Our Austin studio decided to go bold with this project by ensuring that each space had a unique identity in the Mid-Century Modern style bathroom, butler's pantry, and mudroom. We covered the bathroom walls and flooring with stylish beige and yellow tile that was cleverly installed to look like two different patterns. The mint cabinet and pink vanity reflect the mid-century color palette. The stylish knobs and fittings add an extra splash of fun to the bathroom. The butler's pantry is located right behind the kitchen and serves multiple functions like storage, a study area, and a bar. We went with a moody blue color for the cabinets and included a raw wood open shelf to give depth and warmth to the space. We went with some gorgeous artistic tiles that create a bold, intriguing look in the space. In the mudroom, we used siding materials to create a shiplap effect to create warmth and texture – a homage to the classic Mid-Century Modern design. We used the same blue from the butler's pantry to create a cohesive effect. The large mint cabinets add a lighter touch to the space. --- Project designed by the Atomic Ranch featured modern designers at Breathe Design Studio. From their Austin design studio, they serve an eclectic and accomplished nationwide clientele including in Palm Springs, LA, and the San Francisco Bay Area. For more about Breathe Design Studio, see here: https://www.breathedesignstudio.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.breathedesignstudio.com/atomic-ranch

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

Carmit Oron Interior Design

Design ideas for a small country galley separate kitchen in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Le studio meublé

Francisco LOPEZ | FEEL INTERIEUR

Crédit photos : Sabine Serrad
Small scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Lyon with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, panelled appliances, plywood floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

White, Contemporary, and Eclectic Kitchen

SOLLiD Cabinetry

Shane Baker Studios
Photo of a large contemporary open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Blairgowrie Home - Coastal Living

Studio Tom

Derek Swalwell
Contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, with island, black benchtop, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Armstrong-Duality Vinyl Sheet Flooring

Styron Floor Covering & Interiors

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Armstrong - Duality Vinyl Sheet Flooring

Arcata ProFloor, Abbey Design Center

This is an example of a large eclectic single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and linoleum floors.

West Asheville Overhaul

Align Design LLC

Space under the stairs was maximized by creating a niche with plenty of storage and display space.
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Kensington Craftsman

Annie B. Designs

Finch Photo
Inspiration for a large transitional kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Wood Veneer Kitchen Cabinet Collection By Darash

By Darash - Kitchen Cabinets, Vanities & Closets

Mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in Austin with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, cement tile splashback, with island, grey floor, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, panelled appliances, cement tiles and grey benchtop.

Appartement classique chic à Paris

François Guillemin

François Guillemin
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with beaded inset cabinets, wood benchtops, cement tile splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink and multi-coloured splashback.

Stanmore home

Such Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, metallic splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, with island and white floor.

Stylish/Neutral Kitchenhood

Kimberly Barr Interior Design

Photo of a large transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Kitchen

ING Construction

Complete ADU Build; Framing, drywall, insulation, carpentry and all required electrical and plumbing needs per the ADU build. Installation of all tile; Kitchen flooring and backsplash. Installation of hardwood flooring and base molding. Installation of all Kitchen cabinets as well as a fresh paint to finish.

Great Britain Apartments

Globarch Group Design&Architecture

Small modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Nakan Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | AZ

Flooret

Inspired by sandy shorelines on the California coast, this beachy blonde vinyl floor brings just the right amount of variation to each room. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

Rénovation totale

JE RÉNOVE TOUT POUR VOUS

Shootin
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall separate kitchen in Paris with white cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, grey floor, a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, no island and ceramic floors.

Classico in Designer White & Dove Grey, Remodel in Rosemary Beach, FL

Marquis Fine Cabinetry

Project Number: M1239 Design/Manufacturer/Installer: Marquis Fine Cabinetry Collection: Classico Finishes: Designer White & Dove Grey Profile: Mission Features: Under Cabinet Lighting, Adjustable Legs/Soft Close (Standard) Cabinet/Drawer Extra Options: Trash Bay Pullout, Custom Appliance Panels, Wainscot, Dovetail Drawer Box

Frenchs Forest

User

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Sydney with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown benchtop.

Valley View Home

Jordan Iverson Signature Homes

Well-designed kitchen featuring black, white, and natural woods accents. Plenty of storage and space to entertain loved ones.
Photo of a large modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and vaulted.

Kitchen with a Drop-in Sink and Cement Tile Splashback 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!