Oak & Painted Wimborne Kitchen in Cream and Blue with Natural Oak

Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Hampshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, black appliances, limestone floors and a peninsula.

Contemporary Kitchen in North Canton

Hartville Hardware Kitchen & Bath

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Cleveland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Pine Needle Cove

Jarrett Design

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Country Glam kitchen

LEVEL UP Design LLC

Large country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Jacksonville with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Lakefront Beauty

Jeff Puckett Construction Inc

Modern farmhouse kitchen with rustic elements and modern conveniences.
Photo of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and timber.

Bearfoot

Cobalt Design

Chef's kitchen with rustic wood cabinets, reclaimed hardwood floors, and underlighting. Copper accents complete the kitchen.
Photo of a country u-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop, exposed beam, wood and quartzite benchtops.

Kitchens III

Webber Coleman Woodworks

Farmhouse kitchen with black, white, and wood palette. Inset cabinets with glass doors; decorative feet on base cabinets. Appliance panels. Nickel gap-clad island with stained wood end supports. Custom metal and wood decorative range hood surround.

bélgica

osb arquitectos

La isla tiene un espacio para 4 taburetes
Photo of a large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Valencia with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown benchtop.

Rush Lake 4

Lands End Development - Designers & Builders

Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Devon Farmhouse

Woodford Architecture and Interiors

Richard Downer This Georgian property is in an outstanding location with open views over Dartmoor and the sea beyond. Our brief for this project was to transform the property which has seen many unsympathetic alterations over the years with a new internal layout, external renovation and interior design scheme to provide a timeless home for a young family. The property required extensive remodelling both internally and externally to create a home that our clients call their “forever home”. Our refurbishment retains and restores original features such as fireplaces and panelling while incorporating the client's personal tastes and lifestyle. More specifically a dramatic dining room, a hard working boot room and a study/DJ room were requested. The interior scheme gives a nod to the Georgian architecture while integrating the technology for today's living. Generally throughout the house a limited materials and colour palette have been applied to give our client's the timeless, refined interior scheme they desired. Granite, reclaimed slate and washed walnut floorboards make up the key materials.

Ambler, PA

Village Handcrafted Cabinetry

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Riverside Drive Apartment

User

A transformed Kitchen. With custom shaker cabinets, encaustic tile floors, soapstone counters, and a butcher block island. Architectural photography by Bob Martus

Rustic Wood Cabin

Silver Maple Construction LLC

photos by Susan Teare • www.susanteare.com
Inspiration for a small country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Burlington with green cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, a farmhouse sink, soapstone benchtops, black splashback and flat-panel cabinets.

Black & White Kitchen

T. Glasco Designs, Inc.

The black subway tile provides a great contrast to the modern stainless and glass hood. Built-in wall ovens flank the stove. Stainless cabinet pulls repeat the "silver" tone throughout the kitchen. Steve Long Photography

Our Projects: Kitchens

Linda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris Home

This home at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove is a fine illustration of how rustic can be comfortable and contemporary. Postcard from Paris provided all of the exterior and interior specifications as well as furnished the home. The firm achieved the modern rustic look through an effective combination of reclaimed hardwood floors, stone and brick surfaces, and iron lighting with clean, streamlined plumbing, tile, cabinetry, and furnishings. Among the standout elements in the home are the reclaimed hardwood oak floors, brick barrel vaulted ceiling in the kitchen, suspended glass shelves in the terrace-level bar, and the stainless steel Lacanche range. Rachael Boling Photography

Riverbend Guest House - Green With Character

Jarrett Design

Small country l-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Cordillera Ranch Hill Country Home

K. Rue Designs, LLC

AFTER PHOTO On the side of the kitchen, a small bar with the same black cabinetry offers a different appeal with grey stone backsplash. Sophisticated and sleek, this kitchen has been updated with timeless touches. Adding lots of drama to this large kitchen, black painted cabinets emphasize the space. White with black veining marble countertop on the island acts as a focal point for this kitchen with solid white perimeter countertops. The black is a consistent base color, as shown on the cooktop decorative tile with mixed materials and dimensional tiles. Little black mosaic tiles accent the bold venthood design. The travertine flooring and stone wall ground the space in a neutral, earthy palette.

Homeland Project

Elizabeth Lawson Design

A historic home in the Homeland neighborhood of Baltimore, MD designed for a young, modern family. Traditional detailings are complemented by modern furnishings, fixtures, and color palettes.

Painted Kitchen with Cherry island

Creekside Woodworks LLC

Thomas
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Ridge Residence

Fine Wood Interiors

Custom kitchen in 'Heritage White' by WoodHarbor with 'Boot Black' island. General Contractor- Sam McCulloch
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, black cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, panelled appliances, with island, brown floor, black benchtop, medium hardwood floors and beaded inset cabinets.

Kitchen with a Farmhouse Sink and Black 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!