“Great service and design ideas from Myers. Whilst we knew what we wanted from the kitchen we had no idea how to lay it out. Keith and the team helped us conceptualise not only the kitchen but the layout of the entire space, including a new coffee area in a sunny spot that we hadn't even thought about”

Manhattan Lane: Kitchen

Fairly Modern

Built by: J Peterson Homes Cabinetry: TruKitchens Photography: Ashley Avila Photography
Large modern galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Elgin Apartment

MWAI Architecture and Interiors

Alexander James
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, mirror splashback, light hardwood floors, no island and beige floor.

Industrial Minimal Kitchen with Magnetic Chalkboard, Hong Kong

Liquid Interiors

Modern industrial minimal kitchen that is hidden behind folding stainless steel cupboards. Kitchen island with composite stone surface and downdraft extractor. LED multi-light pendant. TV set into the chalboard wall. White ceiling and concrete floor. The kitchen has an activated carbon water filtration system and LPG gas stove, ceiling fan and cross ventilation to minimize the use of A/C. Bi-fold doors to separate the bedroom/living area.

Chi

Individual Design & Construction

The use of slimline bookmatched horizontal feature grained natural timber veneer compensates for the lack of space making the kitchen seem larger
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, flat-panel cabinets and light hardwood floors.

Sterling Home

Capricorn Engineering & Drafting Services

Blink Photography
Mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Brisbane with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, with island, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops and travertine floors.

Historic Home Renovation and Addition

Normandy Remodeling

These built-in refrigerator drawers are perfect for extra beverages and ideal for entertaining. Located in the home bar, the wood panel drawers allow the appliances to blend seamlessly with the rest of this traditional kitchen. For more on home beverage centers, click here: http://www.normandyremodeling.com/blog/beverage-refrigerator-in-kitchen-design

Appartement PARIS 7, 200m2

Myhome rénovation

Très belle cuisine familiale, où absolument tout a été refait : chape, électricité, plomberie, la cheminée a été remise en fonction, le parquet a été posé...

Thames Ditton Painted Shaker Kitchen

Higham Furniture

An aesthetically pleasing utility is just as important as a kitchen. We love how this Shaker utility turned out.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Edward Road

Noel Dempsey Design

Luxury handmade kitchen from our New Hampshire Collection. The hand painted kitchen is custom made in our solid wood framed cabinet style with detailed doors and drawers. Armac Martin handles complete the look.

A London Town House Kitchen By Burlanes

burlanes interiors

A stunning period property in the heart of London, the homeowners of this beautiful town house have created a stunning, boutique hotel vibe throughout, and Burlanes were commissioned to design and create a kitchen with charisma and rustic charm. Handpainted in Farrow & Ball 'Studio Green', the Burlanes Hoyden cabinetry is handmade to fit the dimensions of the room exactly, complemented perfectly with Silestone worktops in 'Iconic White'.

Contemporary Grey Kitchen

Tom Howley

The Hartford collection is an inspired modern update on the classic Shaker style kitchen. Designed with simplicity in mind, the kitchens in this range have a universal appeal that never fails to delight. Each kitchen is beautifully proportioned, with an unerring focus on scale that ensures the final result is flawless. The impressive island adds much needed extra storage and work surface space, perfect for busy family living. Placed in the centre of the kitchen, it creates a hub for friends and family to gather. A large Kohler sink, with Perrin & Rowe taps creates a practical prep area and because it’s positioned between the Aga and fridge it creates an ideal work triangle.

U Shaped Kitchen with Breakfast Bar

Elan Kitchens

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, metallic splashback, mirror splashback and a peninsula.

Seminary Condo

Charlotte William Interiors

Dustin Halleck
Design ideas for a transitional eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Chicago Bread Baker's Kitchen. Design by Fred M Alsen of fma Interior Design.

FMA Interior Design, Inc.

Mike Kaskel
Large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors and with island.

An Island Statement

The Myers Touch

In collaboration with the client’s architect, AR Design the layout of the kitchen was already in place. However, upon meeting the client it was clear she wanted a ‘wow’ island, symmetry in design and plenty of functional storage. As well as a contemporary, family-friendly space it was also important the space that still respected the heritage of the house. The original walls of the property had many angled walls and featured some tight spaces, so careful consideration of SieMatic's cabinetry choices was given to ensure maximum functionality in those spaces. After much consideration, The Myers Touch specified SieMatic’s SC10 Cabinetry in a Provence Oak Laminate finish which was placed in a framed-style at the rear wall. The same cabinetry was specified for under the island to create contrast with the new and original material features in the space. In order for the family to keep the kitchen uncluttered, careful planning of internal storage systems was considered in the form of using SieMatic’s internal Drawer boxes and their MultiMatic internal storage system which were used to store smaller items such as spices and sauces, as well whilst providing space for slide-out drawers and storage baskets. To ensure an elegant yet ‘wow’ factor central island, The Myers Touch combined contrasting textures by using 30mm Silestone Eternal Calacatta natural stone, polished worktops with ‘waterfall island’ edges and a Corian solid surface back panel. The distinctive geometric patterned Corian panel in Cameo White looks particularly spectacular at night when the owner's turn on the architectural-toned lighting under the island. Appliances chosen for the island included a sophisticated Elica Illusion extractor hood so it could be totally integrated in the new architectural space without visual distraction, a Siemens iQ500 Induction Hob with touch-slide control and a Caple Under-counter Wine cabinet. To maximise every inch of the new space, and to ensure the owners had a place for everything, The Myers Touch also used additional cabinetry and storage options in the island such as extra deep drawers to store saucepans, cutlery, and everyday crockery. The eye-catching Antique-bronze mirrored splashback not only helps to provide the illusion of extra space, but reinforces family ‘togetherness’ as it reflects and links the rear of the kitchen ‘snug’ area where family members can sit and relax or work when not in the main kitchen extension area. The original toned brickwork and 18th Century steel windows in the original part of the extension also helps to tell the story about the older part of the house which now juxtaposes to the new, contemporary kitchen living extension. A handy door was also included in the extension which leads to the garage on the main road for family convenience and over-flow storage. Photography by Paul Craig (Reproduction of image by request only - joy@bakerpr.co.uk)

Dining Kitchen Extension

Keller Design Centre

The extension from outside during the daytime. The roof is inboard of the walls and, with parapet stones on top, all the drainage is hidden from view. The parapet walls are sufficient in height to conceal the skylights too.

Clear Creek Parade Home 2020

Celtic Custom Homes

Love the open kitchen with oversized island with seating for 8. Built in wine frig, panelled refrigerator, professional range and hood, quartz countertops. Cabinets by Verser Cabinet Shop.

Grand Victorian Bedazzles

Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath

Design by #PaulBentham4JenniferGilmer in Baltimore, Maryland. Photography by Bob Narod. http://www.gilmerkitchens.com/

Paddington Terrace

Baxter Creative Limited

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Eat-in Kitchen with Mirror Splashback 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!