Coburg Frieze is a purified design that questions what’s really needed. The interwar property was transformed into a long-term family home that celebrates lifestyle and connection to the owners’ much-loved garden. Prioritising quality over quantity, the crafted extension adds just 25sqm of meticulously considered space to our clients’ home, honouring Dieter Rams’ enduring philosophy of “less, but better”. We reprogrammed the original floorplan to marry each room with its best functional match – allowing an enhanced flow of the home, while liberating budget for the extension’s shared spaces. Though modestly proportioned, the new communal areas are smoothly functional, rich in materiality, and tailored to our clients’ passions. Shielding the house’s rear from harsh western sun, a covered deck creates a protected threshold space to encourage outdoor play and interaction with the garden. This charming home is big on the little things; creating considered spaces that have a positive effect on daily life.

Covent Garden House

Elizabeth Bowman Ltd

Kitchen. Designed by Form Studio, the kitchen door fronts and island unit are made from White High Max. The stools are from Magi and the lights over the island unit from Martini Lighting. . . Bruce Hemming (photography) : Form Studio (architecture)

Symphony on the Hill

Vela Interior Design

Modern kitchen with rift-cut white oak cabinetry and a natural stone island.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary kitchen in Minneapolis with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

A Lofty Take in Victoria Park

The Kitchenworks

Located in the heart of Victoria Park neighborhood in Fort Lauderdale, FL, this kitchen is a play between clean, transitional shaker style with the edginess of a city loft. There is a crispness brought by the White Painted cabinets and warmth brought through the addition of Natural Walnut highlights. The grey concrete floors and subway-tile clad hood and back-splash ease more industrial elements into the design. The beautiful walnut trim woodwork, striking navy blue island and sleek waterfall counter-top live in harmony with the commanding presence of professional cooking appliances. The warm and storied character of this kitchen is further reinforced by the use of unique floating shelves, which serve as display areas for treasured objects to bring a layer of history and personality to the Kitchen. It is not just a place for cooking, but a place for living, entertaining and loving. Photo by: Matthew Horton

Time-Honored Beauty

Alexanders Designs & Remodeling LLC

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Hawaii with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige splashback, black appliances, no island, quartz benchtops, stone slab splashback, ceramic floors and beige floor.

Kitchen

Papallo Kitchens

Inspiration for an expansive modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, tile benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Freshwater

Jacqui Koska

Drinks cupboard with fold back doors
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen pantry in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances and beige benchtop.

Birch Grove Extension & Refurb

felixdb architectural design

Birch Grove. We designed a large contemporary rear extension and refurbished the whole house.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and beige splashback.

Dakota Ridge Remodel

Alpine Design Kitchens

Transitional galley open plan kitchen in Denver with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands and brown floor.

Mid-century Modern Kitchen

Dream Kitchens, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury galley separate kitchen in Chicago with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, no island and blue floor.

Kitchen (34), Harleysville, PA

Danken Corp.

Large transitional u-shaped kitchen in Philadelphia with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Spring Condos

Next Level Austin

Twist Tours, Austin, Texas
This is an example of a small transitional galley open plan kitchen in Austin with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen and Bath Gallery Projects

Kitchen and Bath Gallery

Mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, a peninsula and grey floor.

1018

User

This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

MCG Kitchen Dining

LLG Residential Design LLC

The cabinet doors to the right of the ovens open to a wonderful walk in pantry space. Adding a corner cabinet to a galley kitchen can really increase your pantry space.

Custom French Contemporary Home

Cook Designs

View of kitchen though to wine room from breakfast
Inspiration for an expansive traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Kitchen + Den

Ware Architecture Studio

Photo of a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

2010 Dream Home Pop-up Electrical Outlet

Casey's

Custom electrical outlet built into island granite counter top.
Inspiration for a large traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, travertine floors and with island.

White and Warm

Design First Interiors

This formerly small and cramped kitchen switched roles with the extra large eating area resulting in a dramatic transformation that takes advantage of the nice view of the backyard. The small kitchen window was changed to a new patio door to the terrace and the rest of the space was “sculpted” to suit the new layout. A Classic U-shaped kitchen layout with the sink facing the window was the best of many possible combinations. The primary components were treated as “elements” which combine for a very elegant but warm design. The fridge column, custom hood and the expansive backsplash tile in a fabric pattern, combine for an impressive focal point. The stainless oven tower is flanked by open shelves and surrounded by a pantry “bridge”; the eating bar and drywall enclosure in the breakfast room repeat this “bridge” shape. The walnut island cabinets combine with a walnut butchers block and are mounted on a pedestal for a lighter, less voluminous feeling. The TV niche & corkboard are a unique blend of old and new technologies for staying in touch, from push pins to I-pad. The light walnut limestone floor complements the cabinet and countertop colors and the two ceiling designs tie the whole space together.

New Hope Kitchen

Millwork LLC

Randl Bye Photography
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with granite benchtops, beige splashback, a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and Beige 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!