This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Drejargatan 1

Nooks

Nadja Endler
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Stockholm with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Our Projects

Diamond Kitchen and Bath

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with a double-bowl sink, dark wood cabinets, shaker cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Gary Randolph House

AG&M Nashville (Architectural Granite & Marble)

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Nashville with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, flat-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback and concrete floors.

Projet Bourg Tibourg , Architectes: Carla Lopez et Margaux Meza

Transition Interior Design

Transition Interior Design
This is an example of a small scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Paris with white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors, no island, a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets and stainless steel appliances.

L. Wipf: Mitchell, SD

HELMÜT

Cipher Imaging
Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Transitional Kitchen

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and multi-coloured splashback.

Modern Kitchen Remoeling

Fine Builders Inc.

Photo of a large transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, with island, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, marble splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Restauro mobili antichi a Mariano Comense

Radice Arredamenti s.n.c

Restauro di un banco da falegname del 1925 adibito poi a isola cucina ed attrezzato con lavello, piano cottura ,forno in stile e torretta prese elettriche per la gestione degli elettrodomestici. L'armadiatura in stile contemporaneo laccata bianco opaco si sposa perfettamente con gli elementi restaurati rustici.

Simple Elegance - New Kitchen Project in Buffalo - Williamsville, NY

Artisan Kitchens and Baths

Steven Paul Whitsitt
Mid-sized traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Laguna Beach Vacation Rental

The Color Coach, LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, white appliances, concrete floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen & Bath Tiling: Traditional to Modern

Rosenhaus Design Group, Inc.

A hindrance becomes a feature. The protruding curved wall has a shower on the opposite side from a previous design. As the galley kitchen width couldn’t be changed, the four cooktops were placed in-line, actually making cooking easier without back burners. Contrasting tile accents the form. Also featured is an accessories rail system and double sided aluminum frame glass doors.

1940's Shabby Chic Beach Bungalow Kitchen

Jennifer Grey Color Specialist & Interior Design

Embracing the vintage, and her love for Shabby Chic style, this coastal beach client wanted to retain her original stove, as well as her original kitchen cabinets. We also kept all her vintage china and old appliances. We removed the old tile counter and backsplash, and replaced them with a butcherblock countertop from IKEA, and beadboard backsplash. The farmhouse sink and bridge faucet and vintage style chandelier were also purchased for the new space. Since my client doesn't use the old stove very often, she opted for no hood above the stove. The breakfast nook is quite tiny yet still suitable for morning breakfasts for two.

Scandanavian Country Kitchen | Astro Design | Ottawa, Canada

Astro Design Centre

Design & Supply - Astro Design Centre, Ottawa Canada Photo credit: Doublespace Photography. Knowing we wanted to maximize the amount of light and keep the Scandinavian feel, lots of white and blonde woods were used. 6” wide wire-brushed white oak flooring was installed. Farrow & Ball No.2001 Strong White was used on all walls, ceiling and trim. The existing brick fireplace was painted in No.2001 as well to create subtle texture. All interior & exterior doors were then painted out in Farrow & Ball No.31 Railings for a deep inky blue black contrast. The kitchen cabinetry is a combination of natural quarter sawn white oak and matte lacquer maple all done in Astro’s House Brand cabinetry. Simple matte black square knobs complete with back-plate create a crisp graphic quality to warm bright kitchen. The counters are a combination of Caesarstone 1141 Pure White quartz created the low maintenance hardworking surface needed for a young family. Along the stove wall a subtle backsplash was installed. The marble mosaic from Montreal’s very own MUD Tile (sold exclusively via Astro), was used to create depth, elongated hexagon Rock Salt mosaic nods toward the Scandinavian arts and crafts movement. A simple drywall hood fan was used against the mosaic. The fan was painted out in Farrow & Ball’s No.269 Cabbage White to pull the pastel green out of the mosaic.

Hoffman Estates Large Traditional Kitchen

GS Construction

Large traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Northfield Townhome Kitchen Remodel

Schmidt Homes, Inc.

This home had a kitchen that was efficient and functional, but lacked the character and charm this client was seeking. By updating the appliances, cabinetry, finishes, and removing the soffits the kitchen is now the true heart of this home. SSC

St. George Residence, Vermont

Lindsay Jay DESIGNS, LLC

Lindsay Parnagian
Large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Burlington with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Brooklyn Townhouse

PLAN

Modern kitchen with custom millwork.
Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white cabinets.

Extensive Kitchen Remodel Hancock Park

FINA Construction Group Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Palm Harbor Kitchen

Hyde Park Renovations

Out with the old and in with the ornate; that was the theme for our Palm Harbor remodel. Everywhere you look there is detail -- in the crown molding from White River Hardwoods, rope detail on the MidContinent cabinetry, corbels on the high bar, the light rail under the cabinets, furniture base around the high bar, and legs on the island.

Eat-in 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!