Design ideas for a large eclectic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, white benchtop and vaulted.

Eichler in San Jose

Strong Cabinetry

New kitchen for this Eichler owner in the Fairhaven neighborhood of San Jose CA. The doors, drawer fronts, and panels are Zenit Supermatt Blanco. We used Blum soft-close hinges and drawer slides throughout the kitchen. Cabinet boxes are made with 19mm pre-finished maple plywood with matching Zenit Supermatt Blanco edge tape.

The Sussex Contemporary

Hamilton Stone Design

Photo of a mid-sized u-shaped kitchen in Sussex with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Brilliant White Kitchen Update

Store with Style

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cleveland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

58 Mallard Court

Creative Cabinetry Corp

Manufacturer: Bridgewood Wood Species: Maple Finish: Black Team Door Style: Deep Shaker Drawer Style: Slab Photos: Joe Kusumoto Designer: Jacque Ball
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with black cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, white benchtop and vaulted.

Coomodore Drive

BJF Joinery

Photo of a large galley kitchen pantry in Gold Coast - Tweed with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Anderson Springs CA

Christine Mattsson remodeling consultant

This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, grey benchtop and vaulted.

Embellished in Bay Shore

Consumers Kitchens & Baths

Inspiration for a small transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Kitchen Remodel - Hermosa Beach

DYM Builders Group, Inc.

Experience the allure of the beach in your own home with this new construction costal kitchen. The modern design provides a stunning and bright space with an abundance of natural light provided by large skylights. The navy and white shaker cabinets create a timeless look, complemented by a gorgeous quartz countertop and sleek stainless steel appliances. Whether you're cooking up a feast or enjoying a cup of coffee, this kitchen provides a warm and inviting space perfect for modern living. So why not bring the calming vibes of the coast to your own home with this stunning costal kitchen.

Green&Burger

INDI Arquitectura

Small scandinavian u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, open cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, grey floor, brown benchtop and vaulted.

Marius Street

Arcata Cabinet & Design Company

Mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Walnut Kitchen Project

VIBA Construction Inc

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

White Kitchen with Maple Accents

MAK Design + Build Inc.

While open-concept kitchens seem to be all the rage, these days. This kitchen proves that you can have a U-shaped kitchen that is also modern, functional, and beautiful. This kitchen doesn’t have a large footprint, but the combination of material choice and use of space help make it a great place to cook and entertain in. The cabinets are a white painted shaker, classic and clean, and while the maple elements on the island and window frames and the blue tile add some interest without overwhelming the space. The white built-out range hood and maple open shelving also help to make the upper level of cabinets seem light and easy on the eyes. The large maple-wrapped beam separating the kitchen from the living room perfectly ties the kitchen into the rest of the living space. Some of the functional elements that help bring this space together are the cabinet accessories and the island with built-in storage. One of the issues with U-shaped kitchens is that the layout often creates two blind corner base cabinets which usually become black pits for kitchen items to get lost in. By installing a magic corner in one and a lazy susan in the other, we were able to maximize this kitchen’s functionality. Other features, like a built-in trash pullout and integrate LED lights throughout, help make this kitchen the perfect blend of form and function.

2 MONTH!! Complete Home Renovation

America Green Builders

This complete home renovation was done in 2 month in Valencia California. In this project we opened up the kitchen wall after we made architectural and engineering plans. We came up with a 3D design and we helped the homeowners to pick the cabinets, countertop and all the rest. We upgraded the plumbing and the electrical to code and we did the same thing in the master bathroom. We also remodeled the guest bathroom, we installed new hardwood floors throughout, re-stained the floors, replaced all the interior doors and main door, painted the entire floors, wall and ceiling.

E 120th Ave Home Renovation

Andy Juy Designs

From the 90s style transferred to a modern unique look. Offering kitchen design, space plans, furniture selection, wall colors, finishes selection, window treatment, light fixtures and staging.

Coastal Loft

Parker&Harlow Inc.

Small transitional galley open plan kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors, a peninsula, grey floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Mid Mod Garden House

Kevin Spence Architect, AIA

Mid-sized midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Gray and White Kitchen Remodel in New York City

KitchensandClosets.com By K-One Floors, Inc.

This is an example of a large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, grey floor, grey benchtop, vaulted and a peninsula.

Lewiston ADU

HDR Remodeling Inc.

Photo of a small industrial u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with open cabinets, wood benchtops, brown benchtop, an undermount sink, coloured appliances, grey floor, vaulted and a peninsula.

COCINA

May Molina

Cocina para una casa de campo. Cocina americana con encimara de madera y mueblo blanco. Suelo hidráulico haciendo un damero blanco y gris
Mid-sized country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Madrid with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and vaulted.

Kitchen with a Peninsula and Vaulted 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!