Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, vinyl floors, no island, black floor and white benchtop.

New Black + White Kitchen

Wilkinson Brochier Interior Design

New build kitchen in small apartment
Photo of a small modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Taupe Handleless Kitchen

PlaceDesign Kitchens and Interiors

This client in East Ham wanted to maximise storage without making the room feel smaller or colder. The result is this warm taupe handleless kitchen that makes the most of the high ceilings.

Temperance Kitchen

Steve K. Designs

Steven Kampfer
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and with island.

Green Glass Accent

K&N Appliance Gallery

A compact kitchen, but not compact when it comes to material usage and modern styling!
This is an example of a small modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors and multiple islands.

Jiminy Peak Ski Area Condo Remodel

Jack Miller Contractors

Photo: Satyan Devados
Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and no island.

Ogden Vintage Kitchen

Pamela Leone Design, Inc.

Mario Peixoto Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, vinyl floors, a peninsula and glass-front cabinets.

Private House in Epsom, Surrey

Francesco Pierazzi Architects

Gianluca Maver
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and grey floor.

Boho Bungalow Kitchen

Nicolette Jarquin, CKD

The island was designed to feel like furniture in this compact, narrow space. 2 stools for enjoying a coffee while looking out the sink window. Upper cabinets and wall paint were done in a creamy white paint to lighten the space. Rustic wood cabinets create texture and a connection to nature. Craftsman hardware and a black hood modernize this bungalow while natural colored ceramics like the backsplash tile and pendant lights bring the boho vibe. Adornments are all plants in this Biophilic design.

Seaside Cottage

Lenton Company, Inc.

San Diego living is the inspiration for this coastal-style kitchen and bathrooms. It features RTA white shaker cabinets, brushed nickel finishes, arabesque shape tiles that resemble ocean blue -hues, an under-mount granite composite sink, and soft blue paint throughout the house.

Modern and Glamorous Expansive Kitchen

Skydell Contracting Inc.

Large midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Trail View Renovation

Granger Remodel & Design

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

East Melbourne

Camilla Molders Design

Residential Interior Design project by Camilla Molders Design
Photo of a small industrial galley eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, black splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Modern Coastal Kitchen

H&Co Interiors

A modern coastal inspired kitchen using a pallet of white and timber with lots of natural layers. This kitchen incorporates lots of storage and a large island for a big family to be seated.

The Vue

Alyssa Wilcox Interiors

This is an example of a small scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Vilano Beach Coastal Casual

Donna Mancini Interiors & Flooring

This is an example of an expansive beach style single-wall eat-in kitchen in Jacksonville with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

SW 27th

John Webb Construction and Design

Complete kitchen and guest bathroom remodel with IKEA cabinetry, custom VG Fir doors, quartz countertop, ceramic tile backsplash, and grouted LVT tile flooring

Awesome Norristown PA Bi-level Home Remodel

Chester County Kitchen & Bath

Awesome Norristown PA bi-level home remodel. We gutted the whole first level of this home down to the bare bones. We redesigned the space to an open floorplan. New structural framing, insulation, windows and doors, and all mechanicals were relocated and improved. Lighting! Lighting! Lighting! everywhere and it makes all the difference. Led lighting and smart switches were used for up lighting above cabinetry, task lighting under cabinetry, general room lighting, accent lighting under bar top, and all decorative fixtures as well. The kitchen was designed around a central island with elevated seating that is designed around the new structural columns required to open the whole area. Fabuwood cabinetry in Galaxy Horizon finish make up the perimeter cabinets accented by Galaxy Cobblestone finish used for the island cabinetry. Both cabinetry tones coordinate perfect with the new Luxury vinyl plank flooring in Uptown Chic Forever Friends. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, luxury vinyl is Awesome! It looks great its ultra durable and even water proof as well as less expensive than true hardwood. New stair treads, railings, and posts were installed stained to match by us; giving the steps new life. An accent wall of nickel gap boards was installed on the fireplace wall giving it some interest along with being a great clean look. The recessed niche behind the range, the dry stacked stone tile at the islands seating area, the new tile entry in a herringbone pattern just add to all the great details of this project. The New River White granite countertops are a show stopper as well; not only is it a beautiful stone the installation and seaming is excellent considering the pattern of the stone. I could go on forever we did so much. The clients were terrific and a pleasure to work with. I am glad we were able to be involved in making this dream come true.

85th St S Kitchen Transformation

L 3 Construction

We designed this kitchen to meet the needs of the clients family, their love for the kids, their love of cooking and entertaining friends and family. We created a not only functional space but one that allows everyone an opportunity to be part of the magic that happens in the kitchen. We are thankful to have met some wonderful people and be able to be part of helping to give them their dream kitchen.

Beach Street Condo

BeeTree Homes

Design ideas for a small arts and crafts l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Jacksonville with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Eat-in Kitchen with Vinyl 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!