JKE Design / The Blue Room
Mid-sized modern open plan kitchen in Copenhagen with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and laminate benchtops.

Whistler Chalet

lee luxford a+d

Barry Calhoun Photography
Inspiration for an expansive modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, light hardwood floors, with island, window splashback, black appliances, beige floor, a drop-in sink, light wood cabinets, black splashback and black benchtop.

Cottesloe Home

Western Cabinets

Joel Barbitta D-Max Photography
Design ideas for a large modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Perth with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, tile benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

House of Many Visions

Rizon Design & Build Inc

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, black appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands and beige floor.

Waverley Project

Design Artistry

Large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Culver City Accessory Dwelling Unit

United Dwelling

Interior of Accessory Dwelling Unit shows kitchen.
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

SPRINGFIELD RESEIDENCE

Kitchens by Emanuel

CLASSIC LUXE - Custom designed and manufactured kitchen featuring a detailed profile, finished in a 'satin white' polyurethane - Custom made glass display doors, with glass 6mm thick glass shelves - Island seating nook - Profiled ceiling support posts - 60mm thick island stone benchtop with a full bull nose and lambs tongue edge - Matching marble look splashback - 40mm thick back benchtop with a mitred edge - Mesh insert, finished in white polyurethane for above the fridge cavity - Orante brass handles - Recessed warm white strip and round lights - Blum hardware Sheree Bounassif, Kitchens by Emanuel

Classic British Kitchen in Brighton, East Sussex

Alexander Kitchens

The Brief Designer Aron was tasked with creating the most of a wrap-around space in this Brighton property. For the project an on-trend theme was required, with traditional elements to suit the required style of the kitchen area. Every inch of space was to be used to fit all kitchen amenities, with plenty of storage and new flooring to be incorporated as part of the works. Design Elements To match the trendy style of this property, and the Classic theme required by this client, designer Aron has condured a traditional theme of sage green and oak. The sage green finish brings subtle colour to this project, with oak accents used in the window framing, wall unit cabinetry and built-in dresser storage. The layout is cleverly designed to fit the space, whilst including all required elements. Selected appliances were included in the specification of this project, with a reliable Neff Slide & Hide oven, built-in microwave and dishwasher. This client’s own Smeg refrigerator is a nice design element, with an integrated washing machine also fitted behind furniture. Another stylistic element is the vanilla noir quartz work surfaces that have been used in this space. These are manufactured by supplier Caesarstone and add a further allure to this kitchen space. Special Inclusions To add to the theme of the kitchen a number of feature units have been included in the design. Above the oven area an exposed wall unit provides space for cook books, with another special inclusion the furniture that frames the window. To enhance this feature Aron has incorporated downlights into the furniture for ambient light. Throughout these inclusions, highlights of oak add a nice warmth to the kitchen space. Beneath the stairs in this property an enhancement to storage was also incorporated in the form of wine bottle storage and cabinetry. Classic oak flooring has been used throughout the kitchen, outdoor conservatory and hallway. Project Highlight The highlight of this project is the well-designed dresser cabinet that has been custom made to fit this space. Designer Aron has included glass fronted cabinetry, drawer and cupboard storage in this area which adds important storage to this kitchen space. For ambience downlights are fitted into the cabinetry. The End Result The outcome of this project is a great on-trend kitchen that makes the most of every inch of space, yet remaining spacious at the same time. In this project Aron has included fantastic flooring and lighting improvements, whilst also undertaking a bathroom renovation at the property. If you have a similar home project, consult our expert designers to see how we can design your dream space. Arrange an appointment by visiting a showroom or booking an appointment online.

Salop Road

Studio Milne

A fresh, bright kitchen in the St James Park area of Walthamstow
Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian galley open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Muted Metals

Sola Kitchens

A simply sleek functional kitchen. Stainless steal cabinetry, chairs and a cooker hood is matched with speckled white composite worktops. This modern kitchen has a twist of traditional design through the instalment of a classic blue Aga. The kitchen is also equipped with a Quooker tap providing instant sparkling, boiling and still water.

The Arundel Kitchen

Shere Kitchens

A complete house renovation for an Interior Stylist and her family. Dreamy. The essence of these pieces of bespoke furniture: natural beauty, comfort, family, and love. Custom cabinetry was designed and made for the Kitchen, Utility, Boot, Office and Family room.

New Home & ADU

Reliance Design Build

Large transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Maximise the feeling of space

Kettle Co. Kitchens

White flat panel doors to maximise the feeling of space and brightness.
Small modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Cornwall with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, onyx benchtops, red splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Cottage Apartment Mornington

Provoke Design

When designing this space I wanted to create a Queenslander style kitchen with modern functionality. This design is a simple L shape design, it still has everything you need to cook and bake if you feel like it. The dishwasher is 450mm wide and allowed the pantry to be squeezed into space. The microwave is hidden above the fridge behind the lift-up door. This is a very clever design allowing a fully functional kitchen in a small spacious space.

Eco-Luxury in Glenview

The Home Co.

Design ideas for a small scandinavian l-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Critall-style Apartment Kitchen Wimbledon

Neil Norton Design

Floor-to-ceiling bespoke clean-lined cabinetry, in critall-style, painted in Farrow & Ball Railings (blue and black) and teamed with accents of American Black walnut, Neolith Cement sintered stone surface and backlit Bianco Calcite marble.

White & Grey Scandinavian Style Kitchen Design by Reico Kitchen & Bath

Reico Kitchen & Bath

Designed by Akram Aljahmi of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Woodbridge, VA in collaboration with Art's Home Improvement, this Scandinavian inspired modern kitchen design features Merillat Classic in the Portrait door style in Maple in 2 finishes. The wall cabinets features a Cotton finish while the base cabinets including the island cabinets feature a Graphite finish. Kitchen countertops are engineered quartz by Cambria in the color Seagrove. The kitchen also features white subway tile and a hex nero trident over the stove. Photos courtesy of BTW Images LLC.

AVENUE FOCH_Restructuration d'un appartement

ma:la:bar architectes

Le projet a consisté en la restructuration et la décoration intérieure d’un appartement situé au coeur du quartier Avenue Foch-Avenue de la Grande Armée. La configuration initiale de l'appartement ne comprenait que 3 chambres - dont une commandée par la cuisine. L'appartement avait également perdu tout cachet : suppression des cheminées, moulures détruites et masquées par un faux plafond descendant tout le volume des pièces à vivre... Le déplacement de la cuisine, ainsi que la réorganisation des pièces d'eau a permis la création d'une chambre supplémentaire sur cour. La cuisine, qui a pris place dans le séjour, est traitée comme une bibliothèque. Les différents décrochés créés par les conduits de cheminée sont optimisés par la création d'un double fond de rangement en arrière de crédence. La décoration, sobre, vient jouer avec les traces de l’histoire de l’appartement : les moulures ont été restaurées et sont mises en valeur par les jeux de couleurs, une cheminée en marbre Louis XV a été chinée afin de retrouver la grandeur du séjour. Le mobilier dessiné pour les chambres d'enfant permettent de créer des espaces nuits confortables et atypiques, de développer un linéaire de rangement conséquent, tout en conservant des espaces libres généreux pour jouer et travailler. Les briques de la façade ont été décapées dans la chambre adolescent (créée dans une extension des années 60) et viennent contraster avec le style haussmannien du reste de l'appartement.

Traditional Style Kitchen Inspiration

Everingham Design

This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and black benchtop.

Blackshire

MARCUSSE CONSTRUCTION

Design ideas for a large scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Grand Rapids with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Black Appliances and Light Hardwood Floors 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!