Design ideas for an expansive modern galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black appliances, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop, vaulted, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback and vinyl floors.

TOWNHOUSE LUXURY IN DULWICH/RESIDANCE 2

Claridge Construction

Design ideas for a large modern galley eat-in kitchen in Adelaide with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, red splashback, brick splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Tahmour: Kitchen NSW 2573

The Renovation Broker

This luxurious Hamptons design offers a stunning kitchen with all the modern appliances necessary for any cooking aficionado. Featuring an opulent natural stone benchtop and splashback, along with a dedicated butlers pantry coffee bar - designed exclusively by The Renovation Broker - this abode is sure to impress even the most discerning of guests!

Kitchen Remodeling in Washington, D.C

Reno Maryland

Large eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, with island, white benchtop, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

New Home in Orefield

Laslo Custom Kitchens, Inc.

Perimeter Hardware Paint Island - Rift White Oak Wood Driftwood Dark Stain
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white benchtop, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, red splashback, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Квартира в центре Москвы

Ira Sagun

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, black appliances, marble floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Olathe MCM

Stumpff HomeWorks, LLC

Photo of a midcentury single-wall eat-in kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, slate floors, with island, black floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Light & Bright Modern Home

SOLLiD Cabinetry

Design: Hartford House Design & Build PC: Nick Sorensen
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Allentown, Pa New Build Pennsylvania Custom Farmhouse and Barn

lisa furey interiors

This is an example of a large country open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, green cabinets, beige floor and white benchtop.

Daniel Island Drive

Delpino Custom Homes

Photography by Patrick Brickman
Design ideas for an expansive country galley open plan kitchen in Charleston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white benchtop, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Kings Cross Studio Flat

Philip Raymond Photography

Philip Raymond
This is an example of a small contemporary kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, brick splashback, a peninsula, brown benchtop, a drop-in sink, wood benchtops and black appliances.

Shawnee Kitchen Remodel

Allen Building Specialties, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Fulham Family Home

Imperfect Interiors

The kitchen diner of our Fulham Family Home was painted in Paint & Paper Library Capuchin which felt light & elegant, and we added contrast & texture with a granite worktop, pale green & inky blue Shaker kitchen & an oak herringbone parquet floor. A semi sheer curtain helped to prevent glare and added privacy, while the jute rug, upholstered dining chairs & bronze hardware added warmth.

Project 47

The Main Company

Wine cooler tucked away in the island
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in London with blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, a farmhouse sink and beaded inset cabinets.

Georgian Family Home

NB Interiors UK

Kitchen area, clean, minimal and high end
This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Essex with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Painted Shaker, Oswestry

Kenton Jones

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, black appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Greenwich Street

Liza Kuhn Interiors

Photo of a small traditional separate kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Minimalist apartment

Crewzz, Inc

Modernist clean kitchen
Inspiration for a small industrial single-wall open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, with island, black floor and brown benchtop.

Custom Kitchen and Dining Room Remodel in Manhattan Beach

Periana Architecture

Design ideas for a large midcentury l-shaped kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

St. Botolph

Bloom Architecture

New Custom Kitchen with Brass Accents and Quartzite Counters. Walnut Floating Shelves and Integrated Appliances.
Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, quartzite benchtops and granite splashback.

Kitchen with Brick Splashback and Granite 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!