This elegant, classic painted kitchen was designed and made by Tim Wood to act as the hub of this busy family house in Kensington, London. The kitchen has many elements adding to its traditional charm, such as Shaker-style peg rails, an integrated larder unit, wall inset spice racks and a limestone floor. A richly toned iroko worktop adds warmth to the scheme, whilst honed Nero Impala granite upstands feature decorative edging and cabinet doors take on a classic style painted in Farrow & Ball's pale powder green. A decorative plasterer was even hired to install cornicing above the wall units to give the cabinetry an original feel. But despite its homely qualities, the kitchen is packed with top-spec appliances behind the cabinetry doors. There are two large fridge freezers featuring icemakers and motorised shelves that move up and down for improved access, in addition to a wine fridge with individually controlled zones for red and white wines. These are teamed with two super-quiet dishwashers that boast 30-minute quick washes, a 1000W microwave with grill, and a steam oven with various moisture settings. The steam oven provides a restaurant quality of food, as you can adjust moisture and temperature levels to achieve magnificent flavours whilst retaining most of the nutrients, including minerals and vitamins. The La Cornue oven, which is hand-made in Paris, is in brushed nickel, stainless steel and shiny black. It is one of the most amazing ovens you can buy and is used by many top Michelin rated chefs. It has domed cavity ovens for better baking results and makes a really impressive focal point too. Completing the line-up of modern technologies are a bespoke remote controlled extractor designed by Tim Wood with an external motor to minimise noise, a boiling and chilled water dispensing tap and industrial grade waste disposers on both sinks. Designed, hand built and photographed by Tim Wood

Modern Home on the Lake

Hulbert Supply

Designer: Beth Barnes
This is an example of a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Burlington with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island and beige floor.

Country Barn: Dijon Brushed Limestone Tiles

Quorn Stone

A converted country barn with beautiful use of natural materials throughout. Our Dijon limestone in a brushed finish with beige to grey tones and stunning detail.

Dartmouth Residence, Kitchen

Touch Design Group

Photo of a contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Devon with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, black appliances, limestone floors and with island.

Contemporary Kitchen in Marlow

Simon Taylor Furniture

This project is a modern high gloss kitchen in Marlow, Buckinghamshire with American black walnut inlays and Parapan® doors. We were instructed with all of the room preparation including lighting, electrics, plumbing, decoration, furniture, worktops and appliances. This kitchen has Caesarstone shitake work surfaces with a white Parapan® cabinet finish and integrated Miele Pureline appliances. All of these elements came together to produce a stunning contemporary shaker kitchen individually designed to suit our clients needs.

Contemporary Kitchen

This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, limestone floors and with island.

Cobalt Blue

Harwood Kitchens

Egg shaped raided bar section. The rest is a maple raised bar top. Notice the LED tape lighting routed into the underside of the raised wood bar top.

Newtown, near Newbury

BP Kitchens & Interiors

Mark Johnson
This is an example of an expansive transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Berkshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, multiple islands, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Indigo

Joseph Rodrigues Interiors

Photo of an expansive mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and white benchtop.

Blue Open Plan Kitchen

Tom Howley

This blue open plan kitchen features a bespoke Tom Howley island. It’s the perfect spot for preparing an evening meal, whilst taking in the views of your idyllic garden. The innovative induction hob technology and integrated cooktop extractor means that you will find cooking has never been more intuitive. The contrasting tones of our relaxed blue, Azurite and pure white, Sorrel create a stylish and well-balanced space that’s subtly discerning.

Blairsden Kitchen 9

Canterbury Design Kitchen Interiors

Subzero refrigerator keeps vegetables crisp.
Photo of a large traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in New York with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances and limestone floors.

The Farm - Form 2 / Planskåret eg + Form 2 / Grå Fenix

Multiform

Large scandinavian kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, grey floor and exposed beam.

