Photo of a large country l-shaped separate kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

Montmartre

Studio Zerck

This is an example of a l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, green cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, black floor and beige benchtop.

Championnet

Studio Castille

Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island, black floor and beige benchtop.

Rénovation Totale d'un duplex de 150m2 - Esprit Loft Scandinave

Isabelle Le Rest Intérieurs

Cuisine ouverte avec table de repas intégrée dans le salon - Esprit Loft scandinave - Isabelle Le Rest Interieurs
This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, cement tiles, black floor and brown benchtop.

studio à Sèvres

Elodie Picot

Small industrial galley open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, terra-cotta splashback, cement tiles, black floor, black benchtop and exposed beam.

8019-01 - Amiens

Décimal 'Arc & Agencement

Cuisine avec ilot dinatoire, plan de travail en osb - Industriel
Mid-sized industrial galley separate kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, black appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and black floor.

Création de duplex avec construction de terrasse

MCW architecture

Country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, granite benchtops, grey splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, black floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Villa in Campagna

Vanessa Spinò

This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, no island, black floor and beige benchtop.

Quartz Kitchen Countertops

Houstone Enterprises Ltd

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and black floor.

The Not so classic Apartment

Villages In Paris

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Paris with grey cabinets, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

The Not so classic Apartment

Villages In Paris

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Paris with grey cabinets, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

8019-01 - Amiens

Décimal 'Arc & Agencement

Cuisine avec ilot dinatoire, plan de travail en osb - Industriel
Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial galley separate kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, black appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and black floor.

Sienna Point

Diane Martin Interior Designs

Large Family Kitchen
Design ideas for an expansive transitional l-shaped kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, black floor and white benchtop.

Design ideas for a l-shaped kitchen in Tokyo with beige cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, black floor and white benchtop.

Montmartre

Studio Zerck

This is an example of a mid-sized industrial l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, green cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, black floor and beige benchtop.

Montmartre

Studio Zerck

Photo of a l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with green cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, black floor, beige benchtop and a farmhouse sink.

This is an example of a mid-sized industrial l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with green cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, black floor, a single-bowl sink, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, with island and beige benchtop.

Championnet

Studio Castille

Kitchen with Terra-cotta Splashback and Black Floor 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!