Explore this open-plan space of sophistication and style with a dark-coloured kitchen. For this project in Harpenden, the client wanted a cooking space to suit their family requirements but also with a chic and moody feel. This kitchen features Nobilia's 317 Touch and 340 Lacquer Laminate in Black Supermatt for a luxurious yet understated allure. The sleek 12mm ceramic worktop complements the deep tones, providing a modern touch to the space. A focal point is the bronze mirror backsplash, a stunning creation by Southern Counties Glass, adding depth to the space. High-end appliances from AEG, Bora, Blanco, and Quooker seamlessly blend functionality with aesthetics to elevate the kitchen's performance. These appliances add efficiency to daily cooking activities. At the heart of this space stands a large central island for dining and entertaining, while serving as an additional workspace for meal preparation. Suspended above, gold ambient lighting casts a warm glow, adding a touch of glamour to the space. Contrasting with the dark backdrop, teal counter stools inject a pop of colour and vibrancy, creating a delightful visual balance. Does this Dark Luxurious Kitchen inspire you? Get in touch with us if you want to transform your cooking space.

Blanche Kitchen

Comma Design Studio

This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor and brown benchtop.

Color Forward

DEW Design Company

The original stained glass window nestles behind a farmhouse sink, traditional faucet, and bold cabinetry. Little green accent lighting and glassware echo the window colors. Dark walnut knobs and butcherblock countertops create usable surfaces in this chef's kitchen. Design: @dewdesignchicago Photography: @erinkonrathphotography Styling: Natalie Marotta Style

Modern Victorian

Zimmer Design LLC

Bakers hutch with built in flour sifter. Framed backsplash art.
Inspiration for a large traditional galley kitchen in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops and brown benchtop.

Dettagli che fanno la differenza

Francesca Babolin

Dettagli su un appartamento di circa 70 mq, in cui si è intervenuti con ristrutturazione cucina e arredamento ricercando i toni giusti per il soggiorno.

East Austin Bungalow

Mackenzie Wood Interiors

Go bold with color when designing small spaces. Every item and every square inch has a purpose, form and function are on in the same. Open shelving holds everyday dishes and trailing plants to create a unique and liveable look.

Bohème Chic

Anne Chemineau - Decor Interieur

Inspiration for a small l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

CUCINA A U DI 12 MQ

diotti.com

Cucina a ferro di cavallo in ambiente di 12 mq - Render fotorealistico del progetto
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Cheshire with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, no island, white floor and brown benchtop.

Жизнь в цвете

Kutenkovs project

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Novosibirsk with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, pink cabinets, laminate benchtops, pink splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island and brown benchtop.

Дом на Кедровой

АВИЛА. Студия интерьера и архитектуры

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Saint Petersburg with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, brown floor, brown benchtop and recessed.

Coach House

reDesign home | chicago

Small traditional single-wall kitchen pantry in Chicago with an undermount sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Bespoke country cottage kitchen Surrey

Bespoke By Acorn

This bespoke country cottage kitchen was designed and hand built for our clients’ picturesque cottage in the Surrey countryside. They wanted us to create a kitchen with a cosy, inviting feel in a vintage style which felt part of the architecture of their home. We explored ideas and visuals together, before the final design was agreed: a shaker style in oak and a neutral palette with integrated appliances and period features. Traditional charm, timeless quality The bespoke, custom made kitchen enhances the rural character and exposed oak ceiling beams of the space. It’s full of charm, with plenty of made to measure storage and a practical modern range cooker. A shaker-inspired design was chosen for all the cabinet fronts. This is a timeless authentic style with good proportions and a paired-back look that works well in a country kitchen. The simple moulding we’ve introduced here, softens the clean lines and has a delicate classic look. Bespoke grey painted finish The cabinet doors have been spray finished in Farrow & Ball’s Purbeck Stone, an understated, calming grey; which is also used on the handcrafted wall panelling. The wide custom-made worktops in solid oak match the beams and provide a hardwearing surface with a warm feel that will mature beautifully with age. We have oiled the worktops with a durable, clear, matt Osmo oil to retain the natural appearance. Freestanding island We hand built this island to add efficiency, style and storage to the kitchen. The island has been spray painted in Farrow & Ball Moles Breath, a darker, warm grey which injects a bold contrast to the Purbeck Stone. Having a compact island like this offers ours client lots of flexibility in the kitchen, and provides the perfect spot to prepare dishes, mix drinks or read the post with a morning coffee. It’s a useful feature that is fast-replacing the traditional cook’s table.

Une cuisine tout en douceur...

MID CONCEPT

Small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Lyon with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and coffered.

Northern MN Lakeside Home

Lenox House Design

This custom support kitchen is a gem. The scalloping at the top of the cabinets was patterned directly from the cottage on the property to compliment the windows that were used as the upper cabinet doors. The original pine finish shown on the front was actually inside of the cottage but when you open them they are blue, since the exterior of the cottage was white and blue. The blue and white tile coordinates with the antique hand painted dishware collected by the home owner. Butcher block countertops, a cast iron undermount sink, a bridge faucet and dutch door painted in Showstopper Red to match the front door helps complement this space.

Traditional Kitchen Remodel

Country Gentlemen Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling

Yorktowne cherry cabinetry; color brandywine, Fillmore door style, baseboard matching cabinets, water resistant laminate flooring, granite countertop, stainless steel double bowl undermount sink, tile backsplash in subway style layout and undercabinet lighting.

Agencement conseil cuisine : green is the new black

Fil Rouge Decoration

La rénovation de cette cuisine a été travaillée en tenant compte des envies de mes clients et des différentes contraintes techniques. La cuisine devait rester fonctionnelle et agréable mais aussi apporter un maximum de rangement bien qu'il ne fût pas possible de placer des caissons en zone haute.

Трехкомнатная квартира в центре Москвы

Project Group. Дизайн интерьера и ремонт

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley separate kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, marble floors, with island and brown benchtop.

Horsechops

YourStyle Kitchens Ltd

Design ideas for a small country l-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Collection 2021

LeichtUSA

With impressive size and in combination with high-quality materials, such as exquisite real wood and dark ceramics, this planning scenario sets new standards. The complete cladding of the handle-less kitchen run and the adjoining units with the new BOSSA program in walnut is an an architectural statement that makes no compromises in terms of function or aesthetics.

Traditional Hand Painted Framed Kitchen

Tulip

Photo 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.

All Cabinet Styles Kitchen with 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!