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25 of the Best Kitchen Ideas You’ll Love

Need some inspiration for your kitchen? We’re sharing some of the best ideas with your today! Everything from decorating to organizing to updating your kitchen.

The kitchen is the heart of most homes, isn’t it?

It’s the place where we share family meals.

Where conversations happen, both lighthearted and serious.

It’s the spot where get togethers with friends often begin, and even more often continue.

There are so many memories made in this one room!

Homework done on the kitchen table.

Birthday candles blown out at the island.

Family traditions celebrated like this one for the first day of school or this one for birthdays.

And let’s not forget all the holiday feasts!

For those of us who love to cook, the kitchen is also a haven where we get to be creative with food.

It’s no wonder that the number one room in a home that gets renovated is the kitchen.

Or that a great kitchen can make or break the sale of a home.

So we’ve rounded up some amazing kitchen ideas to share with you today.

Whether you’re looking for ideas to renovate, decorate, or organize your kitchen, we’ve got you covered!

Table Of Contents

Kitchen Room Makeovers and DIY Ideas
Kitchen Decorating and Organizing Inspiration
More Kitchen Ideas and Inspiration from Simply2Moms
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Kitchen Room Makeovers and DIY Ideas

How to Make a Kitchen with Cherry Cabinets Look Amazing Without Painting Them | Simply2Moms

Kitchen with cherry cabinets, white backsplash, painted island, white counters, and black light fixtures.

Who says a kitchen with cherry cabinets can’t look modern?

I updated my kitchen with wood cabinets without painting them!

Can you believe…no white painted cabinets?

Well…maybe I did paint a little…you’ll have to click here to see what I painted!

Butler’s Pantry Design Ideas and Tips for You r Home | WM Design House

view of blue cabinets with white counters

Are you looking to update your butler’s pantry with a few DIY projects on a budget?

Wendy gave her butler’s pantry a completely new look!

She’ll show you how to lay a beadboard backsplash over your existing tile, paint your cabinets and pour epoxy countertops.

How to Paint Wood Cabinets With Chalk Paint | Bricks ‘n Blooms

Stacy Ling blog kitchen with DIY painted cabinets with glass fronts

Looking to update your kitchen on a budget?

Learn how to paint wood cabinets with chalk paint with my good friend Stacy from Bricks ‘n Blooms.

It’s a budget-friendly remodel that is easy to do and totally worth the effort!

Affordable Kitchen Table Makeover With Oops Paint | Midwest Life and Style

painted drop leaf table with two chairs set of four botanical prints above

Do you have an outdated table that could use some TLC?

Jen shows you how easy it is to give your kitchen table an affordable makeover with just a bit of mistint paint.

Why Refinishing Your Kitchen Cabinets Is A Good Idea | The Tattered Pew

white kitchen cabinets with blue and white jar

Thinking about redoing your kitchen cabinets?

Then Kelly’s post is a must-read on why refinishing kitchen cabinets is a good idea!

Update a Dated 90’s Kitchen on a Budget | Tatertots and Jello

kitchen island with white counters black hutch by window

Jen shows you how to update a dated ’90s kitchen on a budget.

Bring your kitchen into the new century with these classic ways to refresh!

How to Make a Beautiful European-Style Copper Pot Rack | Peacock Ridge Farms

copper pot rack hanging over kitchen range under vent hood

Renae shows you how to make an elegant pot rack from copper pipe.

See her full step-by-step instructions for this amazing idea!

Kitchen Decorating and Organizing Inspiration

How To Decorate Above Kitchen Cabinets -Modern Farmhouse Style | The Ponds Farmhouse

white cabinets with stainless appliances and vintage wood bowls on top of cabinets

Looking for ideas on how to decorate above kitchen cabinets with a modern farmhouse style?

Rachel shares tips for creative decorating using collectibles and more.

How to Decorate Kitchen Countertops – Easy Tips and Ideas | Robyn’s French Nest

It is tricky to decorate kitchen countertops in inviting ways without feeling cluttered.

Follow our friend Robyn’s simple tips to make kitchen counter and kitchen island decorating a breeze!

Yes, You Should Definitely Put In Open Shelving | Pasha is Home

open shelving on either side of large wood range hood

Open shelves are a controversial kitchen addition.

Do you love them or hate them?

Pasha gives you all the reasons she believes why you should install open shelves in your kitchen.

How to Style a Kitchen Hutch | Vintage Home Design

transferware and pottery in kitchen hutch

Do you have trouble styling your china cabinet or kitchen hutch?

Michele shares some easy step-by-step ideas on how to decorate your hutch with layers that add uniqueness and interest.

13 Ways to Create a Charming Cottage-Style Kitchen | Shiplaps and Shells

open wood shelves decorated with antiques in kitchen

Have you considered transforming your kitchen into a more relaxed and cozy space?

Kim will show you 13 simple ways to create a charming cottage-style kitchen.

How To Style Open Kitchen Shelving | Eleanor Rose Home

white kitchen shelf styled with wood utensils cookbooks and other essentials

Heidi shares 8 simple, universal tips & tricks for styling open kitchen shelving that can be applied to any shelf, in any room, regardless of personal style.

This is a must-read!

How To Style Your Kitchen Counters For Spring | White Lilac Farmhouse

green vintage scale and kitchen supplies on wood riser on counter

As we transition into spring, do you struggle with how to style your kitchen counters?

You can have beautifully styled kitchen counters without a lot of fuss or clutter.

Let Tammy show you ways to bring spring accents to your kitchen counters.

The Easiest Way to Organize Your Pantry & Refrigerator | The Crowned Goat

wire shelving with baskets and glass jars in pantry

Do you struggle to keep your pantry organized?

Is your refrigerator a mess too?

Coco shares her simple tips and tricks on how to keep your pantry and refrigerator neat and tidy all year long.

More Kitchen Ideas and Inspiration from Simply2Moms

Get more ideas from makeovers to decorating to organizing kitchens.

How to Measure Center to Center and Why You Need to Do It!

Are you installing new drawer pulls or cabinet handles? Then you need to know how to measure center to center so you don’t drill holes in the wrong place!

How to Choose a Paint Color to Compliment Cherry Cabinets

Want to brighten your kitchen with cherry cabinets without painting over all the wood? Paint the island! Here’s how to find the best color for your home.

How to Remove a Tile Backsplash From a Kitchen

Updating a kitchen with a busy mosaic glass tile backsplash? Learn the best way to remove a tile backsplash with a mesh backing from drywall.

Wait Til You See This Kitchen Renovation Project Plan!

Get all the details for a light and bright kitchen renovation project plan to update a kitchen with cherry cabinets without painting them!

How to Remove and Replace Your Kitchen Faucet

Learn how to remove your outdated or broken kitchen faucet and replace it with a new one. Easy to follow steps.

Kitchen Tips & Tricks - How to Reduce Dirty Dishes

Reduce the amount of time you spend doing dishes with these simple kitchen tips and tricks!

How to Remove Hard Water Stains from Granite

Want to remove those stubborn hard water stains from your granite counter tops? Our simple tutorial gets the job done without using any harsh chemicals.