Photo of a small modern l-shaped kitchen in Richmond with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

Reto

Koivu Ltd

View of the sink and hob. The sink is from the 1810 Company. Altan Omer (photography@altamomer.com)
Photo of a small contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback and black floor.

Southern Hills Modern

Phenix Marble Company

Starboard & Port http://www.starboardandport.com/
This is an example of a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and black floor.

Arlington, Virginia - Modern - Kitchen and Bathroom

Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath

Arlington, Virginia Modern Kitchen and Bathroom #JenniferGilmer http://www.gilmerkitchens.com/

White High Gloss Contemporary

Crystal Kitchen + Bath

Contemporary white high gloss Crystal cabinets with Cambria white cliff counter tops is striking. Adding black painted walls and large scale black tile floors make it even more dramatic. But with the addition of orange light fixtures and colorful artwork, the kitchen is over the top with energy. With no upper cabinets only floating shelves for display the base cabinets are well planned for each functional work zone. a. The “Cooking Zone” hosts the 60” range top (with hood) and is the heart of the kitchen. The ovens, coffee system and speed oven are located outside of this zone and use the island/snack bar as their landing space. b. The “Prep Zone” includes the refrigerator, freezer, sink, and dishwasher c. The “Entertainment Zones” has a separate sink and dishwasher, the wine cooler and beverage center. A desk off to the side of the kitchen with a large roll up tambour to keep any mess hidden. Also their robot vacuums have a charging station under the files drawers in the toe kick. NKBA 3rd Place Large Kitchen

Somerset Cottage

Nicola O'Mara Interior Design Ltd

Cottage kitchen in Little Greene French Grey
Small country kitchen in Cornwall with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, no island, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and black floor.

Vacation Home

HND Architects

Design ideas for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland Maine with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white appliances, with island, stainless steel benchtops, timber splashback and black floor.

North Curl Curl Renovation

LJW Design

A Hamptons inspired design for Sydney's northern beaches.
Design ideas for a large beach style open plan kitchen in Sydney with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, black floor and exposed beam.

Mid-Century Dala Kitchen

TreHus Architects+Interior Designers+Builders

This is an example of a small midcentury separate kitchen in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, black floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen | Upper Black Eddy PA

The Kitchen & Bath Company of Bucks County

A dark wood kitchen exudes a sense of warmth and sophistication. The rich, deep tones of the wood create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, while also adding a touch of elegance to the space. The dark wood cabinets and countertops provide a striking contrast against lighter elements in the room, such as stainless steel appliances or light-colored walls. Overall, a dark wood kitchen is a timeless choice that brings a sense of luxury and comfort to any home.

Maybell

Jay Andre Construction, Inc.

This is an example of a transitional l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, with island, black floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Parma Cotta Large Hexagon Floor Tiles

Direct Tile Warehouse

If you love the beauty of terracotta, why not transform your home with these large hexagon floor tiles. They offer the rustic charm and gorgeous colour variation between tiles with plenty of aged visual appeal in a slightly lighter colourway. Crafted from quality porcelain for a hardwearing flooring option, you can enjoy all the beauty for years to come without the maintenance and the need to seal the tiles. These eye catching quality tiles can also be used on walls for a lovely traditional feel. In a large modern hexagon format, they also offer a contemporary shape perfect for the on-trend terracotta revival. For free tile samples and tiling advice such as grout colour ideas, please contact the Direct Tile Warehouse team.

Appartement - rénovation complète

design d'S-pace

Photo of a small transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toulouse with an integrated sink, louvered cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, with island, black floor, black benchtop and recessed.

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!

Transitional with a Twist Kitchen

Robinwood Kitchens

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

Villa Raphael - Mediterranean House with Pool - Syracuse area - Sicily

antonioprincipato.photo

Mediterranean galley kitchen in Catania-Palermo with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, black floor and brown benchtop.

Black Metal White Plaster

Donald Lococo Architects

Subsequent additions are covered with living green walls to deemphasize stylistic conflicts imposed on a 1940’s Tudor and become backdrop surrounding a kitchen addition. On the interior, further added architectural inconsistencies are edited away, and the language of the Tudor’s original reclaimed integrity is referenced for the addition. Sympathetic to the home, windows and doors remain untrimmed and stark plaster walls contrast the original black metal windows. Sharp black elements contrast fields of white. With a ceiling pitch matching the existing and chiseled dormers, a stark ceiling hovers over the kitchen space referencing the existing homes plaster walls. Grid members in windows and on saw scored paneled walls and cabinetry mirror the machine age windows as do exposed steel beams. The exaggerated white field is pierced by an equally exaggerated 13 foot black steel tower that references the existing homes steel door and window members. Glass shelves in the tower further the window parallel. Even though it held enough dinner and glassware for eight, its thin members and transparent shelves defy its massive nature, allow light to flow through it and afford the kitchen open views and the feeling of continuous space. The full glass at the end of the kitchen reveres a grouping of 50 year old Hemlocks. At the opposite end, a window close to the peak looks up to a green roof.

S + S Home

Taylor + Taylor

Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean single-wall open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, no island, black floor and white benchtop.

Mukilteo Gem

Interiors by Popov

When we drove out to Mukilteo for our initial consultation, we immediately fell in love with this house. With its tall ceilings, eclectic mix of wood, glass and steel, and gorgeous view of the Puget Sound, we quickly nicknamed this project "The Mukilteo Gem". Our client, a cook and baker, did not like her existing kitchen. The main points of issue were short runs of available counter tops, lack of storage and shortage of light. So, we were called in to implement some big, bold ideas into a small footprint kitchen with big potential. We completely changed the layout of the room by creating a tall, built-in storage wall and a continuous u-shape counter top. Early in the project, we took inventory of every item our clients wanted to store in the kitchen and ensured that every spoon, gadget, or bowl would have a dedicated "home" in their new kitchen. The finishes were meticulously selected to ensure continuity throughout the house. We also played with the color scheme to achieve a bold yet natural feel.This kitchen is a prime example of how color can be used to both make a statement and project peace and balance simultaneously. While busy at work on our client's kitchen improvement, we also updated the entry and gave the homeowner a modern laundry room with triple the storage space they originally had. End result: ecstatic clients and a very happy design team. That's what we call a big success! John Granen.

Shoreham house

Tim Spicer Architects

Willem Dirk
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, black floor, flat-panel cabinets and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen with 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!