Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with black appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, multi-coloured benchtop and a peninsula.

Oakland Hills Kitchen Remodel

Distinctive Cabinetry

This contemporary open kitchen remodel in Oakland Hills is dreamy. Highlights include custom black cabinetry by Eclipse cabinetry and luscious soapstone countertops and backsplash. Top-end appliances such as a subzero fridge, Thermador wall oven, speed oven, warming drawer, and induction cooktop and Miele paneled dishwasher make this kitchen a joy. The Custom Eclipse cabinetry offers plenty of storage while more soapstone flows into the dining room for serving and storage.

Grey Shaker Oak Kitchen in Dorking

Balau Kitchens

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Surrey with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel – Classic White

Lisa Stewart Design

This classic white kitchen sets a beautiful backdrop for the homeowners fun black and white Mackenzie-Childs collection and the 7' x 10' Persian Tabrez rug in Herati design. Countertops of leathered Delicatus Supreme on clean white drawer style cabinetry surround the Wolf cooktop. Off-white 4 x 12 subway tile backsplash is handmade in US by Sonoma Tilemaker. Sink is Truffle colored Silgranit by Blanco. Faucet is polished chrome Hans Grohe 'Focus' Model 04505000. The wall color is Benjamin Moore #176 Goldtone. Love the glass pulls and knobs as finishing touches!

Renovation - Kitchen, Powder, Laundry & Scullery - City Beach

Moda Interiors

Miele Induction Cooktop, stainless steel frame and black ceramic plate KM6388; Polytec cabinetry doors; Corinthian Slider Door painted in Whisper White; Dekton benchtops in Zenith; walls painted in Dulux Whisper White; Door Hinges & Runners - Blum; Franke Kubux KBX120-340F Stainless Steel Sink; Zip Hydrotap in Brushed Chrome; Handles Lo & Co Aver Pull.

Slate Grey Kitchen in St. Albans

Audus Kitchens

Discover this spacious kitchen in St. Albans. This kitchen was designed to suit the client’s need for an open space with dedicated areas for various activities while fostering a sense of togetherness. For this kitchen, the Nobilia 317 range was used, featuring a sleek and modern design, combined with the 334 Lacquer Laminate in Slate Gray Matt finish to add a touch of elegance to the overall aesthetic. The worktops supplied by Algarve Granite were 20mm Calacatta Nero Quartz, providing a durable and low-maintenance surface while contributing to the kitchen's luxurious feel. The contrast between the dark grey cabinets and the light, veined quartz worktops creates a visually appealing look. Equipped with top-of-the-line appliances from Siemens, Bora, Blanco, and Quooker, this kitchen is a cooking haven. The layout and design of the kitchen prioritise functionality, making it ideal for this busy household. Ample storage solutions, including well-organised cabinets and drawers, and the addition of a walk-in larder help keep the kitchen clutter-free. The room has an odd shape but we took it as an opportunity to build niche open shelving - perfect for displaying small decor items. The niche is illuminated with ambient lighting to add a warm and cosy atmosphere to the space. Are you inspired by this kitchen? Contact us so we can start transforming your space.

Modern Rustic Black Kitchen in Wendover

Ridgeway Interiors

With a striking, bold design that's both sleek and warm, this modern rustic black kitchen is a beautiful example of the best of both worlds. When our client from Wendover approached us to re-design their kitchen, they wanted something sleek and sophisticated but also comfortable and warm. We knew just what to do — design and build a contemporary yet cosy kitchen. This space is about clean, sleek lines. We've chosen Hacker Systemat cabinetry — sleek and sophisticated — in the colours Black and Oak. A touch of warm wood enhances the black units in the form of oak shelves and backsplash. The wooden accents also perfectly match the exposed ceiling trusses, creating a cohesive space. This modern, inviting space opens up to the garden through glass folding doors, allowing a seamless transition between indoors and out. The area has ample lighting from the garden coming through the glass doors, while the under-cabinet lighting adds to the overall ambience. The island is built with two types of worksurface: Dekton Laurent (a striking dark surface with gold veins) for cooking and Corian Designer White for eating. Lastly, the space is furnished with black Siemens appliances, which fit perfectly into the dark colour palette of the space.

Scandi-Asian Fusion

Sola Kitchens

One wowee kitchen! Designed for a family with Sri-Lankan and Singaporean heritage, the brief for this project was to create a Scandi-Asian styled kitchen. The design features ‘Skog’ wall panelling, straw bar stools, open shelving, a sofia swing, a bar and an olive tree.

Carman Drive

Carey's Custom Woodworking, Inc

Modern white oak and blue painted custom cabinets
Expansive contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured benchtop, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, subway tile splashback, black appliances and brown floor.

TCON144, Ivanhoe East

TCON

Builder - TCON Group Architect - Pleysier Perkins Photo - Michael Kai
Large modern galley open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, light wood cabinets, window splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

The Sunny Brook

Blenker Construction

This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with medium hardwood floors, brown floor, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, black appliances, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Rustic Elegance in Holt, MI

McDaniels Kitchen and Bath

This transitional kitchen design in Holt proves why dramatic color schemes are becoming a more popular choice for kitchen remodels. The elegant, custom green raised panel cabinetry from Decora is beautifully offset by Top Knobs honey bronze finish hardware. The space has a slight rustic edge with the hardwood flooring, dark Cambria quartz countertop, and marble backsplash combining perfectly to add contrast and texture to the design. Black finish GE appliances add another color contrast, along with the Elkay E-granite black double bowl sink and Kohler faucet. The design includes a built-in buffet area, and upper glass front cabinets with in cabinet lighting, plus undercabinet lights throughout.

Scandi-Asian Fusion

Sola Kitchens

Islington Open Plan Conversion

Barxonomy

Anne Swartz Photography
Design ideas for a small modern galley eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, black appliances and multi-coloured benchtop.

BRODIE RESIDENCE

Kitchens by Emanuel

TREND SETTER - Custom designed and manufactured cabinetry, in a moody matte green polyurethane - Large custom bench seating area, with rollout drawers underneath - Butlers pantry - 20mm thick Terrazzo benchtop with a waterfall end - Vertically stacked 'white gloss rectangle' tiled splashback - Curved floating shelf - Large rollout pantry - Detailed bronze hardware, with backing plates - Blum hardware Sheree Bounassif, Kitchens by Emanuel

Cardrona Views

Mal Corboy Design

This kitchen needs to have a day-to-day function and also function for corporate entertaining. As such, electric doors open up to a large back end, where a complete scullery can be found. Photography by Kallan MacLeod For inspiration, we drew from a palette of rich, earthy colours. Under-cabinet lighting complements these tones well, adding a softness to the clean lines and sleekness of the design. We chose hard-wearing and long-lasting Corian and black glass to create this unique look.

Northern Liberties, Philadelphia: Whole Condo Renovation

Buckminster Green LLC

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, black appliances, bamboo floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

Penthouse

Yellow Cloud Studio

Mid-sized eclectic u-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, metallic splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, a peninsula, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

eclectic fremantle kitchen

ecocabinets

stellar visions and rob dose photography
Mid-sized eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Perth with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Rusted

MIREWORKS

This is an example of a large eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New Orleans with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen with Black Appliances and Multi-Coloured Benchtop 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!