Inspiration for an expansive contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Houston with a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, light wood cabinets, mosaic tile splashback, solid surface benchtops, slate floors, no island and multi-coloured floor.

Magnificently Modern Memorial Kitchen Remodel | 2016

Sweetlake Interior Design LLC

This amazing, U-shaped Memorial (Houston, TX 77024) custom kitchen design was influenced by the "The Great Gatsby" era with its custom zinc flared vent hood with nickel plated laminate straps. This terrific hood flares in on the front and the sides. The contrasting finishes help to add texture and character to this fully remodeled kitchen. This hood is considerably wider than the cooktop below. It's actually 60" wide with an open back splash and no cabinets on either side. We love to showcase vent hoods in most of our designs because it serves as a great conversation piece when entertaining family and friends. A good design tip is to always make the vent hood larger than the stove. It makes an incredible statement! The antiqued, mirror glass cabinets feature a faux finish with a furniture like feel. The large back splash features a zig zag design, often called "chevron pattern." The french sconces with nickel plated shades are beautifully displayed on each side of the gorgeous "La Cornue" stove adding bling to the kitchen's magnificence and giving an overall elegant look with easy clean up. Additionally, there are two (2) highbrow chandeliers by Curry & Company, gives the kitchen the love needed to be a step above the norm. The island bar has a farmhouse sink and a full slab of "Fantasy Brown" marble with seating for five. There is tons of storage throughout the kitchen with plenty of drawer and cabinet space on both sides of the island. The sub-zero refrigerator is totally integrated with cupboards and drawers to match. Another advantage of this variety of refrigeration is that you create furniture-style cabinetry. This is a truly great idea for a dateless design transformation in Houston with raised-panel cupboards and paneled appliances. Polished nickel handles, drawer pulls and faucet hardware complete the design.

Full height, made to measure internal glass doors | Deuren

Deuren

These wide leaf doors were the perfect addition to this project, they added light and space to the adjoining rooms with ease.
This is an example of an expansive modern galley open plan kitchen in Other with glass-front cabinets and with island.

Columbine Kitchen

Sander and Sons Kitchen and Bath

This is an example of an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Nobles Point 4

SHELTER Custom-Built Living

Expansive modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charleston with a single-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Mediterranean Homes

Candelaria Design Associates

This is an example of an expansive mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with glass-front cabinets, a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

New England Contemporary

Cross Tie Construction LLC

Rick O'Brien
Expansive transitional galley kitchen pantry in Providence with an undermount sink, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets and limestone floors.

Whole House Renovation

Creative Design Construction, Inc.

The existing 3000 square foot colonial home was expanded to more than double its original size. The end result was an open floor plan with high ceilings, perfect for entertaining, bathroom for every bedroom, closet space, mudroom, and unique details ~ all of which were high priorities for the homeowner. Photos-Peter Rymwid Photography

Parker House

Monika Ross

Design ideas for an expansive scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Rye Beach Shingle

VanderHorn Architects

James Merrell Photography
Expansive beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Modern Scottsdale Kitchen

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Photographer: Stephen Simms
This is an example of an expansive modern l-shaped kitchen pantry in Phoenix with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Bucks County Transitional

Gacek Design Group, Inc.

Photo of an expansive transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Custom Luxury Kitchens

Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling

This beautiful kitchen was designed and built by Fratantoni Luxury Estates. No detail was overlooked. Check out our Facebook Fan Page at www.Facebook.com/FratantoniLuxuryEstates

Valcucine New Logica mit Funktionskanal aus Stein (Marmor)

KÜCHEN ATELIER PIEKARZ

Valcucine New Logica mit Funktionskanal aus Stein (Marmor)
Photo of an expansive contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Berlin with a single-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, purple cabinets, glass benchtops, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and purple benchtop.

Breakfast Knook with Granite Table and Custom Built-In Banquette

Marcelle Guilbeau, Interior Designer

Gieves Anderson Photography
Design ideas for an expansive eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Nashville with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands and beige floor.

La Verne, CA

Lanai Doors

Folding doors are a great addition to this home. With a large patio and a large, open kitchen, The aluminum glass doors add to the contemporary design while bringing the two large spaces together.

Main Kitchen

NSPJ Architects

This is an example of an expansive mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Kansas City with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Palo Alto

Melissa Nierman Designs

Expansive traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Hidden Treasures in New Hope, PA

Lang's Kitchen & Bath

This kitchen design in New Hope, PA created an open living space in the home by removing a 24 foot wall between the kitchen and family room. The resulting space is a kitchen that is both elegant and practical. It is packed with features such as slate inserts above the hood, lights in all of the top cabinets, a double built-up island top, and all lighting remote controlled. All of the kitchen cabinets include specialized storage accessories to make sure every item in the kitchen has a home and all available space is utilized.

MODERN FARMHOUSE

Emmy Couture Designs LLC

This is an example of an expansive country kitchen in Phoenix with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops and multiple islands.

Expansive Kitchen with Glass-front Cabinets 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!