This is an example of a small contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Other with green cabinets, concrete floors, flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

Eleventh Street Apartment

kimberly peck architect

photo by Pedro Marti The goal of this renovation was to create a stair with a minimal footprint in order to maximize the usable space in this small apartment. The existing living room was divided in two and contained a steep ladder to access the second floor sleeping loft. The client wanted to create a single living space with a true staircase and to open up and preferably expand the old galley kitchen without taking away too much space from the living area. Our solution was to create a new stair that integrated with the kitchen cabinetry and dining area In order to not use up valuable floor area. The fourth tread of the stair continues to create a counter above additional kitchen storage and then cantilevers and wraps around the kitchen’s stone counters to create a dining area. The stair was custom fabricated in two parts. First a steel structure was created, this was then clad by a wood worker who constructed the kitchen cabinetry and made sure the stair integrated seamlessly with the rest of the kitchen. The treads have a floating appearance when looking from the living room, that along with the open rail helps to visually connect the kitchen to the rest of the space. The angle of the dining area table is informed by the existing angled wall at the entry hall, the line of the table is picked up on the other side of the kitchen by new floor to ceiling cabinetry that folds around the rear wall of the kitchen into the hallway creating additional storage within the hall.

Valle Vista House

Giulietti Schouten Weber Architects

Sally Painter
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Kirkland Kitchen Renovation

Northwest Interiors & Design

WE Studio Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

Ingram Kitchen

User

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

Allin St.

Hamilton Architects

Inspiration for a small modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

Portfolio

Catherine Hastings Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, grey floor, white benchtop and a peninsula.

Matte Black Modern Kitchen

Cronos Design

Matte black cabinetry gives this kitchen a sleek modern look.
Contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, a peninsula and grey floor.

Simple, Earth Tone Kitchen Remodel

Inde Kitchen Remodelers

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula and grey floor.

Appartamento realizzato in collaborazione con studio AMA Progetti

AB Arredamenti Bianchi

particolare del bancone cucina Air di Lago in Wildwood e basi laccate spago/ argilla e mandrola
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Florence with a single-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, white splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula and grey floor.

NEW Allentown, PA- Traditional Kitchen Remodel

Morris Black Designs

Dan Lenner
Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula and grey floor.

Grafton Terrace

PEAKE Projects London Ltd

Mark Nicholson
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, concrete floors, a peninsula and grey floor.

Eastport Victorian Kitchen

Tina Colebrook Architect

The existing quirky floor plan of this 17 year old kitchen created 4 work areas and left no room for a proper laundry and utility room. We actually made this kitchen smaller to make it function better. We took the cramped u-shaped area that housed the stove and refrigerator and walled it off to create a new more generous laundry room with room for ironing & sewing. The now rectangular shaped kitchen was reoriented by installing new windows with higher sills we were able to line the exterior wall with cabinets and counter, giving the sink a nice view to the side yard. To create the Victorian look the owners desired in their 1920’s home, we used wall cabinets with inset doors and beaded panels, for economy the base cabinets are full overlay doors & drawers all in the same finish, Nordic White. The owner selected a gorgeous serene white river granite for the counters and we selected a taupe glass subway tile to pull the palette together. Another special feature of this kitchen is the custom pocket dog door. The owner’s had a salvaged door that we incorporated in a pocket in the peninsula to corale the dogs when the owner aren’t home. Tina Colebrook

Eclectic Interest

Modern Kitchen Design

photo by Mark Karrer
Inspiration for a small traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, porcelain splashback, travertine floors and grey floor.

Philly Contemporary Kitchen

Airy Kitchens

Design ideas for a small contemporary galley separate kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, orange splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, a peninsula, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Modern Loft Bungalow Kitchen

John McClain Design

Serving as the heart of the home, this sleek and sexy kitchen features semi-custom modern slim shaker style cabinetry in Sherwin Williams Grizzle Gray. This color, rich in dark brown, black and blue undertones pairs exquisitely with the varied colors and veins within the stunning porcelain counter tops and counter to ceiling back splash. Diminutive flush-mount fixtures in wrapped brass positioned across the ceiling elevates this space even more as opposed to traditional recessed can lighting. Photo: Zeke Ruelas

VIVA Apartment

ZROBIM architects

Design ideas for a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Saint Petersburg with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, white appliances, a peninsula, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Society Hill, Philadelphia: Whole House Modern

Buckminster Green LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

Kaffeemühlenhaus München

Küchenwerkstatt wohnen & leben

Moderne Küche mit schwarz matten Fronten. Nischenbereich in Eiche geölt.
Large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Munich with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, brown splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, a peninsula, grey floor and grey benchtop.

60's Townhouse - Open plan living

Jackson Merrick Designs

Open-plan kitchen dining room with seamless transition to outdoor living space
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, yellow splashback, glass sheet splashback, grey floor, brown benchtop, a drop-in sink, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula.

Kitchen with a Peninsula and Grey Floor 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!