Design ideas for a contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, white floor and white benchtop.

Barn Studio

Kate Nelson Interiors

Country kitchen in Burlington with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

Blue country kitchen

Les Cuisines Gariepy

Blue rustic kitchen, brick backsplash and concrete countertop
Small country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Ottawa with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, concrete benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and grey floor.

Harvey Jones - Shaker Kitchens

Harvey Jones Kitchens

Transitional galley kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, blue cabinets, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Outer Sunset –Kitchen Remodel

TRIOND Remodeling & Design

Sun-filled kitchen with blue and white cabinets, white wall tiles, and stainless steel appliances.
Photo of a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

Woodford - A contemporary classic

PlaceDesign Kitchens and Interiors

Mood lighting highlights the wonderful markings of the bianco eclipsia stone and is perfect for ambient lighting in the evening.
Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall kitchen pantry in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Project 47

The Main Company

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Longboat Key, Florida

Orange Moon Interiors

Perfectly renovated kitchen featuring Cafe Line appliances and a custom walnut countertop.
Design ideas for a large beach style l-shaped separate kitchen in Tampa with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Springfield Contemporary Cottage

Sustainable Kitchens

A flat panel, L-shape kitchen in contemporary style in an old cottage. A handleless design, low cabinetry and downdraft extractor to keep the kitchen sleek and minimal.

Kitchens

Thomas D. Hurray Construction

Small transitional u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, a peninsula, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Клевер в небесно голубом

Антонина Воробьева

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Yekaterinburg with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, laminate floors, no island, beige floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Hardeeville New Construction Project

Kitchen Design Solutions

Large beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, glass tile splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

West Wickham - Bromley

MODEL Projects Ltd

This is an example of a mid-sized modern kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Marylebone

Nicola Scannell Design and Property

This gorgeous compact kitchen provides everything a cook needs whilst looking elegant as part of the living room. The blue and white is stunning against the marble splash back and marble worktops The subtle use of metal on the door fronts and smash of walnut giving a hint to the walnut interiors gives the kitchen a rich, stylish finish,

Cooker hood and kitchen counters

Nicolaj Bo™

For the cooker hood we used the same materials as for the kitchen itself.
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Copenhagen with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, a peninsula and white floor.

Barnes Family Home: 'House of Colour'

LEIVARS

We are delighted to reveal our recent ‘House of Colour’ Barnes project. We had such fun designing a space that’s not just aesthetically playful and vibrant, but also functional and comfortable for a young family. We loved incorporating lively hues, bold patterns and luxurious textures. What a pleasure to have creative freedom designing interiors that reflect our client’s personality.

Clifden Marine & Light Grey

NÜ Kitchen

Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley open plan kitchen in Berkshire with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Surrey Family Home

Katy M Interiors

This fun and bright family kitchen looks great in this recently extended property. The splashback really adds an element of fun to this kitchen space and the brass handles and tap look great against the blue units.

Vintage Tahoe Lakefront

Tinsel House

Kitchen remodel in a lakefront Lake Tahoe cabin. Blue cabinets, white subway tile backsplash, antique brass faucets and hardware. Painted existing wood walls and ceilings white. Quartz Carrera countertops.

Sajor

Plumb Level Square

Belathée Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial galley open plan kitchen in Seattle with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and black floor.

Kitchen with a Drop-in Sink and Blue 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!