Coastal themed open plan kitchen for luxury Dorset holiday cottage. Open shelving. Grey painted kitchen. Blue island. Farrow & Ball
Design ideas for a large beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dorset with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island and yellow benchtop.

Blue Bookcase Kitchen

LNDesigns

I designed this kitchen during my time at Harvey Jones. The client knew she wanted to feature colour but was concerned due to the narrowness of the room. By opting for natural limestone flooring and bright white walls to contrast, we were able to bring in beautiful blues and still maintain an airy, open feeling. I later designed (and Handley Bespoke built), the centre blue bookcase to complement the chosen kitchen cabinetry, featuring a hidden door leading into a cosy drinks snug. This is a great example of how bespoke builds can be made to fit in with your existing cabinetry.

Luxury Howth residence

Carton Interiors

This stunning kitchen seamlessly merges contemporary aesthetics with functional elegance, creating a space where form meets function in perfect harmony. The kitchen boasts handleless units in deep navy that not only contribute to the sleek and seamless design but also emphasise the clean lines characteristic of contemporary style. The backsplash, extending all the way to the ceiling, is covered with Dekton cladding, creating a statement wall that marries durability with aesthetic appeal. The island is adorned with dark wood slats that add a touch of warmth and texture, creating a dynamic visual contrast against the surrounding contemporary elements. The waterfall quartz on the island enhances the visual appeal and linear effect. Elevating kitchen's visual interest and functionality, bespoke open brass and glass shelving is strategically placed, offering a stylish showcase for curated culinary essentials and decorative items. The brass elements introduce a touch of opulence, creating a harmonious balance with the dark wood and sleek surfaces. Underfoot, the kitchen features limestone flooring that not only adds a timeless touch but also provides a durable and easy-to-maintain surface suitable for high-traffic areas. The neutral tones of the limestone contribute to an overall sense of understated luxury. The carefully curated colour palette of navy and taupe enhances the kitchen's sophistication, creating a timeless and welcoming atmosphere. Modern linear light fittings in brass adorn the kitchen, not only providing essential task lighting but also serving as striking design elements. These fixtures add a touch of contemporary flair and illuminate the culinary workspace with a warm and inviting glow.

Blue Kitchen Design

Tom Howley

This kitchens demeanour is one of quiet function, designed for effortless prepping and cooking and with space to socialise with friends and family. The unusual curved island in dusted oak veneer and finished in our unique paint colour, Periwinkle offers seating for eating and chatting. The handmade cabinets of this blue kitchen design are individually specified and perfectly positioned to maximise every inch of space. To demonstrate that stunning architectural features can be created from scratch to complement your kitchen design, we built and installed this chimney breast and mantel shelf enhance the look and style of the kitchen and maximise space for the range.

Dark Blue Bespoke Shaker Kitchen

Distinctly Living

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen in Devon with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, limestone floors, no island, white benchtop, white appliances and grey floor.

Blue Kitchen Design

Tom Howley

This kitchens demeanour is one of quiet function, designed for effortless prepping and cooking and with space to socialise with friends and family. The unusual curved island in dusted oak veneer and finished in our unique paint colour, Periwinkle offers seating for eating and chatting. The handmade cabinets of this blue kitchen design are individually specified and perfectly positioned to maximise every inch of space. Our warm blue 'Periwinkle' is the perfect choice for creating a kitchen with a confident, stylish personality. A versatile shade with warm undertones it takes on a range of tones depending on the lighting.

Luxury Blue Classic Shaker Kitchen

Handmade Kitchen Co

Design ideas for an expansive traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Hertfordshire with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

A classic shaker kitchen with a contemporary twist

Edmondson Interiors

A contemporary take on a classic shaker design, for the perfect combination of old and new. An oak topped central island to blend with the oak framed property.

Manor Farm Barn

Sustainable Kitchens

Photo of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Gloucestershire with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and grey benchtop.

Banstead, Surrey

Infinite Bespoke Interiors

Inspiration for an expansive traditional eat-in kitchen in Surrey with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Sonoma Hills Remodel

Tomrose Construction Inc.

This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, limestone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, limestone floors and beige floor.

Beautiful and Bright Full Kitchen Remodel

BPL Design Group

Beautiful and Bright Family Kitchen Full Remodel for a Bustling Family of Four!
Design ideas for a large eclectic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Baltimore with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Beach House South Hampmton Style

martha picciotti

Adrian Valle
Inspiration for a beach style galley kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, panelled appliances, a peninsula, brown floor, white benchtop, quartz benchtops, cement tile splashback and limestone floors.

The Navy Kitchen: Dijon Tumbled Limestone Tiles

Quorn Stone

Our Dijon tumbled 600 x Free Length limestone tiles work beautifully with this navy kitchen and exposed brick wall. This large format tile has lovely beige to grey tones with subtle fossil and minerals.

Bespoke Kitchen

Mike Smith Joinery

Bespoke kitchen, designed to provide lots of storage and functionality. solid and well built to survive family living with traditional touches make this a lovely elegant space

Pure Glass Roof Light & Bifolding Doors for rear extension in East Horsley

Exact Architectural Glazing

Our clients in East Horsley had a vision for their new home, which involved a lot of research and planning as they undertook significant works. To create their new home, they chose to gut the property from top to toe, including updating electrics and plumbing, as well as adding a large rear extension to create a new open plan kitchen area. To create the light, bright and open space in the new kitchen, the extension features 2 sets of bifold doors on adjacent walls, allowing our clients to completely open up almost 6metres of wall space and enjoy the free flow access onto the garden and flood the room with fresh air and light. As well as the two sets of FD85® bifold doors, additional light was created in the kitchen by the addition of a large modular Pure Glass Flat Roof Light. With its minimal, sleek frame and aluminium beams, the Pure Glass Flat Roof Light creates a breath-taking centrepiece. Our clients matched the anthracite grey frame of the bifold doors for continuity between their glazing in the extension. If you’re researching a project and are feeling inspired by this transformation, why not give us a call on 01428 748255 to have a chat with one of our Project Managers.

Luxury Barn Conversion Holiday Cottage

Coral Interiors

Coastal themed open plan kitchen for luxury Dorset holiday cottage. Open shelving. Grey painted kitchen. Blue island. Farrow & Ball
This is an example of a large beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dorset with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island and white benchtop.

Traditional Kitchen

Design ideas for a large traditional galley kitchen pantry in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, black appliances, limestone floors and with island.

Longboat Key, Florida

Orange Moon Interiors

Perfectly renovated kitchen featuring Cafe Line appliances and a custom walnut countertop.
Design ideas for a large beach style l-shaped separate kitchen in Tampa with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Mountain Village Modern

Jensen Design

This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and wood.

Kitchen with Blue Cabinets and Limestone Floors 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!