Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Open Plan Family Kitchen

Lewis&Hill

A full width contemporary extension to the rear of this period property in Quorn, Leicestershire was the starting point for this delightfully light open plan family kitchen. Our clients' where looking to use the project as a catalyst for a lifestyle change, with the large open plan space providing kitchen, dining and seating areas, allowing the original ding room to be used as a children' play room / den. Full width glazed doors admit sumptuous light levels which are reflected upwards by the white Quartz worktops and grey limestone floor, and allow the bold choice of Farrow&Ball Downpipe for the cabinetry colour. Sleek modern appliances are carefully integrated, together with a concealed extractor and ducting which sit flush with the ceiling plasterwork. The completed project has brought about the desired change in how the whole ground floor of the home is utilised.

The Leicestershire Kitchen in the Forest || Worn Grey Limestone

Floors of Stone

The light is gorgeous in this Shaker kitchen, creating interesting light and shade across the rich blue cabinets and flagstone floor.
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with open cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, limestone floors and no island.

Vermont Kitchen, Sycamore Farm

Fired Earth

Vermont freestanding kitchen in Smoke Blue, Andaman Sea and Dover Cliffs with Caesarstone Blackened Rock and Crystal Snow worktops. Paris Isabelle tiles on wall, limestone tiles on floor. Walls painted in Silica White. This kitchen can be viewed at our Sycamore Farm showroom.

Listed extension, Suffolk

TAS Architects

The exposed glulam frame with asymmetric ridge beam and bespoke shaped skylight above. Main contractor RC Mumford. Photo by Anthony Cullen Photography.

Blaue Shaker Insel

Welter & Welter GmbH

Welter & Welter Köln Cook´s Blue - Die blaue Shaker Küche Zuerst waren die Bodenfliesen, dann ist die Küche gebaut worden. Wir haben diese Küche nach den Wünschen des Kunden an den Raum angepasst. Die Küche ist mit 11m² sehr klein, aber offen zum großen Wohnraum. Die Insel ist der Mittelpunkt der Wohnung, hier werden Plätzchen gebacken, Hausaufgaben gemacht oder in der Sonne gefrühstückt. Der Kühlschrank und Einbaubackofen wurden aus der alten Küche übernommen, das Gaskochfeld ist neu. Das Kochfeld würde bewusst nicht in die Insel geplant, hier ist später noch eine Haube geplant und dies würde die Küche zu stark vom Wohnraum abtrennen. Der Einbaubackofen wurde bewusst in der Rückseite der Insel "versteckt", so ist er von der Raumseite aus nicht zu sehen. Die Arbeitsplatten sind aus Eiche, mit durchgehender Lamelle, als Besonderheit wurde hier die Arbeitsplatte der Insel auf dem Sideboard-Schrank fortgeführt. Die Muschelgriffe sind aus England im Industriedesign gehalten. Der Spülstein ist von Villeroy und Boch, 90cm Breit mit 2 Becken, der Geschirrspüler von Miele ist Vollintegriert. Die ganze Küche ist aus Vollholz und handlackiert mit Farben von Farrow and Ball aus England.

Medlars

Ginger & Mylo

Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

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.

Blackberry House

Kuche & Bagno Kitchens - Bathrooms - Interiors

Traditional shaker kitchen showcasing an Everhot oven
Photo of a mid-sized country open plan kitchen in West Midlands with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Cape Cod in San Marino

Charmean Neithart Interiors

Design ideas for an expansive l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, multiple islands, grey floor and white benchtop.

Manor Farm Barn

Sustainable Kitchens

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.

Project 1315

Verity & Beverley Ltd

Inspiration for a large traditional eat-in kitchen in Wiltshire with a farmhouse sink, blue cabinets, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop, panelled appliances, limestone floors, shaker cabinets and granite benchtops.

Manor Farm Barn

Sustainable Kitchens

Inspiration for 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.

Kitchen Extension Cottage

Interior Motifs

A large extension on a rural cottage. The style is in keeping with the building. A 320 cm island. A pantry in right back. Behind the hob area is the utility and cloak room located. The kitchen is bespoke and all hand made.

Stylish feature island, painted in blue, installed in Rothley, Leicestershire

Steve Hills Design Ltd

A bespoke, handmade Shaker style kitchen with ‘in-frame’ mortice and tennon doors fitted on traditional butt hinges. This luxurious kitchen features Oak dovetailed and polished drawer boxes on soft-close concealed runners and a solid rigid carcass in polished Oak, except for the pantry unit that is in rich Walnut. The island units and Utility room have been factory painted in Library by Plimsoll and all other units are factory painted in Bone China Blue (Pale) from Little Greene Paint & Paper. All pull handles and knobs are in an Old Pewter finish, to co-ordinate with the Bosch appliances, whilst the brassware is by Quooker and Hans Grohe. The overall scheme is complemented by the Carrara Quartz worktops, which feature an Ogee profile. Harvey Ball Photography Ltd.

French limestone antiqued floor

Natural Stone Consulting

Antiqued French limestone flagstones were used for the floor throughout this renovated property. They were chosen to match in with some of the existing flooring which the owner was keen to keep in some areas.

Painted Kitchen - Farnham

The White Kitchen Company

Photo of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Cape Cod in San Marino

Charmean Neithart Interiors

Traditional Cape Cod with open concept floorplan and two islands. Features include skylight, nickel sinks. custom drying drawers, painted cabinets and massive 7 light bay window.

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

Kiff Green - Contemporary Country Kitchen

Ben Heath Interiors

Plenty space has been left between the units and island to allow two people to be in the space if necessary and for oven doors/drawers to be pulled out and look at. Pan drawers are to the left of the Aga as well as two units in the island. The chrome lantern light pools light over the food preparation area which is opposite the butler sink, overlooking the garden. Photos by Ben Heath

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!