The countertops are made from concrete that where custom designed with a sink and drainage boards. The backsplash is the most ask question of the project. “What did you use for the backsplash?” It is a metal copper laminate. The flooring is cork with custom radiant heat. Cork flooring is a wonderful for kitchen because it will cushion your feet while you are working in the spaces.

Tiny House at Destiny Ridge

Terence L. Thornhill Architect

Photo of a small modern kitchen in Seattle with concrete benchtops and cork floors.

Callahan-Wadsworth Residence

Santa Cruz Green Builders

Inspiration for an arts and crafts kitchen in San Francisco with concrete benchtops, green splashback, stainless steel appliances and cork floors.

Urban Rustic Farmhouse Kitchen

Kelli Kaufer Designs

Kelli Kaufer Design, my design featured on I Hate My Kitchen
Mid-sized country galley eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an integrated sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, coloured appliances, cork floors and with island.

Heritage Hill Kitchen

Creative Spaces & Designs LLC.

French door refrigerator, Wine cooler
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen in Grand Rapids with concrete benchtops, cork floors and medium wood cabinets.

Bangert Residence

BERLONI New Zealand

This kitchen features bamboo cabinetry, concrete countertops with inlaid coins, cork flooring, and a wood panelled ceiling to create a sustainable family room.

Cabbage Town Home Renovations

Black Rock Tile Studio

Tarek ElBaradie
Large arts and crafts galley eat-in kitchen in Toronto with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, concrete benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Modern Sustainability

RG Cowan Design Build

This kitchen and bathroom remodel was about introducing a modern look and sustainable comfortable materials to accommodate a busy and growing family of four. The choice of cork flooring was for durability and the warm tones that we could easily match in the cabinetry and brass hardware.

Bangert Residence

Anthonie Alexander LLC

Vibrant remodeled kitchen using sustainable materials such as cork flooring, bamboo cabinetry, and concrete benchtop.
Large contemporary eat-in kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances, cork floors, brown floor, black benchtop and wood.

Warehouse Loft Renovation

Volume Zero, LLC [architectural design studio]

The existing condominium was spacious, but lacked definition. It was simply too rambling and shapeless to be comfortable or functional. The existing builder-grade kitchen did not have enough counter or cabinet space. And the existing window sills were too high to appreciate the views outside. To accommodate our clients' needs, we carved out the spaces and gave subtle definition to its boundaries without obstructing the views within or diminishing the sense of spaciousness. We raised the kitchen and dining space on a low platform to define it as well as to define the space of the adjacent living area. The platform also allowed better views to the exterior. We designed and fabricated custom concrete countertops for the kitchen and master bath. The concrete ceilings were sprayed with sound attenuating insulation to abate the echoes. The master bath underwent a transformation. To enlarge the feel of the space, we designed and fabricated custom shallow vanity cabinets and a concrete countertop. Protruding from the countertop is the curve of a generous semi-encased porcelain sink. The shower is a room of glass mosaic tiles. The mirror is a simple wall mirror with polished square edges topped by a sleek fluorescent vanity light with a high CRI. This project was published in New Orleans Homes and Lifestyles magazine. photo: Volume Zero LLC

Kitchen/Dining/Living room Renovation

Madison Nine Construction

Custom Kitchen with eco-friendly cork floors, custom Concrete countertops paired with a Marble slab island countertop. The Island is made with 100 year old reclaimed wood doors

Parkwood Kitchen

Andrea Jakubczak Interior Design

This is an example of a transitional eat-in kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, ceramic splashback and cork floors.

Recycled aluminum tile backsplash with glass tile Accents

Eco-Friendly Flooring Inc.

Recycled aluminum backsplash using 2" x 2" and 4" x 4", mixed finishes with a dark teal recycled glass tile accent throughout.
This is an example of an eclectic eat-in kitchen in Other with concrete benchtops, metal splashback, cork floors and with island.

Bangert Residence

Anthonie Alexander LLC

Vibrant remodeled kitchen using sustainable materials such as cork flooring, bamboo cabinetry, and concrete benchtop.
Design ideas for a large contemporary eat-in kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances, cork floors, brown floor, black benchtop and wood.

Modern Sustainability

RG Cowan Design Build

Kitchens

Phenix Marble Company

Jeffrey Sweet
Inspiration for a mid-sized industrial kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors and brown floor.

Midcentury Modern Remodel

House Blend Lighting & Design

Fully updated kitchen designed to fit the midcentury modern architecture of the home. Large island seats 8. Plenty of workspace on the butcher block island. Concrete countertops, open shelving and custom stove hood using reclaim paneling from the home.

Ducey Residence

JulieO Design

Design ideas for a scandinavian kitchen in Other with concrete benchtops and cork floors.

Northcote Home

smarterBATHROOMS+

Photography by Tom Roe
Photo of a large scandinavian galley kitchen pantry in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors and with island.

Northcote Home

smarterBATHROOMS+

Photography by Tom Roe
Design ideas for a large scandinavian galley kitchen pantry in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors and with island.

Kitchen with Concrete Benchtops and Cork 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!