Kitchen remodel by Basements & Beyond
This is an example of a transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Wrecked Rental Project

Arrow Point Design

Concrete counter tops, white subway tile backsplash, latte colored cabinets with black hardware. Farmhouse sink with black faucet.
Small eclectic u-shaped kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, beige cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, laminate floors and brown floor.

The Live Oak House-Kitchen/Dining

RORY REYNOLDS + ASSOCIATES

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island and brown floor.

Geddes Ravine Residence

Beechwood Building & Design

Contemporary styling and a large, welcoming island insure that this kitchen will be the place to be for many family gatherings and nights of entertaining. Jeff Garland Photogrpahy

Solstice House

GriD architects

This is an example of a small modern l-shaped separate kitchen in Baltimore with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Hillsborough

Coddington Design

The clients wanted a custom, timeless design that would stand the tests of time by using high-end quality materials. Arches and warm Mediterranean colors were used in the kitchen to compliment the style of the home and blend with their personal style. Photo: David Duncan Livingston

W downstairs

Just Jill! Interiors

Megan Kime
Traditional l-shaped kitchen in Raleigh with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, red splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Naturally Luxe

Mike Schaap Builders

The most notable design component is the exceptional use of reclaimed wood throughout nearly every application. Sourced from not only one, but two different Indiana barns, this hand hewn and rough sawn wood is used in a variety of applications including custom cabinetry with a white glaze finish, dark stained window casing, butcher block island countertop and handsome woodwork on the fireplace mantel, range hood, and ceiling. Underfoot, Oak wood flooring is salvaged from a tobacco barn, giving it its unique tone and rich shine that comes only from the unique process of drying and curing tobacco. Photo Credit: Ashley Avila

Black with Timber Features

Juro Design

Designed and Executed by Juro Design, this kitchen was completely re-imagined to create a timeless space that builds appeal and interest through layered decor elements. The final result exceeded our clients' expectations and has become a design focal point. Materials used: Laminex Absolute Matte Black cabinets, paired with concrete benchtops and finished off with custom solid blackbutt timber handles and feature details. The door to the pantry forms part of the cabinetry concealing it from view. We also have a custom made sliding access panel incorporated into the splashback with the benchtop following through proving functional easy access to the pantry.

Rustic Farmhouse Pantry with Sliding Barn Door

Ron Brown - The Finisher

Gorgeous sliding barn wood doors cover the pantry and can be moved easily to change the look of the kitchen.
This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse-Upstate

Crisp Architects

Kitchen with concrete countertop island and pendant lighting.
Design ideas for a large country u-shaped kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Transitional Kitchen

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, concrete benchtops, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island and brown floor.

Dutcher Creek House

Nielsen:Schuh Architects

Dutcher Creek House - photo: Matthew Millman
Contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, blue splashback, with island and brown floor.

Roncesvalles House

Roundabout Studio Inc.

Kitchen: Window Reveal / Backsplash Detail
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, concrete benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Modern Edge House - Sewickley, PA

Gaskill Architecture

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Pleasanton Custom Home

Ridgecrest Designs

Kitchen featuring white oak lower cabinetry, white painted upper cabinetry with blue accent cabinetry, including the island. Custom steel hood fabricated in-house by Ridgecrest Designs. Custom wood beam light fixture fabricated in-house by Ridgecrest Designs. Steel mesh cabinet panels, brass and bronze hardware, La Cornue French range, concrete island countertop and engineered quartz perimeter countertop. The 10' AG Millworks doors open out onto the California Room.

Amelia Pendant

Cardello Lighting & Electric Supply

Amelia's classic pendant design reinvents vintage details with a cast glass fitter, cast metal trim ring and ornamental clasps. Bold finish options glow with retro inspiration. This item is available locally at Cardello Lighting.

Dot's House: Kitchen

Atlas Architects

This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Industrial Kitchen Design Ideas

Everingham Design

Photo of a large industrial u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

2018 Fall Parade of Homes- Gobal Remodel

TruKitchens

The kitchen features cabinets from Grabill Cabinets in their frameless “Mode” door style in a “Blanco” matte finish. The kitchen island back, coffee bar and floating shelves are also from Grabill Cabinets on Walnut in their “Allspice” finish. The stunning countertops and full slab backsplash are Brittanica quartz from Cambria. The Miele built-in coffee system, steam oven, wall oven, warming drawer, gas range, paneled built-in refrigerator and paneled dishwasher perfectly complement the clean lines of the cabinetry. The Marvel paneled ice machine and paneled wine storage system keep this space ready for entertaining at a moment’s notice. Builder: J. Peterson Homes. Interior Designer: Angela Satterlee, Fairly Modern. Kitchen & Cabinetry Design: TruKitchens. Cabinets: Grabill Cabinets. Countertops: Cambria. Flooring: Century Grand Rapids. Appliances: Bekins. Furniture & Home Accessories: MODRN GR. Photo: Ashley Avila Photography.

Kitchen with Concrete 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!