Country Home Remodel

Jarrett Design

Jarrett Design is grateful for repeat clients, especially when they have impeccable taste. In this case, we started with their guest bath. An antique-inspired, hand-pegged vanity from our Nest collection, in hand-planed quarter-sawn cherry with metal capped feet, sets the tone. Calcutta Gold marble warms the room while being complimented by a white marble top and traditional backsplash. Polished nickel fixtures, lighting, and hardware selected by the client add elegance. A special bathroom for special guests. Next on the list were the laundry area, bar and fireplace. The laundry area greets those who enter through the casual back foyer of the home. It also backs up to the kitchen and breakfast nook. The clients wanted this area to be as beautiful as the other areas of the home and the visible washer and dryer were detracting from their vision. They also were hoping to allow this area to serve double duty as a buffet when they were entertaining. So, the decision was made to hide the washer and dryer with pocket doors. The new cabinetry had to match the existing wall cabinets in style and finish, which is no small task. Our Nest artist came to the rescue. A five-piece soapstone sink and distressed counter top complete the space with a nod to the past. Our clients wished to add a beverage refrigerator to the existing bar. The wall cabinets were kept in place again. Inspired by a beloved antique corner cupboard also in this sitting room, we decided to use stained cabinetry for the base and refrigerator panel. Soapstone was used for the top and new fireplace surround, bringing continuity from the nearby back foyer. Last, but definitely not least, the kitchen, banquette and powder room were addressed. The clients removed a glass door in lieu of a wide window to create a cozy breakfast nook featuring a Nest banquette base and table. Brackets for the bench were designed in keeping with the traditional details of the home. A handy drawer was incorporated. The double vase pedestal table with breadboard ends seats six comfortably. The powder room was updated with another antique reproduction vanity and beautiful vessel sink. While the kitchen was beautifully done, it was showing its age and functional improvements were desired. This room, like the laundry room, was a project that included existing cabinetry mixed with matching new cabinetry. Precision was necessary. For better function and flow, the cooking surface was relocated from the island to the side wall. Instead of a cooktop with separate wall ovens, the clients opted for a pro style range. These design changes not only make prepping and cooking in the space much more enjoyable, but also allow for a wood hood flanked by bracketed glass cabinets to act a gorgeous focal point. Other changes included removing a small desk in lieu of a dresser style counter height base cabinet. This provided improved counter space and storage. The new island gave better storage, uninterrupted counter space and a perch for the cook or company. Calacatta Gold quartz tops are complimented by a natural limestone floor. A classic apron sink and faucet along with thoughtful cabinetry details are the icing on the cake. Don’t miss the clients’ fabulous collection of serving and display pieces! We told you they have impeccable taste!

L' antica canonica del curato ristrutturata tra le colline del Chianti

adriano pecchio photographer

Fotografia di © Adriano Pecchio Progetto Arkystudio architetto Sante Bonitatibus
Design ideas for a modern kitchen in Milan with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, stainless steel benchtops and limestone floors.

Country House Project

Bayswater Interiors

A glazed extension created a large kitchen with space for dining. Dining table from Tom Faulkner with statement light above. Classic kitchen cabinetry from Tom Howley.

Stainless steel worktop

Artichoke

This urban rustic bespoke kitchen is fitted into a new build extension of a Cotswold barn. The furniture fits up against the old outside wall of the original barn. The work surface either side of the Aga is made from 5mm solid stainless steel and the up stand slots into a groove which we cut into the rubble wall. The facades of the furniture is made from constructional oak panels which are heavily distressed and antiqued. The island furniture is made from planked timber and painted. Primary materials: Distressed oak, stainless steel, painted tulipwood planking and Calacatta Oro marble.

Milano Rockefeller, New Construction in Panama City Beach, FL

Marquis Fine Cabinetry

Project Number: M1197 Design/Manufacturer/Installer: Marquis Fine Cabinetry Collection: Milano Finish: Rockefeller Features: Tandem Metal Drawer Box (Standard), Adjustable Legs/Soft Close (Standard), Stainless Steel Toe-Kick Cabinet/Drawer Extra Options: Touch Latch, Custom Appliance Panels, Floating Shelves, Tip-Ups

Fraser James Bespoke Handmade Furniture

Paul Matthews Photography

Traditional open plan kitchen in West Midlands with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Lincoln Park Residence

Eva Quateman Interiors

Gorgeous white kitchen with stainless steel appliances and elegantly detailed cabinets. Werner Straube Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional eat-in kitchen in Chicago with with island, beige floor, a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, limestone floors, black benchtop and coffered.

St Cadoc Road

Hygge and Cwtch Design Studio

Mid-sized scandinavian open plan kitchen in Cardiff with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Grey Kitchen with Limestone 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!