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Inspiration for a small scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Loft Kitchen

Mammoth Projects

The cabinets are a grey painted wood with custom routed pulls that triangulate to taper. The countertops in the space are a juxtaposition of concrete-effect dekton along with a 4” thick live-edge walnut slab.

Colorful Midcentury Modern Kitchen

North Shore Kitchen & Bath

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped separate kitchen in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

Anchorage at The Bower Medowie

McDonald Jones Homes

Photo of a large beach style galley kitchen pantry in Sydney with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, glass sheet splashback, white appliances, cement tiles, multiple islands, grey floor and white benchtop.

Spanish Oaks || Furnishings || Austin, Texas || Kitchen

Etch Design Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Contemporary Matt Black with Timber Veneer

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The concept for the Kitchen was Contemporary, sleek and minimalism with advanced materials to create a striking, modern look. The clients were looking for something dark with a matt finish, that didn’t require constant cleaning and maintenance. Polytecs newest innovation the ‘Venette’ Range, was the perfect choice with its fingerprint resistant technology. In order to introduce a third texture to the Kitchen in addition to the Matt Black cabinetry and textured Dekton, we implemented timber veneer. Overall this innovative Kitchen design offers dimension and interest while the diverse finishes make the space feel warm and appealing. This Kitchen design met all of the client’s requirements whilst successfully achieving a sleek, minimal and striking design.

Eversley Crescent

Sheraton Interiors

Satin Grey Velvet Laquer soft touch doors with Dakota wood as a contrast, complimented by the one and only Silestone Calacutta Gold worktops
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, cement tiles, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Hareskovby

Nicolaj Bo™

Inspiration for a large modern open plan kitchen in Copenhagen with blue cabinets, cement tiles and with island.

Castle Hill Kitchen

New England Design Elements

Brittany Fecteau
Inspiration for a large industrial l-shaped kitchen pantry in Manchester with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Rénovation Totale d'un duplex de 150m2 - Esprit Loft Scandinave

Isabelle Le Rest Intérieurs

Cuisine ouverte avec table de repas intégrée dans le salon - Esprit Loft scandinave - Isabelle Le Rest Interieurs
Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, cement tiles, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Charming House on the Hill

Kimberlee Kristine

RL Miller Photography
Design ideas for a small eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island and black floor.

Appartement de la 1ère division - Saint-Mandé

KAST DESIGN

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, cement tiles, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

435W and 104N Adams

Ripple D+B Co

Design ideas for an expansive contemporary eat-in kitchen in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey splashback, cement tiles, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and wood.

House for Booklovers and Cats

Barker Associates Architecture Office

Design ideas for an eclectic galley kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, yellow floor and grey benchtop.

Zilker Contemporary

Skelly Build

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Historic Hastings

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Regan Wood Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, with island, black floor and grey benchtop.

HEXAGON HEAVEN

ARTO

Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island and black floor.

La nature s'invite dans la pièce à vivre

RESOLUMENT DECO Nathalie Bosc

Mid-sized contemporary open plan kitchen in Lyon with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, with island, green floor and grey benchtop.

Historic Hastings

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Regan Wood Photography
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, with island, black floor and grey benchtop.

Ice Brown granite kitchen by LappTops

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This kitchen was fabricated by Lapptops and the cabinets were done by King's Woodwork! http://lapptops.net/ The island in this kitchen features Ice Brown (Alaska White) granite which blends well with the cabinets and floors. Search "bordeaux" granite, see more granite of this family or other stone options: http://www.stoneaction.com Learn more about granite to see if it’s right for you: Granite countertops can last a lifetime. It contains no harmful chemicals and do not emit harmful radiation or gasses. Granite is heat resistant and is one of the most heat-resistant countertops on the market. You can place a hot pan out of the oven directly onto the countertop surface. Experts do recommend the use of a trivet when using appliances that emit heat for long periods of time, such as crockpots. Since the material is so dense, there is a small possibility heating one area of the top and not the entire thing, could cause the countertop to crack. Granite is scratch resistant. You can cut on it, but it will dull your knives! Granite scores a seven on Moh’s hardness scale. Granite countertops are considered to be a low maintenance countertop surface. The likelihood of needing to be repaired or resurfaced is low. Granite is a porous material. Most fabricators will apply a sealer to granite countertops before they are installed which will protect them from absorbing liquids too quickly. Many sealers last more than 10 years before needing to be reapplied. When they do need to be reapplied, it is something that most homeowners can do on their own as the process is similar to cleaning. Darker granites are very dense and sometimes don’t even require a sealer. When it comes to pricing, there are a lot of variables such as edge profile, total square footage, backsplash, etc. Don’t be fooled by the stereotype that all granite is expensive. Lower-range granites will cost less than high-range laminate. Though granite countertops are not considered “low range” in pricing, there are a lot of affordable options. If you are looking for something truly unique, consider an exotic granite. Some quarries are not easily accessible and/or only able to be quarried for short periods of time throughout the year. If these circumstances exist in a quarry with gorgeous stone, the price will be driven upward. You won’t find a lot of solid patterns or bright colors, but both do exist. Also, watch for a large range of color and pattern within the same color of stone. It’s always a good idea to view the exact slab(s) that will be fabricated for your kitchen to make sure they are what you expected to see from the sample. Another factor is that many exotic types of granite have huge flowing waves, and a small sample will not be an accurate representation of the whole slab. Granite countertops are very resistant to chemicals. Acids and bases will not harm the material.

All Islands Kitchen with Cement Tiles 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!