Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Contemporary Kitchen

Inspiration for a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Perth with an integrated sink, black cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Wood Cabinets

Everingham Design

This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

CHALFONT ROAD

Claire Moran Designs

A full kitchen redesign in Norwood Junction, taking a kitchen that previously lacked enough storage to create a stylish and functional space that my clients want to cook and spend time in. The brief was to create a kitchen with dark tones and plenty of wood, and I designed this with black fenix and oak veneer doors, coupled with splashback and floor tiles for texture. Here the layout was dramatically changed, adding in floor to ceiling cabinetry, open shelving, a breakfast cupboard and opening up the window by removing the sink and dishwasher that were previously here. A great project to work on. - Kitchen design: Claire Moran Designs - Main contractor: MPRM Design & Build - Kitchen: Holte Studio on IKEA carcasses - Photograpy: Anna Yanovski

Greenwich Georgian Makeover

Renaissance Partners, LLC

Kitchen area with shiplap walls & ceilings finished with high gloss.
This is an example of a large traditional eat-in kitchen in New York with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, white floor, white benchtop and timber.

NW11 Contemporary Family Home

Catrin Fenton Design

Large, modern kitchen extension of a 1930's detached house in London's NW11. Catrin Fenton Design designed the lightwell, all electricals, the kitchen and sourced all materials for this project. We introduced some wood textures to add warmth and a Scandinavian feel. An extravagant linear pendant over the kitchen island with great impact.

Rosebery Road

Matthew Giles Architects

Contemporary kitchen with terrazzo floor and central island and hidden pantry
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, slate splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and pink benchtop.

Natural Style

Vela Interior Design

Design ideas for a small eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Project Hemera, North London

CCASA Architects

The kitchen was all designed to be integrated to the garden. The client made great emphasis to have the sink facing the garden so an L shaped kitchen was designed which also serves as kitchen bar. An enormous rooflight brings lots of light into the space.

Crabtree House

Into interior design

This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, cement tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Architecture intérieure sur mesure d'un appartement

Studio Catoir

Architecture intérieure d'un appartement situé au dernier étage d'un bâtiment neuf dans un quartier résidentiel. Le Studio Catoir a créé un espace élégant et représentatif avec un soin tout particulier porté aux choix des différents matériaux naturels, marbre, bois, onyx et à leur mise en oeuvre par des artisans chevronnés italiens. La cuisine ouverte avec son étagère monumentale en marbre et son ilôt en miroir sont les pièces centrales autour desquelles s'articulent l'espace de vie. La lumière, la fluidité des espaces, les grandes ouvertures vers la terrasse, les jeux de reflets et les couleurs délicates donnent vie à un intérieur sensoriel, aérien et serein.

Mosaic Mother of Pearl Backsplash Design in Kitchen Remodel

Sea Pointe Design & Remodel

This kitchen remodel features a mosaic backsplash with Mother of Pearl material made of shells, perfect for this seaside inspired design.
Photo of a small beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Küche

Bürogemeinschaft | bfl Architekten und Berater

Küche und Esszimmer
This is an example of a contemporary eat-in kitchen in Berlin with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, with island, yellow floor and black benchtop.

TGA HOME

Tommaso Giunchi Architetti

La cucina affaccia sull'ingresso della casa con una penisola con fuochi in linea della Smeg. Cappa in acciaio sospesa. Pannellatura della cucina in laminato multicolore. Soppalco sopra ingresso con letto ospiti. Scaletta vintage di accesso al soppalco. Piano del top e lavabi in corian. Paraspruzzi in vetro retro-verniciato.

Doris Day Beach House without the beach!

JL Construction

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, grey floor, grey benchtop, wood, quartzite benchtops and ceramic floors.

Appartement 150 m2 Paris 9

hOme PM&P sas

coin cuisine intégré réalisé sur-mesure. Plan de travail arrondi en quartz, façades laquées et chêne. Claustra chêne. Lampe Gubi. photo OPM
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary eat-in kitchen in Paris with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Cocina clásica con gran luminosidad

Hermanos Pérez

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Madrid with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Mid-Century Kitchen Update

cocoon home design

debra szidon
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, concrete floors, with island and green floor.

Two-storey side extension Twickenhamki

Architect Your Home

The bright open kitchen dining room provides and elegant space full of light to either cook, dine or simply hang out in.
Large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, terrazzo floors and with island.

Fresh Maple Kitchen Remodel

Powell Construction

Details: The integrated stainless steel sink was custom fabricated by the countertop craftspeople. It has crisp corners, a lowered center divider (to minimize splash from the faucet) and offset drains (to push back the plumbing so as to allow for better cabinet storage below). To the right of the sink is a subtle detail (look closely at the reflections to see it), but one that adds great functionality: a sloped, recessed drainboard directs water back into the sink. The window is trimmed tight to the cabinets on either side with custom maple millwork, and has a built-in shelf above--again with trim up to the ceiling. The shelf provides a nice spot for favorite curios and mementos. The pendant light above the sink is actually an LED fixture with an Edison style bulb. Stainless steel outlet and switch covers over black devices pull the design together. Under-cabinet xenon lighting highlights the tile.

Eat-in Kitchen with an Integrated Sink 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!