Practical and durable but retaining warmth and texture as the hub of the family home.Rear works benches are stainless steel providing durable work surfaces while the timber island provides warmth when sitting around with a cuppa! The darker colours with timber accented shelves creates a recessive quality with earth and texture. Shelves used to highlight ceramic collections used daily.

Dartmouth House

Shane Marsh Architects

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.

Traditional Country Hand Painted Framed Kitchen

Tulip

Large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Renovation cuisine Blanche et Bois Design

CUISINES BRUNO VERITE

Spacieuse, élégante et épurée, cette cuisine a de quoi vous faire rêver ! Nous avons tout refait du sol au plafond, en passant par l’électricité, la plomberie et même la peinture. En ce qui concerne l’éclairage, nous avons installé des spots dans les meubles haut ainsi qu’un luminaire au plafond dont l’intensité et la teinte sont réglables avec une télécommande. Mr & Mme B peuvent donc changer d’ambiance en fonction de leurs envies du moment. On retrouve, comme dans toutes mes créations, beaucoup de coulissants pour des cuisines toujours plus fonctionnelles. L’harmonie des couleurs est également au rendez-vous, avec une grande table en bois assortie au plan de travail et à la crédence. J’ai d’ailleurs encouragé mes clients à prendre des caissons gris assortis avec les tiroirs et le sol de la cuisine. Une couleur qui fait ressortir les façades blanches et donne cette touche design structurée. Et vous que pensez vous de cette association de couleurs ? Si vous aussi vous souhaitez transformer votre cuisine en cuisine de rêve, contactez-moi dès maintenant.

Glen Ellen Residence

Knock Architecture and Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, brown benchtop and wood.

Appartement haussmannien Paris 16

SQUARE RENOVATION

Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Modern Kitchen & Living

ARTEZIA European Cabinetry | Design Studio

From Kitchen to Living Room. We do that.
Photo of a mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Boscastle Road

Finkernagel Ross GmbH

This is an example of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, with island, a drop-in sink, panelled appliances, concrete floors, grey floor and brown benchtop.

"Master Wall", El Putxet - 68m2- Barcelona

GokoStudio

Fotografía: Valentín Hîncú
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Barcelona with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Vail Ski Haus

Reed Design Group

Inspiration for a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, stainless steel appliances, wood benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, with island, grey 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.

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.

Touch 334/341

PremiumLife

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Elmhurst Cottage

DESIGN LAB 444

Stephanie Russo Photography
Photo of a small country u-shaped kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, grey floor, white splashback, subway tile splashback and brown benchtop.

CHATENAY - Une cuisine épurée et lumineuse

LUPO Design et Agencement d'Espaces

Cuisine - Vue de l'entrée Calepinage au sol
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, cement tiles, no island, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Blanc bois

Concepts.D

Alliant placage bois et laque blanche mat, le plan a ete lis en Dekton Enzo pour un plan robuste pour toute la famille.La table sur mesure en bois massif. Tous les apareils ont été intégrés.

Avda.Icaria

Nivell Estudi de Cuines,S.L.U

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley separate kitchen in Barcelona with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, brown splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, no island, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Beach Style Kitchen

Inspiration for a beach style galley open plan kitchen in Newcastle - Maitland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Urban Retreat

Consilium B LLC

Matte Grey Fenix Laminate combined with a warm oak Evoke horizontal grain make this kitchen welcome even in a darker urban setting
This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped separate kitchen in Atlanta with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Modern farmhouse home renovation

Magpie Interiors, LLC

I love this hammered copper farmhouse sink. It adds tons of charm to this country kitchen.
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, vinyl floors, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Kitchen with Grey Floor and Brown Benchtop 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!