Design ideas for a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, black floor and grey benchtop.

NE Capitol Hill Remodel

Bakken Design Build

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped kitchen in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, black floor, grey benchtop and an undermount sink.

Elégance et modernité au cœur du 5ème arrondissement de Paris – Projet Panthéon

Mon Concept Habitation

Dans l’entrée - qui donne accès à la cuisine ouverte astucieusement agencée en U, au coin parents et à la pièce de vie - notre attention est instantanément portée sur la jolie teinte « Brun Murcie » des menuiseries, sublimée par l’iconique lampe Flowerpot de And Tradition.

Long Beach Kitchen

Vision Interiors

Transitional u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, black floor and grey benchtop.

Stainless Steel Appliances and Hardware

dRemodeling

Keeping with the minimalist and modern look, the kitchen is geared up with contrasting stainless steel and black glass/gloss appliances. By using stainless steel and glass/gloss, the appliances bring even more light and life into the space. This look can also be seen throughout the space, with stainless steel accents on handles, outlets, and ceiling lighting.

eclectic green and alder kitchen

M&M Interiors

This couples small kitchen was in dire need of an update. The homeowner is an avid cook and cookbook collector so finding a special place for some of his most prized cookbooks was a must! we moved the doorway to accommodate a layout change and the kitchen is now not only more beautiful but much more functional.

Peninsula

DesignFive - Steve Shorthouse

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, black floor and grey benchtop.

Silver Spring MD

Cupboards Kitchen Bath Discounters

Medium Basic 12' x 16'Small Island $12,380.00 Cabinets Builder grade cabinets. Laminate countertops. Vinyl flooring.Entry level appliances.Surface mounted flourescent room lighting.Builder grade sink and faucet. Kitchen Remodeling Cost Estimates : The cost estimates above include demolition of existing kitchen, all material costs, typical installation labor costs and project supervision in the area.Costs are current for the year 2017 and are accurate to within +/- 10% for Basic and Better grade levels. Costs for structural modification or repair as well as HVAC, electrical and plumbing alterations and upgrades are not included.

Lincoln Towers Combination

Studio ST Architects, P.C.

Renovated kitchen with custom cabinetry and quartzite countertops
Large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, black floor and grey benchtop.

Manhattan Penthouse

Curated by Ellen

Design ideas for a small transitional galley kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, no island, black floor and grey benchtop.

Casa Cor GPS Point

Ornare

This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in New York with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, black floor and grey benchtop.

Lancaster Modern Cottage

Barefoot Dwelling

Phase 2 of our Modern Cottage project was the complete renovation of a small, impractical kitchen and dining nook. The client asked for a fresh, bright kitchen with natural light, a pop of color, and clean modern lines. The resulting kitchen features all of the above and incorporates fun details such as a scallop tile backsplash behind the range and artisan touches such as a custom walnut island and floating shelves; a custom metal range hood and hand-made lighting. This kitchen is all that the client asked for and more!

North Shore Villa

Lauren Coburn LLC

Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, black floor and grey benchtop.

Church Rd Project

Jess Hunter Interior Design

This 90's home received a complete transformation. A renovation on a tight timeframe meant we used our designer tricks to create a home that looks and feels completely different while keeping construction to a bare minimum. This beautiful Dulux 'Currency Creek' kitchen was custom made to fit the original kitchen layout. Opening the space up by adding glass steel framed doors and a double sided Mt Blanc fireplace allowed natural light to flood through.

Modern Kitchen Rainham 2019

Goldbox Interior Design

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This is an example of a modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Essex with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, pink cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, black floor, grey benchtop and recessed.

Contemporary Kitchen Design Two Tone White Gloss & Matte Grey

Kitchen Land

Contemporary Kitchen Design | White Glazed Slab and Grey Matte finish doors by Luxor | Caesarstone Quartz waterfall countertop | Grey Slate Hardwood Floors | Designed by Pat Noddle

Glass Shelving

dRemodeling

Forced to comply with the existing chase wall, the decision was made make it a functional space. Complimenting the glass flat panel cabinets, glass shelving was used to provide additional storage in this compact kitchen, as well as an area to display.

Parkdale Semi-Detached

Toronto Designers

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley separate kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, porcelain splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors, no island, black floor and grey benchtop.

Luxe Urban Residence - Kitchen

Melbourne Design Studios (MDS)

Peter Clarke Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open plan kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, black floor and grey 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.

Kitchen with Black Floor and Grey 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!