The word "luxury" is rather subjective. In the realm of kitchens, luxury could encompass impressive square footage, enviable counter space, stunning waterfall islands, chic drawer pulls, jaw-dropping vent hoods, or even just a rich color palette with perfectly placed art. The point is, while these looks generally require some investment, what one person might consider to be a luxury kitchen may be over-the-top—or not quite luxe enough—for someone else. With this in mind, we've rounded up a selection of luxury kitchen ideas from all over the country to illustrate just how many ways there are to elevate the space. Ahead, you may feel inspired to adopt a new kitchen paint color, or perhaps you'll finally realize what type of kitchen cabinetry you've been dreaming of all along. As you scroll through the luxury kitchen design ideas, you may consider implementing a quartz countertop or upending your current kitchen to infuse it with as much personality as possible. Suffice to say, you're bound to feel inspired. The good news is, even if you don't have the resources to fully recreate the luxury kitchen designs you see, there are more affordable ways to adopt specific elements, like updated lighting and drawer pulls, to begin the process. Keep reading to see how.
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Double-Duty Islands
The kitchen in this Connecticut house designed by Shazalynn Cavin-Winfrey sets the precedence for luxury with its double islands, each of which has its own sink. Talk about the ultimate hosting setup.
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Brass Beauty
Plentiful brass accents make this all-white kitchen look undeniably luxe. Additionally, since designer Melanie Turner opted for ultra-dark wood floors, the white and gold pop even more for a high-contrast end look that's chic as can be.
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Natural Elements
Designed by Alessandra Branca, this kitchen combines natural, rustic wood elements that are instantly updated with the inclusion of the stainless vent hood, appliances, and island.
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Built-in Breakfast Nook
While smaller in scale, this whimsical blue and white kitchen designed by Hundley Hilton Interiors captured our attention with its cabana-striped retro chair and velvet-upholstered acrylic barstools, not to mention the built-in blue leather breakfast nook.
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Slab Countertops
This New York City kitchen designed by Robert Passal used marble slab countertops paired with antique brass barstools to achieve a calm and clean luxurious aesthetic.
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Virginian Luxe
It might not be the biggest kitchen on this list, but the Rogers & Goffigon Linen-covered bar chairs, island molding, and pendant lights by Edgar Reeves make it stand out.
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Modern Stunner
This Melanie Turner-designed kitchen is nothing short of stunning. The modern design stands out for many reasons, the least of which is the unique barrel-vaulted ceiling lined with shiny subway tiles.
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Checkered Masterpiece
Designed by Carrier and Company, this Bronxville, New York kitchen instantly captures the eye with its gray and white checkered backsplash, brass drawer pulls, and raw beam ceiling.
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Statement Vent Hood
While the design of this Aspen, CO, kitchen is a bit more rustic, thanks to designer J. Randall Powers's use of a brass-trimmed vent hood, brass drawer pulls, and high-end range, it's nothing short of luxe.
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A Vision in White
This massive monochrome kitchen by designer Miles Redd features seemingly endless counter space and storage, complete with plenty of natural light, as well as two sinks.
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Modern Masculine
Designer Thomas Pheasant outfitted this Washington, D.C. kitchen with a gorgeous waterfall island, stone flooring, and dark base cabinetry. Meanwhile, to ensure there was enough storage, he added flush white floor-to-ceiling cabinets at the far end of the kitchen that blend in so well you almost forget they're there.
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A Hamptons Haven
This luxury coastal kitchen designed by Amanda Nisbet ties natural accents with a serene, beachy color palette. The sink fittings are by Waterworks.
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French Country
Rhode Island-based designer Cyndie Seely is responsible for this cozy French country kitchen that exudes luxury with its floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, beautiful blue and white backsplash, and shimmering brushed brass light fixtures.
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Picture Perfect
This sage-green kitchen designed by Fran Keenan exudes luxury with its artistic accents and high-contrast black countertop and black and white check floor.
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A Navy Moment
In her Connecticut kitchen, Waterworks cofounder Barbara Sallick combined glossy subway tiles with a luxurious brass-accented vent hood alongside custom navy blue cabinetry, complete with brass drawer and door pulls.
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Panel Fridge
Two words: Fridge goals. Of course, this kitchen has more to offer than exemplary food storage (which, as a matter of fact, is behind floor-to-ceiling panel doors, making it flush with the wall).
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Double the Counterspace
This French-inspired kitchen has a luxury cottage aesthetic thanks to two expansive islands built out with plenty of drawer storage.
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Unexpected Cabinetry
In a world where most kitchen cabinets are designed in shades of white and brown, designer Palmer Weiss opted for a bluish-black wash on these custom woodgrain beauties. To complete the look, she added brass door and drawer pulls to instantly elevate the overall design.
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Something Blue (and White)
This Ashley Whittaker-designed Connecticut kitchen mixes luxury elements with a fresh blue and white color palette that makes the space feel particularly welcoming.
Rebecca R. Norris
Rebecca R. Norris is a full-time freelance writer living in the DC metro area. She writes for a variety of publications, primarily covering women’s interest topics. When she's not writing, she can be found out and about with her Jack-Chi, Cash, sweating her way through an Orangetheory class, or taking it easy with family and friends