Photo of a transitional galley kitchen in Brisbane with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Coburg Frieze

Mihaly Slocombe

Coburg Frieze is a purified design that questions what’s really needed. The interwar property was transformed into a long-term family home that celebrates lifestyle and connection to the owners’ much-loved garden. Prioritising quality over quantity, the crafted extension adds just 25sqm of meticulously considered space to our clients’ home, honouring Dieter Rams’ enduring philosophy of “less, but better”. We reprogrammed the original floorplan to marry each room with its best functional match – allowing an enhanced flow of the home, while liberating budget for the extension’s shared spaces. Though modestly proportioned, the new communal areas are smoothly functional, rich in materiality, and tailored to our clients’ passions. Shielding the house’s rear from harsh western sun, a covered deck creates a protected threshold space to encourage outdoor play and interaction with the garden. This charming home is big on the little things; creating considered spaces that have a positive effect on daily life.

Vivienda campestre Familia M & S - C - 4 B del S

Jairo A. Rodriguez O.

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, granite splashback, coloured appliances, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Quail West 2

Kunstlerstone dba Coastal Stone

Traditional u-shaped kitchen in Other with quartzite benchtops, travertine floors, a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, panelled appliances, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Arberoue

Marion Naffrechoux Architecture

Johann Garcia
This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped kitchen in Bordeaux with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor, beige benchtop and a double-bowl sink.

Randolph Traditional Kitchen

Creative K&B LLC.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, beige benchtop and granite benchtops.

Maison de campagne au nord de la Nièvre

Stéphane Polowy Architecte d'intérieur

Table chinée et revernie; chaises scandinaves vintage de Nässjö; mobiliers de cuisine Ikea Savedal; plans de travail en chêne massif; vaisselier de Tikamoon; suspensions Dokka et et House Doctor.

Make it or Move Home Remodel in Denver, PA

ALL Renovation & Design LLC

The Deistel’s had an ultimatum: either completely renovate their home exactly the way they wanted it and stay forever – or move. Like most homes built in that era, the kitchen was semi-dysfunctional. The pantry and appliance placement were inconvenient. The layout of the rooms was not comfortable and did not fit their lifestyle. Before making a decision about moving, they called Amos at ALL Renovation & Design to create a remodeling plan. Amos guided them through two basic questions: “What would their ideal home look like?” And then: “What would it take to make it happen?” To help with the first question, Amos brought in Ambience by Adair as the interior designer for the project. Amos and Adair presented a design that, if acted upon, would transform their entire first floor into their dream space. The plan included a completely new kitchen with an efficient layout. The style of the dining room would change to match the décor of antique family heirlooms which they hoped to finally enjoy. Elegant crown molding would give the office a face-lift. And to cut down cost, they would keep the existing hardwood floors. Amos and Adair presented a clear picture of what it would take to transform the space into a comfortable, functional living area, within the Deistel’s reasonable budget. That way, they could make an informed decision about investing in their current property versus moving. The Deistel’s decided to move ahead with the remodel. The ALL Renovation & Design team got right to work. Gutting the kitchen came first. Then came new painted maple cabinets with glazed cove panels, complemented by the new Arley Bliss Element glass tile backsplash. Armstrong Alterna Mesa engineered stone tiles transformed the kitchen floor. The carpenters creatively painted and trimmed the wainscoting in the dining room to give a flat-panel appearance, matching the style of the heirloom furniture. The end result is a beautiful living space, with a cohesive scheme, that is both restful and practical.

Mediterranean Classic

Classic Home Building-Myrtle Beach

Inspiration for a mediterranean kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Skye in Palm Springs, California

Woodbridge Pacific Group

Residence 2 at Skye Palm Springs
Design ideas for a midcentury open plan kitchen in Orange County with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchens

Lara Wallcoverings

Refacing of cabinetry, doors and drawers, white kitchen
This is an example of a small beach style u-shaped separate kitchen in Dallas with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Crystal Cabinets

Katy Kitchen & Bath

This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Teri Turan

Turan Designs, Inc.

White Kitchen with appliance garage
Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a double-bowl sink, granite benchtops, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Symphony on the Hill

Vela Interior Design

Modern kitchen with rift-cut white oak cabinetry and a natural stone island.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary kitchen in Minneapolis with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Transitional Kitchen

Riverwood Homes of Colorado

Transitional kitchen with beautiful wood cabinets with natural finish, dark brown and black accents, brick backsplash, double stoves, large fridge, gas stovetop, two sinks, and stunning views

Cherry Wood

Packard Cabinetry of North Carolina

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charlotte with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Upgraded Traditional Kitchen Renovation In Purcellville, Virginia

Shenandoah Kitchen & Home

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Birch Plywood and Laminate Kitchen in 1930's Remodelled House

Birkwood

David Brown Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets, a peninsula, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Sellwood

Vista Homes NW

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop, a double-bowl sink and beige splashback.

Loft au style industriel

Créateurs d'Intérieur

Matthis Mouchot
Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial single-wall eat-in kitchen in Paris with wood benchtops, with island, beige benchtop, a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances and brown floor.

Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and Beige Benchtop 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!