The clients—a chef and a baker—desired a light-filled space with stylish function allowing them to cook, bake and entertain. Craig expanded the kitchen by removing a wall, vaulted the ceiling and enlarged the windows. Photo: Helynn Ospina

Golden Isles Residence 2

2id Interiors

Kitchen By 2id Interiors Photo Credits Emilio Collavino
Large contemporary kitchen in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, white benchtop, an undermount sink, white cabinets and grey floor.

REFORMA CASTELLARNAU, SABADELL

Estudio de Interiorismo Laura Martínez, S.L.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, grey floor, white benchtop, recessed and light wood cabinets.

Küche im Dachgeschoss

Lignatus - Die Wohnmanufaktur

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dortmund with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, tile benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, no island, green floor and grey benchtop.

Open-plan kitchen, Chiswick

KSR Interior Design Limited

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, solid surface benchtops, ceramic floors, a peninsula, grey floor, white benchtop, an undermount sink and black cabinets.

Modern Lake Placid Residence

Phinney Design Group

Elizabeth Pedinotti Haynes
Mid-sized modern kitchen in Burlington with flat-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor, an undermount sink, white cabinets, panelled appliances and white benchtop.

Contemporary Kitchen

This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Oxfordshire with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Scandinavian Style Kitchen in Walton-on-Thames

Thomas Davies Kitchens

Photo of an expansive scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Surrey with white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and flat-panel cabinets.

Screen House - Five Dock

RAAarchitects

Robert Walsh
Photo of a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, with island, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and black floor.

Ultra Contemporary Home in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Regency Construction Company, Inc.

Contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, grey splashback, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop, glass tile splashback and ceramic floors.

Self Build Buckinghamshire

Lynn Palmer Architects Ltd

The state-of-the-art contemporary kitchen features integrated Neff appliances and a quartz work surface.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary eat-in kitchen in Buckinghamshire with flat-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, black appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey benchtop, an undermount sink, black cabinets, window splashback and grey floor.

Loft BREMAN

Atelier BOOM TOWN

photo: Steve Montpetit
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Montreal with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Cuisine familiale au coeur de Paris

As de Carreaux

La crédence en carreaux étoilés, le sol tapissé de carreaux noirs, les meubles blancs, une parfaite qualité d'éclairage... Quelle élégance !
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Montpellier with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, grey floor, laminate benchtops, ceramic floors, with island and white benchtop.

Villiers

Roberta Becherucci - Cuisines et Décoration

Dans ce bel appartement haussmannien, la cuisine s’organise autour d’un mur courbe, ce qui n’est pas toujours facile à aménager mais apporte beaucoup de caractère à la pièce. Pour mettre en valeur cette particularité architecturale, un plan de travail en Corian blanc a été créé sur-mesure le long du mur, avec des espaces de rangement ajourés pour ranger les fruits et légumes. Les teintes bleutées de la pièce font écho à la crédence en zelliges marocains choisie par les propriétaires et aux suspensions lumineuses en verre. Un ensemble harmonieux où le moindre détail a été étudié pour gagner de l’espace… Luminaires : Et la lumière – Photos Meero

North Yorkshire Contemporary German Kitchen

DJB Photography

Damian James Bramley, DJB Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor, an undermount sink, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances and grey benchtop.

Fenix Beige Kitchen in Brockley

Puccini Kitchens

This kitchen in an open-plan space exudes contemporary elegance with its Italian handleless design. The cabinetry, finished in Fenix Beige Arizona and Bianco Kos with a luxurious matt finish, contributes to a seamless and sophisticated look. The Italian handleless style not only adds a touch of minimalism but also enhances the clean lines and sleek aesthetic of the space. The worktops, featuring 20mm Caesarstone Aterra Blanca Quartz, add a touch of refinement and durability to the kitchen. The light colour complements the cabinetry choices to create a cohesive design. The choice of Caesarstone ensures a sturdy and easy-to-maintain surface. A spacious island takes centre stage in this open-plan layout, serving as a focal point for both cooking and dining activities. The integrated hob on the island enhances the functionality of the space, allowing for efficient meal preparation while maintaining a streamlined appearance. This kitchen is not just practical and functional; it also provides an inviting area for dining and socialising with a great choice of colours, materials, and overall design. Are you inspired by this kitchen? Visit our project pages for more.

Contemporary London Townhouse

Sustainable Kitchens

An extension on a London townhouse with flat panel, handless cabinetry for a sleek and contemporary kitchen. With high ceilings, the cabinets on one wall use the full height with plenty of storage. The mix of white and oak ensures the space doesn't feel cold. We crafted a bench seat in the garden room with additional hinged storage to make use of the views of the long landscaped garden.

Un chantier entièrement mené à distance - Projet Phalsbourg

Mon Concept Habitation

Un chantier entièrement mené à distance. Notre client, pour des raisons professionnelles, est souvent en déplacement à l’étranger. Ce chantier, qui met le vert à l’honneur, a donc été piloté entièrement à distance. Terminé dans les temps, il a été finalisé juste avant la naissance du petit dernier de la famille !

Création ouverture Verrière

RAISON Home

This is an example of a large modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Nice with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, no island, beige benchtop, a single-bowl sink, laminate benchtops and ceramic floors.

John Black Drive, Marsden Park

Homes On Trend - Property Styling

Mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, grey benchtop, window splashback, a peninsula and grey floor.

Kitchen with Ceramic Floors 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!