Kelly Ann Photos
This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island and white floor.

Nuuanu

Ko'olau Builders

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Hawaii with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback and light hardwood floors.

Hollywood Glam

Joey Leicht Design Inc.

Design ideas for an expansive traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback and brown floor.

Hollywood Glam

Joey Leicht Design Inc.

Design ideas for an expansive traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stone tile splashback and brown floor.

NW DC Row House Kitchen Restoration

St. Clair Kitchens

Design ideas for a small transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and a peninsula.

Rolling Hills Kitchen

Built By Newkirk

Jeri Koegel
Mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Primrose Hill Apartment

Amos Goldreich Architecture

We completed a luxury apartment in Primrose Hill. This is the second apartment within the same building to be designed by the practice, commissioned by a new client who viewed the initial scheme and immediately briefed the practice to conduct a similar high-end refurbishment. The brief was to fully maximise the potential of the 60-square metre, two-bedroom flat, improving usable space, and optimising natural light.   We significantly reconfigured the apartment’s spatial lay-out – the relocated kitchen, now open-plan, is seamlessly integrated within the living area, while a window between the kitchen and the entrance hallway creates new visual connections and a more coherent sense of progression from one space to the next. The previously rather constrained single bedroom has been enlarged, with additional windows introducing much needed natural light. The reconfigured space also includes a new bathroom.  The apartment is finely detailed, with bespoke joinery and ingenious storage solutions such as a walk-in wardrobe in the master bedroom and a floating sideboard in the living room. Elsewhere, potential space has been imaginatively deployed – a former wall cabinet now accommodates the guest WC.  The choice of colour palette and materials is deliberately light in tone, further enhancing the apartment’s spatial volumes, while colourful furniture and accessories provide focus and variation. Photographer: Rory Gardiner

White Kitchen with Peninsula

DG Kitchen & Bath

Mike Kaskel
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula and shaker cabinets.

Rear Extension, Holly Road, Richmond

50 Degrees North Architects

Overview Simple extension in Twickenham. The Brief The primary aim of this project was to create a space to cook and eat in while repositioning the ground floor bathroom. Our Solution The clients blend of vintage and crisp modern architecture meant the scheme could be a little industrial in its aesthetic. We have combined several key features – An oversized rooflight to flood the kitchen with sun; a feature pivot door to the garden and a simple wrapped zinc roof. With the clients fantastic garden to look onto and a reclaimed gym floor to add a bit of reclaimed chic, this has created some striking, crisp architecture. Category

Kitchen Extension, Benfleet Rd.

Kube Kitchens UK

Large contemporary kitchen in Essex with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, with island and an undermount sink.

Kinda Blue

Robert Paige Cabinetry LLC

Photos by William Quarles Designed by Robert Paige Cabinetry and homeowner Built by Robert Paige Cabinetry
Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charleston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Blue Ridge Mid Century Kitchen

Fivedot

Kitchen remodel for a mid century house
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Washington, DC - Contemporary - Kitchen

Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath

Washington, DC Contemporary Kitchen #JenniferGilmer http://www.gilmerkitchens.com/ Photography by Bob Narod

Mid Century Modern Ranch

Mosaik Design & Remodeling

This outdated Mid Century ranch built in late 1950’s was in serious need of an update. Our clients wanted a fresh contemporary feel that was simple in design and reflected the original Mid Century feel of the home. The new frosted Plexiglas railing allows the now open staircase and modern pendant to become part of the small dining area. White painted cabinetry with slab doors and minimal pulls add a lighter component and balance out the dark walnut cabinetry. The (3) built-in charging drawers, Legrand retractable outlets and a single door hood that opens with a light touch add a "cool" functional vibe to the space., Gray quartz countertops and a rectilinear white tile backsplash add serenity and tie in the stainless appliances giving the kitchen a modern feel. A wood waterfall countertop detail on the back of the island adds interest to the space and is anchored by the unique handblown wave glass pendants in a soft grey color. The new exposed support is both dramatic and functional in that it hides a support post in open bookcase cabinet. Wendi Nordeck Photography

Mountview

Martins Camisuli Architects

What struck us strange about this property was that it was a beautiful period piece but with the darkest and smallest kitchen considering it's size and potential. We had a quite a few constrictions on the extension but in the end we managed to provide a large bright kitchen/dinning area with direct access to a beautiful garden and keeping the 'new ' in harmony with the existing building. We also expanded a small cellar into a large and functional Laundry room with a cloakroom bathroom. Jake Fitzjones Photography Ltd

Havertown Petite Kitchen

Design Manifest

High end, highly custom complete kitchen remodel with amazing details. THE KEY FEATURES - Dining Room Wall removed - Island w/ sink, dishwasher and trash/recycling; eating area that seats 2-3 people on the other side - Full height Pantry next to refrigerator - 36″ paneled refrigerator - 3 Work Zones: the island, left of the range, right of the range - Snack Zone: a place away from the work zone to house the toaster, coffeemaker and microwave - Dish/ Cutlery Storage: Two sets of dishes and cutlery also store in the cabinets on the snack zone wall. - Ample Cooking storage: Two 45″ and 33″ base cabinets with adjustable roll-out shelves provide ample space for pots/ pans / cooking supplies - Garden Window Relocated and Re-sized. . Photo by Courtney Apple

White Painted Shaker Galley Kitchen with Quartz countertops

Bouchard-Pierce

Mark Bayer
This is an example of a small transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Burlington with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Upper West Side Apartment Remodel - 395 Riverside Drive

Archetype Architecture

Eric Soltan Photography www.ericsoltan.com
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, quartzite benchtops and ceramic splashback.

Elkhorn Kitchen Remodel

Stebnitz Builders, Inc.

This kitchen remodel project was a great project to be a part of and a large part of that is that our clients were just that much fun. They had a blast during the project and knew that when it was all complete, they’d have a beautiful kitchen with a very important feature – the Beer Cooler! Beth Welsh, Interior Changes

Contemporary Condo Kitchen Conversion - Chicago, IL

Drury Design

Like most high rises in the city, this kitchen was lacking in square footage. To give the illusion of more space, super white cabinetry from Grabill Cabinet Company and Arabascato quartzite countertops were installed. Perfect for entertaining, dual peninsulas comfortably provide seating for four people. The multi-tiered ceiling provides both general task lighting & ambient cove lighting accentuating the architectural details in this kitchen. The Wolf induction cooktop and single oven, along with the Broan ventilation system, fit perfectly on limited available wall space. Neutral arabesque glass backsplash tile was used on the wall behind the hood to create an eye-catching focal point.

Kitchen with an Undermount Sink and Quartzite 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!