet and countertop space, and you can add a bar-height counter to the island for an instant eat-in space. Reviewing Small kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets pictures and photos is a great way to get a feel for different kitchen layouts and help you decide what you want. Another essential kitchen remodel essential to consider is the work triangle, which is a 70-year-old concept that is still highly utilized within the design world today. A simple idea that can save both time and energy, the work triangle connects the three main work areas: the sink, the stove and the refrigerator. As a general guideline, the distance between these areas should be no less than 4 feet and no larger than 9 feet. The sum of all three sides of the triangle should be between 13 feet and 26 feet. Given how highly effective this utilitarian design is, definitely take it into account when considering kitchen designs.

How can I add more kitchen storage?

Kitchen designs can be a complex undertaking given the sheer amount of items that the room usually contains. In order to store and organize all your cookware, bakeware and small appliances, you need cabinets, drawers and shelves to spare. To maximize your space, you can include cabinets in your island, purchase spice racks, install hanging pot racks, insert pullout storage and invest in a cart. You want to achieve clutter-free countertops, so also consider spaces you may never have before, such as corners or under the sink. You can also free up some space by storing infrequently used items outside of actual kitchens, like in storage rooms or basements.

Open Concept Kitchen

Schroeder Design/Build, Inc.

As part of a whole house remodel, Schroeder Design/Build created this fabulous open concept kitchen. With the kitchen positioned next to the expansive great room, it's in the perfect spot for everyday family use and entertaining large groups. There's also an eat-in space and bar seating. Maple cabinets are accented with peacock green granite.