ALl Black Kitchen in Black Fenix, with recessed Handles in Black and 12mm Fenix Top
Small industrial galley separate kitchen in Atlanta with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, black splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, black benchtop and coffered.

ANGOLO CUCINA

Francesca Lepore & Claudia Bodesmo

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and black benchtop.

Lewisham Kitchen

piqu

A warm and very welcoming kitchen extension in Lewisham creating this lovely family and entertaining space with some beautiful bespoke features. The smooth shaker style lay on cabinet doors are painted in Farrow & Ball Green Smoke, and the double height kitchen island, finished in stunning Sensa Black Beauty stone with seating on one side, cleverly conceals the sink and tap along with a handy pantry unit and drinks cabinet.

Жизнь в цвете

Kutenkovs project

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Novosibirsk with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, pink cabinets, laminate benchtops, pink splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island and brown benchtop.

Küchen

STUDIO RAMOS

Neuebau Küche nach Mass.
Small modern l-shaped separate kitchen in Berlin with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Project Faye

Aloe Design Studio

Inspiration for a small contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, black splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Sloan's Lake

Pruett & Co.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Grand Shaker Kitchen London

Sustainable Kitchens

A breathtakingly beautiful Shaker kitchen using concept continuous frames. On one wall, a long run of Concretto Scuro is used for the worktop, splashback and integrated sink with a built-in flush hob keeping the run seamless. The bespoke full height cabinetry houses a deceivingly large pantry with open shelving and wire baskets. Either side camouflages the fridge freezer and a storage cupboard for brushes, mops and plenty of doggy treats.

DANBURY TONWHOUSE

APK Designs LLC

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and wood.

Lakefront Beauty

Jeff Puckett Construction Inc

Modern farmhouse kitchen with rustic elements and modern conveniences.
Photo of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and timber.

Ashfield

Love Coming Home

Shaker doors and drawer fronts, lower cabinets a dark blue and the remaining white polyurethane - matt finish white under mount sink and brass tap fitting

View from Kitchen into Living Room

ODS Architecture

Looking from the kitchen to the living room, floor to ceiling windows connect the house to the surrounding landscape. The board-formed concrete wall and stained oak emphasize natural materials and the house's connection to it's site.

A Haberdasher's Hideaway In Skåne, Sweden by deVOL

deVOL Kitchens

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, pink splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, multiple islands, white floor, pink benchtop and wood.

Wohnraumgestaltung mit maßgefertigten Möbeln und Einbauten

Schreinerwerkstatt Hartmann

This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, timber splashback and with island.

Küchen Makeover in Berlin Mitte

ROYA Interior Design

This is an example of a contemporary galley kitchen in Berlin with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, black splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Holmes Point Kitchen Remodel

Cornerstone Home Renovators

This kitchen was renovated and features maple shaker style cabinets with a clear finish. Aphrodite Royal granite counters with a glossy black subway tile backsplash. Oak hardwood floors were refinished as part of this project.

Cuisine, pièce maîtresse d'une véranda & aménagement d'un RDC de maison

MJ Home

This is an example of a large transitional galley open plan kitchen in Lyon with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, white floor and black benchtop.

Olympic Hills Second Story Addition

Model Remodel

All black kitchen sink with black sink, charcoal soapstone countertop and black stone herringbone tile. © Cindy Apple Photography
This is an example of a contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Modern and Open Kitchen/Living Room

Harbour Towne Construction

A large kitchen island, with a built in microwave drawer, adds additional seating and counter space for cooking and entertaining guests at the same time.

nx960 Ceramic Marmor nero Nachbildung / Nussbaum natur

next125

Der Dialog zwischen dunkler Front in Ceramic Marmor nero Nachbildung und warmem Holz schafft eine Atmosphäre, die an eine mondän gestaltete Bar erinnert. Die bewusst in starker Ausführung gewählte Holzarbeitsplatte unterstreicht den Charakter auf solide Art. The dialogue between the dark front in Ceramic marble nero effect and warm wood creates an atmosphere that is reminiscent of a chic bar. The deliberately chosen chunky worktop adds character and underscores the solid look.

Kitchen with Black Splashback and Pink Splashback 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!