Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, solid surface benchtops, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Moss Green Kitchen

White Wood Kitchens

Moss Green is the color of choice for this Cape Cod kitchen by White Wood Kitchens. The perimeter countertops are a Fantasy Brown granite countertop. The island is a a natural wood countertop made from Walnut. The appliances are all stainless steel, with a stainless steel backsplash leading up to the hood. Builder: Handren Brothers.

Retro Revival - In Scotts Valley

Lewis Design-Build-Remodel

This is an example of a small eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback and porcelain floors.

White Jade Onyx Backsplash and Chateaux Blanc Quartzite Countertop

Aria Stone Gallery

Mint green and retro appliances marry beautifully in this charming and colorful 1950's inspired kitchen. Featuring a White Jade Onyx backsplash and Chateaux Blanc Quartzite countertop, this retro kitchen is sure to take you down memory lane.

Bright and Aqua Blue Cottage Styled Kitchen Remodel

Dura Supreme Cabinetry

Diana Wiesner of Lampert Lumber in Chetek, WI worked with her client and Dura Supreme to create this custom teal blue paint color for their new kitchen. They wanted a contemporary cottage styled kitchen with blue cabinets to contrast their love of blue, red, and yellow. The homeowners can now come home to a stunning teal (aqua) blue kitchen that grabs center stage in this contemporary home with cottage details. Bria Cabinetry by Dura Supreme with an affordable Personal Paint Match finish to "Calypso" SW 6950 in the Craftsman Beaded Panel door style. This kitchen was featured in HGTV Magazine summer of 2014 in the Kitchen Chronicles. Here's a quote from the designer's interview that was featured in the issue. "Every time you enter this kitchen, it's like walking into a Caribbean vacation. It's upbeat and tropical, and it can be paired with equally vivid reds and greens. I was worried the homeowners might get blue fatigue, and it's definitely a gutsy choice for a rural Wisconsin home. But winters on their farm are brutal, and this color is a reminder that summer comes again." - Diana Wiesner, Lampert Lumber, Chetek, WI Request a FREE Dura Supreme Brochure: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure

Eclectic Kitchen

Eclectic kitchen in Los Angeles.

Rykestrasse Entire Home Interior Design/Furniture sourcing

Cocobird Design

Design ideas for an eclectic single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, metallic splashback, no island and brown benchtop.

Квартира на море

Анна Муравина

Eclectic kitchen in Moscow.

Stoke Newington

Cassidy Hughes Interior Design

Inspiration for a large eclectic eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors and grey benchtop.

Bungalow Charm

Studio Palomino

Photo of an eclectic kitchen in Other.

British Standard Showroom: Hoxton

British Standard by Plain English

Floor cupboards are painted in 'Deep Egyptian Green' by Papers and Paints. Wall cupboards and wall are painted in 'Pale Powder Blue' by Papers and Paints. Worktops are made from European Oak. Ironmongery is only available from British Standard with a project; not sold separately. Taps are reclaimed and the oven is from Bosch. Chair is from Howe of London.

Cuisine emerald

Maison Laurel

Laura Garcia
Small eclectic galley open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, terra-cotta splashback, black appliances, terrazzo floors, with island and white floor.

Dallas | Lakewood | Kitchen (Revive)

Kitchen Design Concepts

Yes, you read the title right. Small updates DO make a BIG difference. Whether it’s updating a color, finish, or even the smallest: changing out the hardware, these minor updates together can all make a big difference in the space. For our Flashback Friday Feature, we have a perfect example of how you can make some small updates to revamp the entire space! The best of all, we replaced the door and drawer fronts, and added a small cabinet (removing the soffit, making the cabinets go to the ceiling) making this space seem like it’s been outfitted with a brand new kitchen! If you ask us, that’s a great way of value engineering and getting the best value out of your dollars! To learn more about this project, continue reading below! Cabinets As mentioned above, we removed the existing cabinet door and drawer fronts and replaced them with a more updated shaker style door/drawer fronts supplied by Woodmont. We removed the soffits and added an extra cabinet on the cooktop wall, taking the cabinets to the ceiling. This small update provides additional storage, and gives the space a new look! Countertops Bye-bye laminate, and hello quartz! As our clients were starting to notice the wear-and-tear of their original laminate tops, they knew they wanted something durable and that could last. Well, what better to install than quartz? Providing our clients with something that’s not only easy to maintain, but also modern was exactly what they wanted in their updated kitchen! Backsplash The original backsplash was a plain white 4×4″ tile and left much to be desired. Having lived with this backsplash for years, our clients wanted something more exciting and eye-catching. I can safely say that this small update delivered! We installed an eye-popping glass tile in blues, browns, and whites from Hirsch Glass tile in the Gemstone Collection. Hardware You’d think hardware doesn’t make a huge difference in a space, but it does! It adds not only the feel of good quality but also adds some character to the space. Here we have installed Amerock Blackrock knobs and pulls in Satin Nickel. Other Fixtures To top off the functionality and usability of the space, we installed a new sink and faucet. The sink and faucet is something used every day, so having something of great quality is much appreciated especially when so frequently used. From Kohler, we have an under-mount castiron sink in Palermo Blue. From Blanco, we have a single-hole, and pull-out spray faucet. Flooring Last but not least, we installed cork flooring. The cork provides and soft and cushiony feel and is great on your feet!

2nd floor kitchen - Teal color side

MAS Design Studio

Color separation extends over the ceiling and changes the regular perception of perspective giving an illusion of a bigger space It was challenging to fined the matching teal back splash The floor is charcoal concrete looking tile Vigo black fauset Photo Ada Mitch

ECLECTIC OPEN SITELINES

Joanna Ianni Designs

Photo of a mid-sized eclectic galley open plan kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and black benchtop.

Retro Kitchen

Kitchen & Bath Design Center

Cabinets: Holiday Kitchens, High Pressure Laminate, slab door Counter: Granite
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic u-shaped separate kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, glass benchtops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and a peninsula.

Retro Kitchen

Kitchen & Bath Design Center

Cabinets: Holiday Kitchens, High Pressure Laminate, slab door Counter: Granite
Mid-sized eclectic u-shaped separate kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, glass benchtops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and a peninsula.

Howelson Place

Silver Creek Design, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic kitchen in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback and white benchtop.

Stoke Newington

Cassidy Hughes Interior Design

Large eclectic eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors and grey benchtop.

Ardmore Eclectic Kitchen

Airy Kitchens

Photo of a mid-sized eclectic single-wall eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, orange floor and grey benchtop.

Eclectic Turquoise 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!