Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, pink cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, yellow floor and yellow benchtop.

Columbia Victorian

Bellingham Bay Builders

After many years of careful consideration and planning, these clients came to us with the goal of restoring this home’s original Victorian charm while also increasing its livability and efficiency. From preserving the original built-in cabinetry and fir flooring, to adding a new dormer for the contemporary master bathroom, careful measures were taken to strike this balance between historic preservation and modern upgrading. Behind the home’s new exterior claddings, meticulously designed to preserve its Victorian aesthetic, the shell was air sealed and fitted with a vented rainscreen to increase energy efficiency and durability. With careful attention paid to the relationship between natural light and finished surfaces, the once dark kitchen was re-imagined into a cheerful space that welcomes morning conversation shared over pots of coffee. Every inch of this historical home was thoughtfully considered, prompting countless shared discussions between the home owners and ourselves. The stunning result is a testament to their clear vision and the collaborative nature of this project. Photography by Radley Muller Photography Design by Deborah Todd Building Design Services

Rustic Hickory Edge Grain Butcher Block

Hardwood Lumber Company

"We love our butcher block island top! It is a stunning visual centerpiece in the kitchen, where we have a big island and wanted something with warmth and practicality. Went with rustic hickory for its hardness of the interesting look of the wood, finished with Acrylic Polyurethane in semi-gloss. For extra support we used Countertop Island Support from Centerline Brackets and had our cabinet builder notch them right into the cabinets. Working with Hardwood Lumber by email and occasional phone was easy - thanks Martha Mae!" John from California

Summer House photography for Miles Negus- Fancy Design

Nick Carter Photo

Nick Carter Photographer I shot the Summer House for decorative artist Miles Negus Fancy design. In 2010, Miles became an Industry Partner for the British Institute of Interior Design serving as one of 4 accredited muralists. In 2012, Miles travelled to Japan to work with several shikkui plasterers under the guiding hand of Nobuyoshi Yukihira san, president of the Shikkui Association and Tagawa Sangyo, Japan's leading manufacturer of shikkui lime plaster. Miles is one of the few UK based, japanese trained practioners of shikkui polished plaster, he is an approved applicator.

Mayfair

Alan O'Rourke Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, yellow floor and brown benchtop.

Bold and Blue Kitchen Island Design with Beadboard Cabinet Doors

Dura Supreme Cabinetry

Diana Wiesner of Lampert Lumber in Chetek, WI worked with her client and Dura Supreme to create this custom teal blue paint color for their new kitchen. They wanted a contemporary cottage styled kitchen with blue cabinets to contrast their love of blue, red, and yellow. The homeowners can now come home to a stunning teal (aqua) blue kitchen that grabs center stage in this contemporary home with cottage details. Bria Cabinetry by Dura Supreme with an affordable Personal Paint Match finish to "Calypso" SW 6950 in the Craftsman Beaded Panel door style. This kitchen was featured in HGTV Magazine summer of 2014 in the Kitchen Chronicles. Here's a quote from the designer's interview that was featured in the issue. "Every time you enter this kitchen, it's like walking into a Caribbean vacation. It's upbeat and tropical, and it can be paired with equally vivid reds and greens. I was worried the homeowners might get blue fatigue, and it's definitely a gutsy choice for a rural Wisconsin home. But winters on their farm are brutal, and this color is a reminder that summer comes again." - Diana Wiesner, Lampert Lumber, Chetek, WI Request a FREE Dura Supreme Brochure: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure

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Photo of a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island and yellow floor.

Austin Traditionally Ecclectic

Kim Armstrong

this hill country farmhouse inspired with a traditional twist was designed by Kim Armstrong. the reclaimed wood countertops are floor joists that were salvaged from the Pearl brewing company.

Bellevue Ave Industrial Modern

JTA Design- planning- permits -drafting

This is an example of a mid-sized industrial galley kitchen pantry in Calgary with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, yellow floor, white benchtop and wood.

industrial barcelona look

At Home with Hostmaker - Spain

This is an example of a small mediterranean eat-in kitchen in Barcelona with flat-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances and yellow floor.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Anthony Dinova PA

diagonal view of kitchen looking in from living room. Features white beveled subway tile(delorean Gray Grout) White Shaker Cabinets, Butcherblock counter tops

HOXTON APARTMENT

The House Of Artists

We advised, supplied and fitted a Ben Allen limited edition wall covering to the client who wanted to create a feature wall that compliments the modern and classic interior of this space.

Turney Road

West & Reid Ltd

Photo of a contemporary single-wall kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and yellow floor.

Modern Farm House Kitchen

Bingham Lumber, Inc

Beautiful Pine flooring coupled with the rustic surface on the reclaimed wood island top.
Photo of a country l-shaped kitchen in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, light hardwood floors and yellow floor.

Evergreen

The Glade Design

Mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, yellow floor and brown benchtop.

industrial barcelona look

At Home with Hostmaker - Spain

Inspiration for a small mediterranean eat-in kitchen in Barcelona with flat-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances and yellow floor.

Mount Claremont

ecocabinets

Creating this light, open inviting kitchen required a complete overhaul of the dark and enclosed feeling original space. we removed walls, bulkheads, added new walls to achieve an open area which nonetheless has a large walk-in pantry behind the oven/fridge. Beth likes Bali style interiors which we took as a cue for the colour/material/ finish choices. Solid tasmanian timber island bench top and floating shelving, sealed in Kunos from Livos gives a warm honey stain finish which is completely plant based. Chalk finish boards coupled with absolute matt cabinetry complements well. We also organised new floors where required (note the colour difference) which since has been all sanded back and "invisible" finished. to keep the vista unencumbered we also installed a recessed cassette range hood

The Shipwreck

Unique Homestays

Unique Home Stays
Inspiration for a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cornwall with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, painted wood floors, yellow floor and beige benchtop.

Mayfair

Alan O'Rourke Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, yellow floor and brown benchtop.

Hard Maple Edge Grain Butcher Block Countertop

Hardwood Lumber Company

"My countertop arrived in perfect condition. Before shipping I asked for if one foot could be cut off and both pieces shipped, and the staff was very workable. I am grateful for the excellent service!" Jason

Kitchen with Wood Benchtops and Yellow Floor 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!