Stylish Freestanding Walnut Kitchen with Concrete worktops

Rob Vanderplank
Design ideas for a small modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Galley Sink

Joni Spear Interior Design

Alise O'Brian Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped separate kitchen in St Louis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, cork floors, no island and brown floor.

Cuisine électrique : Jérome Guéneau et Catherine Rannou

Pascal LEOPOLD Photographe

pascal leopold
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Brest with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, concrete benchtops, blue splashback and no island.

Lakehouse

Mary Anne Smiley Interiors

Danny Piassick
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury galley kitchen pantry in Dallas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, concrete benchtops and grey floor.

Havelock ADU

Salmon Built LLC

Sung Kokko Photo
Inspiration for a small modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Madison Ave Kitchen + Patio

S P A C E is O B S O L E T E

Inspiration for a small modern galley kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, panelled appliances, concrete floors, grey floor, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, beige splashback, no island and grey benchtop.

State Street

General Assembly

Joe Fletcher
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in New York with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink and no island.

Warm Blue Jamaica Plain Kitchen Renovation

Bailey Davol Studio Build

This gut renovation was a collaboration between the homeowners and Bailey•Davol•Studio•Build. Kitchen and pantry features included cabinets, tile backsplash, concrete counters, lighting, plumbing and flooring. Photos by Tamara Flanagan Photography

Media PA Kitchen Fabuwood

Main Line Kitchen Design

The best kitchen showroom in your area may be closer closer than you think. The four designers there are some of the most experienced award winning kitchen designers in the Delaware Valley. They design in and sell 6 national cabinet lines. And their pricing for cabinetry is slightly less than at home centers in apples to apples comparisons. Where is this kitchen showroom and how come you don’t remember seeing it when it is so close by? It’s in your own home! Main Line Kitchen Design brings all the same samples you select from when you travel to other showrooms to your home. We make design changes on our laptops in 20-20 CAD with you present usually in the very kitchen being renovated. Understanding what designs will look like and how sample kitchen cabinets, doors, and finishes will look in your home is easy when you are standing in the very room being renovated. Design changes can be emailed to you to print out and discuss with friends and family if you choose. Best of all our design time is free since it is incorporated into the very competitive pricing of your cabinetry when you purchase a kitchen from Main Line Kitchen Design. Finally there is a kitchen business model and design team that carries the highest quality cabinetry, is experienced, convenient, and reasonably priced. Call us today and find out why we get the best reviews on the internet or Google us and check. We look forward to working with you. As our company tag line says: “The world of kitchen design is changing…”

Courtyard House

Davis Architects

Ann-Louise Buck
Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Rénovation du rez-de-chaussée d'une maison 45m²

User

Frédéric Bali
This is an example of a large industrial l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, green splashback, black appliances, cement tiles, no island, green floor and grey benchtop.

Home staging rue Leon Maurice Nordmann à La Garenne Colombes

Frédérique Misdariis - Home Staging Paris

This is an example of a contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Urban meets Rustic shaker kitchen

Kettle Co. Kitchens

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Cornwall with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, no island and white benchtop.

Open Commercial Kitchen Design

Amberth

working according to the brief and specification of Architect - Michel Schranz, we installed a polished concrete worktop with an under mounted sink and recessed drain, as well as a sunken gas hob, creating a sleek finish to this contemporary kitchen. Stainless steel cabinetry complements the worktop. We fitted a bespoke shelf (solid oak) with an overall length of over 5 meters, providing warmth to the space. Photo credit: David Giles

1950s-Style IKEA Kitchen

INSPIRED KITCHEN DESIGN

And finding a balance with the style and efficiency they wanted was crucial. “We wanted to be able to use the space (prep, cook, clean) without interference from family members in this walk-through galley kitchen. At the same time, we wanted to keep the aesthetic light, airy, clean, and minimal, almost making the kitchen cabinets disappear,” Alexandra says. She concludes: “Overall, we thought that by choosing IKEA cabinets we would end up with a highly functional kitchen that would fit our design requirements, our budget, and our time frame.”

JP Kitchen

Boxco Studio

Small u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Cuisine

Marion Gouëllo

Shoootin
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, terra-cotta floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Harpswell

Kitchen Stop

Design ideas for a small country u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Villa Stad

Blick Design

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Stockholm with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances and no island.

H45 Loft

Pangaea Interior Design, Portland, OR

This is the model unit for modern live-work lofts. The loft features 23 foot high ceilings, a spiral staircase, and an open bedroom mezzanine.
This is an example of a mid-sized industrial single-wall eat-in kitchen in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, concrete benchtops, concrete floors, no island and grey floor.

Kitchen with Concrete Benchtops and no Island 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!