Custom designed and lacquered slatted curved ends to the overheads add texture and interest to the chalky matte cabinetry The use of existing timber that had been used in other areas of the home, not wanting to waste the beautiful pieces, I incorporated these into the design The kitchen needed a modern transformation, selection of chalky black slabbed doors are carefully considered whilst detailed curved slatted ends bounce natural light, concrete grey matte benches, reflective glass custom coloured back splash and solid timber details creates a beautifully modern industrial elegant interior.

YORK RESIDENCE

Kitchens by Emanuel

CURVES & TEXTURE - Custom designed & manufactured cabinetry in 'matte black' polyurethane - Large custom curved cabinetry - Feature vertical slates around the island - Curved timber grain floating shelf with recessed LED strip lighting - Large bifold appliance cabinet with timber grain internals - 20mm thick Caesarstone 'Jet Black' benchtop - Feature textured matte black splashback tile - Lo & Co matte black hardware - Blum hardware Sheree Bounassif, Kitchens by Emanuel

Luxury Kitchen Remodel

Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs, Inc.

This was a full gut an renovation. The existing kitchen had very dated cabinets and didn't function well for the clients. A previous desk area was turned into hidden cabinetry to house the microwave and larger appliances and to keep the countertops clutter free. The original pendants were about 4" wide and were inappropriate for the large island. They were replaced with larger, brighter and more sophisticated pendants. The use of panel ready appliances with large matte black hardware made gave this a clean and sophisticated look. Mosaic tile was installed from the countertop to the ceiling and wall sconces were installed over the kitchen window. A different tile was used in the bar area which has a beverage refrigerator and an ice machine and floating shelves. The cabinetry in this area also includes a pullout drawer for dog food.

Black and White Kitchen with Walnut Accents

MAK Design + Build Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sacramento with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Reforma "El Putxet"

Sincro

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Barcelona with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, black floor and black benchtop.

LOFT CONTEMPORANEO & INDUSTRIAL

Luis Sanandres Interiorismo

VISTA DE LA COCINA, DE ESTILO CONTEMPORANEO/INDUSTRIAL, ACABADO NEGRO MATE Y ROBLE CON UNA BARRA DE DESAYUNO EN MADERA DE ROBLE A MEDIDA. EN ESTA VISTA DESTACA EL ENMARCADO DEL SUELO DEL FRENTE DE LA COCINA, EN HIDRAULICO TIPICO CATALAN

Farmhouse

ARDIN interior design

Photo of a country galley kitchen in Charleston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and exposed beam.

кухня ЖК Утёсов

J-UNO

Large industrial u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, orange cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, orange floor and black benchtop.

Modern on the Prairie

Edmond Kitchen & Bath LLC

This markedly modern, yet warm and inviting abode in the Oklahoma countryside boasts some of our favorite kitchen items all in one place. Miele appliances (oven, steam, coffee maker, paneled refrigerator, freezer, and "knock to open" dishwasher), induction cooking on an island, a highly functional Galley Workstation and the latest technology in cabinetry and countertop finishes to last a lifetime. Grain matched natural walnut and matte nanotech touch-to-open white and grey cabinets provide a natural color palette that allows the interior of this home to blend beautifully with the prairie and pastures seen through the large commercial windows on both sides of this kitchen & living great room. Cambria quartz countertops in Brittanica formed with a waterfall edge give a natural random pattern against the square lines of the rest of the kitchen. David Cobb photography

Modern White Kitchen by Astro Design. Ottawa

Astro Design Centre

This ultra modern white kitchen design was inspired by both the home owners who love cooking and Astro's designer, an expert in the modern style. This collaboration resulted in a super slick, and stunning kitchen that is perfect for someone who enjoys cooking. The open concept is great for hosting and no shortage of counter space here with lots of room to store cook books as well. Who needs a kitchen table when you have two huge islands instead! Brands: G monogram, Blue Star oven and hood.

Transitional Kitchen in Redlands - 2021

Yucaipa Kitchen & Bathroom Designs & Remodeling

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, black floor and white benchtop.

Maple Avenue/ Costa Mesa, CA

Cabinet City

ABH
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop and a double-bowl sink.

Mid Century Modern I Bellevue, Washington

Syltebo Wight Homes & Jon Syltebo Painting Company

Large midcentury kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, medium wood cabinets and brown floor.

Reader Bay

Soundesign Group Architects, PLLC

Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped separate kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Craftsman Kitchen

Scenic Interiors, LLC

We completely remodeled an outdated, poorly designed kitchen that was separated from the rest of the house by a narrow doorway. We opened the wall to the dining room and framed it with an oak archway. We transformed the space with an open, timeless design that incorporates a counter-height eating and work area, cherry inset door shaker-style cabinets, increased counter work area made from Cambria quartz tops, and solid oak moldings that echo the style of the 1920's bungalow. Some of the original wood moldings were re-used to case the new energy efficient window.

Modern White Kitchen by Astro Design. Ottawa

Astro Design Centre

Severna Park Modern

Parker Design Build Remodel

Walnut cabinets with distinctive horizontal grain are complemented by clean lines and black hardware and fixtures.
Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Baltimore with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback and with island.

The Loft

OpenHaus Kitchens (Sussex, Nr. Horsham)

This apartment kitchen is organised around a classic peninsular shape - with a waterfall worktop. Fully integrated into the main living room creating a continuous living space. The dark colour palette and veneered facias lessen the impact of the kitchen allowing the kitchen to feel and look like furniture.Rational Kitchen furniture | Cult | Terra Oak Peninsular with waterfall Silestone | Nero Tabas | 30mm Silestone 'Integrity Top' sink Siemens appliance set Zip Boiling water tap | Celcius cube Photonstar Elements LED down lights European Oak floor

Congress Park Kitchen

Studio LW

Denver Image Photography
Inspiration for a small transitional u-shaped kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Social and entertaining kitchen

Kitchens International

Paul Craig photography
This is an example of a large contemporary kitchen in Essex with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, black splashback and grey floor.

Kitchen with Quartz Benchtops and Black 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!