Bob Greenspan Photography
This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Kansas City with a double-bowl sink, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and recessed-panel cabinets.

Modern Unity- a Traditional/Craftsman style Home

Designers Point

In the butler pantry the homeowner put a tall double oven cabinet, there is plenty of counter space for doing prep work or growing herbs. Photos by Thomas Miller

Traditional Kitchen

Design ideas for a traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with granite benchtops, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown splashback, porcelain splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Big Bear Den

Veritas Fine Homes Inc

Photo of a country kitchen in Denver with a single-bowl sink, dark wood cabinets, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and shaker cabinets.

Maison F&L - Vue Cuisine

ICØS Architecture

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Montpellier with white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey floor, a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, brown splashback, timber splashback, no island and brown benchtop.

Jacob-Grace

R.W. Jones Construction, Inc.

Photo of a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orlando with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Acrylic - European Laminate Modern Kitchen

Eastside Design & Build Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown splashback, an undermount sink, stainless steel appliances and ceramic floors.

AV6000 - Matt lacquer door

Hacker Kitchens Calgary

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Calgary with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white floor and brown benchtop.

nx870 Fenix mokkabraun feinmatt AFP / Nussbaum natur

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Die Küche als Spiel der Kontraste. Die wohnlich-natürliche Ausstrahlung des Nussbaum-Furniers korrespondiert bestens mit der eleganten Optik des matten High-Tech-Materials Fenix und der beleuchteten Nische in fein-gemasertem Travertindekor. Die deckenhohe Ausführung der Zeile mit extratiefen 56 cm Oberschränken bietet reichlich Stauraum. Aufgegriffen wird das Nussbaumfurnier ebenfalls in dem offenen Wangenregal, das für eine harmonische Verbindung zwischen Küche und Wohnbereich sorgt. Als minimalistischer Kontrast fungiert der Küchenblock aus Fenix in Single Line Optik. Für eine noch gleichmäßigere Frontoptik, beschränkt sich diese Ausführung auf ein horizontales Griffmuldenprofil unter der Arbeitsplatte, über das der erste Schubkasten oder Auszug geöffnet wird. Die darunterliegenden Schubkästen/Auszüge werden mithilfe des mechanischen Schub-/Zug-Öffnungssystem TIP-ON geöffnet. The kitchen as a play of contrasts. The homely and elegant radiation of the veneer in natural walnut-merges perfectly with the elegant look of the matt High-Tech material Fenix and the illuminated recess in finely grained travertine decor. The ceiling-to-floor look of the kitchen block with extra-deep 56 cm wall units ensures lots pf storage space. The walnut veneer is also echoed by the open suport panel shelf which creates an harmonious connection between the kitchen and the living area. The kitchen block made from Fenix with its single line optic serves as a minimalist contrast. In order to ensure a more regular front view, this design features an horizontal grip ledge profile under the worktop used for the opening of the first pull-out or drawer. The drawers and pull-outs underneath open with the mechanical opening system TIP-ON.

Transitional Mixed Media Kitchen Remodel

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Mike Kaskel
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, brown floor, brown benchtop, timber splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Custom Kitchen & Baths

Seaside Kitchens & Baths Inc.

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, brown splashback, mosaic tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, stainless steel appliances and marble benchtops.

Washington D.C. Dream Kitchen

Inspired Interiors

Inspiration for a modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and slate floors.

Cocina Coeco 11

Grupo Coeco

Arquitecto Arancha Riestra
Contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Madrid with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Midtown Modern Glam, Round Two- New Build

The Iconic Space

High gloss white cabinets with gray and white granite counters keep the kitchen sleek and modern. To add warmth and character we selected a wood herringbone backsplash and a Persian rug from the 1930s. daubmanphotography@cox.net

Küche Countrystyle

Schreinerei Wagner

Large country l-shaped separate kitchen in Nuremberg with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, coloured appliances, vinyl floors, no island, grey floor, brown benchtop and wallpaper.

Maison G Moliere

Olivier Chabaud Architecte - Paris & Luberon

Olivier Chabaud
This is an example of a country single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, brown splashback, mosaic tile splashback, laminate floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and recessed.

Вид на кухонную зону.

ANDdesign / Александра Дашкевич

Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, terra-cotta splashback, ceramic floors, no island, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop, raised-panel cabinets, brown splashback and black appliances.

Contemporary Kitchen

Design ideas for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in West Midlands with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, brown splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Wills Cresent 2

Bella Vista Custom Homes, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized victorian kitchen in Austin with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, subway tile splashback, ceramic floors and with island.

Compact San Francisco Condo - Designed By Marielle Lopez

Brass Key Interiors

Treve Johnson
Small contemporary galley kitchen pantry in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Grey Kitchen with Brown Splashback 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!