Co-Designer: Trisha Gaffney, AKBD | Co-Designer & Cabinetry by: Vawn Greany, CMKBD | Dura Supreme Cabinetry by Collaborative Interiors | Photography by: Dale Lang, NW Architectural Photography |

Parade of Homes - Aspen II

Titan Homes, Inc.

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Classic Lines

SH interiors

SH interiors
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Paradise Living

Friedman & Shields

raised eating bar, waterfall edge, walk in wine frig, custom metal hood
This is an example of an expansive contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, beige floor and grey benchtop.

The Barefoot Bay Cottage

The Designory

The Barefoot Bay Cottage is the first holiday house to be designed and built for boutique accommodation business, Barefoot Escapes. Working with many of The Designory’s favourite brands, it has been designed with an overriding luxe Australian coastal style synonymous with Sydney based team. The newly renovated three bedroom cottage is a north facing home which has been designed to capture the sun and the cooling summer breeze. Inside, the home is light-filled, open plan and imbues instant calm with a luxe palette of coastal and hinterland tones. The contemporary styling includes layering of earthy, tribal and natural textures throughout providing a sense of cohesiveness and instant tranquillity allowing guests to prioritise rest and rejuvenation. Images captured by Property Shot

Showroom

Kitchen Elite

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

My Photos

ARHI Bldg & Remodeling

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Indianapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, slate splashback, medium hardwood floors and black benchtop.

Alder Beaded Inset Cabinetry by Starmark

KraftMaster Renovations

This updated updated kitchen we got rid of the peninsula and adding a large island. Materials chosen are warm and welcoming while having a slight industrial feel with stainless appliances. Cabinetry by Starmark, the wood species is alder and the doors are inset. Chris Veith

Clever Kitchen Storage - DeWitt, MI

McDaniels Kitchen and Bath

This craftsman style kitchen design is the perfect combination of form and function. With a custom designed hutch and eat-in kitchen island featuring a CraftArt wood tabletop, the kitchen is the perfect place for family and friends to gather. The wood tone of the Medallion cabinetry contrasts beautifully with the dark Cambria quartz countertop and slate backsplash, but it is the excellent storage accessories inside these cabinets that really set this design apart. From tray dividers to magic corner pull-outs, this kitchen keeps clutter at bay and lets the design shine through.

Contemporary Comfort

LMOH Home

Shown in this photo: flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, a waterfall island, an undermount sink, quartzite countertops, stainless steel appliances, swivel counter stools, sculptural pendants, acacia hardwood flooring, accessories/finishing touches designed by LMOH Home. | Photography Joshua Caldwell.

Kitchen in the Woods

Design Perspective Interior Design, LLC

Our clients wanted to update their kitchen and create more storage space. They also needed a desk area in the kitchen and a display area for family keepsakes. With small children, they were not using the breakfast bar on the island, so we chose when redesigning the island to add storage instead of having the countertop overhang for seating. We extended the height of the cabinetry also. A desk area with 2 file drawers and mail sorting cubbies was created so the homeowners could have a place to organize their bills, charge their electronics, and pay bills. We also installed 2 plugs into the narrow bookcase to the right of the desk area with USB plugs for charging phones and tablets. Our clients chose a cherry craftsman cabinet style with simple cups and knobs in brushed stainless steel. For the countertops, Silestone Copper Mist was chosen. It is a gorgeous slate blue hue with copper flecks. To compliment this choice, I custom designed this slate backsplash using multiple colors of slate. This unique, natural stone, geometric backsplash complemented the countertops and the cabinetry style perfectly. We installed a pot filler over the cooktop and a pull-out spice cabinet to the right of the cooktop. To utilize counterspace, the microwave was installed into a wall cabinet to the right of the cooktop. We moved the sink and dishwasher into the island and placed a pull-out garbage and recycling drawer to the left of the sink. An appliance lift was also installed for a Kitchenaid mixer to be stored easily without ever having to lift it. To improve the lighting in the kitchen and great room which has a vaulted pine tongue and groove ceiling, we designed and installed hollow beams to run the electricity through from the kitchen to the fireplace. For the island we installed 3 pendants and 4 down lights to provide ample lighting at the island. All lighting was put onto dimmer switches. We installed new down lighting along the cooktop wall. For the great room, we installed track lighting and attached it to the sides of the beams and used directional lights to provide lighting for the great room and to light up the fireplace. The beautiful home in the woods, now has an updated, modern kitchen and fantastic lighting which our clients love.

Kitchen in Colorado Santa Barbara Style Home

Miklin Construction

Inspiration for a large mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

L Kitchen + Dining

Kumaran Design

This project is a whole house remodel + modern additions to an early 50's rancher. Here is a more focused view of the primary action corner. Outside, partially blocked, grows a magnificent Japanese maple. The kitchen and additions formed around this tree. Photo by Indivar Sivanathan.

Cygnus/Coffee Brown Granite

Midwest Marble & Granite

Cygnus granite on island tops and Coffee Brown granite on the perimeter countertops with slate backsplash tile, granite composite Blanco sink, and brushed nickel faucet.

Westlake Hills

GDK Remodeling

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, slate splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

NEW BUILD - LODGE STYLE CUSTOM HOME

Karen Hill INTERIORS

Photo of an expansive country eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands and brown floor.

Creating a Modern Residence with Clean Lines

GDC Construction

The bright, modernist feel of the exterior is also reflected in the home’s interior, particularly the kitchen.
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island and grey floor.

Net Zero Contemporary Cape

Kinsey Construction

Contemporary kitchen with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, black splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Kitchens

YORK ENTERPRISES LLC

This kitchen was reconfigured and opened up to the laundry area. The previous laundry area became a pantry/wine bar area. Pocket doors were removed and the wall reconfigured to open the kitchen up to the dining room. A slider to the deck was changed to a single door, creating wall space for additional cabinetry and moving the sink to enjoy the view.

Cherrystones

Kitchen Design Services

Stainless steel range and wine refrigerator. Slate tile back splash.
Photo of a small modern l-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances and cement tiles.

Kitchen with an Undermount Sink and Slate 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!