Small transitional eat-in kitchen in Toronto with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, black floor and white benchtop.

Crocker Highlands Modern Mediterranean

The Home Co.

Marcell Puzsar
Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, black floor and grey benchtop.

Einige Interieuraufnahmen für die Schreinerei Linnebrink / Köln

Martin Scherag Fotografie

Interieuraufnahme: Küche modern & minimalistisch
Design ideas for a small scandinavian l-shaped kitchen in Cologne with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island and black floor.

Peaceful, Eclectic Highgate Flat - 300 square feet

User

Photos by Jack Allan Changed out light fixtures, painted doors, skirting, and cupboards. Painted chalkboard. Repurposed beehive frame for decoration.

AMANDINE - 70m2 - Rénovation totale d'un appartement

C&O Studio

Rénovation complète d'un appartement haussmmannien de 70m2 dans le 14ème arr. de Paris. Les espaces ont été repensés pour créer une grande pièce de vie regroupant la cuisine, la salle à manger et le salon. Les espaces sont sobres et colorés. Pour optimiser les rangements et mettre en valeur les volumes, le mobilier est sur mesure, il s'intègre parfaitement au style de l'appartement haussmannien.

Mid-Century Modern Remodel

GMI Design Group

This 1950's home was chopped up with the segmented rooms of the period. The front of the house had two living spaces, separated by a wall with a door opening, and the long-skinny hearth area was difficult to arrange. The kitchen had been remodeled at some point, but was still dated. The homeowners wanted more space, more light, and more MODERN. So we delivered. We knocked out the walls and added a beam to open up the three spaces. Luxury vinyl tile in a warm, matte black set the base for the space, with light grey walls and a mid-grey ceiling. The fireplace was totally revamped and clad in cut-face black stone. Cabinetry and built-ins in clear-coated maple add the mid-century vibe, as does the furnishings. And the geometric backsplash was the starting inspiration for everything. We'll let you just peruse the photos, with before photos at the end, to see just how dramatic the results were!

J&MB Renovation/Expansion

Studio Durham Architects

View of kitchen with breakfast room beyond in addition to existing house. Alise O'Brien Photography
Contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in St Louis with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, a single-bowl sink, painted wood floors, with island and black floor.

Bluffton House Remodel

Roanoke Woodworking Inc.

Bertch Kitchens + White with a light black glaze. Delicitus granite Countertops. Custom arches by Barkley Buillders.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and black floor.

Яркая квартира 90 м² в Москве

Студия Татьяны Архиповой

Дизайнер интерьера - Татьяна Архипова, фото - Михаил Лоскутов
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Moscow with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, with island, black floor and beige benchtop.

Drinks Bar Added in the Kitchen

consTRUSTY Carpentry

Full renovation including new tile floor, extend the counter space, add a bar sink with glass rinser, extend the island, remove dropped ceiling, increase the hood exhausting capacity, hardwood floor touch up, remove wall wood panels, move the wine cooler, add under and inside cabinet lights, new recessed lights, move sprinkler head, painting and pos-construction cleaning.

Boerum Hill Townhouse

Michael Schmitt Architect pc

Amy Lau Design Devon Banks Photography
Transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island and black floor.

Carpeaux Paris 75018 - 59 m²

StudioVA

Cuisine de luxe avec revêtements en céramiques, effet marbre noir.
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, tile benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, no island, black floor and black benchtop.

Modern Residence in Downtown

Redstone Kitchens

Costa Christ
Large contemporary kitchen in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors, with island, a single-bowl sink, wood benchtops and black floor.

PERE CORENTIN - Rénovation d'appartement - Paris 14e

BADIOLA - Architecte d'intérieur

Cuisine en placage bois et crédence carreaux metro blanc mat avec ouverture vitrées style verrière vers le couloir. revêtement sol parquet en damier.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, black floor and white benchtop.

Mid century Modern kitchen

Kelly Ann Photography

Beautiful kitchen remodel in a 1950's mis century modern home in Yellow Springs Ohio The Teal accent tile really sets off the bright orange range hood and stove. Photo Credit, Kelly Settle Kelly Ann Photography

Rénovation d'une cuisine et d'un hall d'entrée

AIMM Studio

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Bordeaux with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, black splashback, panelled appliances, slate floors, no island, black floor and black benchtop.

Projet Maylis / Rénovation de la cuisine

du Cray Rénovation

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Bordeaux with a single-bowl sink, black cabinets, white splashback, marble splashback, marble floors, no island, black floor and black benchtop.

Attico a Bologna

User

Ogni elemento della cucina, disegnata su misura per il progetto, dai volumi essenziali, ai raffinati elementi pop, fino alla zona degustazione con cantina, è dedicato al piacere dell'ospitalità e della convivialità in tutte le sue forme.

Catharine Townhouse

Jeffrey McMahon Design + Build

Industrial galley open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island and black floor.

Rénovation d'un appartement pour un papa et sa fille

ADC l'atelier d'à côté

Mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, cement tiles, with island and black floor.

Kitchen with a Single-bowl Sink and Black 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!