Inspiration for an expansive eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, copper benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Chelsea Loft, New York, NY

TOLA architecture

Photo Credit: Amy Barkow | Barkow Photo, Lighting Design: LOOP Lighting, Interior Design: Blankenship Design, General Contractor: Constructomics LLC

Tansu - Asian Fusion

Kitchen & Bath Concepts of Pittsburgh

Simone and Associates
Design ideas for a small asian u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, copper benchtops, green splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances and with island.

Open Concept Kitchen

CENTURY CUSTOM HOMES LLP

The open concept kitchen in this transitional home retains an old world feel with the heavy stacked stone fireplace, but adds modern touches with contemporary art pieces and architectural detail. The custom kitchen cabinetry is echoed in the fireplace stack and mantle, and the wrapped wooden columns.

Modern Craftsman

Tim Cotter Photography

This is an example of an arts and crafts u-shaped kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, copper benchtops, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

San Francisco Victorian

Rasmussen Construction

White kitchen in Victorian remodel
Design ideas for a transitional u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, copper benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Cracker Shack

Glenda Wann Interiors

Summer Kitchen with Cracker Shack Charm. Reuse of old building brick, beams and Tin, from Jacksonville's past.
Inspiration for a large country eat-in kitchen in Jacksonville with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, copper benchtops and porcelain floors.

Hammered Copper Countertop - Brooks Custom

Brooks Custom

Hand-hammered copper countertop by Brooks Custom brookscustom.com
This is an example of a traditional eat-in kitchen in New York with copper benchtops.

The Victorian Kitchen & Dining Room with the Yellow Ceiling

Making Spaces

https://blog.making-spaces.net/2021/10/07/the-victorian-kitchen-dining-room-the-one-with-the-yellow-ceiling/

Skokie Kitchen & Banquette Renovation

N C R

Transforming this galley style kitchen into a long, closed in space provided our clients with an ideal layout that meets all their needs. By adding a wall at one end of the kitchen, which we used for additional cabinets and space-consuming appliances, we were then able to build an inviting custom banquet on the other end. The banquet includes useful built-in storage underneath along with large, corner windows that offer the perfect amount of natural light. The white painted flat panel custom cabinets and white quartz countertops have a crisp, clean effect on the design while the blue glass subway tiled backsplash adds color and is highlighted by the under cabinet lighting throughout the space. Home located in Skokie Chicago. Designed by Chi Renovation & Design who also serve the Chicagoland area, and it's surrounding suburbs, with an emphasis on the North Side and North Shore. You'll find their work from the Loop through Lincoln Park, Humboldt Park, Evanston, Wilmette, and all of the way up to Lake Forest.

New Copper Shorwoom Display

Sola Kitchens

Mia Lind
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, copper benchtops, grey splashback and no island.

Range

Nugent Design Build, LLC

Nugent Design Build, LLC
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, copper benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

COCINA BOUTIQUE

BARRONKRESS

BOUTIQUE KITCHEN EN BOUTIC APARTMENT. Esta cocina de estilo GLAM. Donde destacan los metales con brillo intrínseco. Casi un espejo dorado. Combinado con el rosa de los techos y las lámparas colgantes. Dando gran importancia a la iluminación y los elementos únicos, en este caso una cocina de latón. Apartamento de arquitectos Strategic design studio, Jump and fly. Cocina de Barronkress

Rustic Kitchen

Steiner-Houck & Associates, LLC

Photography By: Peter Leach Photography Cabinetry Provided By: Premier Custom-Built Cabinetry, Inc.
This is an example of a country kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, copper benchtops, panelled appliances, slate floors and with island.

Traditional Kitchen

Inspiration for a traditional kitchen in Other with panelled appliances, a farmhouse sink and copper benchtops.

Shades of Blue

Profile Cabinet

Matt Koucerek
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Kansas City with raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, copper benchtops, blue splashback, stone slab splashback, medium hardwood floors and with island.

La Cornue of France

Kieffer's Appliances

From La Cornue of France: Exceptional craftsmanship with superior attention to detail. La Cornue has been designing the most exclusive ranges on the planet for over 100 years. The style is distinct "old world" inspiring visions of the French countryside. Available in multiple colors, with many trim options, and burner configurations.

Monte Sereno Tuscan Custom Home

Conrado - Home Builders

This Tuscan beauty is a perfect family getaway. A grand entrance flows into an elongated foyer with a stone and wood inlay floor, a box beam ceiling, and an impressive fireplace that lavishly separates the living and dining rooms. The kitchen is built to handle seven children, including copper-hammered countertops intended to age gracefully. The master bath features a celestial window bridge, which continues above a separate tub and shower. Outside, a corridor of perfectly aligned Palladian columns forms a covered portico. The columns support seven cast concrete arches.

South Buckinghamshire

True Blue Architecture

Design ideas for an expansive modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Buckinghamshire with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, copper benchtops, grey splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Copper Shaker by Treyone Kitchens

Treyone

Traditional l-shaped kitchen in Cornwall with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, copper benchtops, coloured appliances, with island and grey floor.

Kitchen with Copper Benchtops 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!