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Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, black splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, solid surface benchtops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances and brown floor.

French Retreat

Nathalie Priem Photography

Nathalie Priem
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean galley eat-in kitchen in Toulouse with open cabinets, black splashback, subway tile splashback, with island and marble benchtops.

Snowy Egret Drive 2 | Pointe West | Galveston, TX

Seaside Construction - Custom Home Builder

Christa Schreckengost
Inspiration for a large beach style u-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands and white cabinets.

Soapstone in Kitchens & Bathroom

Vermont Soapstone Co

Inspiration for a large traditional kitchen in Burlington with medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback and with island.

Farmhouse Yellow

Cummings Architecture + Interiors

The historic restoration of this First Period Ipswich, Massachusetts home (c. 1686) was an eighteen-month project that combined exterior and interior architectural work to preserve and revitalize this beautiful home. Structurally, work included restoring the summer beam, straightening the timber frame, and adding a lean-to section. The living space was expanded with the addition of a spacious gourmet kitchen featuring countertops made of reclaimed barn wood. As is always the case with our historic renovations, we took special care to maintain the beauty and integrity of the historic elements while bringing in the comfort and convenience of modern amenities. We were even able to uncover and restore much of the original fabric of the house (the chimney, fireplaces, paneling, trim, doors, hinges, etc.), which had been hidden for years under a renovation dating back to 1746. Winner, 2012 Mary P. Conley Award for historic home restoration and preservation You can read more about this restoration in the Boston Globe article by Regina Cole, “A First Period home gets a second life.” http://www.bostonglobe.com/magazine/2013/10/26/couple-rebuild-their-century-home-ipswich/r2yXE5yiKWYcamoFGmKVyL/story.html Photo Credit: Eric Roth

Traditional Kitchen With a Modern Twist

Paragon Kitchen & Bath Studio

Two side by side pull out pantries provide convenient dry goods storage. Powerful lines and color make this room pop! Using traditional overlay cabinetry with a Shaker door style from Showplace Wood Works we created a modern kitchen using flat black quartz tops by Silestone and a porcelain floor. Combined with sleek styled appliances this kitchen says contemporary without being cold. Designed by Rebecca Fulton Photography Elyse Hochstadt

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.

Interior Renovation in Bethesda, MD

Ileana Schinder, PLLC

Photo of a large contemporary eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

The Glass House

Architest Pty Ltd

Design ideas for a large modern galley open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

Mountain Eclectic

Colossus Mfg.

The mountain vibes are strong in this rustic industrial kitchen with textured dark wood cabinetry, an iron wrapped hood, milk globe pendants, black shiplap walls, and black counter tops and backsplash.

Moderne Technik von Küchengeräten bis zu Multimedia

Ellerbrock "Bad und Küche" GmbH

Das Flair des Zeitgeistes spiegelt sich in der Küchentechnik der SieMatic-Küche wider: Neben hoch eingebauten Elektrogeräten wie Kühlschrank, Backofen, Konvektomat und Weinkühler bietet der Fernseher ein innovatives Multimediaerlebnis auch beim Kochen und Backen.

One Sherman Square Condo

Grandeur Hills Group,Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, beige floor and white benchtop.

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.

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.

Tri-Tone Townhouse

Crickett Kinser

This hillside unit with a view of all of beautiful Ventura was in desperate need of a remodel! The kitchen went from a tiny box to the entire width of the common space opening up the room to an open concept floor plan. Mixing glossy laminate doors with an ultra-matte black door, we were able to put together this bold design. The fridge is completely concealed and separating the pantry from the fridge is a walnut-look wine stack perfect for all the entertaining this couple plans to have!

Bella Vista Waters

Impala Kitchens and Bathrooms

The kitchen is in a beautifully newly constructed multi-level luxury home The clients brief was a design where spaces have an architectural design flow to maintain a stylistic integrity Glossy and luxurious surfaces with Minimalist, sleek, modern appearance defines the kitchen All state of art appliances are used here All drawers and Inner drawers purposely designed to provide maximum convenience as well as a striking visual appeal. Recessed led down lights under all wall cabinets to add dramatic indirect lighting and ambience Optimum use of space has led to cabinets till ceiling height with 2 level access all by electronic servo drive opening Integrated fridges and freezer along with matching doors leading to scullery form part of a minimalistic wall complementing the symmetry and clean lines of the kitchen All components in the design from the beginning were desired to be elements of modernity that infused a touch of natural feel by lavish use of Marble and neutral colour tones contrasted with rich timber grain provides to create Interest. The complete kitchen is in flush doors with no handles and all push to open servo opening for wall cabinets The cleverly concealed pantry has ample space with a second sink and dishwasher along with a large area for small appliances storage on benchtop The center island piece is intended to reflect a strong style making it an architectural sculpture in the middle of this large room, thus perfectly zoning the kitchen from the formal spaces. The 2 level Island is perfect for entertaining and adds to the dramatic transition between spaces. Simple lines often lead to surprising visual patterns, which gradually build rhythm. New York marble backlit makes it a stunning Centre piece offset by led lighting throughout.

Tarzana Ranch

Pamela Sandall Design

Photo of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

1st Place Kitchen for ASID Design Excellence Awards

Kevin Twitty Interiors

Creating an open concept kitchen, doubling the footprint, and surrounding the island with contrasting wood bar stools creates a warm and inviting space for friends and family to gather, truly making the kitchen the heart of the home.

Glam Showhouse

RI Studio

Design ideas for a large modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with black splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, glass tile splashback, light hardwood floors and grey benchtop.

Kitchen with 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!