#5 – An IKEA Kitchen Transformation in London

Kicking off our countdown at number five is this elegant kitchen transformation in London.

This project pairs IKEA cabinets with oak-veneered birch plywood kitchen fronts and our classic semi-recessed handles, creating a timeless and practical space. The kitchen is finished with a Formica Spectra Chip plywood countertop and matching backsplash.

The oak Ürtil shelf unit features a tidy recess for IKEA Mittled LED lights.⁠ 

Get the look:

• Oak-veneered birch plywood fronts
• Small semi-recessed oak handles
• Formica Spectra Chip birch plywood countertop
• Oak Ürtil wall shelf unit

#4 – Montpelier Grove: A Joyful, Colorful Kitchen

Taking fourth place is the joyful Montpelier Grove project. The kitchen features Formica fronts paired with medium semi-recessed oak grab handles. Plykea oak Ürtil shelving adds extra wine storage, while the wall cabinets were fully custom-made by House of Norica.

A great example of how custom elements can sit beautifully alongside IKEA kitchen cabinetry.

Get the look:

• Formica birch plywood fronts
• Medium semi-recessed oak handles
• Oak Ürtil shelving

#3 – Pets in the Kitchen 🐾

Claiming third place is a reminder that kitchens aren’t just for cooking – they’re the heart of the home for the whole family, pets included.

Whether they’re lounging by the kitchen island, sneaking treats from the countertop, or keeping you company while you cook, the furry friends are celebrated in one of your favorite posts of the year.

This modern IKEA kitchen pairs colorful pink and yellow laminated birch plywood for a warm, contemporary finish.

Get the look:

• Formica / Fenix laminated birch plywood fronts
• Circular semi-recessed beech handles
• Formica White countertop

#2 – A Birch Plywood Kitchen in LA

Almost at the top of our countdown, sitting proudly in second place, is this beautifully warm birch-veneered plywood kitchen in Los Angeles.

Loved for its natural materials and clean detailing, this kitchen showcases the transformative power of Plykea’s plywood fronts + IKEA cabinetry.

'I loved all Plykea’s options for cabinets… it was tough to choose. And everyone was so helpful!' — homeowner⁠

Get the look:

• Birch plywood fronts
• Small semi-recessed birch handles

#1 – Your Most-Loved Kitchen of 2025

And finally… the number one Plykea Instagram post of 2025.

The top spot goes to – drum roll – the same Los Angeles kitchen that took second place!

This birch-veneered plywood kitchen clearly stole your hearts this year. Its warm tones, simple lines, and timeless design made it the standout kitchen project across our Instagram in 2025.

Get the look:

• Birch plywood fronts
• Small semi-recessed birch handles