Photo of a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Marinaside Kitchen

Level One Construction

Compatibility with existing structure This project involved rethinking the space by discovering new solutions within the same sq-footage. Through a development city permit process we were able to legally remove the enclosed solarium sliding doors and pocket-door to integrate the kitchen with the rest of the space. The result, two dysfunctional spaces now transformed into one dramatic and free-flowing space which fueled our client’s passion for entertaining and cooking. A unique challenge involved integrating the remaining wall “pillar” into the design. It was created to house the building plumbing stack and some electrical. By integrating the island’s main countertop around the pillar with 3”x6” ceramic tiles we are able to add visual flavour to the space without jeopardizing the end result. Functionality and efficient use of space Kitchen cabinetry with pull-out doors and drawers added much needed storage to a cramped kitchen. Further, adding 3 floor-to-ceiling pantries helped increase storage by more than 300% Extended quartz counter features a casual eating bar, with plenty of workspace and an undermounted sink for easy maintenance when cleaning countertops. A larger island with extra seating made the kitchen a hub for all things entertainment. Creativity in design and details Customizing out-of-the-box standard cabinetry gives full-height storage at a price significantly less than custom millwork. Housing the old fridge into an extra deep upper cabinet and incasing it with side gables created an integrated look to a “like-new” appliance. Pot lights, task lights, and under cabinet lighting was added using a 3-way remote controlled dimmer assuring great lighting on a dark day. Environmental considerations/features The kitchen features: low-flow motion sensor faucet. Low-voltage pot lights with dimmers. 3, 3-way dimmer switches with remote control technology to create amazing ambiance in an environmentally friendly way. This meant we didn’t need to run new 3-way wiring, open walls, thus, avoiding extra work and debris. Re using the “like-new” Energy-efficient appliances saved the client money.

Westlake Craftsman Remodel

Laura Burton Interiors

Whit Preston
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with mosaic tile splashback, light wood cabinets, a double-bowl sink, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Project Tarragindi

Urban Kitchens and Joinery

D'Arcy & Co
Design ideas for a large modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Brisbane with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary Kitchen

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Perth with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, with island, a double-bowl sink, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, brown floor, quartz benchtops, ceramic splashback and laminate floors.

Laurelhurst Remodel

Plum Projects LLC

Photo of a modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Upper North Shore kitchen

Art of Kitchens Pty Ltd

This exceptional family home on the Upper North Shore has been designed for all year round entertaining. The home flows easily from the front entrance through the open plan living rooms through to the kitchen and outdoor living areas. The kitchen has been cleverly divided to provide additional storage and allows room for a sizable, walk-in butler’s pantry. Fitted with an additional sink means food can be prepared and dishes stored out of sight when entertaining. Gitani Stone, Ancient Reef island bench, Sareen Stone mosaic splashback and pewter handles transform what is predominantly a white kitchen into a vibrant living and working space. Practicality and ease of use were a must for this kitchen: custom cabinetry was designed and manufactured in Art of Kitchens Mt Kuring-gai factory and fitted with the latest Blum internal hardware. Miele appliances are featured throughout the kitchen. The kitchen is beautifully lit with a combination of ambient, task, and general lighting: natural light streams through the large windows and french doors, LED ceiling lights enhance the natural lighting and under cabinet lighting provides task lighting. Art of Kitchens completed the interior kitchen, outdoor kitchen, bathrooms and custom bedroom joinery in this brand new Upper North Shore Meadowbank Home.

West Perth

Western Cabinets

Photo of an expansive contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Perth with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, glass tile splashback, black appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor and white 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.

Lakeland Kitchen and Bathroom Remodel

Waller Construction, Inc

Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Tampa with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and black benchtop.

PREMIUM KITCHENS SHOWROOM

Premium Kitchens

QUARTZ CALACUTTA BACKSPLASH SEPARATED WITH INDENTED SMOKE BRONZE MIRROR.. FRAMED WITH FROSTED GLASS CABINETS AND DRAWERS FROM ARRITAL. DISGUISED HOOD FROM BEST WOLF 30" INDUCTION COOKTOP DEEP DOUBLE 48" W DRAWER BASE TO HOUSE ALL WOLF POTS & PANS! MIDDLE DRAWER HAS INTERIOR DRAWER FOR UTENSILS U-SHAPED *SINK* DRAWERS NEIGHBOR A CORNER PANTRY WITH PULL OUTS.

Sweet Make-Over Fresh New Kitchen

KB Studios

Photo of a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Dallas with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Lilydale Kitchen & Pantry 2

The Kitchen Design Centre

Mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and white benchtop.

Far North Dallas | Glen Abbey | Kitchen

Kitchen Design Concepts

Not only was this kitchen a huge aesthetic transformation from the yellow tones that existed before it, but we increased valuable working and storage space for these cooks! In addition, these grandparents have more than enough little guys to fit into island banquette that was custom built around their oversized island. What a statement! Cabinetry: Ultracraft, Sarasota door in Melted Brie Countertop: Caesarstone quartz 3cm Frosty Carrina Backsplash: Daltile Artigiano 3x12 Milan Arena Hardware: Atlas Wadsworth pull in Brushed Satin Nickel Sink: Blanco Diamons Silgranit 1-3/4 bowl in Cinder Faucet: Rohl, Michael Berman Pull-Down Faucet in satin nickel

Cabin Redo

SALA Architects

Cabin Redo by Dale Mulfinger Creating more dramatic views and more sensible space utilization was key in this cabin renovation. Photography by Troy Thies

Contemporary Duplex

I & K BUILDING designs

Photo of a small modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, porcelain floors, a peninsula and white floor.

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.

Hart St Spanish Bungalow

RACHEL LARRAINE INTERIORS

LauraChristinPhotography.com
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen in San Diego with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood floors.

Edina MN Modern Kitchen

NORTH STAR KITCHENS

Photo by Peter Crouser
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

The Ocean Course

Buffington Homes South Carolina

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charleston with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and Quartz 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.

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!