This modern kitchen proves that black and white does not have to be boring, but can truly be BOLD! The wire brushed oak cabinets were painted black and white add texture while the aluminum trim gives it undeniably modern look. Don't let appearances fool you this kitchen was built for cooks, featuring all Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances including a retractable down draft vent hood.

Cambridge Rustic Kitchen

User

Photo of a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, onyx benchtops and black benchtop.

Scarsdale, NY Kitchen

Riemer Kitchens & Fine Cabinetry

David Sloane
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, white cabinets, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, granite benchtops, black benchtop, grey splashback and glass tile splashback.

Chef's Kitchen

WatchCity Kitchens LLC

Cooking essentials are all within reach for the serious chefs in this home! Faced with a cramped eat-in kitchen our job was to both maximize and open up the space. By relocating the refrigerator and surrounding it with pantry cabinets, we were able to create more counter space and allow space for two chefs. Warm stained-wood open corner shelving was installed to display the chefs’ favorite items and keep them right at an arm's reach. The breakfast table is now positioned at the window, giving diners a view of the beautiful backyard. The finishes (Executive Cabinetry - Putnam door style in Alabaster paint; Belgian Blue Satin quartz counters by Alleanza) blend seamlessly with the rest of the home.

Kitchen Remodel - Cabinets

Glassting Impressions, LLC

During a complete kitchen remodel, the client elected to replace the cabinet doors with stained glass. Glassting Impressions created eight matching cabinet door inserts, a complementary transom over the window and the stove back splash. The design was inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright's "Brown Bookstore" window design.

Honed, absolute-black granite countertops and prep sink

JM Bogan Remodeling

Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts eat-in kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and black benchtop.

Black Forest

Inavogue Kitchens & Cabinets

This kitchen features stunning white shaker profiled cabinet doors, black forest natural granite benchtop and a beautiful timber chopping block on the island bench. Showcasing many extra features such as wicker basket drawers, corbels, plate racks and stunning glass overheads.

Wadmalaw Island Home

Architrave

Tripp Smith
Large traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Charleston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor, an undermount sink and black benchtop.

Edgewood Kitchen

Reliable Quality Construction Inc.

Photo of a large modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, no island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Drexel

Yates Desygn

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Lighthouse Bay- Kitchen Island

LDa Architecture & Interiors

TEAM Interior Designer: LDa Architecture & Interiors Builder: Youngblood Builders Photographer: Greg Premru Photography
This is an example of a large beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Parkside Infill

Intrinsik Architecture

Photo of a small modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Moorsbridge

AB2 Architecture

Door & drawer front replacements, cabinet box is painted; added maple trim edging for custom look. Glass tile splash; Ikea pulls
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional kitchen in Grand Rapids with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multi-coloured splashback and black benchtop.

Newcastle 2 Story

RL Hoelting

Photo of a kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Palo Alto

Kim Betzina Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Westwood Dr. Interior

John Webb Construction and Design

This 2 story home was originally built in 1952 on a tree covered hillside. Our company transformed this little shack into a luxurious home with a million dollar view by adding high ceilings, wall of glass facing the south providing natural light all year round, and designing an open living concept. The home has a built-in gas fireplace with tile surround, custom IKEA kitchen with quartz countertop, bamboo hardwood flooring, two story cedar deck with cable railing, master suite with walk-through closet, two laundry rooms, 2.5 bathrooms, office space, and mechanical room.

Lake Oswego Contemporary Kitchen

Fabian Genovesi - Neil Kelly Co.

darius@kudaphotography.com
Inspiration for a large contemporary kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey cabinets, grey splashback, dark hardwood floors and black benchtop.

Palo Alto Kitchen

GR8WORK Builders Inc.

large open kitchen with stainless steel appliances, stained wood cabinets, granite countertops with glass tile backsplash and large format tile floor. large granite countertop island with seating.

Cindy Blair - Kitchen & Master Bathroom Remodel

Anderson & Rodgers Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Saul Rd

Upton Architecture, LLC

Jennifer Hoak
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Kitchen with Glass Tile Splashback and Black 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!