Design ideas for a mid-sized modern galley kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, copper benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances and with island.

Relax House

Giuseppe Parisi

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, copper benchtops, concrete floors, no island and red floor.

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.

Villa Crono

Luv My Kitchens

Large mediterranean u-shaped separate kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, copper benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, beige floor and brown benchtop.

BNFT13

RNDR studio: Design & Architectural Office

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, copper benchtops, yellow splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, yellow benchtop and vaulted.

Shepherd's Bush

The Main Company

Mid-sized modern galley kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, copper benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances and with island.

Manhattan Transitional Kitchen and Vanity (Detroit, MI)

Whiski Kitchen Design Studio

Mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, beige cabinets, copper benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Gallery Continued

Johnson Bespoke Ltd

Mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sussex with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, copper benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula and multi-coloured floor.

Italian Inspiration

Lisa Scolieri Interiors

Large mediterranean l-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, copper benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, multiple islands, white floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

JURA

Wrights Design House

infinitymedia
Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial open plan kitchen in Belfast with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, copper benchtops, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Relax House

Giuseppe Parisi

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Rome with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, copper benchtops, concrete floors, no island and red floor.

Kitchen Island

Nanco Homes Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized country kitchen in Austin with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, copper benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, with island and brown benchtop.

Coach House

The Leland Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cincinnati with medium wood cabinets, cement tile splashback, raised-panel cabinets, copper benchtops, beige splashback, panelled appliances, with island, a drop-in sink, cement tiles and beige floor.

Photo of a large industrial u-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, copper benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Detached House in West Hampstead

VORBILD Architecture

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary kitchen in London with copper benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback and brown benchtop.

Strahan Road - Living to Kitchen Diner - Brick - Timber

Markland Ball homes

The owners wished to reconfigure the downstairs of their property to create a space which truly connects with their garden. The result is a contemporary take on the classic conservatory. This steel and glass rear extension combines with a side extension to create a light, bright interior space which is as much a part of the garden as it is the house. Using solar control glass and opening roof lights, the space allows for good natural ventilation moderating the temperature during the summer months. A new bedroom will also be added in a mansard roof extension.

Townhouse kitchen and bath remodeling in Culver city

Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc

Updating a recently built town home in culver city for a wonderful family was a very enjoyable project for us. a classic shaker kitchen with double row of upper cabinets due to the extra high ceiling. butcher block island with a sink as a work area. The centerpiece of it all is the amazing handmade Moroccan zellige tiles that were used as the backsplash. going all the way to the ceiling around the window area and finished off in the corners with a black matt Schluter corner system.

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!