Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and Shaker Cabinets Design Ideas

This kitchen takes a fresh, modern approach by combining Mayfair White granite with contemporary wood cabinets. Mayfair White is a beautiful bright stone marbled with a wide black speckling and forms part of our Moda Stone Collection.

House in Lewes for Cave Interiors

Luca Piffaretti Photography

Luca Piffaretti
This is an example of a transitional galley kitchen in Sussex with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Evendon Road

Absolute Architecture

Inspiration for an eclectic open plan kitchen in Oxfordshire with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, with island, a double-bowl sink, white splashback, subway tile splashback and multi-coloured floor.

Larchmont - Farmhouse Style

Brickmoon Design

Inspiration for a country l-shaped kitchen in Houston with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen Remodel

CMK Construction Inc.

Inspiration for a large modern open plan kitchen in Tampa with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island and beige 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.

South Dublin 2

Dúlra Photography

Daragh Muldowney
Photo of a contemporary open plan kitchen in Dublin with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and grey floor.

Origin Architects - Blue Goose Barndominium

Ideo Architects

View from Kitchen into Pantry Screen Door
This is an example of a large industrial l-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Spoonbill Remodel

Cabinet Genies, Inc.

Take a gander at this beauty! An outstanding remodel performed in conjunction with Jesse at Majestic Enterprises. This Florida style home enjoys fantastic waterfront views provided by the large panoramic windows and high ceilings which opens up the space considerably and provides abundant lighting. The brand new expansive kitchen, boasts glass stacked uppers, on top of all white cabinetry, adorned by natural stone granite in Venetian Gold coloring. The color combo compliments the natural, coastal style that resides throughout the home, and produces a delightful airy and open feeling that all of us can relish. Cabinetry: Kitchen/Laundry - R.D. Henry & Company - Winter White w/ Pewter Glaze Guest Bath - Kith Kitchens - Charcoal w/ Chocolate line glaze Outdoor Kitchen - NatureKast Weatherproof Cabinetry - Walnut Countertops: Kitchen - Granite - Venetian Gold Bathrooom - Granite - Corteccia Accessories - Rev-A-Shelf Grill - Delta Heat

Kitchens

Quartex Surfaces Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island, marble benchtops and white floor.

Chapel Trail - Full Kitchen remodeling

A2Z Kitchen & Bath Gallery Corp.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and beige floor.

Rustic Kitchen Renovation

The Good Home - Interiors & Design

Liz Donnelly - Maine Photo Co.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland Maine with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kemper Kitchen

Miller Woodworks

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Cincinnati with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, a peninsula, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Worthington Kitchen Remodel

Reliance Design Build

Arc Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Columbus with with island, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a double-bowl sink and medium hardwood floors.

Kitchens

Affordable Granite Inc

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Austin with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, plywood floors and multi-coloured floor.

Beach Condo Remodel

Nancy Dyer Designs

This bright new coastal kitchen was part of a remodel project in a dated condominium. The owner chose wood looking tile floors throughout. A large, underutilized laundry room was divided in half and a walk-in pantry was created next to the kitchen. Because space was at a premium, a sliding barn door was used. We chose a more coastal looking louvered door. The cabinets originally were light oak which we had painted. The aqua glass subway tile adds a translucent water affect and the Cambria countertops finish the look with a high degree of sparkle.

West LA

Novum Architecture

Photo of a transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Traditional Kitchen

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Groupe Cartier

@Gorini Guillaume Photograph
Large contemporary open plan kitchen in Montreal with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Snowmass Kitchen 3

DZ Remodeling

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and Shaker Cabinets 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!