Photo of a small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, a drop-in sink, grey splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Traditional Mountain Roost

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The star of this South Carolina mountain home's traditional kitchen is the cast stone hood hanging above a black Lacanche range. The antique brass faucet and pot-filler add vintage sheen and coordinate with the range’s hardware. Dark walnut-stained beams, island and hardwood floors contrast with the ivory plaster walls and ceiling. Cabinets finished in a light taupe paint with chocolate glaze are accented in restoration glass with lead caming and pewter hardware. Black Pearl granite, which has been brushed and enhanced, tops the counters and climbs the backsplash. The stone's flecks of silver, gold and gray add depth. Counter stools covered in cream and taupe striped burlap are trimmed with bronze nails and pull up to the expansive island. Above the island hovers an iron chandelier, shedding light on the white farm sink. This space was designed to fill with friends – prepping, cooking and delighting in each luxurious detail. Just beyond this drool-worthy room is a peek of the home’s stately dining room.

Dove Design Studio

Atlas Marble and Granite

Kitchen Design and Photo by Dove Design Studio. Dove Design Studio was awarded Kitchen of the Month by House Beautiful Magazine Dec/Jan 2017 Edition!! This spectacular kitchen has Caesarstone Calacatta Nuvo custom counter top fabricated by Atlas Marble & Granite.

Fabulous Industrial Inspired Home

Esq Design

Cabinetry by: Esq Design. Interior design by District 309 Photography: Tracey Ayton
This is an example of an expansive country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, quartz benchtops, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback and subway tile splashback.

Wellborn Forest Cabinetry

C&H Kitchen Cabinet Gallery

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Transitional Elegance

Kitchens by Eileen

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, stone tile splashback and brown floor.

Custom Atlanta Home

Vincent Longo Custom Builders

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen Cabinets & Islands

Trademark Wood Products

Susan Gilmore Photography
This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Kitchen Remodel

David Gates

Main Kitchen area. Kraftmaid maple cabinets in the Jamison door style, painted in Biscotti with Cocoa Glaze. LG Model LSG4513ST Gas Range. ZEPHYR Model ZSA-M90CS range hood. DANZE Model D205058SS pot filler faucet.

Marvel LG Viatera

Classic Marble & Stone

Photo of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Transitional Kitchen

Bobbi Alderfer/Lifestyle Design

Brian DeWolf
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, subway tile splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Creekside Main Level Addition and Remodel

MA Peterson Design Build, Inc.

Tthe space was opened up to provide generous amounts of light, and wall-to-wall windows and doors were added to create one great dining experience and to allow the outside beauty to come inside. Eyes are immediately drawn to the expansive kitchen island. The custom island was painted a vintage grey with red undertones and distressed to create the perfect look. Throughout the kitchen the custom cabinets and drawers, made by Trademark Wood Products, were painted a soft, warm white. The ends of the island were custom set at the exact height for our homeowner who enjoys baking. The decision to keep the granite honed countertops lighter on the perimeter was made in order to keep the island as a bold statement. Along the outer custom wall of cabinetry incorporated a stylish and functional prep kitchen allowed our homeowners, who also love to entertain, a more useful and expansive space. After doubling the size of our homeowner’s preceding kitchen and adding custom features, baking, entertaining, or a casual night will never be the same as they overlook the backyard views of Minnehaha Creek. Susan Gilmore Photography

5323 Central Ave

Jennifer Busler Interiors, LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Architectural Harmony

RAO Design Studio, Inc.

Emily Followill Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white cabinets, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Rolling Hills Estates - Sprawling Ranch – Great Room kitchen

OCTOBER 5 Fine Home Builders

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Photo of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Belgravia Apartment

Light on White Design Studio

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, mirror splashback, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, an undermount sink, laminate benchtops and stainless steel appliances.

Ladd’s Addition Kitchen

Right Arm Construction

This home was built in 1904 in the historic district of Ladd’s Addition, Portland’s oldest planned residential development. Right Arm Construction remodeled the kitchen, entryway/pantry, powder bath and main bath. Also included was structural work in the basement and upgrading the plumbing and electrical. Finishes include: Countertops for all vanities- Pental Quartz, Color: Altea Kitchen cabinetry: Custom: inlay, shaker style. Trim: CVG Fir Custom shelving in Kitchen-Fir with custom fabricated steel brackets Bath Vanities: Custom: CVG Fir Tile: United Tile Powder Bath Floor: hex tile from Oregon Tile & Marble Light Fixtures for Kitchen & Powder Room: Rejuvenation Light Fixtures Bathroom: Schoolhouse Electric Flooring: White Oak

Rustic Kitchen on Tranquility Ridge

Standard Kitchen & Bath

Sole Design Cabinetry for the KITCHEN PERIMETER Jackson Door Style Painted Ivory with Lite Chocolate Glaze and Lite Rub Thru Jackson Door Style in Rustic Alder Stained Walnut with Black Glaze for the ISLAND

Expansive Traditional in Scarsdale

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

For this project, the entire kitchen was designed around the “must-have” Lacanche range in the stunning French Blue with brass trim. That was the client’s dream and everything had to be built to complement it. Bilotta senior designer, Randy O’Kane, CKD worked with Paul Benowitz and Dipti Shah of Benowitz Shah Architects to contemporize the kitchen while staying true to the original house which was designed in 1928 by regionally noted architect Franklin P. Hammond. The clients purchased the home over two years ago from the original owner. While the house has a magnificent architectural presence from the street, the basic systems, appointments, and most importantly, the layout and flow were inappropriately suited to contemporary living. The new plan removed an outdated screened porch at the rear which was replaced with the new family room and moved the kitchen from a dark corner in the front of the house to the center. The visual connection from the kitchen through the family room is dramatic and gives direct access to the rear yard and patio. It was important that the island separating the kitchen from the family room have ample space to the left and right to facilitate traffic patterns, and interaction among family members. Hence vertical kitchen elements were placed primarily on existing interior walls. The cabinetry used was Bilotta’s private label, the Bilotta Collection – they selected beautiful, dramatic, yet subdued finishes for the meticulously handcrafted cabinetry. The double islands allow for the busy family to have a space for everything – the island closer to the range has seating and makes a perfect space for doing homework or crafts, or having breakfast or snacks. The second island has ample space for storage and books and acts as a staging area from the kitchen to the dinner table. The kitchen perimeter and both islands are painted in Benjamin Moore’s Paper White. The wall cabinets flanking the sink have wire mesh fronts in a statuary bronze – the insides of these cabinets are painted blue to match the range. The breakfast room cabinetry is Benjamin Moore’s Lampblack with the interiors of the glass cabinets painted in Paper White to match the kitchen. All countertops are Vermont White Quartzite from Eastern Stone. The backsplash is Artistic Tile’s Kyoto White and Kyoto Steel. The fireclay apron-front main sink is from Rohl while the smaller prep sink is from Linkasink. All faucets are from Waterstone in their antique pewter finish. The brass hardware is from Armac Martin and the pendants above the center island are from Circa Lighting. The appliances, aside from the range, are a mix of Sub-Zero, Thermador and Bosch with panels on everything.

Pasadena, Kitchen

Luxe Remodel

Design ideas for a mid-sized galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Eat-in Kitchen with Dark Hardwood 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!