Large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop, a double-bowl sink, solid surface benchtops and grey splashback.

Brunswick West House

Taylor Knights

Tom Blachford
Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island and green floor.

SoHo District Townhome-Tampa, FL

Debra Ackerbloom, Inc.

Large modern single-wall kitchen pantry in Tampa with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

Elwood Apartment

User

Photo of a small industrial u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Modern Kitchen

Diane Burcz Interior Design

Shelly Harrison Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, concrete floors, a double-bowl sink, white splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and beige floor.

Hayes Road

Vibe Design Group

Kitchen, dining and family ‘rooms’ sit within one open-plan expanse. Along one wall Vibe plays a trick with scale. What appears as one vast plane of walnut veneer, opens out to conceal a plethora of storage, a powder room, laundry and butler’s pantry. A great many things concealed by one single material and form. A part-recessed hearth and kitchen bench only serve to increase the luxurious impression of space. Photos by Robert Hamer

Orange House

NR Design Co

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Ames Lake

LEICHT SEATTLE

The Kitchen is the highlight of the large living space. It allows a variety of cooking, entertainment, dining, and leisure wit an indoor-outdoor orientation in one space. The long counter below large windows, large drawers finished with glossy white laminate doors (SIRIUS line in Frosty White) and a color matching ‘handle-less’ c-channel provides clean lines and good ergonomics. The large pullout drawers can carry up to 155 pounds, has internal drawers, and have internal LED lighting and a set of wood inserts accessories by LEICHT. The open pantry provides additional storage with uppers unit with dramatic smokey tinted glass uppers with internal LED lights, for a bar and glass storage. The tall 10’ high wall of storage in carbon gray super matte lacquer (BONDI line) provides a strong contrast to the white glossy lower units, ample household, and pantry storage, as well as hosting the fridge and oven appliances. Unique patterned corner open shelved unit on the left profile for presentation space and add lightne3ss tot he massive floor-to-ceiling volume. Counters are durable Dekton materials. The photos also feature a red Tagine pot from EMILE HENRY and copper pots by MAUVIEL.

Bora Developments - Kiama

Krauss Kitchens

The Evoke Company
Mid-sized contemporary galley kitchen in Wollongong with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Cleveland Kitchen

Michael Christopher Design

Tony Dailo
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Brisbane with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, mirror splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, white benchtop, black cabinets and grey floor.

Miner's Cottage I

Design Storey

design storey architects
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and a peninsula.

Topos Concrete

LeichtUSA

Concrete has character. Familiar as a rough surface outdoors, it is a fascinating feature for interiors thanks to its unique, authentic appearance. LEICHT uses the material with its pleasant structure and vital-looking surface to advantage in Concrete and, in combination with glass and wood, has created elegant kitchen architecture. Enjoy the new kitchen island with integrated table. TECHNICAL DATA AND FITTINGS Range 1 CONCRETE FB192 Brasillia, FB188 Dakar Range 2 TOPOS | H 312 walnut Handle 640.405 Metal bow handle Worktop 005 Glass Interior fitments Q-Box Appliances Gaggenau Leicht USA

Modern Loft Kitchen

Croma Design Inc.

Airy, light and bright were the mandates for this modern loft kitchen, as featured in Style At Home magazine, and toured on Cityline. Texture is brought in through the concrete floors, the brick exterior walls, and the main focal point of the full height stone tile backsplash. Mark Burstyn Photography

Brighton: Renovation & Extension

First Avenue Homes

Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, black cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Japandi Home

SDA Architects

After the second fallout of the Delta Variant amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic in mid 2021, our team working from home, and our client in quarantine, SDA Architects conceived Japandi Home. The initial brief for the renovation of this pool house was for its interior to have an "immediate sense of serenity" that roused the feeling of being peaceful. Influenced by loneliness and angst during quarantine, SDA Architects explored themes of escapism and empathy which led to a “Japandi” style concept design – the nexus between “Scandinavian functionality” and “Japanese rustic minimalism” to invoke feelings of “art, nature and simplicity.” This merging of styles forms the perfect amalgamation of both function and form, centred on clean lines, bright spaces and light colours. Grounded by its emotional weight, poetic lyricism, and relaxed atmosphere; Japandi Home aesthetics focus on simplicity, natural elements, and comfort; minimalism that is both aesthetically pleasing yet highly functional. Japandi Home places special emphasis on sustainability through use of raw furnishings and a rejection of the one-time-use culture we have embraced for numerous decades. A plethora of natural materials, muted colours, clean lines and minimal, yet-well-curated furnishings have been employed to showcase beautiful craftsmanship – quality handmade pieces over quantitative throwaway items. A neutral colour palette compliments the soft and hard furnishings within, allowing the timeless pieces to breath and speak for themselves. These calming, tranquil and peaceful colours have been chosen so when accent colours are incorporated, they are done so in a meaningful yet subtle way. Japandi home isn’t sparse – it’s intentional. The integrated storage throughout – from the kitchen, to dining buffet, linen cupboard, window seat, entertainment unit, bed ensemble and walk-in wardrobe are key to reducing clutter and maintaining the zen-like sense of calm created by these clean lines and open spaces. The Scandinavian concept of “hygge” refers to the idea that ones home is your cosy sanctuary. Similarly, this ideology has been fused with the Japanese notion of “wabi-sabi”; the idea that there is beauty in imperfection. Hence, the marriage of these design styles is both founded on minimalism and comfort; easy-going yet sophisticated. Conversely, whilst Japanese styles can be considered “sleek” and Scandinavian, “rustic”, the richness of the Japanese neutral colour palette aids in preventing the stark, crisp palette of Scandinavian styles from feeling cold and clinical. Japandi Home’s introspective essence can ultimately be considered quite timely for the pandemic and was the quintessential lockdown project our team needed.

2017 BONDI VALAISki

Leicht Westchester-Greenwich

Photo of a large modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Loretta Residence

John Donkin Architect Inc.

Doublespace Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Ottawa with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown splashback, concrete floors, wood benchtops, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Small Apartment

Seryjny Projektant

paulina kochanowicz
This is an example of a small modern eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, cement tile splashback and concrete floors.

North Loop

Regarding Design

The juxtaposition of soft texture and feminine details against hard metal and concrete finishes. Elements of floral wallpaper, paper lanterns, and abstract art blend together to create a sense of warmth. Soaring ceilings are anchored by thoughtfully curated and well placed furniture pieces. The perfect home for two.

Contemporary Kitchen

Contemporary galley eat-in kitchen with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and Concrete 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!