Large contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, white benchtop and multi-coloured floor.

Houzz reportage - Hemma hos Andreas Wijk

Kronfoto

Foto: Kronfoto © Houzz 2016
Inspiration for a mid-sized industrial l-shaped open plan kitchen in Stockholm with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, concrete floors and with island.

Willow Glen Eichler

Strong Cabinetry

We designed, built, and installed this walnut kitchen, walnut paneling, and bamboo vanity for this Eichler in Willow Glen. The upper cabinet doors are metal with a matte glass panel from element designs. The lower cabinet doors are book matched walnut.

Coastal Kitchens

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Providence with an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, concrete floors, grey cabinets and flat-panel cabinets.

Diva Model

BKT LOFT Italian Kitchen Cabinets in San Diego

The DIVA COLLECTION combines technology, the warmth of wood, the use of modern materials, and the feelings that only natural materials can convey with their matte surfaces. Examples include fine walnut and the strongly accented grain and porosity of a wood such as oak, which offers the tactile sensation of natural wood. Thanks to special processing, a “mirror” effect can be created using polyester surfaces on ebony or walnut. Specifically, the veneer is given a gloss finish with five coats of waxed polyester varnish (the edges receive some ten coats of varnish) to obtain a unique, prestigious product.

Container Home Reno

Transformation Renovations

A vacation home made from shipping containers needed to be updated, moisture issues resolved, and given a masculine but warm look to be inviting to him and her.

Ash Way House

Limitless Building

A four bedroom, two bathroom functional design that wraps around a central courtyard. This home embraces Mother Nature's natural light as much as possible. Whatever the season the sun has been embraced in the solar passive home, from the strategically placed north face openings directing light to the thermal mass exposed concrete slab, to the clerestory windows harnessing the sun into the exposed feature brick wall. Feature brickwork and concrete flooring flow from the interior to the exterior, marrying together to create a seamless connection. Rooftop gardens, thoughtful landscaping and cascading plants surrounding the alfresco and balcony further blurs this indoor/outdoor line. Designer: Dalecki Design Photographer: Dion Robeson

Granny's Granny

Departure l Architecture

Simple and efficient kitchen with suspended wood shelves overhead accented with industrial light fixtures. Ikea cabinets designed with a new wood surrounds at the ends.

Neolith delight

Collaroy Kitchen Centre

This is an example of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

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CK Hoffman Design

Caryl K. Hoffman, CK Hoffman Design
Photo of a large arts and crafts u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Tranquil Legacy

Meadowlark Design+Build

Open concept kitchen with custom maple cabinetry and numerous storage features, plus wide walkways for easy access. This is a custom home designed and built by Meadowlark Design + Build.

Rebecca Pountney Design - Richmond kitchen

Rebecca Pountney Design

Black kitchen with plywood edging, concrete bench top, subway tile splash back.
Small industrial u-shaped open plan kitchen in Melbourne with an integrated sink, black cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and a peninsula.

Dark Wood Veneer Kitchen Cabinets Collection By Darash

By Darash - Kitchen Cabinets, Vanities & Closets

Wood veneers makes stunning statement in your home & kitchen.
Mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Austin with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen Projects

Alteck Group Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized transitional separate kitchen in Ottawa with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

American Walnut Bespoke Kitchen

Newton & Slate

Full height larder cupboards, concealing gas combination boiler and underfloor heating fittings. Door fronts hand finished with aluminium skins painted to a flat matt RAL 7016 Anthracite Grey.

9th street duplex

christian hubert studio

Photo of a large modern single-wall open plan kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen in polished Corian, Taj Mahal Granite and Wenge

Dickinson Woodworks

Photography: Gibson Blanc
Expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Surrey with flat-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, black appliances, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

Hillbury Road, Wandsworth

GDL London

This is an example of an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Mountain Farmhouse

Houghland Architecture, Inc.

Houghland Architecture
Photo of a small country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Richmond with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and no island.

Lake Oconee Residence

Architectural Collaborative

We designed this 3,162 square foot home for empty-nesters who love lake life. Functionally, the home accommodates multiple generations. Elderly in-laws stay for prolonged periods, and the homeowners are thinking ahead to their own aging in place. This required two master suites on the first floor. Accommodations were made for visiting children upstairs. Aside from the functional needs of the occupants, our clients desired a home which maximizes indoor connection to the lake, provides covered outdoor living, and is conducive to entertaining. Our concept celebrates the natural surroundings through materials, views, daylighting, and building massing. We placed all main public living areas along the rear of the house to capitalize on the lake views while efficiently stacking the bedrooms and bathrooms in a two-story side wing. Secondary support spaces are integrated across the front of the house with the dramatic foyer. The front elevation, with painted green and natural wood siding and soffits, blends harmoniously with wooded surroundings. The lines and contrasting colors of the light granite wall and silver roofline draws attention toward the entry and through the house to the real focus: the water. The one-story roof over the garage and support spaces takes flight at the entry, wraps the two-story wing, turns, and soars again toward the lake as it approaches the rear patio. The granite wall extending from the entry through the interior living space is mirrored along the opposite end of the rear covered patio. These granite bookends direct focus to the lake.

Black Kitchen with Concrete Floors 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!