A spacious Tudor Revival in Lower Westchester was revamped with an open floor plan and large kitchen with breakfast area and counter seating. The leafy view on the range wall was preserved with a series of large leaded glass windows by LePage. Wire brushed quarter sawn oak cabinetry in custom stain lends the space warmth and old world character. Kitchen design and custom cabinetry by Studio Dearborn. Architect Ned Stoll, Stoll and Stoll. Pietra Cardosa limestone counters by Rye Marble and Stone. Appliances by Wolf and Subzero; range hood by Best. Cabinetry color: Benjamin Moore Brushed Aluminum. Hardware by Schaub & Company. Stools by Arteriors Home. Shell chairs with dowel base, Modernica. Photography Neil Landino.

Modern Lake Cottage

Method Architecture Studio, PLLC

Custom designed kitchen island with douglas fir timber legs to compliment the adjacent living room timber trusses. Chef's style island where guests gather round. Oil-rubbed bronze hardware, white kitchen cabinetry and a nice modern neutral backsplash make this incredibly easy on the eyes!

Beachway

Paul Alexander Kitchens

A beautiful in-frame kitchen manufactured by our British supplier Stoneham in there 'Penshurst' range. A solid wood Oak painted door with inner cock beading, really sets this kitchen apart and painted in Farrow & Ball colours. The island is over 4m in length and offers the perfect breakfast bar fro 4 people to enjoy tea and coffee int he mornings. But the real 'wow' factor comes from the tall bank of units, that contain a hidden drink station and bar area behind mirrored pocket doors. With the rich walnut veneer interiors contrasting beautifully with the external door colour. Either side of them are two secret hidden doors, one leading to the utility room and the other leading to the children's playroom. No detail was left un-turned.

White Kitchen @ Monavale

Impala Kitchens and Bathrooms

Our client was renovating a house on Sydney’s Northern Beaches so a light, bright, beach feel was the look they were after. The brief was to design a functional, free-flowing kitchen that included an island for practicality, but maintained flow of the space. To create interest and drama the client wanted to use large format stone as a splashback and island feature. In keeping with clean, uncluttered look, the appliances are hidden in a multi-function corner pantry with drawers. An integrated fridge adds to the neat finish of the kitchen. Appliances: Miele Stone: Quantum Statuario Quartz Sink: Franke Tap: Oliverti Fridge: Fisher & Paykel Handles: Artia Cabinetry: Dallas Door in Dulux White

Classic design. Timeless elegance.

User

Hand scraped walnut floors give the space warmth and texture, walnut accents are carried through the design in the drawer interiors and on the range hood. Classic white kitchen designed and built by Jewett Farms + Co. Functional for family life with a design that will stand the test of time. White cabinetry, soapstone perimeter counters and marble island top. Hand scraped walnut floors. Walnut drawer interiors and walnut trim on the range hood. Many interior details, check out the rest of the project photos to see them all.

Remodel: Mission Viejo, CA

Pristine Renovations, Inc.

This project was a one of a kind remodel. it included the demolition of a previously existing wall separating the kitchen area from the living room. The inside of the home was completely gutted down to the framing and was remodeled according the owners specifications. This remodel included a one of a kind custom granite countertop and eating area, custom cabinetry, an indoor outdoor bar, a custom vinyl window, new electrical and plumbing, and a one of a kind entertainment area featuring custom made shelves, and stone fire place.

Honor Oak

Archic

Photo of a large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, pink splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and grey floor.

Uptown Condo Kitchen

Atwood: Fine Architectural Cabinetry

Dark Wenge wood and glossy white cabinetry define this compact kitchen. The pull-up cabinet doors make for readily accessible storage over the sink wall.

Sweet Sunnyside Residence Aspen Colorado

Eigelberger Architecture and Design

Cristof Eigelberger
This is an example of an expansive traditional open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, black splashback, dark hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Classy White with Spirit, Wood-Mode

San Luis Kitchen Co.

Wood-Mode cabinets highlight this extensive Victorian kitchen. A detailed raised panel doorstyle in classic white paired with lots of glass fronted display cabinets make this kitchen a happy place to prepare and entertain. The aqua and taupe/brick backsplash brings in hints of Southwestern styling to the home. Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry: Beacon HIll

McKinnon

Standout Projects

This is an example of a large contemporary kitchen in Melbourne with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Palmetto Bluff Masterpiece

StoneWorks, Inc.

It's hard to capture in a photograph all of the thoughtfully designed elements in just this space. The Macaubas quartzite countertops, dense with natural veining, merge effortlessly with an integrated sink in a 5-foot-wide sunken work station and built-in cutting board, complete with custom-designed waterfall feature.

住まい工房ギャラリー

株式会社　住まい工房

Modern single-wall kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Earls Court Family Apartment

Godrich Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in London with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island and grey benchtop.

Fabulous Kitchens

Brandon Barré Architectural Interior Photographer

Nest Design Studio
Photo of a transitional eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Award-winning Kitchen Remodel

Pineapple House Interior Design

Pineapple House designers replaced a small window and French door across from the staircase with a modernized, nine-mullion glass door with sidelights, which floods natural light into the back area. Galina Coada Photography

Paddington

P.Built Constructions

Inspiration for a small single-wall open plan kitchen in Central Coast with an integrated sink, louvered cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Morgan res

Zuver Construction

This refreshing kitchen is light and bright and features a black walnut countertop with a Waterlox finish. The island provides incredible storage with half a dozen cupboards and the out-of-sight microwave. The display cabinet, at left, features beadboard planks, a puck light and clear shelving to illuminate its contents. Under cabinet lighting also enhances the cheerful vibe of the space. What was once a cramped and enclosed kitchen blocked by a large fireplace is now and open and refreshing place to cook family meals together. Photo credit: Real Estate Tours Oregon

Grifflose bulthaup b3 Kücheninsel mit Deckensegel

bulthaup im belsenpark b. schleiting e.K.

Foto: Tom Reindel Fotorafie
Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Dusseldorf with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, concrete benchtops, black appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Modern Yellow and Stainless Steel Kitchen

David Bae Architect

Small contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen with an Integrated Sink and Dark Hardwood Floors 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!