Photo of an expansive transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Albuquerque with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Open Kitchen Design - Marlin

Pearl Remodeling

Check out this beautiful open kitchen project. More and more homeowners dream of creating a kitchen that is fluid and simple but still has great functionality for normal family life. For this project we aimed to create an open room that could serve many purposes. We took our time picking out the right materials for the kitchen to make it minimalist but eloquent. The kitchen island was definitely one of the coolest pieces to pick out, but overall we loved the design of this project. If you are in the Los Angeles area call us today @1-888-977-9490 to get started on your dream project!

Mandarin Estates

Greystone Kitchens

These Wellborn Forest Ginger cabinets have Hamilton Raised Panel style doors with a flawless Bordeaux Gold granite countertop and Savona Ivory Brushed Travertine backsplash. The 60/40 stainless sink and Kohler Sous Faucet combo match perfectly with the Frigidaire Professional appliances. Kim Lindsey Photography

Matsqui Prairie/Abbotsford Complete Home Renovation

Pro-Pack Contracting & Design Inc.

Clients requested an entertaining kitchen with a large island. Large fireplace in living room compliments the rock on the hood fan over the cook top. Black accents give rustic and refined definition. Revival Arts Photography, Jason Brown

Stylish Severna Park KItchen

BPL Design Group

Dated Severna Park kitchen with a winged island...started from scratch and a complete demo... added a new long island to host a huge party and gorgeous white shaker cabinetry to the ceiling. Add in a Carrara herringbone backsplash and antique brass accents and just WOW!!!!

Modern coastal kitchen in Selvamarina

LEVEL UP Design LLC

Design ideas for an expansive beach style l-shaped kitchen in Jacksonville with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances and vinyl floors.

French Country kitchen and Bathroom Remodel

John Webb Construction and Design

This countryside farmhouse was remodeled and added on to by removing an interior wall separating the kitchen from the dining/living room, putting an addition at the porch to extend the kitchen by 10', installing an IKEA kitchen cabinets and custom built island using IKEA boxes, custom IKEA fronts, panels, trim, copper and wood trim exhaust wood, wolf appliances, apron front sink, and quartz countertop. The bathroom was redesigned with relocation of the walk-in shower, and installing a pottery barn vanity. the main space of the house was completed with luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. A beautiful transformation with gorgeous views of the Willamette Valley.

Gorgeous 14,000 Sq Ft Colorado Guest House

Logic Integration

This exclusive guest home features excellent and easy to use technology throughout. The idea and purpose of this guesthouse is to host multiple charity events, sporting event parties, and family gatherings. The roughly 90-acre site has impressive views and is a one of a kind property in Colorado. The project features incredible sounding audio and 4k video distributed throughout (inside and outside). There is centralized lighting control both indoors and outdoors, an enterprise Wi-Fi network, HD surveillance, and a state of the art Crestron control system utilizing iPads and in-wall touch panels. Some of the special features of the facility is a powerful and sophisticated QSC Line Array audio system in the Great Hall, Sony and Crestron 4k Video throughout, a large outdoor audio system featuring in ground hidden subwoofers by Sonance surrounding the pool, and smart LED lighting inside the gorgeous infinity pool. J Gramling Photos

Farmhouse at Kings Crossing

Live Oak Home Builders

Elegant farmhouse kitchen with glass doors, custom hood, and a large island.
Expansive country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Modern Lake House

Coyle Carpet One Floor & Home

Light, wood-look vinyl floor by Karndean, in color Glacier Oak. The black border is made from Karndean's Art Select Vinyl Parquet in Black Oak.
This is an example of an expansive modern open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Largo Modern Entertainer

Picture Perfect Kitchen Designs

Brandi Image Photography
Inspiration for an expansive modern galley open plan kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, multiple islands and grey floor.

Casual Modern | Portland Kitchen Remodel

Mountainwood Homes

A side door connects the entry courtyard to the kitchen for casual living. The large Knotty Alder island cabinet separates the open space of dining room and living room on the main floor.

Spacious High-End Kitchen in New Build Property

Handmade Kitchen Co

Expansive modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Hertfordshire with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary Delafield Whole House

Kowalske Kitchen & Bath

This exciting ‘whole house’ project began when a couple contacted us while house shopping. They found a 1980s contemporary colonial in Delafield with a great wooded lot on Nagawicka Lake. The kitchen and bathrooms were outdated but it had plenty of space and potential. We toured the home, learned about their design style and dream for the new space. The goal of this project was to create a contemporary space that was interesting and unique. Above all, they wanted a home where they could entertain and make a future. At first, the couple thought they wanted to remodel only the kitchen and master suite. But after seeing Kowalske Kitchen & Bath’s design for transforming the entire house, they wanted to remodel it all. The couple purchased the home and hired us as the design-build-remodel contractor. First Floor Remodel The biggest transformation of this home is the first floor. The original entry was dark and closed off. By removing the dining room walls, we opened up the space for a grand entry into the kitchen and dining room. The open-concept kitchen features a large navy island, blue subway tile backsplash, bamboo wood shelves and fun lighting. On the first floor, we also turned a bathroom/sauna into a full bathroom and powder room. We were excited to give them a ‘wow’ powder room with a yellow penny tile wall, floating bamboo vanity and chic geometric cement tile floor. Second Floor Remodel The second floor remodel included a fireplace landing area, master suite, and turning an open loft area into a bedroom and bathroom. In the master suite, we removed a large whirlpool tub and reconfigured the bathroom/closet space. For a clean and classic look, the couple chose a black and white color pallet. We used subway tile on the walls in the large walk-in shower, a glass door with matte black finish, hexagon tile on the floor, a black vanity and quartz counters. Flooring, trim and doors were updated throughout the home for a cohesive look.

Hall Cabinet

Lenton Company, Inc.

Removing the wall between the old kitchen and great room allowed room for two islands, work flow and storage. A beverage center and banquet seating was added to the breakfast nook. The laundry/mud room matches the new kitchen and includes a step in pantry.

Rustic Contemporary Kitchen

J&J Carpet One Floor & Home

Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring from Provenza in Uptown Chic, Bold Ambition.
This is an example of an expansive transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Orlando with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Mission Home Renovation - New Life!

Lacey Construction Ltd.

Photos by Brice Ferre. Modern farmhouse chic was added to this home.
Inspiration for an expansive country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Matsqui Prairie/Abbotsford Complete Home Renovation

Pro-Pack Contracting & Design Inc.

Open concept with large pantry and island seating for five. Revival Arts Photography, Jason Brown
Expansive country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island and grey floor.

Largo Modern Entertainer

Picture Perfect Kitchen Designs

RRCC West Minimalist Makeover

Ranieri Construction LLC

Full kitchen view with new 10' island. Note range was on backorder. Island required 2 book matched slabs of material due to oversized length
This is an example of an expansive transitional single-wall open plan kitchen in Las Vegas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, vinyl floors, with island and brown floor.

Expansive 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!