Remove and replaced existing cabinets. All new appliances, countertops, backsplash, flooring.
Design ideas for a small transitional u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, green splashback, mosaic tile splashback, medium hardwood floors and no island.

California Cottage in Altadena

Charmean Neithart Interiors

Photography by Erika Bierman www.erikabiermanphotography.com
Mid-sized beach style l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a peninsula, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, solid surface benchtops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, a single-bowl sink and medium hardwood floors.

French 75

EgoDesign

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, beige floor, white benchtop and recessed.

linear lines modern city apartment peninsular layout kitchen

Newcastle Kitchen & Bedroom Co

Clean lines and simplicity in furniture design can help create an illusion of greater space in a modest sized room, as demonstrated in this modern city apartment. The peninsular layout provides a continuous preparation surface and forms a separation between cooking and living areas whilst at the same time retaining an open-plan feel.

Built-in Kitchen Cabinetry by TaylorMadeCabinets.NET

Taylor Made Cabinets, Leominster MA

Angela Taylor, Taylor Made Cabinets Leominster MA
Design ideas for a large transitional eat-in kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor, a single-bowl sink, grey cabinets and white benchtop.

Hackney Kitchen

Amy Stoddart Studio Ltd

This two-bed property in East London is a great example of clever spatial planning. The room was 1.4m by 4.2m, so we didn't have much to work with. We made the most of the space by integrating slimline appliances, such as the 450 dishwasher and 150 wine cooler. This enabled the client to have exactly what they wanted in the kitchen function-wise, along with having a really nicely designed space that worked with the industrial nature of the property.

Maine Lakeside Home

OLSON LEWIS + Architects

James Solomon Photographer
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

White is white, 76,5m2 à Paris

Ameo Concept

Idéalement situé en plein cœur du Marais sur la mythique place des Vosges, ce duplex sur cour comportait initialement deux contraintes spatiales : sa faible hauteur sous plafond (2,09m au plus bas) et sa configuration tout en longueur. Le cahier des charges des propriétaires faisait quant à lui mention de plusieurs demandes à satisfaire : la création de trois chambres et trois salles d’eau indépendantes, un espace de réception avec cuisine ouverte, le tout dans une atmosphère la plus épurée possible. Pari tenu ! Le niveau rez-de-chaussée dessert le volume d’accueil avec une buanderie invisible, une chambre avec dressing & espace de travail, ainsi qu’une salle d’eau. Au premier étage, le palier permet l’accès aux sanitaires invités ainsi qu’une seconde chambre avec cabinet de toilette et rangements intégrés. Après quelques marches, le volume s’ouvre sur la salle à manger, dans laquelle prend place un bar intégrant deux caves à vins et une niche en Corian pour le service. Le salon ensuite, où les assises confortables invitent à la convivialité, s’ouvre sur une cuisine immaculée dont les caissons hauts se font oublier derrière des façades miroirs. Enfin, la suite parentale située à l’extrémité de l’appartement offre une chambre fonctionnelle et minimaliste, avec sanitaires et salle d’eau attenante, le tout entièrement réalisé en béton ciré. L’ensemble des éléments de mobilier, luminaires, décoration, linge de maison & vaisselle ont été sélectionnés & installés par l’équipe d’Ameo Concept, pour un projet clé en main aux mille nuances de blancs.

Green&wood kitchen

3DDOC

Design ideas for a small contemporary separate kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Квартира на Аптекарском переулке в Петербурге

Maxim Maximov

Кухня в 3 цветах: дерево, зеленый матовый и серый матовый. Над барной стойкой-островом располагаются подвесные полки для бокалов и посуды. В острове предусмотрен винный шкаф.

Stunning Hampton style kitchen

Makings of Fine Kitchens & Bathrooms

Large open space great for entertaining. Hamptons style Kitchen boast a large wide island bench with Caesarstone Statuario Maximus. Kitchen has both ample bench and storage space, with large pantry and European stainless steel appliances including a wine fridge, large stainless steel sink and tap. White subway tiles laid in a herringbone pattern! Kitchen

REFORMA DE UN APARTAMENTO DE 55M2 EN BARCELONA

F2M Arquitectura

ARQUITECTOS: F2M ARQUITECTURA FOTOGRAFIA: SANDRA ROJO ACCESORIOS Y MOBILIARIO: DOSMESTICOSHOP COCINA Y CARPINTERIA MADERA: OLIVER GOMEZ CARPINTERIA ALUMINIO: MAFAC VALLES INSTALACIONS: ANTONIO LOPEZ JARDINERIA FORN

Квартира с системой Умный Дом на Петровском проспекте

Maxim Maximov

Фото: Максим Максимов Проект: Intelliger http://www.intelliger.ru/

California Cottage in Altadena

Charmean Neithart Interiors

Photography by Erika Bierman www.erikabiermanphotography.com
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a peninsula, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, solid surface benchtops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, a single-bowl sink and medium hardwood floors.

White is white, 76,5m2 à Paris

Ameo Concept

Luftige offene Küche 3050

Lang Küchen & Accessoires

Diese Küche fügt sich ganz ohne Hochschränke wunderbar in den offenen Raum ein und vermittelt dabei ein Gefühl der Leichtigkeit.
Photo of a mid-sized modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Frankfurt with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

家族団らんしやすいコンパクトハウス

アルフレッシュ

キッチンの作業がはかどるLIXILのアレスタを採用。キッチンカウンターには、モザイクタイル柄アクセントクロスを貼り、モダンな印象を与えます。スピーカー付きダウンライトを選ばれ、耳に心地の良い音楽を聞きながら作業ができます。
This is an example of a small modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, grey floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

AlTimimi

Upper Left General Contracting

This classic kitchen with raised panel doors has a traditional attitude.
Design ideas for a small l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

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.

Scandinavian Kitchen

Pia Design

Photography by Richard Chivers. Project Copyright to Ardesia Design Ltd.
Mid-sized scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, no island, white floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with a Single-bowl Sink and Solid Surface 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!