Photography by Nathan Webb, AIA
Photo of a modern l-shaped separate kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, black cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and linoleum floors.

Transformation d'un Hangar / Hôtel en Maison

I F Rénovation

Photo of a large l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, panelled appliances, linoleum floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Perfekte Kombination: Schwarze Linoleumfront und Wandpaneele aus Nussbaum

Küchen-Atelier Hamburg

Design ideas for an expansive contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Hamburg with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, linoleum floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Темные фантазии

Lares Design

Mid-sized single-wall eat-in kitchen in Saint Petersburg with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, no island and beige benchtop.

Eclectic Kitchen Design

Everingham Design

Expansive eclectic open plan kitchen in Columbus with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island, black floor and grey benchtop.

Munich, Germany | Glass Fronts Kitchen and LED Backlighting

User

Detail View of Glass Cabinets and Monoliths in Glass Housing, LED Color Cyan
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Munich with glass-front cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, glass sheet splashback, linoleum floors and multiple islands.

shenton park

ecocabinets

a kitchen made from Osmo sealed paperock, featuring highest quality Blum hardware and clever storage solutions. Two Ovens, commercial tap, induction cooking with Smeg exhaust. Note how the tap and much of the bench top can be "tidied" away behind rollershutter doors. Natural Linoleum (not vinyl) flooring which is coved up the walls (not clear from pictures) to allow for easy cleaning, inspired by hospital style approach. stellar vision and rob dose photography

Loft Upon Cork

Reader & Swartz Architects, P.C.

Photography by Nathan Webb, AIA
Photo of an eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback and linoleum floors.

Painted Linoleum Kitchen Floor

Suburban Farmhouse Design

before
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped separate kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island and flat-panel cabinets.

Conception d'une agence de communication

Virginie EUDO

Photo of a mid-sized industrial l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, no island, grey floor and brown benchtop.

McAdams - Encino - Black & Brass Kitchen Remodeling

Pearl Remodeling

Open space floor plan kitchen overseeing the living space. Vaulted ceiling. A large amount of natural light flowing in the room. Amazing black and brass combo with chandelier type pendant lighting above the gorgeous kitchen island. Herringbone Tile pattern making the area appear more spacious.

More Completed Projects

Advanced Interiors Kitchen and Bath

Mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island and beige floor.

2015 Modern Manufactured Home Triple M Housing

Triple M Housing

Triple M Housing's 2015 show home featuring EVO profile PVC cabinets in Licorice, Uptown stainless door & drawer pulls, White Oak wood look linoleum, Full cream subway tile backsplash with decorative glass tile insert. This Manufactured home defies what is traditionally thought of as a "Mobile Home

Perfekte Kombination: Schwarze Linoleumfront und Wandpaneele aus Nussbaum

Küchen-Atelier Hamburg

This is an example of an expansive contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Hamburg with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, linoleum floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Kitchens

Top To Bottom Construction

Kitchen in Chicago with black cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and a peninsula.

Industrial Kitchen

Zieba Builders, Inc.

Hallway out of the kitchen. Sleek, recessed appliances. Blue and pink subway tile in a herringbone pattern covering the walls, rounded off with wooden door and windows and a multicolored linoleum floor.

Custom Cabinetry

Stanton Studios

Custom-designed cabinets by Stanton Studios. Photo by Eagle Wings Productions.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island, a double-bowl sink and linoleum floors.

Reihenhaus in Hofheim

Malchow Interior Design

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Frankfurt with a drop-in sink, black cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, black appliances, linoleum floors, with island, grey floor and brown benchtop.

WARENDORF | Polished Perfection

Warendorf Küchenfabrik GmbH

Polished Perfection. The „Dry & Wet Kitchen”. This display kitchen demonstrates a style of kitchen layout that is widely seen in Asia. The open-plan Dry Kitchen is used for plating up and serving, while food preparation takes place largely out of sight in the Wet Kitchen. Contrasting materials, perfectly combined, are typical for the Dry & Wet Kitchen. Matt, dark, almost mystical black harmonises with polished Tineo in the Dry Kitchen while the reverse combination of gloss black surfaces and matt Tineo is used in the Wet Kitchen. A cutlery drawer is concealed in a sophisticated bar counter integrated into the Dry Kitchen to act as a half-height partition to the dining table. Polished Perfection. Die „Dry & Wet Kitchen“. Diese Musterküche stellt die in Asien weit verbreitete Küchenvariante mit offener Dry Kitchen als Anrichteküche und einer eher im Verborgenen gehaltenen Arbeitsküche – der sogenannten Wet Kitchen – dar. Charakteristisch für diese „Dry & Wet Kitchen“ ist das perfekte Zusammenspiel gegensätzlicher Materialien. Mattes, dunkles, eher mystisches Schwarz harmoniert mit glänzendem Tineo in der Dry Kitchen, die reversive Variante mit glänzendem Schwarz und mattem Tineo kennzeichnet die Wet Kitchen. Im edlen Bartresen der Dry Kitchen, der als halbhohe Trennung zur Speisetafel fungiert, verbirgt sich ein Schubkasten für Besteck. Durch die schwebende Anmutung der Möbel wirkt diese Küche ausgesprochen leicht – und dies trotz ihrer intensiven Farbgebung und der Massigkeit des Holzes.

Cabin Black

Cabin One

This is an example of a small modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Berlin with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, linoleum floors, grey floor and wood.

Kitchen with Black Cabinets and Linoleum Floors 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!