撮影：小川重雄
Modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Osaka with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, a peninsula and grey floor.

White kitchen with bespoke plywood cabinet doors

Projects Office

A baby was on the way and time was of the essence when the clients, a young family, approached us to re-imagine the interior of their three storey Victorian townhouse. Within a full redecoration, we focussed the budget on the key spaces of the kitchen, family bathroom and master bedroom (sleep is precious, after all) with entertaining and relaxed family living in mind. The new interventions are designed to work in harmony with the building’s period features and the clients’ collections of objects, furniture and artworks. A palette of warm whites, punctuated with whitewashed timber and the occasional pastel hue makes a calming backdrop to family life.

Modern Craftsman - Kitchen/Laundry Remodel, West Seattle, WA

Belltown Design LLC

The undercabinet LED ribbon lighting provides countertop illumination. We wanted a simple and elegant backsplash - ivory color ceramic tile. Modern Craftsman - Kitchen/Laundry Remodel, West Seattle, WA. Photography by Paula McHugh and Robbie Liddane

Home with a view

Maurizio Giovannoni Architetto

Stefano Corso
Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Rome with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, a peninsula, grey floor and black benchtop.

House // TW

M Gooden Design

Design ideas for a small midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Charlestown Loft

Lim Design Studio, Inc

Sabrina Baloun
Photo of a small scandinavian kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, white benchtop, flat-panel cabinets and a peninsula.

Cook's Galley Kitchen

Covenant Kitchens & Baths, Inc.

Photo of a country kitchen in Bridgeport with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, red floor, white benchtop and a peninsula.

Bohemian Abode

Mountainwood Homes

Oak hardwoods were laced into the existing floors, butcher block countertops contrast against the painted shaker cabinets, matte brass fixtures add sophistication, while the custom subway tile range hood and feature wall with floating shelves pop against the dark wall. The best feature? A dishwasher. After all these years as a couple, this is the first time the two have a dishwasher. The new space makes the home feel twice as big and utilizes classic choices as the backdrop to their unique style. Photo by: Vern Uyetake

Sea of Tile

Victoria Highfill

Design ideas for a large midcentury galley separate kitchen in Nashville with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and grey benchtop.

Beach Style Kitchen

Knight Construction Design Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Küchen

WERKraumKÜCHE

Moderne weiße Küche mit Naturstein Arbeitsplatte und hellem Holz. Diese Küche läd zum gemütlichen Verweilen und Probekosten ein.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Nuremberg with white cabinets, granite benchtops, flat-panel cabinets, black splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and black benchtop.

Cocina Coeco 10

Grupo Coeco

This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Madrid with grey cabinets, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, white benchtop, flat-panel cabinets, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances and grey floor.

Contemporáneo Cocina

Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in Barcelona with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, grey benchtop, a double-bowl sink and brown floor.

Un duplex con patio en el barrio de Sarrià

Diambra Mariani

bluetomatophotos/©Houzz España 2018
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Barcelona with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, ceramic floors, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Mayfair Kitchen Update

Cook Design House

photos by Callie Hobbs Photography
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Зона гостиной-кухни

Алёна Мышкина

Кухня на заказ в отделке под бетон, столешница искусственный камень, барная стойка массив дерева. Диван, барные стулья, столик, постер на стене My America. Подвесные светильники и бра на стене Cosmorelax. Керамогранит на полу Ascot Ceramiche. Декор Crate&Barrel.

Stunning Kitchen Remodel

Weidmann Remodeling

Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Burlingame Eichler Remodel by Klopf Architecture

Klopf Architecture

Klopf Architecture and Jesse Ososki Art remodeled an existing Eichler atrium home into a brighter, more open, and more functional version of its original self. The goals were to preserve the Eichler look and feel without the need to strictly adhere to it. The scope of work included re-configuring the master bedroom/bath, the kitchen, and the hall bath/laundry area, as well as updating interior finishes throughout to be more sophisticated. The owners are detail-oriented and were very involved in the design process, down to the selection of lighting controls and stainless steel faceplates.Their design aesthetic leans toward the Scandinavian — light and bright, with simple straight lines and pure geometric shapes. The finish flooring is large porcelain tile (24” x 24”) in a neutral grey tone, providing a uniform backdrop against which other materials can stand out. The same tile continues into the shower floor (with a different finish texture for slip-resistance) and up the shower/tub walls (in a smaller size). Heath Classic Field ceramic tile in Modern Blue was used sparingly, to add color at the hall bath vanity backsplash and at the shampoo niches in both bathrooms. Back-painted soda glass in pale blue to match the Heath tile was used at the kitchen backsplash. This same accent color was also used at the front entry atrium door. Kitchen cabinetry, countertops, appliances, and light fixtures are all white, making the kitchen feel more airy and light. Countertops are Caesarstone Blizzard. The owners chose to keep some of the original Eichler elements: the concrete masonry fireplace; the stained tongue-and-groove redwood ceiling decking; and the luan wall paneling. The luan paneling was lightly sanded, cleaned, and re-stained. The owners also kept an added element that was installed by a previous owner: sliding shoji panels at all bedroom windows and sliding glass doors, for both privacy and sun control. Grooves were cut into the new tile flooring for the shoji panels to slide in, creating a more integrated look. Walnut was used to add warmth and contrast at the kitchen bar top and niche, the bathroom vanities, and the window sill/ledge under the kitchen window. This Burlingame Eichler Remodel is a 2,121 sf, 4 bedroom/2 bath home located in the heart of Silicon Valley. Klopf Architecture Project Team: John Klopf, Klara Kevane and Yegvenia Torres Zavala Contractor: Jesse Ososki Art Structural Engineer: Emmanuel Pun Photography ©2018 Mariko Reed Location: Burlingame, CA Year completed: 2017

Contrasting Maple Cabinetry & Floor

Tomco Company Inc.

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, black benchtop and beige floor.

Rénovation d'appartement à Montmorency

HOME feeling

Cuisine US équipée
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Other with light wood cabinets, grey splashback, flat-panel cabinets, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor, black benchtop, laminate benchtops, an undermount sink, limestone splashback and panelled appliances.

Kitchen with 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!