2011 NKBA MN | 2nd Place Large Kitchen Carol Sadowsky, CKD Matt Schmitt Photography
Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

San Mateo Indoor and Outdoor Transformation

User

Our commitment to quality construction, together with a high degree of client responsiveness and integrity, has earned Cielo Construction Company the reputation of contractor of choice for private and public agency projects alike. The loyalty of our clients, most with whom we have been doing business for many years, attests to the company's pride in customer satisfaction.

DANBURY TONWHOUSE

APK Designs LLC

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and wood.

Contemporary Kitchen

Ariana Designs LLC

Large windows and bright space allows you to add black finishes and appliances to your modern kitchen. White walls that reflect sunlight can add contrast. Make your kitchen more modern looking by adding matching light fixtures. Our team can create modern and fun kitchen for you, based on your ideas and needs.

Salisbury

Haus12 Interiors

Credit: Peter Atkinson Photography
Inspiration for a small modern galley separate kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, painted wood floors, no island, white floor and black benchtop.

Загородный дом

Надежда Курайшевич

This is an example of a country l-shaped kitchen in Saint Petersburg with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, tile benchtops, black splashback, black appliances, no island and brown floor.

Marco

American Coastal Properties

Andrew Bramasco Home redeveloped by American Coastal Properties
Contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, black splashback, stainless steel appliances and green benchtop.

Wren Infinity black kitchen SE7

salmon carpentry and property refurbishments

A total redisgn of this open aniry living space. Walls plastered and painted white. New flooring fitted along with Wren's infinity range kitchen.
Design ideas for a large modern kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Black Nobilia Kitchen in Hughendon Valley

Ridgeway Interiors

Set in the picturesque Hughendon Valley in High Wycombe, this kitchen project showcases a stunning blend of modern design and inviting warmth. The client’s goal was to create a kitchen that was not only visually striking but also highly functional and welcoming. The kitchen boasts a sleek black Nobilia handleless design, offering a contemporary and streamlined look. This is perfectly complemented by top-of-the-line Siemens appliances, providing aesthetic appeal and unmatched performance. A beautifully detailed Dekton worktop adds a touch of luxury and practicality to the kitchen. The central island, featuring seating and a hob, becomes the heart of the space – perfect for social cooking and casual dining. Open wooden shelving was incorporated to balance the modern black finish, adding a natural warmth to the space. The under-cabinet and worktop lighting enhance functionality and create a soft, inviting ambience. Are you inspired by the Black Nobilia Kitchen and looking to infuse a blend of modern elegance and warmth into your kitchen? Get in touch to see how we can bring this balance into your home.

Apartment in Lisbon 6

Archimais

Design ideas for a modern kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, black floor and black benchtop.

Rénovation d'un appartement de 47m²

Emilie Melin architecte DPLG

Stéphane Vasco
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, black splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Traditional Kitchen With a Modern Twist

Paragon Kitchen & Bath Studio

What could be better than a baking center you can fold away before guests arrive! This one has plenty of counter space for rolling and cutting. Pocket doors make this space ultra functional. Using traditional overlay cabinetry with a Shaker door style from Showplace Wood Works we created a modern kitchen using flat black quartz tops by Silestone

The Charcoal Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

A dark Japanese-inspired kitchen with clean lines and uncluttered aesthetics. The charcoal units paired with the striking natural granite contrast effortlessly against the pale white walls.

ARANELLI - MENTA 03

Aranelli Design

The peninsula is in matt lacquered Grigio Antracite and the worktop is in gres Charming amber th. 1,2 cm. Sideboards are in Noce Naturale wood bilaminate with a matt lacquered Verde Bosco back panel in contrast.

Реализованный проект трёхкомнатной квартиры в современном стиле, г. Уфа.

Анастасия Габдрахимова

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and black benchtop.

Richmond Hill Modern

Bravehart Interiors

The open plan kitchen houses a family of four with dining adjacent and tea room facing the back yard. The back sliding glass doors are 14' wide and the touch lift hardware allows operation of a 7' wide door with a baby finger! The dining room fixture was the only item owned by the client before this major renovation. We all said it looks like sparkling stars and so the inspiration for the kitchen was 'outer space'. The moon island fixture lights fully at night and the other planets have light emitting from a small hole at the bottom, onto the countertop. The backsplash has sparkles; as one of the Cambria jewel collection. Natural light floods the space from the attached greenhouse, where herbs for cooking are grown, into the tea room and dining room. At night the forest behind is dark and lush, creating a dramatic backdrop.

Westwood Modern Mountain

Hendel Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

AV6084 - Embossed veneer door

Hacker Kitchens Calgary

Mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Calgary with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Cuisine Spacieuse et Moderne

Raison Home Nouren Agencement

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Grenoble with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, panelled appliances, with island, grey floor, flat-panel cabinets and blue benchtop.

Cozy Minimalist

Kimberley Kay Interiors

MCM sofa, Clean lines, white walls and a hint of boho, black marble 1X4" Tile
Inspiration for a small modern galley open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Kitchen with a Single-bowl Sink and Black Splashback 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!