Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Bilbao with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and beige benchtop.

Sleek Danish Styled Kitchen in Smoked Oak

Sola Kitchens

Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, limestone benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and white floor.

Coffee Shop Kitchen

Proline Range Hoods

Dark Wood cabinets against the stainless steel appliances look really good and rustic. Besides that, the entire kitchen feels cozy with the color pattern.

Illawong Buderim

G&M Craftsman Cabinets

Photo of a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sunshine Coast with with island, a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, beige floor and white benchtop.

Cleveland, Ohio Kitchen with French Country Influence

Studio 76 Kitchens and Baths

A Studio 76 kitchen with the homeowner's sense of French country style makes this space transformed. A laminate wood floor, coupled with sandstone colored distressed cabinetry in two different finishes warmed up this family kitchen. With multiple cooks in this family, two sinks divide up the traffic flow making preparing a meal convenient. A large gas range by Wolf complete with a French top gives a professional appearance. This island doubles as a kitchen table for dining in. Subway tile was contrasted in two different patterns including a herringbone installation in the cooking area's backsplash. A secondary staircase leads into the kitchen or the front foyer.

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Perspect'in

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall separate kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Authentic Kitchen, Muschelkalk, Stoff, Smeg

culinic - kochen & wohnen

Inspiration for a small mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Munich with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, limestone benchtops, green splashback, subway tile splashback, coloured appliances, no island, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Arredamenti Giugliano

GM Arreda

Cucina in legno effetto finta muratura, colonna forno, base per lavastoviglie e dispensa ad angolo con effetto tegole sulla cornice. Lavello in pietra collocato sulla penisola; Tavolo e sedie in legno coordinato con la finitura della cucia. Progetto ideale per gli amanti dello shabby-chic e rustico.

Arts and Crafts

PB Kitchen Design

A remodel of a small home, we were excited that the owners wanted to stay true to the character of an Arts & Crafts style. An aesthetic movement in history, the Arts & Crafts approach to design is a timeless statement, making this our favorite aspect of the project. Mirrored in the execution of the kitchen design is the mindset of showcasing the craftsmanship of decorative design and the appreciation of simple lines and quality construction. This kitchen sings of an architectural vibe, yet does not take away from the welcoming nature of the layout. Project specs: Wolf range and Sub Zero refrigerator, Limestone counter tops, Douglas fir floor, quarter sawn oak cabinets from Quality Custom Cabinetry, The table features a custom hand forged iron base, the embellishment is simple in this kitchen design, with well placed subtle detailing that match the style period.

la cucina per la taverna

michele volpi - studio interior design

particolare del lavello, interamente in travertino scavato da un blocco di massello
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, yellow floor and beige benchtop.

The Sage

The Glade Design

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped kitchen pantry in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, black appliances, slate floors, a peninsula, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Reforma integral de vivienda en Leioa

Efecto 3 Diseño e Interiorismo

Apartment BA

Carina Vaz Interiors

APARTMENT | BA Gray, wood, and blue are the main colors in the apartment redesign located in Copacabana in Rio de Janeiro. The owner wanted to create a modern atmosphere and have a large room with access to the kitchen, but without it being an open concept completely. Our solution was to create large wooden sliding doors that allowed immediate access to the main living and dining area as well as access to the kitchen. This helped achieve a fully-integrated look between the two spaces, yet can both be sealed off to create a more intimate and private space. The color palette matches with the personality of the owner, and blue was the fundamental color. We chose blue to add a dynamic life to the space as well as tie into the existing art pieces the owner already had.

White and Walnut in Westchester

Studio Dearborn

This spacious kitchen in Westchester County is flooded with light from huge windows on 3 sides of the kitchen plus two skylights in the vaulted ceiling. The dated kitchen was gutted and reconfigured to accommodate this large kitchen with crisp white cabinets and walls. Ship lap paneling on both walls and ceiling lends a casual-modern charm while stainless steel toe kicks, walnut accents and Pietra Cardosa limestone bring both cool and warm tones to this clean aesthetic. Kitchen design and custom cabinetry, built ins, walnut countertops and paneling by Studio Dearborn. Architect Frank Marsella. Interior design finishes by Tami Wassong Interior Design. Pietra cardosa limestone countertops and backsplash by Marble America. Artwork by JOAN PALANO CIOLFI. Hardware by Top Knobs. Photography Adam Macchia.

Sleek Danish Styled Kitchen in Smoked Oak

Sola Kitchens

Large contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, limestone benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and white floor.

Westlake Kitchen Remodel

Meier Residential

Meier Residential, LLC
Mid-sized modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Austin with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, limestone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, cork floors and with island.

Central Park West Apartment Renovation

Detail Renovations

Eric Laverty
This is an example of a small contemporary galley kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Knollwood Home

Echo Workshop

Photo of a transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Reforma de apartamento en Barcelona

Xavi Pérez

Mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, black splashback, slate splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

New - FLAT OAK front to IKEA bases

Bucks and Spurs Stockholm

Ny lucka - livfulla FLAT OAK till IKEA stommar. Vår nya designserie FLAT, som vi tagit fram i samarbete med livsstils influencern Elin Skoglund, är en elegant slät lucka i ek. Luckor och fronter har ett slätt fanér i olika bredder och skapar på så sätt ett levande uttryck. Luckorna är anpassade till IKEAs köks- och garderobstommar. Varje kök och garderob får med de här luckorna sitt unika utseende. Ett vackert trähantverk i ek som blir hållbara lösningar med mycket känsla och värme hemma hos dig till ett mycket bra pris. New front - vibrant FLAT OAK for IKEA bases. Our new FLAT design series, which we have developed in collaboration with the lifestyle influencer Elin Skoglund, is an elegant smooth front in oak. Doors and fronts have a smooth veneer in different widths, thus creating a vivid expression. The doors are adapted to IKEA's kitchen and wardrobe bases. Every kitchen and wardrobe with these doors get their unique look. A beautiful wooden craft in oak that becomes sustainable solutions with a lot of feeling and warmth at your home at a very good price.

Kitchen with a Single-bowl Sink and Limestone Benchtops 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!