photography: Amit Geron
Photo of an expansive modern single-wall separate kitchen in Tel Aviv with stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, limestone floors and no island.

Aguilar Custom Home

JITA Contracting, Inc

Gail Edelen
Photo of an expansive country galley kitchen pantry in Denver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and multiple islands.

Drummoyne

Love Coming Home

Very modern and streamlined kitchen - walls were removed to open the space No handles, everything built in where possible Coffee machine behind bi-fold doors pull out shelves to increase the depth of cabinet space Stone bench top with stone waterfall ends to island Walk in pantry Canopy range hood, gas cook top and under bench oven Under mount sink Pendant lighting Soft close drawers and doors

Arbutus Ridge - Kitchen & Laundry

McPherson Cabinetry

The clients requested a kitchen that was simple, flush and had that built-in feel. This kitchen achieves that and so much more with the fabulously multi-tasking island, and the fun red splash back.

The Mirabelle (The Springs of Mill Lakes)

Homeworks of Alabama, Inc

Open floor plan with kitchen/eating area as part of the living space. Great for entertaining or hosting largers groups but intimate enough for a couple. Photo Creds: Three Sixty Real Estate

Kitchen Remodel

W Design Living

Project By WDesignLiving, white kitchen, kitchen island, caesarstone countertop, white shakers cabinets, pearl white subway tiles, double oven, microwave hood, french door refrigerator, kitchen counter stools, upholstered counter stools, picture window, kitchen window, view to backyard, white floor, porcelain tile floor, glossy floor, polished floor, gray floor, family room, kids play area, living room, open floor plan, open layout, open concept, dining room

St. Charles of New York

A&D Building | 150 E 58th St. | NYC

Photo of a large industrial kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Dickhut Home

d KISER design.construct, inc.

Collaboration between dKISER design.construct, inc. and AToM design studio Photos by Colin Conces Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped separate kitchen in Omaha with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, orange splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and a peninsula.

Modern Custom Home

Capstone Custom Homes

Contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Calgary with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Modern Kitchen Chislehurst

piqu

A modern stylish kitchen designed by piqu and supplied by our German manufacturer Ballerina. The crisp white handleless cabinets are paired with a dark beautifully patterned Caesarstone called Vanilla Noir. A black Quooker tap and appliances from Siemen's Studioline range reinforce the luxurious and sleek design.

Classic British Kitchen in Ashington, West Sussex

Alexander Kitchens

Authentic British Kitchen in Worthing, West Sussex A traditional kitchen with handmade cabinetry and dovetail joinery was required for this sunny seaside renovation. The Brief An ultra-luxurious, authentic kitchen was required for this development project undertaken by our contract department. To tie in with high ceilings and sash windows a traditional theme was sought to impress potential suitors of this wonderful property. The property is a four-storey townhouse near to the seaside in Worthing and has been developed to an exceptional standard for a private client. Design Elements The developer already had an idea of the layout of the space, with a wall-to-wall run and island as the preferred configuration. To add the authentic, traditional element to the project our handmade British kitchen option from Mereway Kitchens was required, boasting handmade cabinetry and dovetail joinery. A Diamond Grey finish has been opted for, which combines nicely with the sparkling quartz work surfaces. Special Inclusions To match the premium furnishings with premium functionality, a combination of Siemens cooking appliances has been utilised. Notable inclusions are a Siemens warming drawer, a combination oven and a Caple wine cabinet. Integrated appliances have been opted for in the form of Siemens refrigerator, freezer and dishwasher. Project Highlight The real standout of this project is the handmade cabinetry, which matches the grandeur of this property in every way. The dovetailed oak joinery is exhibited across all drawers and cupboards in this kitchen space. Understated door knobs and cup handles have been chosen to match the traditional style. The End Result This project is a fantastic example of the exceptional handcrafted cabinetry that we can offer from our British supplier. The detail and special inclusions add a fantastic allure to this kitchen thanks to a great design and installation from our contracts team. If you are looking for a traditional handmade kitchen then our handcrafted British option may be just what you require. Talk to our design team about upgrading your kitchen today.

Mr & Mrs Porterfield

Elite Kitchens Manchester

Leicht Carbon Grey
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary kitchen in Manchester with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Küche in weiß und schwarz

REFUGIUM - Interior Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in Dusseldorf with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Edwardian house

Inscope Management Services Ltd

Design, plan, supply and install new kitchen. Works included taking the the room back to a complete shell condition. The original Edwardian structural timbers were treated for woodworm, acoustic insulation installed within the ceiling void, wall to the garden lined with thermal insulation. Radiator and position changed. The original internal hinged door was converted to a sliding pocket door to save space and improve access. All the original boiler pipework was exposed and interfered with the work surfaces, this has all been reconfigured and concealed to allow unhindered, clean lines around the work top area, The room is long and narrow and the new wood plank flooring has been laid diagonally to visually widen the room. Walls are painted in a two tone yellow which contrasts with the grey cabinetry, white worksurfaces and woodwork. The Strada handleless cabinets are finished in matte dust grey and finished with a white quartz work surface and upstand New celing, display and undercabinet and plinth lighting complete this bright, very functional and revived room.

Holiday Apartment, Porthleven

Now Kitchens

Small is beautiful! It's the details in this holiday apartment in Porthleven that make all the difference. The kitchen is Masterclass Sutton H-Line (handlesless) in Heritage Grey with Oak accents on the handle rail and plinth. Solid oak shelving has been stained to match the other wood details and cleverly contrasted by industrial look lighting. The huge glass splashback in Decoglaze 'Aegean' really makes this petite kitchen stand out from the crowd.

Contemporary Prairie Style Home

User

The open space plan on the main level of the Prairie Style home is deceiving of the actual separation of spaces. This home packs a punch with a private hot tub, craft room, library, and even a theater. The interior of the home features the same attention to place, as the natural world is evident in the use of granite, basalt, walnut, poplar, and natural river rock throughout. Floor to ceiling windows in strategic locations eliminates the sense of compression on the interior, while the overall window design promotes natural daylighting and cross-ventilation in nearly every space of the home. Glo’s A5 Series in double pane was selected for the high performance values and clean, minimal frame profiles. High performance spacers, double pane glass, multiple air seals, and a larger continuous thermal break combine to reduce convection and eliminate condensation, ultimately providing energy efficiency and thermal performance unheard of in traditional aluminum windows. The A5 Series provides smooth operation and long-lasting durability without sacrificing style for this Prairie Style home.

Havelock ADU

Salmon Built LLC

Sung Kokko Photo
Small modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Luxury kitchen

HANÁK NÁBYTEK

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

HDB Mansionette - Jalan Rajah

Free Space Intent

Photo of a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Singapore with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, grey floor and white benchtop.

LUCEVOLUMETRICA

Tommaso Giunchi Architetti

Cesar Cucine, piano e isola in marmo di Carrara, ante laccate bianco.
Design ideas for an expansive modern open plan kitchen in Milan with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Kitchen with an Undermount Sink and Glass Sheet Splashback 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!