The Berlin Studio Kitchen is an economic concept for a functional kitchen that combines an industrial look with the natural beauty and vividness of untreated copper. Standard container boxes serve perfectly as drawers. That way expensive mechanical drawer runners, lacquered fronts and handles become all unnecessary. The good thing about this of course: the saved money can be invested in a beautiful worktop and quality appliances. The kitchen body therefore becomes merely a shelve, filled with boxes which are made of recycled plastic material. For going shopping or the barbecue outside, one simply takes a box from the shelve. The copper worktop opposes the industrial and raw look of the kitchen body. It’s untreated surface is vivid, reacting in various colors to the influences of cooking and cleaning and thereby creating an atmosphere of warmth and natural ageing.

The Mill House Showroom by deVOL

deVOL Kitchens

deVOL Kitchens
Design ideas for a mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, copper benchtops, grey splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Large transitional multi-room project

Darlene Somrak, CKD of Somrak Kitchens, Inc.

This large kitchen project includes this bar area for entertaining which offers a pass-through to the dining room. Although the cabinetry matches the rest of the space in wood specie and stain, the door style is slightly different and special hardware was used. The copper countertop and sink was left antiquated and flamed to age naturally for low maintenance. Majestic Imaging Ltd.

The Victorian House

Snug Kitchens

Darren Chung Photography Ltd
Photo of a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Berkshire with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, copper benchtops, black splashback, black appliances, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Gorgeous Renovation London

Demand&Deliver Ltd

Nestled in sophisticated simplicity, this kitchen emanates an aesthetic modern vibe, creating a harmonious balance of calm and elegance. The space is characterized by a soothing ambiance, inviting a sense of tranquility. Its design, though remarkably simple, exudes understated elegance, transforming the kitchen into a serene retreat. With an emphasis on aesthetics and modern charm, this culinary haven strikes the perfect chord between contemporary style and timeless simplicity. With a built in cabinet with very spacious inside

Captivating Copper Kitchen

Reve Design & Custom Construction

David Elton
This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, copper benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and beige floor.

La Dueña Residences

Jeanne Schultz Design Studio

Tiny 400 SF apartment condo designed to make the most of the space while maintaining openness, lightness, and efficiency. Black painted cabinetry is small and optimizes the space with special storage solutions, drawers, tiny dishwasher, compact range stove, refrigerator. Black and white moroccan style cement tile with diamond pattern.

Door

Johnson Bespoke Ltd

Telling the story of the kitchen from the first glance in, our Crittall style Steel glazed door features a patinated Copper lower panel and fire rated Glass throughout and matches both the kitchen windows and french doors between the Dining room and Garden.

Farmhouse kitchen

J+K Interiors

The design of this Sebastian Cox kitchen for Devol kitchens a long standing favourite of ours. Perfectly paired with marble, patina copper worktops and plaster pink walls.

The Mill House Showroom by deVOL

deVOL Kitchens

deVOL Kitchens
Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, copper benchtops, grey splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Pasadena Kitchen

Annie Fair Design

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury open plan kitchen in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, copper benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Pima Canyon 607

Eren Design and Remodel

Inspiration for an expansive eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, copper benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

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Johnson Bespoke Ltd

Mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sussex with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, copper benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula and multi-coloured floor.

Range

Nugent Design Build, LLC

Nugent Design Build, LLC
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, copper benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Captivating Copper Kitchen

Reve Design & Custom Construction

David Elton
Mid-sized eclectic eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, copper benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and beige floor.

West Leederville industrial

User

Inspiration for a mid-sized industrial single-wall kitchen pantry in Perth with a single-bowl sink, black cabinets, copper benchtops, metallic splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Berlin Studio Kitchen

User

Urban Modern Kitchen Oro Valley

Uncharted Design LLC

Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, copper benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, yellow floor, yellow benchtop and vaulted.

Floor Tiles

Johnson Bespoke Ltd

A modern take on the classic black and white kitchen floor, these beautiful tiles from Artisans of Devizes are laid over a very clever electric underfloor heating system from Vario-Pro to keep heat under feet.

Pima Canyon 607

Eren Design and Remodel

Expansive eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, copper benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, stone slab splashback and beige floor.

Kitchen with Black Cabinets and Copper Benchtops 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!