Mid-sized beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with white cabinets, concrete benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and no island.

Projet Paris 2

Latbats

Large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Proline PLFW 832 Under Cabinet Range Hood

ProHoods

The PLFL 832 range hood insert is the perfect companion for your custom hood. With a 1000 CFM blower, this insert will accommodate any cooking style. It has enough power for low-heat cooking, Asian cooking, and anything in between. Stainless steel baffle filters will trap grease and dirt as unwanted contaminants travel outside your kitchen. They are dishwasher-safe too, which makes cleaning easy. The PLFL range hood insert also features two Halogen lights for great coverage of your range. Next to the lights is the control panel, a user-friendly digital display – and it's concealed under the hood too, hidden from your guests. For more product information, click on the link below: https://www.prolinerangehoods.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=plfl%20insert

Steel & Concrete - Modern Outdoor Kitchen

Bluewater Landscape

Steel overhead with lights, outdoor television.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sacramento with a single-bowl sink, concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances and no island.

Outdoor Kitchen

Jennifer McGahan Interiors

This is an example of an expansive modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Ottawa with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and no island.

DUBLIN APARTMENT

RCD DESIGN

CLOSE UP OF KITCHEN AREA WITH INTEGRATED SINK.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dublin with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Custom White Oak Hardwood Floors

Gaetano Hardwood Floors, Inc.

The Bowman Group
Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Industrial Kitchen

Photo of a mid-sized industrial galley eat-in kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Mike + Samantha's Kitchen and Bathroom

Encircle Design and Build

Michelle Ruber
Design ideas for a small modern separate kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and no island.

Mike + Samantha's Kitchen and Bathroom

Encircle Design and Build

Michelle Ruber
Small modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and no island.

TATLIN apartments

num.21

Inspiration for an expansive contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, concrete benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Sbiti Kitchen Case Study

Roundhouse

Roundhouse Metro bespoke kitchen in Riverwashed Black Walnut Ply, horizontal grain and Blackened Steel with cast in situ concrete worksurfaces and white Decomatte and blackboard splash backs. Photographer Nick Kane

H様邸

DIRECT

This is an example of a modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Blue Steel Kitchen, Portland, Maine

Block Brothers Custom Cabinets

Photo of a transitional l-shaped kitchen in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and beige floor.

Mountain Traditional 1

Jensen Design

Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with black splashback, a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and no island.

A Clean and Bright Seattle Galley Kitchen

CliqStudios

"We actually looked into [concrete] at first but then shied away because my parents have concrete and they don’t really like theirs. But we came back to concrete because it’s way more cost effective, we wouldn’t have to have any seams, and we like the look the best." Learn more: https://www.cliqstudios.com/gallery/clean-bright-galley-kitchen/

Accord, NY Passive House Kitchen

North River Architecture & Planning, PC

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with blue cabinets, concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, flat-panel cabinets, grey floor, grey benchtop, an undermount sink, metallic splashback and mosaic tile splashback.

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

Craftsman meets Farmhouse

Airy Kitchens

This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, medium hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Holton Street

Paper House Project

Set within the Carlton Square Conservation Area in East London, this two-storey end of terrace period property suffered from a lack of natural light, low ceiling heights and a disconnection to the garden at the rear. The clients preference for an industrial aesthetic along with an assortment of antique fixtures and fittings acquired over many years were an integral factor whilst forming the brief. Steel windows and polished concrete feature heavily, allowing the enlarged living area to be visually connected to the garden with internal floor finishes continuing externally. Floor to ceiling glazing combined with large skylights help define areas for cooking, eating and reading whilst maintaining a flexible open plan space. This simple yet detailed project located within a prominent Conservation Area required a considered design approach, with a reduced palette of materials carefully selected in response to the existing building and it’s context. Photographer: Simon Maxwell

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!