This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Cucina per casa anni 50

arredamenti Casalboni

parete cottura
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and black benchtop.

High Gloss White & Wood Modern Kitchen By Darash Collection

By Darash - Kitchen Cabinets, Vanities & Closets

This is an example of a large modern galley eat-in kitchen in Austin with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Johnson Kitchen

Infuse Design

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley separate kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Limed Oak Island Kitchen

Mi-Kin Creations, Inc.

Pantry unit
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Preserve

Strandemo & Associates, Inc

Inspiration for a mediterranean galley kitchen pantry in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and black benchtop.

NEUILLY SUR SEINE

Cuisines CHARLES BIGANT

rinuccini
Photo of a contemporary open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, grey floor and black benchtop.

Сходненская

Geometrium - Студия дизайна интерьеров

Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Moscow with black floor, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, black splashback and black benchtop.

A casa di Ros

Paola Sola architetto &interior design

Design ideas for a scandinavian separate kitchen in Naples with flat-panel cabinets, beige splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, grey floor and black benchtop.

AV6084 - Embossed veneer door

Hacker Kitchens Calgary

Mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Calgary with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Farmhouse Revisited

Phinney Design Group

Modern farmhouse renovation, with at-home artist studio. Photos by Elizabeth Pedinotti Haynes
Large modern single-wall separate kitchen in Boston with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Wood Glen

Timeless Interiors

Design ideas for a country l-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

The Country House

Christine Donner Kitchen Design Inc.

The kitchen is kept simple, with a single wall for cooktop and ovens, and an island with main sink and seating for six. Soapstone countertops, metal lanterns and traditional white cabinetry assist the relaxed country feel. Photo by Mary Ellen Hendricks

Transitional Sacramento Home

Kristen Elizabeth Design

A closer look at the custom peninsula shelving unit that maximizes the storage ability and functionality of the small kitchen.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, a peninsula, blue floor and black benchtop.

Transitional Kitchen

Design ideas for a transitional l-shaped kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Kitchen update in Corvallis

B and W Builders

Marks In Time Photography
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Escala

Brio Interior Design

This is an example of a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

A Glamorous, Industrial Style Shaker Kitchen by Burlanes

burlanes interiors

Something a little different to our usual style, we injected a little glamour into our handmade Decolane kitchen in Upminster, Essex. When the homeowners purchased this property, the kitchen was the first room they wanted to rip out and renovate, but uncertainty about which style to go for held them back, and it was actually the final room in the home to be completed! As the old saying goes, "The best things in life are worth waiting for..." Our Design Team at Burlanes Chelmsford worked closely with Mr & Mrs Kipping throughout the design process, to ensure that all of their ideas were discussed and considered, and that the most suitable kitchen layout and style was designed and created by us, for the family to love and use for years to come.

Chicago Lux Kitchen

BK Interior Design

Chicago Lux, Art Deco, White Kitchen, Modern, Contemporary, Black Counters, Gold Detail Photographer: Mike Schwartz
Design ideas for a contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, white floor and black benchtop.

Cuisine à vivre

SYNESTHESIES

Une piece à vivre avec un ilot monumental pour les parties de finger food
Photo of a large modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Lyon with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, black splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, beige floor, light wood cabinets, marble splashback, with island and black benchtop.

Kitchen with 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!