Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial l-shaped open plan kitchen in Moscow with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, with island, black benchtop, exposed beam, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

1930's House Renovation - Bear Flat, Bath

Lacey Architecture

This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

American Spirit

Faure Halvorsen Architects

Photo of a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, timber splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, blue benchtop and wood.

BLUE ISLAND KITCHEN

StoneUnlimited Kitchen and Bath Remodeling

When designing this beautiful kitchen, we knew that our client’s favorite color was blue. Upon entering the home, it was easy to see that great care had been taken to incorporate the color blue throughout. So, when our Designer Sherry knew that our client wanted an island, she jumped at the opportunity to add a pop of color to their kitchen. Having a kitchen island can be a great opportunity to showcase an accent color that you love or serve as a way to showcase your style and personality. Our client chose a bold saturated blue which draws the eye into the kitchen. Shadow Storm Marble countertops, 3x6 Bianco Polished Marble backsplash and Waypoint Painted Linen floor to ceiling cabinets brighten up the space and add contrast. Arabescato Carrara Herringbone Marble was used to add a design element above the range. The major renovations performed on this kitchen included: A peninsula work top and a small island in the middle of the room for the range was removed. A set of double ovens were also removed in order for the range to be moved against the wall to allow the middle of the kitchen to open up for the installment of the large island. Placing the island parallel to the sink, opened up the kitchen to the family room and made it more inviting.

Wahroonga Home - SmartSpace Interiors

Anoushka Allum Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary kitchen with blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, white benchtop, a double-bowl sink, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Ledbury Park

Dvira Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

St George Gem

Beyond Beige Interior Design Inc.

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Midtown Modern

ROTHERS Design/Build

view of kitchen with dining room beyond photo by Sara Terranova
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Kansas City with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, a double-bowl sink and blue splashback.

HILLTECH BEACH HOUSE

KC INTERIOR DESIGN LLC

Large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Deep Blue Kitchen Larchmont Manor

Studio Dearborn

A hip young family moving from Boston tackled an enormous makeover of an antique colonial revival home in downtown Larchmont. The kitchen area was quite spacious but benefitted from a small bump out for a banquette and additional windows. Navy blue island and tall cabinetry matched to Benjamin Moore’s Van Deusen blue is balanced by crisp white (Benjamin Moore’s Chantilly Lace) cabinetry on the perimeter. The mid-century inspired suspended fireplace adds warmth and style to the kitchen. A tile covered range hood blends the ventilation into the walls. Brushed brass hardware by Lewis Dolan in a contemporary T-bar shape offer clean lines in a warm metallic tone. White Marble countertops on the perimeter are balanced by white quartz composite on the island. Kitchen design and custom cabinetry by Studio Dearborn. Countertops by Rye Marble. Refrigerator--Subzero; Range—Viking French door oven--Viking. Dacor Wine Station. Dishwashers—Bosch. Ventilation—Best. Hardware—Lewis Dolan. Lighting—Rejuvenation. Sink--Franke. Stools—Soho Concept. Photography Adam Kane Macchia.

Modern Suburban Home

Patrick Farley Architect

Photo by Kip Dawkins
This is an example of a large modern u-shaped kitchen pantry in Richmond with a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and open cabinets.

High Park Renovation

Designtheory Inc.

Valerie Wilcox
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, a double-bowl sink and brown floor.

Norton Commons

Just 4 You, LLC

Mike Tuell
Design ideas for an expansive transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Louisville with a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and grey floor.

Devon Court

M.N. Reale

Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, a double-bowl sink and medium hardwood floors.

Macquarie Street, Roseville

Cordony Group

Elegant forties character combines with modern alfresco bliss in this tranquil home. Gracious entrance foyer, high ceilings, plantation shutters Flowing living/dining area embraces a sunlit dual aspect Alfresco deck overlooks the level north-facing backyard Abundant kitchen storage, Ilve gas range, dishwasher Serene third bedroom links to deck through French doors.

Yoshi's House at Puakea Ranch

Karen Loudon Photography

Karen Loudon Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized tropical l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Hawaii with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Sagle Mountain Hideaway

Selle Valley Construction, Inc.

View of the kitchen from the living room. You can also see the front entrance to the right, along with the Master Suite on the left. Kitchen cabinets are wood in a shaker style, stained dark brown. Backsplash is a honed natural stone mosaic, kitchen counters are 3cm of Crema Bordeaux granite. Photography by Marie-Dominique Verdier.

Croydon House

Meredith Lee

New kitchen in green grey tones by Dulux paints. Wallpaper wall. Sheer curtains. Caesarstone benchtops. Globe West tulip lights. Elizabeth Schiavello Photography

Leawood Classic French Kitchen

Kitchens By Kleweno

Bob Greenspan Photography
This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Kansas City with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Whitaker Street Condo

Ellsworth Design Build

The kitchen area was originally two spaces. The area in the foreground was a butlers pantry/ breakfast room that had been converted to a laundry room. The Kitchen was the area by the window, roughly 8' x 8' and completely cut off from the rest of the house. The island sits on what had been the dividing line between the kitchen and the dining room. We discovered some salvageable hardwood flooring under the linoleum, we brought in salvaged hardwood to match. All the floors were then stained English Chestnut. All the woodwork was removed for construction, then carefully re installed and stripped once the work was complete. The kitchen has a mix of 6" recessed cans, under cabinet lighting, and island pendants. The soffit over the cabinets conceals the HVAC ducting as well as the hood ducting.

Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and Medium Hardwood 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!