Danilo Balaban / Ksenija Jurinec
Photo of a small mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, brick floors and no island.

Fulham Lion House

Into interior design

Chris Snook
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Spanish revival

Interiors by KC, Inc

Peter McMenamin
Large mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

LH House

Red Architecture

© Red Architecture
Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, limestone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Carmen & Emilio

Volta_

This is an example of an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Alicante-Costa Blanca with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, with island, brown benchtop, an integrated sink, panelled appliances and beige floor.

MAISON BOURGEOISE

Maison Patronat- conseil en décoration et travaux

L'évier et le plan de travail sont en pierre de bourgogne. Le mur côté fenêtre est resté en pierres apparentes et l'ancienne fenêtre conservée pour donner du charme à cette cuisine.

Lake Forest Residence

Illinois Granite & Marble Ltd.

Krzysztof Hotlos
Design ideas for a large arts and crafts u-shaped kitchen in Chicago with white splashback, with island, an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, limestone benchtops and stainless steel appliances.

Polo Club Interior Remodel

Robert R. Larsen, Architect

Imported European limestone floor slabs. Trimless polished white plaster walls. Reclaimed rustic wood beams. Antique limestone counters & sink. Robert R. Larsen, A.I.A. Photo

Rouken Glen II

Studio Dearborn

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.

Zunz Kitchen Case Study

Roundhouse

Roundhouse Urbo and Classic matt lacquer hand painted, luxury bespoke kitchen. Urbo in Farrow & Ball Hardwick White and Classic in Farrow & Ball Downpipe. Worktop in Honed Basaltina Limestone with pencil edge and splashback in stainless steel. Photography by Darren Chung.

cuisine château

LPASSE DESIGN

création d'une cuisine dans un château de 2000 m2 , espace à la mesure du lieu . Tout l'espace à été repensé et reconstituée après restauration complète du bâtiment . Choix de terre cuite tomette pour le sol , poutres et chevrons ancien pour le plafond . La hotte de cuisson est une cheminée ancienne détournée avec une plaque en fonte ancienne pour la crédence . L'ensemble des façades est composé de portes anciennes XVIII em découpés et ajustés en fonction des aménagements choisis . Tout les linéaires bas ouvrant sur des tiroirs inox . Les plans de travail sont composés de pierres de sol anciennes dites bar de Montpellier . Linéaire de grandes portes ouvrant sur divers placards de rangement .

Fulham Lion House

Into interior design

Chris Snook
Photo of a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

TWIN + Simona Garufi

Elica Americas Range Hoods

Casa Decor is an architecture and interior design fair that gives opportunity to many professionals and companies to create within a month spaces to live inside of a completely empty building. This kitchen project called "Past-IT. Hands made ideas" was born from the idea of creating a two-soul ambient, one strongly industrial, the other more handcrafted. Steel, brick and concrete were mixed in a receipe of true original taste and a pure italian spirit. With the name "past-IT" that recalls the mamme who wisely created the home-made pasta. The furniture were over the same lane: the suspended kitchen cabinets with a steel rail system as well as the traditional oven. Everything moves around the human, and not the opposite; a way of making more dynamic and contemporary the most creative space of the house: the kitchen. Find our more about Simona at her HOUZZ profile!

Lorne Park

Frahm Interiors - Burlington ON

Kitchen with a comfortable mix of textures and styles
This is an example of a large transitional eat-in kitchen in Toronto with recessed-panel cabinets, beige splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, an integrated sink, grey cabinets, limestone benchtops, stone tile splashback and panelled appliances.

The Fish Camp

Perrone Construction Custom Homes

Photo of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, with island, grey benchtop, an integrated sink, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Chelsea Townhouse

Studio Bua

Situated within a Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea conservation area, this unique home was most recently remodelled in the 1990s by the Manser Practice and is comprised of two perpendicular townhouses connected by an L-shaped glazed link. Initially tasked with remodelling the house’s living, dining and kitchen areas, Studio Bua oversaw a seamless extension and refurbishment of the wider property, including rear extensions to both townhouses, as well as a replacement of the glazed link between them. The design, which responds to the client’s request for a soft, modern interior that maximises available space, was led by Studio Bua’s ex-Manser Practice principal Mark Smyth. It combines a series of small-scale interventions, such as a new honed slate fireplace, with more significant structural changes, including the removal of a chimney and threading through of a new steel frame. Studio Bua, who were eager to bring new life to the space while retaining its original spirit, selected natural materials such as oak and marble to bring warmth and texture to the otherwise minimal interior. Also, rather than use a conventional aluminium system for the glazed link, the studio chose to work with specialist craftsmen to create a link in lacquered timber and glass. The scheme also includes the addition of a stylish first-floor terrace, which is linked to the refurbished living area by a large sash window and features a walk-on rooflight that brings natural light to the redesigned master suite below. In the master bedroom, a new limestone-clad bathtub and bespoke vanity unit are screened from the main bedroom by a floor-to-ceiling partition, which doubles as hanging space for an artwork. Studio Bua’s design also responds to the client’s desire to find new opportunities to display their art collection. To create the ideal setting for artist Craig-Martin’s neon pink steel sculpture, the studio transformed the boiler room roof into a raised plinth, replaced the existing rooflight with modern curtain walling and worked closely with the artist to ensure the lighting arrangement perfectly frames the artwork. Contractor: John F Patrick Structural engineer: Aspire Consulting Photographer: Andy Matthews

City Beach

Glenda Roff

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Perth with an integrated sink, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Albert Bridge Road

Granit Architects + Interiors

Andrew Beasley
This is an example of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, limestone benchtops, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Old Town Evolution

Sagart Studio

The kitchen and dining room were designed to become an integral part of a double-height spatial experience with a view of, and direct access to, the backyard. Finished in high gloss lacquer, the cabinetry catches light and shapes from the outside and reflects them back into the interior space. The full-height backsplash adds to the feeling of a space within a space.

Sant'Agostino Terry Nuove

TILESHOP

Photo Credit: Sant'Agostino Ceramiche Tileshop 16216 Raymer Street Van Nuys, CA 91406 Other California Locations: Berkeley and San Jose
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with an integrated sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances and porcelain floors.

Kitchen with an Integrated 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!