Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Bordeaux with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Ultramodern German Kitchen in Cranleigh, Surrey

Alexander Kitchens

Ultramodern German Kitchen in Cranleigh, Surrey This Cranleigh kitchen makes the most of a bold kitchen theme and our design & supply only fitting option. The Brief This Cranleigh project sought to make use of our design & supply only service, with a design tailored around the sunny extension being built by a contractor at this property. The task for our Horsham based kitchen designer George was to create a design to suit the extension in the works as well as the style and daily habits of these Cranleigh clients. A theme from our Horsham Showroom was a favourable design choice for this project, with adjustments required to fit this space. Design Elements With the core theme of the kitchen all but decided, the layout of the space was a key consideration to ensure the new space would function as required. A clever layout places full-height units along the rear wall of this property with all the key work areas of this kitchen below the three angled windows of the extension. The theme combines dark matt black furniture with ferro bronze accents and a bronze splashback. The handleless profiling throughout is also leant from the display at our Horsham showroom and compliments the ultramodern kitchen theme of black and bronze. To add a further dark element quartz work surfaces have been used in the Vanilla Noir finish from Caesarstone. A nice touch to this project is an in keeping quartz windowsill used above the sink area. Special Inclusions With our completely custom design service, a number of special inclusions have been catered for to add function to the project. A key area of the kitchen where function is added is via the appliances chosen. An array of Neff appliances have been utilised, with high-performance N90 models opted for across a single oven, microwave oven and warming drawer. Elsewhere, full-height fridge and freezers have been integrated behind furniture, with a Neff dishwasher located near to the sink also integrated behind furniture. A popular wine cabinet is fitted within furniture around the island space in this kitchen. Project Highlight The highlight of this project lays within the coordinated design & supply only service provided for this project. Designer George tailored our service to this project, with a professional survey undertaken as soon as the area of the extension was constructed. With any adjustments made, the furniture and appliances were conveniently delivered to site for this client’s builder to install. Our work surface partner then fitted the quartz work surfaces as the final flourish. The End Result This project is a fantastic example of the first-class results that can be achieved using our design & supply only fitting option, with the design perfectly tailored to the building work undertaken – plus timely coordination with the builder working on the project. If you have a similar home project, consult our expert designers to see how we can design your dream space. To arrange an free design consultation visit a showroom or book an appointment now.

Rolling Hills - Kitchen

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Materials Countertop: Soapstone Range Hood: Marble Cabinets: Vertical Grain White Oak Appliances Range: Wolf Dishwasher: Miele Fridge: Subzero Water dispenser: Zip Water

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Photo of a large contemporary galley kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, cement tiles, grey floor, black benchtop and vaulted.

Modern Kitchen

This is an example of a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

The Heath – Radlett

Audus Kitchens

This wow-factor kitchen is the Nobilia Riva Slate Grey with stainless steel recessed handles. The client wanted a stunning showstopping kitchen and teamed with this impressive Orinoco Granite worktop; this design commands attention. The family like to cook and entertain, so we selected top-of-the-range appliances, including a Siemens oven, a Bora hob, Blanco sink, and Quooker hot water tap.

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キッチンハウス

This is an example of a modern galley open plan kitchen in Tokyo with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, black splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, black benchtop and wood.

Lake Sawyer Remodel

Malone's Landscape Design | Build

Open architecture with exposed beams and wood ceiling create a natural indoor/outdoor ambiance in this midcentury remodel. The dark granite countertops are perfect for the black and white themed decor and the flat panel cabinets house the built in Fischer Paykel column refrigerators.

Brilliant in Black

Rochon New York

Clean cut, modern, and magnificent! Rochon custom made black flat panel cabinets and center island set the tone for this open and airy contemporary kitchen and great room. The island lights add a touch of whimsical . The kitchen also features an extra large Frigidaire refrigerator and freezer and wall oven.

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La Nostra Secrets d’Intérieur

Rénovation complète d'une ancienne cuisine restée dans son jus des années 50/60. Création d'un plafond technique pour intégrer des suspensions au dessus de l'ilôt ainsi qu'un linéaire de spots encastrés. Linéaire de colonne intégrant rangements four, four micro-ondes, cave à vin et réfrigérateur intégré. Revetement des portes en Phoenix noir pour un bel effet velouté élégant et contemporain. Ilôt dinatoire et technique (zone cuisson et eau) meuble en noyer et plan en granit noir Zimbabwe.

Bespoke Luxury in Christchurch

AO Architecture

Large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Christchurch with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor, black benchtop and wood.

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キッチンハウス

Inspiration for a modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Tokyo with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, black appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor, black benchtop and wallpaper.

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Elephant Skin (structured laminate)
Inspiration for an expansive modern galley eat-in kitchen in Austin with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

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Cuisinella Paris 11 République

Appartement livré sur plan (VEFA). Les client souhaitaient une cuisine chic et élégante avec un rendu épuré. Nous leur avons proposé de jouer sur le noir et bois afin de mettre en valeur la cuisine tout en restant épuré (les murs sont restés blancs). La pièce étant très lumineuse, il était aisé de proposer des couleurs foncées. L'ilot permet de faire la transition entre la cuisine et le séjour.

Modern-Industrial Kitchen

Next Stage Design + Build

Design ideas for a large industrial l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

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Contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and black benchtop.

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iD Architektur

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This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Hamburg with an undermount sink, black cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, timber splashback, dark hardwood floors, no island and black benchtop.

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MYKILOS GmbH
This is an example of a large modern single-wall kitchen in Berlin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, black benchtop and granite benchtops.

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Roundhouse

Photo of a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Kitchen with Black Cabinets 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!