This is an example of a large industrial u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with laminate floors, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Marble look quartz with full height backsplash

Marvista Design + Build

This marble look quartz has the look and feel of marble without all the maintenance. It also works perfectly as a backsplash making the countertops look endless.

Quartz Countertops

KB Surfaces and Remodeling

#Granite, #Marble, #Quartz, & #Laminate #Countertops. #Cabinets & #Refacing - #Tile & #Wood #Flooring. Installation Services provided in #Orlando, #Tampa, #Sarasota. #Cambria #Silestone #Caesarstone #Formica #Wilsonart

MITON Menta 03

User

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Glasscock

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

Love how this kitchen renovation creates an open feel for our clients to their dining room and office and a better transition to back yard!
Inspiration for a transitional open plan kitchen in Raleigh with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey splashback, marble splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, stainless steel appliances and black cabinets.

Less is more - In Scotts Valley

Lewis Design-Build-Remodel

Inspiration for a large contemporary eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and black cabinets.

Appartement Lalaland

AMOS

Joan Bracco
This is an example of an expansive contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with black cabinets, marble benchtops, marble splashback, flat-panel cabinets, grey splashback, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Williamsburg Apartments

kimberly peck architect

For this project we were hired to design the residential interiors and common spaces of this new development in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. This project consists of two small sister buildings located on the same lot; both buildings together have 25,000 s.f of residential space which is divided into 13 large condos. The apartment interiors were given a loft-like feel with an industrial edge by keeping exposed concrete ceilings, wide plank oak flooring, and large open living/kitchen spaces. All hardware, plumbing fixtures and cabinetry are black adding a dramatic accent to the otherwise mostly white spaces; the spaces still feel light and airy due to their ceiling heights and large expansive windows. All of the apartments have some outdoor space, large terraces on the second floor units, balconies on the middle floors and roof decks at the penthouse level. In the lobby we accentuated the overall industrial theme of the building by keeping raw concrete floors; tiling the walls in a concrete-like large vertical tile, cladding the mailroom in Shou Sugi Ban, Japanese charred wood, and using a large blackened steel chandelier to accent the space.

Urban Kitchen Conversion

schemes & spaces

The existing kitchen was dated and did not offer sufficient and functional storage for a young family. The colours and finishes specified created the contemporary / industrial feel the client was looking for and the earthy/ natural touches such as the timber shelves provide contrast and mirror the warmth of the flooring. Painting the back wall the same colour as the splash back and cabinetry, create a functional kitchen with a ‘wow’ factor.

Modern Kitchen Designs- San Fernando Valley

GAVIN GREEN HOME DESIGN LLC

Less is More modern interior approach includes simple hardwood floor,single wall solid black laminate kitchen cabinetry and kitchen island, clean straight open space layout. A lack of clutter and bold accent color palettes tie into the minimalist approach to modern design.

Black & Gold Modern Cottage Kitchen on Stoney Lake

Hunt Photo Co.

Photo by Caleb Hunt, huntphoto.co 2017
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and granite benchtops.

Humberside Common

Detailing & Design by Myra

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Garrison Landing Unit (Wayzata)

John Kraemer & Sons

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Photographer: Landmark Photography
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, with island, an undermount sink, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and grey floor.

The Petersham Kitchen

deVOL Kitchens

Design ideas for a mid-sized country kitchen in London with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, terra-cotta floors and with island.

Coal Valley, IL- What's Black & White and Gold All Over? This On-Trend Kitchen

Village Home Stores

Black and White painted cabinetry paired with White Quartz and gold accents. A Black Stainless Steel appliance package completes the look in this remodeled Coal Valley, IL kitchen.

Funky, fun, functional kitchen

Mastercraft Kitchens New Zealand

The Hafele 150mm pull out pantry nestles next to this and is perfect for bottle storage. Photographer: Jamie Cobel
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Christchurch with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and grey floor.

Appartement Haussmannien à Paris

François Guillemin

François Guillemin
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Paris with beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, marble splashback, an undermount sink, white splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

White & Light Hardwood Flooring

Coastal Wood Flooring & Supplies Inc.

Photo of a small modern galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Stone Look Tiles - Jewels Calacatta Reale

Ceramo Tiles

Jewels Calacatta Reale - Available at Ceramo Tiles A collection inspired by fine marble, the Jewels range replicates all the timeless elegance of natural stone and combines it with the technical advantages of porcelain. Available in a wide range of designs and formats.

2017 BONDI CLASSIC - FS

Leicht Westchester-Greenwich

Expansive modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Black Kitchen with Black Cabinets 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 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!