Photo of a large traditional galley open plan kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, black floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchens

Lara Wallcoverings

Custom cabinetry with glass doors, stainless steel hardware, mosaic backsplash and marble countertop
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Dallas with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

Northside

Joel Kelly Design

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Atlanta with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, black floor and grey benchtop.

Custom Home

Gaetano Hardwood Floors, Inc.

Engineered 4, 5, 7" Wire Brushed White Oak with a Custom Stain & Finish.
Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Orange County with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, marble splashback and black floor.

Rosanna Property Presentation

Larkspur Lane Design

Betty Sue, the 1956 New World cooker has pride of place in this retro-renovation. the inset shelving area was once a doorway to formal living room.
Photo of a mid-sized separate kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, blue cabinets, laminate benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, linoleum floors, with island, black floor and red benchtop.

Slate Grey and Elm Kitchen

Palazzo Kitchens & Bathrooms

Explore this stunning open plan kitchen project. The furniture is from our increasingly popular Pronorm Y-line handleless range and the slate grey door fronts are in a lacquered laminate finish which work perfectly with the Elm feature panels. The worktop is by Silestone; the world's leading producer of quartz surfaces who have designed the most stain resistant and scratch resistance surface available on the market. We chose 12mm thickness to continue the sleek look of the handleless furniture. To create the breakfast bar worktop we used 50mm laminate material in the Elm colour which goes into the island and creates a open shelf unit for storage and display. The Elm material was also used to break up the run of wall units to create some open niche boxes for displaying items and adding some personal touches to the kitchen.

Yorkville Modern Condo

Douglas Design Studio

Yorkville Modern Condo kitchen
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

Reforma parcial - Black & White

ESTUDI A L'ÀTIC. Benvinguts al Slow Design!

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Barcelona with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, black floor and black benchtop.

SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION-Ascot Vale

Joncol Building Services

Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, black floor, white benchtop and flat-panel cabinets.

Rénovation totale d'un appartement Haussmannien

Atelier B2

©JEM Photographe
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, black floor and brown benchtop.

ЖК Мечта студия 2

Александра Никулина

Photo of a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, black splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and black floor.

Modern Cedar Kitchen

Julia Russell Designs

Natural untreated cedar kithcen with glazed brick floor, contemporary furniture and modern artwork.
Mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Omaha with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, black floor and grey benchtop.

Hillcrest Residence

Inchoate Architecture, LLC

Designed by Stephanie Ericson, Inchoate Architecture Photos by Corinne Cobabe
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula and black floor.

Tree House - Kitchen

Caroline Touzeau Design

This is an example of a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

Monochrome Glamour in Canterbury

Let's Talk Kitchens & Interiors

This stylish kitchen and walk-in pantry sit within a beautiful Federation home built in 1912 in Melbourne's leafy east. The homeowner's had a great vision for this space and some structural work, removing walls and moving doorways, was required to modernised the home's footprint to suit today's living. This kitchen while very contemporary sits in harmony with the period features of the home such as the ornate cornices, archways and brickwork. We love the striking monochromatic colour scheme of black and white and the touches of glamour that elevate this space like the Qasair rangehoods, Sub-Zero Wolf appliances and the beautiful marble benchtops. Photography By: Tim Turner

Saxonvale 40 at Warnervale N.S.W.

McDonald Jones Homes

The Groumet Kitchen is a home chef's dream with large Island Bench, long run benchtop with a generous Walk-In Pantry or the ultimate in Kitchen luxury a Butler's Pantry! The positioning of the Gourmet Kitchen is central to the home - making meal times a breeze for active families always on the go.

Accessible Ceramic Kitchen Project

Richard Miles Design

We have completed a breathtaking project for some previous clients in their new-build home. This stunning kitchen and utility uses Mereway’s Q-Line range in ‘Pietra Ceramica’ and ‘Grafite Ceramica’. We matched the worktops using Laminam’s ‘Pietra di Savoia Antracite Bocciardata’ and ‘Pietra di Savoia Grigia Bocciardata’ to create a stunning, industrial finish. The ceramic itself has the most beautiful, dramatic and interesting finish due to its unique texture and colour. A key design feature was having the tall bank of units in the darker tone, and island in the lighter tone in order to create more contrast and highlight the beauty of the materials. Sleek, black plinths create a ‘floating’ illusion, adding interest to the overall space. Our design brief for this project was to create a contemporary, hybrid space that harmoniously balanced their day to day life with their social life. Plenty of storage space, a large island, drinks area and a matching utility were core factors of the brief with a primary focus on accessibility as one of our clients is a wheelchair user. Being able to have a kitchen to prepare meals in as a couple was an important factor in the overall design of the kitchen, which is why the recess in the kitchen island is a core feature. The kitchen table is a thing of beauty in itself, thoughtful design resulted in the table being adjoined to the island. The wood used by Spekva is a stunning feature that stands out so well on its own, and creates a natural warmth, so a simple design for the legs was paramount. Our focus here was on the attention to detail of the legs, which we had specially crafted in order to match the grip ledges of the tall bank of units. This element of the design was crucial to ensuring continuity between the island and table, yet give the design another dimension and another beautiful feature. Creating a drinks area adds to the social element of the brief. Therefore, on the opposite side of the island, we installed a bar area which includes a wine cooler and built-under fridge for soft drinks and beer. The utility room stays very much in the same direction, which is something we felt important as the utility room can be seen from the kitchen/dining area. Instead of fitting units in the luxurious ceramic, we opted to have units in a competitively priced concrete-effect laminate. This finish fits perfectly into the overall design and is extremely practical for a utility room. The space is kitted out with integrated laundry equipment, a sink and tap and additional storage.

Best Appliance Finishes for your Kitchen

User

Here is another rich color perfect for many types of kitchens. This style is a beautiful combination of light and dark.
Photo of a contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances, a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, metallic splashback, ceramic floors, black floor and beige benchtop.

Tarragindi House

zuzana&nicholas architects

Photography by Toby Scott
Photo of a small contemporary galley open plan kitchen with a double-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island and black floor.

Industrial Modern Home Transformation

Ranieri Construction LLC

Mid-sized industrial l-shaped separate kitchen in Las Vegas with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, black floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and Black 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!