Alejandro Nuñez
Inspiration for a small beach style l-shaped kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, travertine floors and no island.

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Gallery Interiors and Rockford Kitchen Design

Designed by Gallery Interiors/Rockford Kitchen Design, Rockford, MI
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Grand Rapids with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Centennial Dr, Burlington

Absolute Staging

Mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Konidaris Kitchen

Jim Spence Design

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orlando with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, metallic splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and limestone benchtops.

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ATELIER SOO

Small transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Fragrant Hills

Blake Civiello Architecture

This kitchen features a large island in middle of L shaped kitchen. Custom elm cabinets with white upper and exposed elm lower cabinets. Designed by Blake Civiello

Rosedale Residence - Kitchen

Yorkville Design Centre

All mill-work is designed, provided and installed by Yorkville Design Centre
Contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Toronto with terra-cotta splashback, recessed-panel cabinets, white splashback, white cabinets, a double-bowl sink, limestone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and multiple islands.

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Contemporary eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, ceramic floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Farm Lane

Dcasa Ltd

Design ideas for a large contemporary eat-in kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, beige cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances and with island.

Wakefield

Avan Construction Inc.

This is an example of a large mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and white floor.

Sycamore St, Caulfield South

M.J.Harris Group

This Caulfield South kitchen features a Calacatta Caesarstone benchtop and French Oak flooring. Paired with a gloss-white tiled splashback and brushed brass fixtures, this kitchen embodies elegance and style. The generous sized island bench is the anchor point of the free flowing kitchen. The joinery details were designed and skilfully crafted to match the existing architecture on the hallways doors, paying homage to the grandeur of the home. With multiple access points, the kitchen seamlessly connects with an open living space, creating an entertaining hub at the heart of the home.

Jackson Design

Ashlee Jones Homes

J Create
Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cairns with a double-bowl sink, beige cabinets, limestone benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Howard Road Kitchen Renovation

August & Co Design

A kitchen with a view! This is a traditional kitchen with a modern twist. With the mix of a paneled and plain doorstyle, handles and handle-less, the kitchen had a nod to its period style with clean modern lines. Nestled into the rear of the open plan living area, the kitchen is part of the main living while still having a divide to keep the workings out of sight. The kitchen uses subtle tonal changes and texture in the tiles to add layers without over complicating the space.

Haas Signature Kitchen

Trinity Kitchen, Bath, and Lighting

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

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Simply Stunning Spaces

Contemporary home in Carmel Valley is looking Simply Stunning after this complete remodeling project. Using a sure-fire combination of neutral toned paint colors, grey wood floors and white cabinets we personalized the space by adding a pop of color in accessories, re-using sentimental art pieces and finishing it off with a little sparkle from elegant light fixtures and reflective materials. www.insatndreamhome.com

Surry - James River

Tracy deShazo Interiors

Aware of the financial investment clients put into their homes, I combine my business and design expertise while working with each client to understand their taste, enhance their style and create spaces they will enjoy for years to come. It’s been said that I have a “good” eye. I won’t discount that statement and I’d add I have an affinity to people, places and things that tell a story. My clients benefit from my passion and ability to turn their homes into finely curated spaces through the use of beautiful textiles, amazing lighting and furniture pieces that are as timeless as they are wonderfully unique. I enjoy the creative process and work with people who are building their dream homes, remodeling existing homes or desire a fresh take on a well lived-in space. I see the client–designer relationship as a partnership with a desire to deliver an end result that exceeds my client’s expectations. I approach each project with professionalism, unparalleled excitement and a commitment for designing homes that are as livable as they are beautiful.

Elkins Park

The Selection Center

Efficient storage space is always crucial in old homes. It helps to keep the rest of your kitchen tidy. We transformed half of a unused enclosed porch to a beautiful butler's pantry.

Carnegie Hill Park Avenue Apartment

Gail Green Interiors

The kitchen's color palette is a careful blend of warm and cool colors, smooth and rough textures, old an new things. Luminous stainless steel cabinets are offset by tumbled marble flooring and backsplash tiles in warm each tones of sienna, ivory and straw. Monochromatic limestone countertops are complemented by the swirling pattern of the ash burl topped dining table. State of the art kitchen equipment abound. It is an ideal place for this Carnegie Hill family of four to relax. The kitchen area has a simple layout with the handy working triangle design between range, refrigerator, and sink. There is ample counter space and plenty of storage including tall utility and pantry cabinets. The stainless steel cabinet surfaces are easy to maintain, and the limestone counters have been sealed to resist stains.

Petra

Marazzi Design

Petra Limestone base and wall unit doors Light Oak Tall Units finish 45 degree groove integrated in the worktop 45 degree cut edge doors
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, limestone benchtops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

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W.C. Meek Design and Construction Ltd.

Large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors and with island.

Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and Limestone Benchtops 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.

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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!