Bespoke island with oak interiors. Beading on shaker panels and double lambstongue on drawers. Island painted in Little Greene's Lead colour. Carrara marble worktops and splashback.

Leicht Carbon Grey and Concrete Kitchen, Richmond

Richmond Kitchens

The dark grey units in this kitchen bring up a dazzling overall effect. This generous kitchen island clearly takes centre stage, effortlessly accommodating a Bora cooktop, a Stainless-Steel Glass Doors Caple Wine Cooler and—last but not least—our all favourite breakfast bar. Photo by Paula Trovalusci

Extension sur terrasse et rénovation d'une échoppe

Expression Architecte Intérieur

Eric BOULOUMIÉ
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley separate kitchen in Bordeaux with an integrated sink, light wood cabinets, metallic splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Summit NJ — Plain & Fancy kitchen addition with butler's pantry

Tague Design Showroom

The elegant look of grey is hot in kitchen design; a pop of color to base cabinets or center island adds visual interest to your design. This kitchen also features integrated appliances and hidden storage. The open concept floor plan opens up to a breakfast area and butler's pantry. Ceramic subway tile, quartzite countertops and stainless steel appliances provide a sleek finish while the rich stain to the hardwood floors adds warmth to the space. Butler's pantry with walnut top and khaki sideboard with corbel accent bring a touch of drama to the design.

Finmere (2) , Northamptonshire

Willow Kitchens and Interiors

Faye Green Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional eat-in kitchen in Buckinghamshire with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Villa Kitchen, Damac Hills - Dubai

Innerspace ME - Hacker Kitchens, Hulsta, Rolf Benz

Photo of a small modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

kitchen

Elad Gonen

Project for austec Shamir building. www.austec-shamir.co.il , architects :studio arcasa
Modern galley kitchen in Other with stainless steel appliances, an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets.

Islington Maisonette

Larissa Johnston Architects

Design ideas for a modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Division Street

Emerick Architects

Windows and door panels reaching for the 12 foot ceilings flood this kitchen with natural light. Custom stainless cabinetry with an integral sink and commercial style faucet carry out the industrial theme of the space. Photo by Lincoln Barber

Prairie Provincial Remodel

Vivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven

Photography: Alyssa Lee Photography
Photo of a large transitional kitchen in Minneapolis with quartz benchtops, with island, white benchtop, marble splashback, an integrated sink, glass-front cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, light hardwood floors and grey cabinets.

Highgate

Black and Milk | Interior Design | London

See https://blackandmilk.co.uk/interior-design-portfolio/ for more details.

Hulls House

Create Perfect

Mid-sized country separate kitchen in Gloucestershire with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Upper East Side Townhouse Kitchen Renovation

MERGAL Architecture & Design

Complete renovation of a 1930's classical townhouse kitchen in New York City's Upper East Side.
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Réalisation d'une cuisine moderne dans un appartement Haussmannien

Distha Cuisines

La parfaite alliance de l'ancien et du moderne avec cette cuisine MAXIMA 2.2 de chez Cesar installée dans un appartement de type haussmannien entièrement rénové. Modèle Maxima 2.2 de chez Cesar avec façades en Fenix Noir totalement sans poignées sur l'îlot. Poignées Filo alu noir sur la partie armoires. Le plan de travail est en inox vibré de chez Barazza avec cuve inox intégrée par électrosoudure. Table de cuisson avec dispositif aspirant BORA Classic. Le mange debout est en granit Cheyenne doré finition cuir.

A hint of Sage

Adornas Kitchens & Interiors

This beautiful cream kitchen is complimented with wood effect laminate worktops, sage green and oak accents. Once very tight for space, a peninsula, dresser, coffee dock and larder have maximised all available space, whilst creating a peaceful open-plan space.

Modern classic Shaker Kitchen

Arlington Interiors

Open plan kitchen diner with a modern classic shaker kitchen in Anthracite and Limestone.
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Custom Home, Palm Harbor, FL

Homes By Southern Image

A kitchen designed for someone who loves to cook. The center island accommodates four stools. A large pantry features frosted glass sliding barn doors. Open shelving provides space for colorful accents while generous cabinet space stores everything else neatly out of sight.

Laconic apartment

Bellas Artes

Photo of a small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Valencia with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Blue Sky Thinking

Mowlem & Co

The concept for this characterful ‘Legacy’ kitchen was very much driven by the ideas of the client, Stephanie Rakowski, who envisioned an eclectic scheme that was classically-inspired yet very much of its times, and to her own tastes. Jane Stewart, multi award-winning Design Director of bespoke specialists Mowlem & Co, worked closely with Stephanie to create a space that reflected the individual nature of the family home while maintaining an air of authentic provenance and ageless elegance. The handsome proportions of the units are enhanced by fully framed doors and by hand-painted finishes in Farrow & Ball’s ‘Plummett’ for the wall cupboards and ‘Down Pipe’ for the island unit, which also offers a cantilevered breakfast bar. Large crittal windows and doors frame the ‘fourth wall’ with access to an enclosed terrace, echoed by a similar feature separating-yet-connecting the kitchen/living area from the rest of the interior. Features include fine Bianca Eclipsia marble worktops and splashbacks, with a recurring motif of glass; as framed inserts in certain wall units, decorative chandeliers and clear glass pendants, and a section of antiqued mirror awl cladding beneath the glassware cabinet. Distinctive details, such as the beautiful chrome bespoke ‘espagnolettes’ handles, enhance the traditional-yet-modern personality the scheme. This kitchen emanates a refined sophistication, yet is designed to be loved, worked in and enjoyed by the entire family as well as to welcome guests. Hence features such as a special wine storage and service ‘zone’, a cosy living area in the L-shaped section of the light filled room, and beloved family favourites in the form of a period dining set and a distressed free-standing cabinet, console table and grandfather clock. Lighting is also key to the ambience of the scheme, with a range of dimmable pendants, as well as task lighting. Appliances aptly chosen for the level of functionality demanded by this design include Sub Zero refrigeration and a Wolf range cooker - clear choices to match the impressive proportions of the furniture. A series of further appliances offer all of the latest conveniences, while a range of taps (over two separate sinks) include an extendable spray hose and a handy pot filler behind the professional style cooker.

Classic design. Timeless elegance.

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Walnut drawers with pegs for kee[ing plates in place. Classic white kitchen designed and built by Jewett Farms + Co. Functional for family life with a design that will stand the test of time. White cabinetry, soapstone perimeter counters and marble island top. Hand scraped walnut floors. Walnut drawer interiors and walnut trim on the range hood. Many interior details, check out the rest of the project photos to see them all.

Grey Kitchen with an Integrated Sink 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!