Design ideas for a large modern open plan kitchen in Essex with shaker cabinets, wood benchtops, glass sheet splashback, with island, an integrated sink, blue cabinets and slate floors.

Modern Flatiron Loft Renovation - Custom Gray Kitchen

Meshberg Group

Featured by Interior Design Magazine, the rift sawn white oak cabinetry stained dark gray anchor this open New York City loft kitchen by Meshberg Group. Handpicked gray and white quartzite slab countertop, backsplash and waterfall kitchen island provide a stunning workspace. Subzero and Wolf appliances, an architectural slot grill throughout finish off this highly functional urban home chef's kitchen.

Carmel Cherry Kitchen Remodel

Direct Plus Inc

another view of gorgeous tile detail behind cooktop.
Mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

A NEW DAY Studio - Dorset Road

A New Day - Interior Design Studio

Bespoke kitchen design - pill shaped fluted island with ink blue wall cabinetry. Zellige tiles clad the shelves and chimney breast, paired with patterned encaustic floor tiles. Breakfast cabinet with slide and hide doors.

Blue Bird of Happiness

User

Photo of a transitional kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Black Countertops

MultiStone Enterprises, Inc.

Contemporary kitchen in Palmetto Bluff featuring Absolute Black Granite countertops in a leathered finish. Backsplash is done in Arabescato Carrara Italian marble subway tiles.

Contemporary Kitchen Remodel in High Point Estates Madison, WI

Sweeney Design Remodel

To create a strong focal point for the room, the fireplace was designed with a new steel facade and treated with a product that will allow it to acquire a warm patina with age.

#Beach Front Gold

Angie Keyes CKBD

Full Renovation of outdated Tuscan Kitchen - Transformed into a beach haven. 2 Islands, one a workstation, one an entertaining space Rutt Cabinetry at its finest -

Catharpin Project

instockcabinets.com

Inspiration for a mid-sized u-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen - Carmel, IN - 2021

The HomeWright, LLC

Inspiration for a traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Indianapolis with glass tile splashback and with island.

Groton Transitional Kitchen

Denyne Designs

Classic Farmhouse style with natural finishes bring to life this striking and expansive kitchen. Full-access perimeter cabinetry in natural cherry wood are accented with white subway tile alongside a feature area of 8”x 8” cement tiles in neutral tones of white and cream with pale blue accents. The large island in painted navy-blue cabinetry takes center stage with its butcher block countertop and furniture style detailing. The well-appointed beverage station features open shelving and the same striking cement tile accent area. A mix of metal finishes adds layers and textures to the kitchen, from the rustic pendant lighting and chandelier to the articulating lights over the large casement windows. Finally, the rustic, wide-plank hardwood floors tie this idyllic kitchen together in the heart of this family home.

St Judes Dr

Spruill Custom Homes, LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and white benchtop.

Trash Can Pullout

John Bice Custom Woodwork & Trim

Kitchen island with flush inset raised panel doors/drawers, & pullout trash cans.
Design ideas for a mid-sized eat-in kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Devil's Hollow Kitchen Remodel

Roanoke Woodworking Inc.

A kitchen reimagined.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Taheri Kitchen Design

USA Cabinet Store Fairfax

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Cunningham Kitchen Remodel

Rupp Family Builders, Inc.

This space was updated with custom white shaker cabinets an a stunning navy blue island. The client wanted to display some items in the upper cabinets so glass was added. Stainless appliances.

Addition, New Kitchen, Interior Renovation in West Chester, PA

Rudloff Custom Builders

This sun-filled farmhouse kitchen is the focal point of this home’s new addition. The kitchen is white with wood elements, giving it a contemporary feel. From the recessed outlets in the island, to the columns adorning the island, to the hood with walnut trim, to the paneled refrigerator that matches the cabinetry, every detail was customized for the homeowners. The kitchen is anchored by a large island with seating for seven and tons of storage. The island is bookended by additional components topped by walnut butcher block counters. One end serves as a table and the other end is an extra area for food prep and storage. There is also a cutting board integrated into the sink. The white quartz on the island and main kitchen counters and white subway tile backsplash give the kitchen a modern, sleek look. The walnut trim around the hood is a special touch that ties directly into the walnut butcher block counters. After tearing down this home's existing addition, we set out to create a new addition with a modern farmhouse feel that still blended seamlessly with the original house. The addition includes a kitchen great room, laundry room and sitting room. Outside, we perfectly aligned the cupola on top of the roof, with the upper story windows and those with the lower windows, giving the addition a clean and crisp look. Using granite from Chester County, mica schist stone and hardy plank siding on the exterior walls helped the addition to blend in seamlessly with the original house. Inside, we customized each new space by paying close attention to the little details. Reclaimed wood for the mantle and shelving, sleek and subtle lighting under the reclaimed shelves, unique wall and floor tile, recessed outlets in the island, walnut trim on the hood, paneled appliances, and repeating materials in a symmetrical way work together to give the interior a sophisticated yet comfortable feel. Rudloff Custom Builders has won Best of Houzz for Customer Service in 2014, 2015 2016, 2017 and 2019. We also were voted Best of Design in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 which only 2% of professionals receive. Rudloff Custom Builders has been featured on Houzz in their Kitchen of the Week, What to Know About Using Reclaimed Wood in the Kitchen as well as included in their Bathroom WorkBook article. We are a full service, certified remodeling company that covers all of the Philadelphia suburban area. This business, like most others, developed from a friendship of young entrepreneurs who wanted to make a difference in their clients’ lives, one household at a time. This relationship between partners is much more than a friendship. Edward and Stephen Rudloff are brothers who have renovated and built custom homes together paying close attention to detail. They are carpenters by trade and understand concept and execution. Rudloff Custom Builders will provide services for you with the highest level of professionalism, quality, detail, punctuality and craftsmanship, every step of the way along our journey together. Specializing in residential construction allows us to connect with our clients early in the design phase to ensure that every detail is captured as you imagined. One stop shopping is essentially what you will receive with Rudloff Custom Builders from design of your project to the construction of your dreams, executed by on-site project managers and skilled craftsmen. Our concept: envision our client’s ideas and make them a reality. Our mission: CREATING LIFETIME RELATIONSHIPS BUILT ON TRUST AND INTEGRITY. Photo Credit: Linda McManus Images

Marin Magazine September 2019

Joy Coakley Photography

This is an example of a contemporary galley kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Sagamore

Asher Homes Inc.

Large open kitchen with high ceilings, wood beams, and a large island.
This is an example of a country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, flat-panel cabinets and brown benchtop.

Alamo Contemporary Kitchen with Custom Copper Hood

Gayler Design Build

When this family approached Gayler Design Build, they had a unique, octagon-shaped room that lacked flow and modern amenities. The home initially was constructed from three small houses that were "joined" together to create this unusual shape. It was important for the family to keep the open floor plan but add more functional space, to include new cabinetry and a large center island. In order to build the open floor plan, Gayler Design Build had to design around a central post and refinish the octagon concrete flooring, which was cut to reconfigure items in space and access sewer lines, etc.

All Islands Blue Kitchen 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!