This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Brisbane with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, grey floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Kenwood Shingle Style

TEA2 Architects

Design ideas for a traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop, exposed beam and wood.

KITCHEN / DINING | Shaker Cabinetry & Exposed Beams

Studio Mônty

The kitchen has been cleverly designed to maximise the space. The tall fridge/freezer unit has been dropped to fit the ceiling height and the corner unit houses a pull-out larder cupboard. Oak worktops and live edge solid oak shelving add warmth. The Ercol dining chairs are vintage, with new cushions upholstered in Christopher Farr cloth.

Country Home, Gloucestershire

Justin Van Breda London

This is an example of a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Gloucestershire with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, black appliances, a peninsula, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Photography for Yellow Door Architects - 1930's house renovation Bromley, London

Adelina Iliev Photography

Photo of a transitional galley kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Квартира для подруги

Марина Кутепова

Large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, no island, brown floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Cuisine du projet DIOMEDES

ELLYPSE

A la demande des clients, la cuisine est colorée. Conservation du sol existant. La crédence en carreaux de ciment a des touches de bleu rappelant la couleur des caissons de cuisine. Plans de travail et étagères sont en bois pour s'harmoniser avec les poutres.

Rénovation cuisine blanche et bois dans une ancienne longère

CUISINES BRUNO VERITE

Rénover une ancienne longère, c’est le rêve de nombreux français. Nous avons réalisé celui de M. & Mme S en intégrant dans ce grand espace une superbe cuisine blanche & bois. L’électricité et la plomberie ont été modifiées avant l’installation des meubles, au millimètre près, autour des poutres, du pilier et de la chaudière. Les finitions sont impeccables. La lumière naturelle se reflète dans le travertin au sol qui illumine toute la pièce. Chaque espace de rangement semble quasiment invisible grâce aux poignées fines et discrètes intégrées sur les meubles bas. La nouvelle cuisine de M. & Mme S est épurée, lumineuse et fonctionnelle. C’est exactement ce qu’ils recherchaient. Si vous aussi vous souhaitez aménager votre cuisine de rêve dans une ancienne bâtisse, contactez-moi dès maintenant.

LA BRISE

BCOZ! Architecture d'intérieur

Photo of a small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, exposed beam, beige floor and brown benchtop.

The unfitted Kitchen Project

Groth & Sons

Inspiration for an expansive industrial u-shaped kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, brown splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, grey floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Amazing Solid Ash Kitchen

Kettle Co. Kitchens

It was a real pleasure to install this solid ash kitchen in this incredible living space. Not only do the wooden beams create a natural symmetry to the room but they also provide a rustic country feel. We used solid ash kitchen doors from our Mornington range painted in Dove grey. Firstly, we felt this was the perfect colour to let the natural wooden features shine through. Secondly, it created a more open feel to the whole living space. Oak worktops and bespoke shelving above the range cooker blend seamlessly with the exposed wooden beams. They bring the whole living space together in a seamless way and create a truly unique kitchen. If you like this solid ash kitchen and would like to find out more about our award-winning kitchens, get in touch or book a free design appointment today.

Mr & Mrs M

Vita Nova Interiors Ltd

This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, laminate benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Таунхаус 192 м2 в Черногории в морском стиле

Блохина Ксения

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style galley separate kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors, no island, beige floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

King's Point Update

Defined by Design

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Modern Industrial Commercial Grade Loft Kitchen

Woodhull

Inspiration for an industrial l-shaped kitchen in Portland Maine with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Maison Aiguines

A R C H i T E T ! S

Mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, metal splashback, white appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, orange floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Maison de bourg

Batiste.g.décoration

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in Angers with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Fall Parade Home 2020

Zawadski Homes Inc.

Spacious open floor plan with lots of natural light.
Design ideas for a country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

BRIGHTON WOOD

Perspectives Architecture & Design

Cuisine traditionnel et contemporaine à la fois. Représentation du style Transitionnel.
Mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Traditional Hand Painted Framed Kitchen

Tulip

This is an example of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Kitchen with Brown Benchtop and Exposed Beam 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!