Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Elegant Queenslander | Clayfield

Designtank

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Brisbane with an undermount sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, flat-panel cabinets and white benchtop.

Windsor Workers Cottage

Michael Christopher Design

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen in Brisbane with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop, timber and vaulted.

Fitler Square Trinity

Kaminski + Pew

Compact galley kitchen. All appliances are under-counter. Slate tile flooring, hand-glazed ceramic tile backsplash, custom walnut cabinetry, and quartzite countertop.

Glenwood

Charla Ray Interior Design

Mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Surfside Kitchen

Thyme & Place Design LLC

This beautiful and inviting retreat compliments the adjacent rooms creating a total home environment for entertaining, relaxing and recharging. Soft off white painted cabinets are topped with Taj Mahal quartzite counter tops and finished with matte off white subway tiles. A custom marble insert was placed under the hood for a pop of color for the cook. Strong geometric patterns of the doors and drawers create a soothing and rhythmic pattern for the eye. Balance and harmony are achieved with symmetric design details and patterns. Soft brass accented pendants light up the peninsula and seating area. The open shelf section provides a colorful display of the client's beautiful collection of decorative glass and ceramics.

Satin Grey U shape Kitchen

Eco German Kitchens

Beautiful Satin Grey Kitchen with raised Breakfast Bar area.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Hampshire with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

OCEAN FRONT CONDO KITCHEN

Decorum Home Design

Modified shaker kitchen with paneled appliances, quartz counter top, and matte black hardware and plumbing fixtures gives this 2000 sf oceanfront condo a bright, airy feel. Wood look porcelain tile in a sandy, driftwood color and clear glass backsplash picking up the ocean tones give this 10th floor condo it's own beachy atmosphere.

Mid-Century Modern Condo in Historic Capitol Hill

Finesse Design Remodeling

A two-bed, two-bath condo located in the Historic Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, DC was reimagined with the clean lined sensibilities and celebration of beautiful materials found in Mid-Century Modern designs. A soothing gray-green color palette sets the backdrop for cherry cabinetry and white oak floors. Specialty lighting, handmade tile, and a slate clad corner fireplace further elevate the space. A new Trex deck with cable railing system connects the home to the outdoors.

Transformation totale d'un duplex parisien - Projet Pereire

Mon Concept Habitation

Nos clients, primo accédants, venaient de louper l'achat d'un loft lorsqu'ils visitaient ce 90 m² sur 3 étages. Le bien a un certain potentiel mais est vieillissant. Nos clients décident de l'acheter et de TOUT raser. ⁠ ⁠ Le loft possédait une sorte de 3e étage à la hauteur petite. Ils enlèvent cet étage hybride pour retrouver une magnifique hauteur sous plafond. ⁠ ⁠ À l'étage, on construit 2 chambres avec de multiples rangements. Une verrière d'atelier, créée par nos équipes et un artisan français, permet de les cloisonner sans pour autant les isoler. Elle permet également à la lumière de circuler tout en rajoutant un certain cachet industriel à l'ensemble. ⁠ ⁠ Nos clients souhaitaient un style scandinave, monochrome avec des tonalités beiges, rose pale, boisées et du noir pour casser le tout et lui donner du caractère. On retrouve parfaitement cette alchimie au RDC. Il y a le salon et son esprit cocooning. Une touche de chaleur supplémentaire est apportée par le claustra en bois qui vient habiller l'escalier. Le noir du mobilier de la salle à manger et de la cuisine vient trancher avec élégance cette palette aux couleurs douces

Starkman Residence

IntraBuild

Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Нижегородская квартира

MAKEdesign

Photo of an industrial u-shaped kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, panelled appliances, a peninsula, grey floor and black benchtop.

Toronto Beaches Condo remodel

Reno Gurus

Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall kitchen pantry in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Westlake Kitchen

SieMatic Seattle/ Summers Studio

SieMatic sterling grey matt lacquer handle free cabinets, SieMatic walnut wood bartop, SieMatic graphite grey matt lacquer floating shelves, SieMatic stainless steel channel handle, white gloss quartz countertop and backsplash, SieMatic stainless steel backsplash accessory rail

Downtown living

Kristina Montgomery Interiors

Renovated kitchen
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Salt Lake City with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, metallic splashback, metal splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Appartement Feng Shui à Paris 7

My Feng Shui I Mélanie Bouchetard

Transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, panelled appliances, a peninsula, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Woodside Midcentury

David Henig, Architect

This is an example of a midcentury l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, panelled appliances, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Transitional Updates - Naperville, IL

TKS Design Group

Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW Our clients had been in their home since the early 1980’s and decided it was time for some updates. We took on the kitchen, two bathrooms and a powder room. The layout in the kitchen was functional for them, so we kept that pretty much as is. Our client wanted a contemporary-leaning transitional look — nice clean lines with a gray and white palette. Light gray cabinets with a slightly darker gray subway tile keep the northern exposure light and airy. They also purchased some new furniture for their breakfast room and adjoining family room, so the whole space looks completely styled and new. The light fixtures are staggered and give a nice rhythm to the otherwise serene feel. The homeowners were not 100% sold on the flooring choice for little powder room off the kitchen when I first showed it, but now they think it is one of the most interesting features of the design. I always try to “push” my clients a little bit because that’s when things can get really fun and this is what you are paying for after all, ideas that you may not come up with on your own. We also worked on the two upstairs bathrooms. We started first on the hall bath which was basically just in need of a face lift. The floor is porcelain tile made to look like carrera marble. The vanity is white Shaker doors fitted with a white quartz top. We re-glazed the cast iron tub. The master bath was a tub to shower conversion. We used a wood look porcelain plank on the main floor along with a Kohler Tailored vanity. The custom shower has a barn door shower door, and vinyl wallpaper in the sink area gives a rich textured look to the space. Overall, it’s a pretty sophisticated look for its smaller fooprint. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Alan Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Modern and cozy

Art Tile

Arts and crafts u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Rénovation à la Butte aux cailles, 75013

AM2 Architecture

Contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Kitchen with Panelled Appliances and a Peninsula 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!