This beautiful new build colonial home was enhanced by the choice of this honed White Macaubas quartzite. This is an extremely durable material and is perfect for this soon to be mother of 3. She accented the kitchen with a turquoise hexagon back splash and oversized white lanterns

Interiorista Jaime Lacasa Piso particular

Lupe Clemente Fotografía

Mid-sized eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Madrid with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Evans

Woodward Kitchen & Bath

This contemporary country kitchen designed for homeowners Ruth and Michael is functional as well as charming. Careful planning utilized space to it's maximum. The kitchen and dining area overlook the verdant patio and garden area and the earthy colors marry the spaces handsomely.

Eclettico Cucina

Photo of an eclectic single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, no island and grey floor.

Basement Remodel

Steven Miele, LLC

This is an example of an eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in New York with white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and recessed-panel cabinets.

Natural Palette Kitchen in Cupertino Hills

Silva Custom Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a large eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Farmhouse Eclectic Newtown, Bucks County Kitchen

Bare Root Design Studio

Spring has arrived in the Newtown Bucks County "farmhouse" kitchen. Interior Designer, Nancy Gracia coupled this stunning La Cornue Fe stove with a custom zinc hood. Bardiglio hexagonal marble complement the stainless appliances and serves as a graceful backdrop to the subway marble set in a brick pattern throughout the entire kitchen. Custom beaded inset hand brushed cabinetry is a nice contrast to the thin pine planking flooring. Unlacquered brass hardware and soapstone countertops complete the custom cabinetry. Designed by Nancy Gracia of Bare Root Design Studio. Photo: Joe Kyle

Daily Telegraphy/House & Garden Fair 2000 Showhouse

Tim Wood Limited

This kitchen was designed for The House and Garden show house which was organised by the IDDA (now The British Institute of Interior Design). Tim Wood was invited to design the kitchen for the showhouse in the style of a Mediterranean villa. Tim Wood designed the kitchen area which ran seamlessly into the dining room, the open garden area next to it was designed by Kevin Mc Cloud. This bespoke kitchen was made from maple with quilted maple inset panels. All the drawers were made of solid maple and dovetailed and the handles were specially designed in pewter. The work surfaces were made from white limestone and the sink from a solid limestone block. A large storage cupboard contains baskets for food and/or children's toys. The larder cupboard houses a limestone base for putting hot food on and flush maple double sockets for electrical appliances. This maple kitchen has a pale and stylish look with timeless appeal.

Multi-Cultural Mountain Home, Full Home Design

User

Distressed, black cabinets and a neutral ceiling frame a kitchen accented with brushed nickel hardware, countertops of brushed black granite, stainless steel appliances (hood, stove, oven, microwave and refrigerator) and a brushed nickel faucet. Vintage, hand-blown amber glass pendants hang above rattan bar stools and dark walnut hardwoods, with a turquoise glass tile backsplash providing a pop of color.

Chateau-inspired family home

Copper Leaf Interior Design Studio

Custom tile work: Mercury Mosaics Photography, Tom Eells
Inspiration for a large eclectic eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, terra-cotta floors, with island and orange floor.

San Francisco Apartment

Workroom C

Contemporary kitchen with traditional elements Photo by Eric Zepeda
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with subway tile splashback, a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and solid surface benchtops.

Hackney Kitchen

Amy Stoddart Studio Ltd

This two-bed property in East London is a great example of clever spatial planning. The room was 1.4m by 4.2m, so we didn't have much to work with. We made the most of the space by integrating slimline appliances, such as the 450 dishwasher and 150 wine cooler. This enabled the client to have exactly what they wanted in the kitchen function-wise, along with having a really nicely designed space that worked with the industrial nature of the property.

Franklin Project

Studio H Designs, Inc.

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.

Colorful Vintage-Inspired Kitchen with Brass Accents

Model Remodel

Dark brown leather cabinet pulls on blue cabinets © Cindy Apple Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Backsplash: Interiology showroom - 432 Main St. Watertown, MA

LaFauci Tile and Marble

Refined Calacatta marble mosaic for an eclectic kitchen backsplash. The elegant mosaic gleams with hints of brass to coordinate with the kitchen fixtures and hardware.

Purple Passion

Rhonda Knoche Design

Cabin 40 Images
Design ideas for a large eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, solid surface benchtops, orange splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Parklane Kitchen

Articulated Design Studio

Derek Stevens
Small eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and no island.

Winter Park, FL Townhouse

John McClain Design

Custom crystal chandelier, handblown glass pendants, and white leather banquette round out this chic kitchen and dining area. Taylor Architectural Photography

Wooden Framed House in Wexford

Stuart Design Studio

Photgraphy courtesy of Barbara Egan - Reportage
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dublin with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, travertine floors, a peninsula and white appliances.

Interior Nestor Percal

Francis Amiand Photographe

Photographe Francis Amiand Styliste Gilles Dallière
Design ideas for a large eclectic single-wall eat-in kitchen in Paris.

Eclectic Eat-in Kitchen 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 Eclectic 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!