Small modern kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Home Tex Homes

HomeTex Homes

This is an example of a country u-shaped kitchen pantry in Austin with red cabinets, cement tiles, no island, multi-coloured floor, black benchtop and open cabinets.

Metropolitan Victorian Grandeur in London

Lukonic

Kitchen Designed by Sustainable Kitchens at www.houzz.co.uk/pro/sustainablekitchens Photography by Charlie O'Beirne at Lukonic.com
Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, cement tiles, with island and grey floor.

Квартира на ул. Чайковского

Maxim Maximov

Design ideas for a small transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Saint Petersburg with grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, no island, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, brown floor and white benchtop.

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Savvy Kitchens

Design ideas for a large midcentury u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island and grey floor.

Siteline Cabinetry Display with Three Galley Ideal Workstations - Showroom

Premium Wholesale Cabinets of Arizona

This is the beautiful Siteline Display in our showroom. I has three Galley Ideal Workstations, Cambria's Skara Brae countertops, Bosch appliances, an induction cooktop, and The Galley Accessory Kits.

First Floor Remodeling

Ryan Davis Contracting

Mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Transformation d'un petit appartement parisien

Studio Mariekke

Studio Mariekke
Small transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, tile benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, cement tiles, no island and blue floor.

City Kitchen

Bennett Frank McCarthy Architects, Inc.

Photo of a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island and beige floor.

Interior Row House Renovation

EVCON, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island and brown floor.

FOUR OAKS

BLAARCHITETTURA

©beppe giardino
Inspiration for a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, coloured appliances, cement tiles, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Une jolie maison en meulière qui se modernise tout en gardant son charme

Influences by C. Coataner

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley separate kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Rénovation d'une cuisine en région Parisienne

ASDesign ( ASD )

Cuisine contemporaine en L de 9 m2
Small contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, brown floor and black benchtop.

Butterfly Beige Granite Kitchen

Stone Action

Butterfly Beige granite is shown in this project! Search "Butterfly Beige" granite, see more granite or other stone options: http://www.stoneaction.com Learn more about granite to see if it’s right for you: Granite countertops can last a lifetime. It contains no harmful chemicals and do not emit harmful radiation or gasses. Granite is heat resistant and is one of the most heat-resistant countertops on the market. You can place a hot pan out of the oven directly onto the countertop surface. Experts do recommend the use of a trivet when using appliances that emit heat for long periods of time, such as crockpots. Since the material is so dense, there is a small possibility heating one area of the top and not the entire thing, could cause the countertop to crack. Granite is scratch resistant. You can cut on it, but it will dull your knives! Granite scores a seven on Moh’s hardness scale. Granite countertops are considered to be a low maintenance countertop surface. The likelihood of needing to be repaired or resurfaced is low. Granite is a porous material. Most fabricators will apply a sealer to granite countertops before they are installed which will protect them from absorbing liquids too quickly. Many sealers last more than 10 years before needing to be reapplied. When they do need to be reapplied, it is something that most homeowners can do on their own as the process is similar to cleaning. Darker granites are very dense and sometimes don’t even require a sealer. When it comes to pricing, there are a lot of variables such as edge profile, total square footage, backsplash, etc. Don’t be fooled by the stereotype that all granite is expensive. Lower-range granites will cost less than high-range laminate. Though granite countertops are not considered “low range” in pricing, there are a lot of affordable options. If you are looking for something truly unique, consider an exotic granite. Some quarries are not easily accessible and/or only able to be quarried for short periods of time throughout the year. If these circumstances exist in a quarry with gorgeous stone, the price will be driven upward. You won’t find a lot of solid patterns or bright colors, but both do exist. Also, watch for a large range of color and pattern within the same color of stone. It’s always a good idea to view the exact slab(s) that will be fabricated for your kitchen to make sure they are what you expected to see from the sample. Another factor is that many exotic types of granite have huge flowing waves, and a small sample will not be an accurate representation of the whole slab. Granite countertops are very resistant to chemicals. Acids and bases will not harm the material.

Rénovation complète d'un 2 pièces - Paris 10

Inside Rénovation & Décoration d'intérieurs

Gilles de Caevel
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, multi-coloured floor, a peninsula and flat-panel cabinets.

Privatwohnung München

Wilhelm & Partner GmbH

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, cement tiles, no island and multi-coloured floor.

Convivium

Arclinea NY

Convivium is one of the most unique designs in the Arclinea portfolio, characterized by the recessed horizontal groove handle. The perfect kitchen for anyone who appreciates elegance and ergonomics, and craves a clean and ergonomic design.

P&BR

Amandine Mazella

Rénovation d'une maison de vacances sur la côte d'azur. Cahier des charges : se retrouver en famille dans espace ouvert sur la nature, contemporain et coloré.

Contemporary Remodel

RJT Custom Builders LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island and grey floor.

Castle Hill Kitchen

New England Design Elements

Brittany Fecteau
Large country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Manchester with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and grey cabinets.

Black Kitchen with Cement Tiles 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!