Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Barn Door Walk-in Pantry, Transitional Kitchen Remodel

MainStreet Design Build

This beautiful Birmingham, MI home had been renovated prior to our clients purchase, but the style and overall design was not a fit for their family. They really wanted to have a kitchen with a large “eat-in” island where their three growing children could gather, eat meals and enjoy time together. Additionally, they needed storage, lots of storage! We decided to create a completely new space. The original kitchen was a small “L” shaped workspace with the nook visible from the front entry. It was completely closed off to the large vaulted family room. Our team at MSDB re-designed and gutted the entire space. We removed the wall between the kitchen and family room and eliminated existing closet spaces and then added a small cantilevered addition toward the backyard. With the expanded open space, we were able to flip the kitchen into the old nook area and add an extra-large island. The new kitchen includes oversized built in Subzero refrigeration, a 48” Wolf dual fuel double oven range along with a large apron front sink overlooking the patio and a 2nd prep sink in the island. Additionally, we used hallway and closet storage to create a gorgeous walk-in pantry with beautiful frosted glass barn doors. As you slide the doors open the lights go on and you enter a completely new space with butcher block countertops for baking preparation and a coffee bar, subway tile backsplash and room for any kind of storage needed. The homeowners love the ability to display some of the wine they’ve purchased during their travels to Italy! We did not stop with the kitchen; a small bar was added in the new nook area with additional refrigeration. A brand-new mud room was created between the nook and garage with 12” x 24”, easy to clean, porcelain gray tile floor. The finishing touches were the new custom living room fireplace with marble mosaic tile surround and marble hearth and stunning extra wide plank hand scraped oak flooring throughout the entire first floor.

Mission Hills Farmhouse 2

Bill Bocken Architecture & Interior Design

Shelley Metcalf & Glenn Cormier Photographers
Photo of a large country l-shaped separate kitchen in San Diego with shaker cabinets, with island, a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Custom Atlanta Home

Vincent Longo Custom Builders

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Boise Residence

Hsu McCullough

Kitchen. Photo by Clark Dugger
Small contemporary galley separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, medium hardwood floors, wood benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, no island and brown floor.

South Finley Rd. Kitchen

J Kennedy Design

Large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with panelled appliances, wood benchtops, white cabinets, beige splashback, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Cuisine Marly le Roi

Olivia Martin / Architecte d'Intérieur

Cuisine style campagne chic un peu British
Mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Glengall Rd, Queen's Park, NW6

Huntsmore

Design ideas for a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Industrial Kitchen Design Ideas

Everingham Design

This is an example of a small industrial l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Agrandissement d'une maison

Arzel Studio

Projet d'agrandissement de maison
Large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Два мира, две эпохи

DesignStudio13 | Березовская Олеся

Design ideas for a contemporary eat-in kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, brown benchtop and no island.

HGTV Modern Farmhouse Marine Blue Kitchen

SH interiors

We completely renovated this space for an episode of HGTV House Hunters Renovation. The kitchen was originally a galley kitchen. We removed a wall between the DR and the kitchen to open up the space. We used a combination of countertops in this kitchen. To give a buffer to the wood counters, we used slabs of marble each side of the sink. This adds interest visually and helps to keep the water away from the wood counters. We used blue and cream for the cabinetry which is a lovely, soft mix and wood shelving to match the wood counter tops. To complete the eclectic finishes we mixed gold light fixtures and cabinet hardware with black plumbing fixtures and shelf brackets.

Mountain Maritime Pantry

Design Harmony

Custom Cabinets: Acadia Cabinets Backsplash Tile: Daltile Custom Copper Detail on Hood: Northwest Custom Woodwork Appliances: Albert Lee/Wolf Fabric for Custom Romans: Kravet

Dean - Garage Conversion ADU - Los Angeles

Pearl Remodeling

Recessed lighting and vaulted ceiling making the place seem spacious. Laminated hardwood floors giving you the modern look along with the stainless steel appliances. Sliding mirror doors, creating separation yet being functional at the same time. Lovely expandable dining table for when guests arrive, but a space saver when not in use.

Old and New Again

Kitchens by Design

This is an example of a country u-shaped kitchen in Jacksonville with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Farmhouse Inspiration

Pamko Construction

Inspiration for a country l-shaped kitchen in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Nordican - Rénovation studio 20m² Paris 15e

NEVA Architecture Intérieure - Interior Design

Jolie cuisine toute hauteur blanche ikea, aux étagères en angle sur-mesure, avec un plan de travail en bois clair, et une belle crédence en carreaux de ciment. Le coin salle à manger est résolument scandinave avec ses jolies chaises en bois sur table blanche. https://www.nevainteriordesign.com/ Liens Magazines : Houzz https://www.houzz.fr/ideabooks/108492391/list/visite-privee-ce-studio-de-20-m%C2%B2-parait-beaucoup-plus-vaste#1730425 Côté Maison http://www.cotemaison.fr/loft-appartement/diaporama/studio-paris-15-renovation-d-un-20-m2-avec-mezzanine_30202.html Maison Créative http://www.maisoncreative.com/transformer/amenager/comment-amenager-lespace-sous-une-mezzanine-9753 Castorama https://www.18h39.fr/articles/avant-apres-un-studio-vieillot-de-20-m2-devenu-hyper-fonctionnel-et-moderne.html Mosaic Del Sur https://www.instagram.com/p/BjnF7-bgPIO/?taken-by=mosaic_del_sur Article d'un magazine Serbe https://www.lepaisrecna.rs/moj-stan/inspiracija/24907-najsladji-stan-u-parizu-savrsene-boje-i-dizajn-za-stancic-od-20-kvadrata-foto.html

Gourmet Spice Pantry w Pocket doors

Benvenuti and Stein

Northfield IL kitchen remodel has Gourmet Spice Pantry with curved shelves and pocket doors for easy hallway access. Norman Sizemore- Photographer
Design ideas for a transitional kitchen in Chicago with wood benchtops and brown floor.

Valerio Residence

Hayley Bridges Design

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Santa Barbara with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

SPINNERSTOWN STONE HOUSE.

Sullivan Building & Design Group

The overall impact of this kitchen space is the defining element in the overall scheme for the project. We were able to flip around a stone fireplace to become a dominant focal point in the interior space. We created a central axis from front to rear by the addition of the massive window wall leading to the outdoor entertaining area. Clearly the woodwork and the attention to every detail are evident in the final product. This unique kitchen is the focal point of 2 complimentary buildings which have been connected to form a beautiful master suite on one side and a lively family room and dining room on the other. This central open kitchen is the focal point for this sensitive and creative renovation. Custom walnut cabinets and built-ins and Danby marble countertops blend perfectly with the carefully re-pointed stone walls of the original walls of the existing buildings.

Kitchen with Wood Benchtops and Brown Floor 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!