Design ideas for a traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, brown splashback, beaded inset cabinets, distressed cabinets, mosaic tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Modern Rustic Black Kitchen in Wendover

Ridgeway Interiors

With a striking, bold design that's both sleek and warm, this modern rustic black kitchen is a beautiful example of the best of both worlds. When our client from Wendover approached us to re-design their kitchen, they wanted something sleek and sophisticated but also comfortable and warm. We knew just what to do — design and build a contemporary yet cosy kitchen. This space is about clean, sleek lines. We've chosen Hacker Systemat cabinetry — sleek and sophisticated — in the colours Black and Oak. A touch of warm wood enhances the black units in the form of oak shelves and backsplash. The wooden accents also perfectly match the exposed ceiling trusses, creating a cohesive space. This modern, inviting space opens up to the garden through glass folding doors, allowing a seamless transition between indoors and out. The area has ample lighting from the garden coming through the glass doors, while the under-cabinet lighting adds to the overall ambience. The island is built with two types of worksurface: Dekton Laurent (a striking dark surface with gold veins) for cooking and Corian Designer White for eating. Lastly, the space is furnished with black Siemens appliances, which fit perfectly into the dark colour palette of the space.

Timber Frame Transitional Kitchen

Designs for Living by Wendy, LLC

This is an example of a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Jacksonville with light wood cabinets, brown splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, soapstone benchtops, mosaic tile splashback, black appliances and multi-coloured benchtop.

Angelina estates

Saratoga Signature Interiors

Randall Perry Photography
Design ideas for a large country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Boston with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, travertine splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Dream Kitchen

G&H Construction Group, LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Warm Transitional Kitchen

Designer's Edge Kitchen & Bath

The remodel took traffic flow and appliance placement into consideration. The refrigerator was relocated to an area closer to the sink and out of the flow of traffic. Recessed lighting and under-cabinet lighting now flood the kitchen with warm light. The closet pantry and a half wall between the family room and kitchen were removed and a peninsular with seating area was added to provide a large work surface, storage on both sides and shelving with baskets to store homework, craft items and books. Opening this area up provided a welcoming spot for friends and family to gather when entertaining. The microwave was placed at a height that was safe and convenient for the whole family. Cabinets taken to the ceiling, large drawers, pantry roll-outs and a corner lazy susan have helped make this kitchen a pleasure to gather as a family.

Transitional Kitchen Renovation with Subway Backsplash in Jacksonville

Granite Transformations of Jacksonville

Granite Transformations of Jacksonville offers engineered stone slabs that we custom fabricate to install over existing services - kitchen countertops, shower walls, tub walls, backsplashes, fireplace fronts and more, usually in one day with no intrusive demolition! Our amazing stone material is non porous, maintenance free, and is heat, stain and scratch resistant. Our proprietary engineered stone is 95% granites, quartzes and other beautiful natural stone infused w/ Forever Seal, our state of the art polymer that makes our stone countertops the best on the market. This is not a low quality, toxic spray over application! GT has a lifetime warranty. All of our certified installers are our company so we don't sub out our installations - very important. We are A+ rated by BBB, Angie's List Super Service winners and are proud that over 50% of our business is repeat business, customer referrals or word of mouth references!! CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE DESIGN CONSULTATION!

Contemporary Style Open-Plan Shaker Kitchen

Wharfedale Interiors

This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, with island, an undermount sink, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, brick splashback, black appliances, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

White Shaker and Ash Stain

Dutch Design Cabinetry - Phoenix, Arizona

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, with island, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Utley Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Traditional White Kitchen Photo by: Sacha Griffin
Large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, brown floor, brown splashback, stone tile splashback and multi-coloured benchtop.

Custom Cabinetry

User

Design ideas for a large transitional single-wall open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

1550 West Boston | Historic Boston Edison | Detroit

In the D Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Award Winning Texas Kitchen

Designs for Living by Wendy, LLC

Dennis Martin
Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Jacksonville with stainless steel appliances, recessed-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, glass benchtops, brown splashback, glass tile splashback, marble floors, multiple islands, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Centerport

Artista Kitchen & Bath Design

Open Concept Kitchen with attached bar area and fireplace
This is an example of a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Birmingham, MI Rustic Modern Chef's Kitchen Remodel

MainStreet Design Build

The new, wider countertop surrounding the 36” Wolf pro-range is completely unencumbered with the removal of the tall cabinets on the wall. A striking copper hood became a spectacular focal point in its place.

Hood River Residence Interior

Catch Architecture

Photo of a contemporary kitchen in San Luis Obispo with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, brown splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen Detail

Seaside Builders Of Delray Beach, Florida

Kitchen Detail
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, multi-coloured benchtop and brown splashback.

Kitchen in Pompton Lakes - 07/2021

North Jersey Remodelers LLC.

Inspiration for a small modern l-shaped separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Italian Style Custom Home

Ever-Green Homes, LLC

Exquisite kitchen inspired by Italian design ideas. The kitchen includes two islands, a two-sided fireplace that is shared with the formal dining room and a custom hood surround for the 48" Wolf range.

Kitchen view of the island from the sitting area

Erotas Custom Building

Grand architecturally detailed stone family home. Each interior uniquely customized. Architect: Mike Sharrett of Sharrett Design Interior Designer: Laura Ramsey Engler of Ramsey Engler, Ltd.

Kitchen with Brown Splashback and Multi-Coloured 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!