Carefully orientated and sited on the edge of small plateau this house looks out across the rolling countryside of North Canterbury. The 3-bedroom rural family home is an exemplar of simplicity done with care and precision. Tucked in alongside a private limestone quarry with cows grazing in the distance the choice of materials are intuitively natural and implemented with bare authenticity. Oiled random width cedar weatherboards are contemporary and rustic, the polished concrete floors with exposed aggregate tie in wonderfully to the adjacent limestone cliffs, and the clean folded wall to roof, envelopes the building from the sheltered south to the amazing views to the north. Designed to portray purity of form the outer metal surface provides enclosure and shelter from the elements, while its inner face is a continuous skin of hoop pine timber from inside to out. The hoop pine linings bend up the inner walls to form the ceiling and then soar continuous outward past the full height glazing to become the outside soffit. The bold vertical lines of the panel joins are strongly expressed aligning with windows and jambs, they guild the eye up and out so as you step in through the sheltered Southern entrances the landscape flows out in front of you. Every detail required careful thought in design and craft in construction. As two simple boxes joined by a glass link, a house that sits so beautifully in the landscape was deceptively challenging, and stands as a credit to our client passion for their new home & the builders craftsmanship to see it though, it is a end result we are all very proud to have been a part of.

Painted Shaker Door

Azure Cabinets

This fun and lively kitchen concept was envisioned by our clients through their inspiration of Julia Childs' color themes and styles. The colors were custom selected and chosen by detailed studies of visuals from Julia Childs' actual kitchen! The transitional shaker look meshed with European cabinet functionality provided much more storage space within the cabinets and the drawers which made this remodel perfect for the clients goal of putting the home up for sale.

Реализованный дизайн проект квартиры в ЖК "Морион"

K1 Бюро

Красивый интерьер квартиры в аренду, выполненный в морском стиле. Стены оформлены тонированной вагонкой и имеют красноватый оттенок. Особый шарм придает этой квартире стилизованная мебель и светильники - все напоминает нам уютную каюту.

Crouch End Studio Apartment

Caroline Couzens Design Ltd

A studio apartment with decorated to give a high end finish at an affordable price.
Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors, no island, white floor and beige benchtop.

Rustic Cherry Cabintry

Kannas Custom Cabinets, Inc.

Rustic Cherry cabinets with medium rich stain color. Laminate top real tree AP.
Design ideas for a small traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with raised-panel cabinets, a double-bowl sink, dark wood cabinets, brown splashback, timber splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and laminate benchtops.

Coal Creek Canyon Cabin

G Squared Design

Photo Credits: Pixil Studios
Photo of a small country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, timber splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Family Room

Robert Biery & Son, Architecture + Interior Design

bill maris
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in New Orleans with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, timber splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and orange floor.

The Cottage

Swartz Photography

Swartz Photography
Inspiration for a small country single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, brown splashback, timber splashback, light hardwood floors and no island.

Reclaimed Flooring

Schlabach Woodworks

Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped separate kitchen in Columbus with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Simple and Beautiful Kitchens

Youkay Studio

Clean modern kitchens is so timeless and versetile to decorate!
Mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, white floor and beige benchtop.

Transformation de 2 pieces en une grande cuisine

Aménagement Intérieur 45

Large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

NW 11th St Kitchen

RLC Design Build

Small country galley kitchen pantry in Austin with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, white appliances, laminate floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Landhausküche exclusiv nach Maß

KLOCKE Interieur Möbelwerkstätte GmbH

Landhausküche individuell nach Maß aus der eigenen Tischlerei von KLOCKE Interieur, Möbelwerkstätte GmbH
Photo of an expansive country eat-in kitchen in Dortmund with medium wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets, a double-bowl sink, no island and timber splashback.

Nozawa Onsen Low Energy Mountain Home 野沢温泉ローエナジー山の家

株式会社イーストエッジ・パートナーズ

久保田写真館　野沢温泉村
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian galley open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Trollstua (Troll's Den)

Winkelman Architecture

Trent Bell
Small country galley open plan kitchen in Portland Maine with a double-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, no island and grey floor.

Farmhouse Kitchen In Modern Mountain HOme

Germania Construction

Mountain home kitchens do not need to be wood or rustic in order to maintain the vibes of a cabin. This kitchen shows that a mountain home can balance a modern farmhouse aesthetic with a cabin aesthetic beautifully.

Кухня в Хрущевке 5,5 кв.м.

Василиса Максимаджи

This is an example of a small scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Saint Petersburg with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, no island, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Moderne Villa mit Skybar, Weinkeller und großzügiger Wohnküche

Rabe Innenausbau

Edle Wohnküche mit Kochinsel und einer rückwärtigen Back-Kitchen hinter der satinierten Glasschiebetür. Arbeitsflächen mit Silvertouch-Edelstahl Oberflächen und charaktervollen Asteiche-Oberflächen. Ausgestattet mit Premium-Geräten von Miele und Bora für ein Kocherlebnis auf höchstem Niveau. Planung, Ausführung und Montage aus einer Hand: rabe-innenausbau © Silke Rabe

Modern Rustic Black Kitchen in Wendover

Ridgeway Interiors

With a striking, bold design that's both sleek and warm, this modern rustic black kitchen is a beautiful example of the best of both worlds. When our client from Wendover approached us to re-design their kitchen, they wanted something sleek and sophisticated but also comfortable and warm. We knew just what to do — design and build a contemporary yet cosy kitchen. This space is about clean, sleek lines. We've chosen Hacker Systemat cabinetry — sleek and sophisticated — in the colours Black and Oak. A touch of warm wood enhances the black units in the form of oak shelves and backsplash. The wooden accents also perfectly match the exposed ceiling trusses, creating a cohesive space. This modern, inviting space opens up to the garden through glass folding doors, allowing a seamless transition between indoors and out. The area has ample lighting from the garden coming through the glass doors, while the under-cabinet lighting adds to the overall ambience. The island is built with two types of worksurface: Dekton Laurent (a striking dark surface with gold veins) for cooking and Corian Designer White for eating. Lastly, the space is furnished with black Siemens appliances, which fit perfectly into the dark colour palette of the space.

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.

Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and Timber Splashback 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!