Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with beige cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink, louvered cabinets and terra-cotta splashback.

San Francisco Edwardian

Cathie Hong Interiors

We updated this century-old iconic Edwardian San Francisco home to meet the homeowners' modern-day requirements while still retaining the original charm and architecture. The color palette was earthy and warm to play nicely with the warm wood tones found in the original wood floors, trim, doors and casework.

EMERALD CITY

Studio Sven

Jacob Hand Photography + Motion- Photographer
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic u-shaped separate kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and medium hardwood floors.

Marsh View Residence

ML Design, Allied ASID

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Charleston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

California Desert Moroccan Home

ARTO

Close up of a kitchen wall with decorative cookware Moroccan Style Blue Arabesque Tile
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with terra-cotta splashback, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Westlake Remodel

Ariel Bleich Design

Butlers Kitchen Remodel, painted patterned wood floor planks
Inspiration for a large transitional galley separate kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, no island and grey benchtop.

Canal St Martin

Charlotte Vauvillier

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Aragon

Jula Cole Design

anna gex
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Collegeville PA White Island Kitchen

Main Line Kitchen Design

Scott Fredrick
This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, terra-cotta splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Kitchen

Taylor Woodworks

Painted kitchen featuring brick pizza oven. Large island with walnut counter-top. Photo by Justin and Elizabeth Taylor.
This is an example of a large traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Wilmington with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Downtown San Diego High Rise, Single Unit, Complete Remodel

Peterson Remodeling, Inc.

Design By- Jules Wilson I.D. Photo Taken By- Brady Architectural Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, brown splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors and with island.

Hill House

Kaiko Design Interiors

Kitchen design - Navy base cabinets with timber cabinets above. Black met arch with polished Venetian plaster finish. Handmade tiles to splash back . Curved island bench with wicker counter stools. Hardwood floor.

Nouvelle vie pour un appartement des années 60 sous le signe de la détente

Hakilam design

la cuisine d'origine (style rustique) avait des beaux volumes que nous avons valorisés en supprimant l'imposte au dessus d la porte et en élargissant la porte . Nous avons limité les meubles hauts sur un seul mur à droite, pour libérer le contour de la fenetre. Cuisine ikéa.

Lake House

Yichen Ke Interior Design

Modern rustic kitchen design featuring a custom metal bar cabinet with open shelving.
Photo of a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, orange floor, white benchtop and wood.

Reclaimed Timber & Elegant Brass

Sheffield Sustainable Kitchens

We designed this cosy grey family kitchen with reclaimed timber and elegant brass finishes, to work better with our clients’ style of living. We created this new space by knocking down an internal wall, to greatly improve the flow between the two rooms. Our clients came to us with the vision of creating a better functioning kitchen with more storage for their growing family. We were challenged to design a more cost-effective space after the clients received some architectural plans which they thought were unnecessary. Storage and open space were at the forefront of this design. Previously, this space was two rooms, separated by a wall. We knocked through to open up the kitchen and create a more communal family living area. Additionally, we knocked through into the area under the stairs to make room for an integrated fridge freezer. The kitchen features reclaimed iroko timber throughout. The wood is reclaimed from old school lab benches, with the graffiti sanded away to reveal the beautiful grain underneath. It’s exciting when a kitchen has a story to tell. This unique timber unites the two zones, and is seen in the worktops, homework desk and shelving. Our clients had two growing children and wanted a space for them to sit and do their homework. As a result of the lack of space in the previous room, we designed a homework bench to fit between two bespoke units. Due to lockdown, the clients children had spent most of the year in the dining room completing their school work. They lacked space and had limited storage for the children’s belongings. By creating a homework bench, we gave the family back their dining area, and the units on either side are valuable storage space. Additionally, the clients are now able to help their children with their work whilst cooking at the same time. This is a hugely important benefit of this multi-functional space. The beautiful tiled splashback is the focal point of the kitchen. The combination of the teal and vibrant yellow into the muted colour palette brightens the room and ties together all of the brass accessories. Golden tones combined with the dark timber give the kitchen a cosy ambiance, creating a relaxing family space. The end result is a beautiful new family kitchen-diner. The transformation made by knocking through has been enormous, with the reclaimed timber and elegant brass elements the stars of the kitchen. We hope that it will provide the family with a warm and homely space for many years to come.

Un intérieur doux et intemporel - Projet Iena

Mon Concept Habitation

Après plusieurs visites d'appartement, nos clients décident d'orienter leurs recherches vers un bien à rénover afin de pouvoir personnaliser leur futur foyer. Leur premier achat va se porter sur ce charmant 80 m2 situé au cœur de Paris. Souhaitant créer un bien intemporel, ils travaillent avec nos architectes sur des couleurs nudes, terracota et des touches boisées. Le blanc est également au RDV afin d'accentuer la luminosité de l'appartement qui est sur cour. La cuisine a fait l'objet d'une optimisation pour obtenir une profondeur de 60cm et installer ainsi sur toute la longueur et la hauteur les rangements nécessaires pour être ultra-fonctionnelle. Elle se ferme par une élégante porte art déco dessinée par les architectes. Dans les chambres, les rangements se multiplient ! Nous avons cloisonné des portes inutiles qui sont changées en bibliothèque; dans la suite parentale, nos experts ont créé une tête de lit sur-mesure et ajusté un dressing Ikea qui s'élève à présent jusqu'au plafond. Bien qu'intemporel, ce bien n'en est pas moins singulier. A titre d'exemple, la salle de bain qui est un clin d'œil aux lavabos d'école ou encore le salon et son mur tapissé de petites feuilles dorées.

Canal St Martin

Charlotte Vauvillier

Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, brown floor, white benchtop, an undermount sink, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Sea of Tile

Victoria Highfill

Design ideas for a large midcentury galley separate kitchen in Nashville with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and grey benchtop.

Southwestern Kitchen in Jamison, PA

Lang's Kitchen & Bath

This kitchen renovation brings a taste of the southwest to the Jamison, PA home. The distinctive design and color scheme is brought to life by the beautiful handmade terracotta tiles, which is complemented by the warm wood tones of the kitchen cabinets. Extra features like a dish drawer cabinet, countertop pot filler, built in laundry center, and chimney hood add to both the style and practical elements of the kitchen.

Coastal Remodel

South Trace Interiors

This was a total remodel! We took this home down to the studs and gave it a fresh look with creamy marble floors, light wood cabinets and custom pecky cypress wrapped beams and columns.

Kitchen with an Undermount Sink and Terra-cotta 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!