Photo of a mid-sized beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Piedmont House

Charles Di Piazza Architecture

Daylight from multiple directions, alongside yellow accents in the interior of cabinetry create a bright and inviting space, all while providing the practical benefit of well illuminated work surfaces.

Reforma a Gràcia

Parramon + Tahull arquitectes

Zona menjador Constructor: Fórneas Guida SL Fotografia: Adrià Goula Studio Fotógrafa: Judith Casas
This is an example of a small scandinavian u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

Modern Kitchen with White Kitchen Tile Backsplash

Fireclay Tile

Subtly stunning, these white kitchen tiles create an interlocking pattern to create a beautifully understate backsplash. Shop more white patterned kitchen tiles in 40+ shapes at fireclaytile.com. TILE SHOWN Chaine Home Tile Pattern in White Gloss DESIGN Mark Davis Design PHOTOS Luis Costadone

Chestnut Hill

J. Stewart Designs

Large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Jackson with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

Modern Farmhouse

Sita Montgomery Interiors

Country eat-in kitchen in Salt Lake City with open cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Open Shelving Kitchen

Kraft Custom Construction

For this kitchen and bathroom remodel, our goal was to maintain the historic integrity of the home by providing a traditional design, while also fulfilling the homeowner’s need for a more open and spacious environment. We gutted the entire kitchen and bathroom and removed an interior wall that bisected the kitchen. This provided more flow and connection between the living spaces. The open design and layout of the kitchen cabinets provided a more expansive feel in the kitchen where the whole family could gather without overcrowding. In addition to the kitchen remodel, we replaced the electrical service, redid most of the plumbing and rerouted the furnace ducts for better efficiency. In the bathroom, we installed a historically accurate sink, vanity, and tile. We refinished the hardwood floors throughout the home as well as rebuilt the front porch staircase, and updated the backdoor and window configuration to reflect the era of the home.

Renew

Zola European Windows

This Boulder, Colorado remodel by fuentesdesign demonstrates the possibility of renewal in American suburbs, and Passive House design principles. Once an inefficient single story 1,000 square-foot ranch house with a forced air furnace, has been transformed into a two-story, solar powered 2500 square-foot three bedroom home ready for the next generation. The new design for the home is modern with a sustainable theme, incorporating a palette of natural materials including; reclaimed wood finishes, FSC-certified pine Zola windows and doors, and natural earth and lime plasters that soften the interior and crisp contemporary exterior with a flavor of the west. A Ninety-percent efficient energy recovery fresh air ventilation system provides constant filtered fresh air to every room. The existing interior brick was removed and replaced with insulation. The remaining heating and cooling loads are easily met with the highest degree of comfort via a mini-split heat pump, the peak heat load has been cut by a factor of 4, despite the house doubling in size. During the coldest part of the Colorado winter, a wood stove for ambiance and low carbon back up heat creates a special place in both the living and kitchen area, and upstairs loft. This ultra energy efficient home relies on extremely high levels of insulation, air-tight detailing and construction, and the implementation of high performance, custom made European windows and doors by Zola Windows. Zola’s ThermoPlus Clad line, which boasts R-11 triple glazing and is thermally broken with a layer of patented German Purenit®, was selected for the project. These windows also provide a seamless indoor/outdoor connection, with 9′ wide folding doors from the dining area and a matching 9′ wide custom countertop folding window that opens the kitchen up to a grassy court where mature trees provide shade and extend the living space during the summer months. With air-tight construction, this home meets the Passive House Retrofit (EnerPHit) air-tightness standard of

Mackeson Road

MW Architects

French + Tye
This is an example of a contemporary eat-in kitchen in London with medium wood cabinets, white splashback, slate floors, a double-bowl sink and open cabinets.

Shelf Storage

Organization & Relocation

We utilized these great kitchen shelves for cook books and cooking supplies.
This is an example of a mid-sized modern eat-in kitchen in Denver with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Groove Pad Studio Apartment

Sustainable Home

The live edge countertop, reclaimed wood from an urban street tree, creates space for dining. The compact kitchen includes two burners, a small sink, and a hotel room sized refrigerator. photos by Michele Lee Willson

NW 13th Avenue Loft

Jessica Helgerson Interior Design

This loft apartment is on Portland’s NW 13th Avenue, one of Portland’s most interesting streets. Located in the recently transformed Pearl District, the street is a busy ensemble of shops and apartments housed in late-19th and early-20th-century loft warehouse structures, with the buildings largely intact as originally built, including special features such as water towers, loading docks, old brick, and original painted signs. Photos by Lincoln Barbour.

Divine Kitchens LLC

Divine Design Center

Photo of an expansive contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Industrial Kitchen Design Ideas

Everingham Design

This is an example of a mid-sized industrial l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Kitchen Renovation

Architect Hewson

Dining Chairs by Coastal Living Sorrento Styling by Rhiannon Orr & Mel Hasic Laminex Doors & Drawers in "Super White" Display Shelves in Laminex "American Walnut Veneer Random cut Mismatched Benchtop - Caesarstone Staturio Maximus' Splashback - Urban Edge - "Brique" in Green Floor Tiles - Urban Edge - Xtreme Concrete

Мини-галерея в киевской квартире.

Design Studio Zimenko Yuriy

Андрей Авдеенко
This is an example of a small industrial u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, open cabinets, beige cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Cambria

Kitchen & Bath Source

Cambria
This is an example of a large industrial single-wall eat-in kitchen in New York with stainless steel cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, an integrated sink, open cabinets and grey floor.

New home constuction

Amy J. Greving - Artist

This kitchen island is the balance for a contemporary look. I've taken an antique work bench, refurbished it and poured a concrete counter for the top. The concrete although very smooth looks as though I took a chunk from a sidewalk,, polished it, and reused it. I strive to make all my concrete appear natural. Photography by Amy J. Greving

Pine Forest

Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects

Kitchens Projects

Ancient Surfaces

Antique French country side sink with a whimsical limestone brass faucet. This Southern Mediterranean kitchen was designed with antique limestone elements by Ancient Surfaces. Time to infuse a small piece of Italy in your own home.

Eat-in Kitchen with Open 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!