Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and stone slab splashback.

Trail View Renovation

Granger Remodel & Design

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Maryanne Drive

Talie Jane Interiors

Fully remodeled kitchen. Created a "beachy mountain" kitchen design. Removed walls to create open space between kitchen and dining/family rooms. New layout and configuration. New cabinetry, countertops, appliances, sink, faucet, hardware, lighting, furnishings and accessories.

The Party's At Our House

Studio Dearborn

Designer Sarah Robertson of Studio Dearborn helped a neighbor and friend to update a “builder grade” kitchen into a personal, family space that feels luxurious and inviting. The homeowner wanted to solve a number of storage and flow problems in the kitchen, including a wasted area dedicated to a desk, too-little pantry storage, and her wish for a kitchen bar. The all white builder kitchen lacked character, and the client wanted to inject color, texture and personality into the kitchen while keeping it classic.

Family of Four + Rufus

Design Studio West

Space is what this family of four needed. Not just space, but a fun space where they could cook together, and have room to play. Design Studio West - Adriana Cordero The three different colored cabinets and 2 different door styles give this kitchen a fun and inviting feel. Design Studio West - Adriana Cordero

Scandi Boho Kitchen

Create Good Sinks

Our 4 foot workstation sink nestles perfectly into this oversized island. The waterfall countertops and statement light fixtures keep the space clean, yet interesting. The ledge accessories and 10" depth of our sinks help to keep your counters free of food prep debris and to prevent spillover of dirty dishes.

Coastal Mediterranean Remodel

Lola Interiors

Photo: Jessie Preza Photography
Photo of a small mediterranean single-wall separate kitchen in Jacksonville with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, no island, brown floor, grey benchtop and timber.

Modern Classic Double Island Kitchen

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

Designer Megan’s clients desired a functional space that allowed for entertaining and large family gatherings. To create a larger, more open space for the kitchen, a wall was removed between the dining room and the kitchen. A new dining room was created in the front of the house, giving new life to an underutilized formal living room space.

KITCHEN & GENERAL REMODELING, LYNWOOD

American Home Improvement Inc.

Complete kitchen remodeling from old and fixer-upper to newly remodeled.
Small traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen Design

Impeccable by Meredith Park

This kitchen transformation brought an out-dated kitchen a fresh, new contemporary look with better flow and function. White perimeter cabinets are set off by a navy island and hutch area. The tile backsplash with grey with a white pattern - a perfect look with the stainless steel appliances. The polished nickel fixtures and hardware sparkle. The butler's pantry area features glass tile and a hammered sink with navy cabinets and open shelving

Starmount Modern

SR Design Group, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized modern galley kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Wauconda Lake House

Briggs Design Associates, Inc.

Photo of a large beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

After - Kitchen Nook

KD Project Design, LLC

The classic styling of the original home was recaptured and modernized with a modern open floorplan and tasteful, classic design. Interiors by Mara Raphael; Photos by Tessa Neustadt

Kitchen

Donna Guyler Design

Donna Guyler Design
Large beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Gold Coast - Tweed with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Serene Home in Annandale

Pilcher Residential

Pilcher Residential
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall open plan kitchen in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and brown benchtop.

Avondale Residence

Carlton Construction

Jessie Preza
This is an example of a traditional kitchen in Jacksonville with white cabinets, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, wood benchtops, brown floor, brown benchtop, a single-bowl sink, white splashback, porcelain splashback and shaker cabinets.

Transitional Mixed Media Kitchen Remodel

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Mike Kaskel
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Nellie Gail Night & Day Transformation

Transitions Designs

Talk about specialty storage! How about all your spices within easy reach of your range top? Custom storage where you need it. Porcelain tile is durable. Custom cabinets with pots & pans drawers. Photos by: Jeri Koegel

New Custom Mount Pleasant

Barrow Building Group

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Charleston with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, no island and beige floor.

Transitional Kitchen Remodel

Studio B Designs

Studio B Designs
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Dallas with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and grey floor.

Kitchen with a Single-bowl Sink and Shaker Cabinets 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!