Lissa Gotwals
Midcentury galley kitchen in Raleigh with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Belmateo Hills

Peninsula Modern

Contemporary galley kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Dnipropetrovsk 4

SVOYA studio

Denis Sokolov Lera Sokolova Yuliya Martinenko Artem Martinenko Tanya Lazovaya
Design ideas for a contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, black splashback and glass sheet splashback.

Highbury, London

Andrew Lucas London

Intelligent lighting solutions and motorised shade provision feature prominently in the design, playing an important role in managing the property’s interior environment. Photo by Maciek Kolodziejski

Woodford County Cabin

Architectural Kitchens & Baths

Missy Clifton
Photo of a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and a peninsula.

West Hills 24

Otto/Walker Architects

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Dark Cherry Traditional Kitchen

Tim Kulin Cabinetry & Mountain Aspen Granite

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, with island, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, beige floor, black splashback, stone slab splashback and black benchtop.

iDream Construction

Another State Of Mind

This is an example of a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Villa Lagoon Tile

This kitchen is in "The Reserve", a $25 million dollar Holmby Hills estate. The floor of this kitchen is one of several places designer Kristoffer Winters used Villa Lagoon Tile's cement tile. This geometic pattern is called, "Cubes", and can be ordered custom colors! Photo by Nick Springett.

Contemporary Prairie Style Home

User

The open space plan on the main level of the Prairie Style home is deceiving of the actual separation of spaces. This home packs a punch with a private hot tub, craft room, library, and even a theater. The interior of the home features the same attention to place, as the natural world is evident in the use of granite, basalt, walnut, poplar, and natural river rock throughout. Floor to ceiling windows in strategic locations eliminates the sense of compression on the interior, while the overall window design promotes natural daylighting and cross-ventilation in nearly every space of the home. Glo’s A5 Series in double pane was selected for the high performance values and clean, minimal frame profiles. High performance spacers, double pane glass, multiple air seals, and a larger continuous thermal break combine to reduce convection and eliminate condensation, ultimately providing energy efficiency and thermal performance unheard of in traditional aluminum windows. The A5 Series provides smooth operation and long-lasting durability without sacrificing style for this Prairie Style home.

Meadowbrook

AVID Associates LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown 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.

Nob Hill Penthouse

Maven Interiors

Photo Credit: Lincoln Barbour Photo. Interior Design: Kim Hagstette, Maven Interiors. This penthouse kitchen was completely gutted and remodeled. The view from the floor to ceiling windows would inspire anyone to spend a lot of time cooking in this kitchen.

Kitchen | Upper Black Eddy PA

The Kitchen & Bath Company of Bucks County

A dark wood kitchen exudes a sense of warmth and sophistication. The rich, deep tones of the wood create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, while also adding a touch of elegance to the space. The dark wood cabinets and countertops provide a striking contrast against lighter elements in the room, such as stainless steel appliances or light-colored walls. Overall, a dark wood kitchen is a timeless choice that brings a sense of luxury and comfort to any home.

Dekton Laurent

Granite and Marble Crafts

Inspired by the natural stone Port Laurent, the striking colorway features a dramatic dark brown background crisscrossed with veins of gold.
Design ideas for an industrial single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, black splashback, with island and black benchtop.

Bella Vista Waters

Impala Kitchens and Bathrooms

The kitchen is in a beautifully newly constructed multi-level luxury home The clients brief was a design where spaces have an architectural design flow to maintain a stylistic integrity Glossy and luxurious surfaces with Minimalist, sleek, modern appearance defines the kitchen All state of art appliances are used here All drawers and Inner drawers purposely designed to provide maximum convenience as well as a striking visual appeal. Recessed led down lights under all wall cabinets to add dramatic indirect lighting and ambience Optimum use of space has led to cabinets till ceiling height with 2 level access all by electronic servo drive opening Integrated fridges and freezer along with matching doors leading to scullery form part of a minimalistic wall complementing the symmetry and clean lines of the kitchen All components in the design from the beginning were desired to be elements of modernity that infused a touch of natural feel by lavish use of Marble and neutral colour tones contrasted with rich timber grain provides to create Interest. The complete kitchen is in flush doors with no handles and all push to open servo opening for wall cabinets The cleverly concealed pantry has ample space with a second sink and dishwasher along with a large area for small appliances storage on benchtop The center island piece is intended to reflect a strong style making it an architectural sculpture in the middle of this large room, thus perfectly zoning the kitchen from the formal spaces. The 2 level Island is perfect for entertaining and adds to the dramatic transition between spaces. Simple lines often lead to surprising visual patterns, which gradually build rhythm. New York marble backlit makes it a stunning Centre piece offset by led lighting throughout.

Haas Signature Kitchen

Trinity Kitchen, Bath, and Lighting

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

C&L

KEVV DESIGN

Inspiration for a small modern u-shaped kitchen in Hong Kong with a double-bowl sink, dark wood cabinets, black splashback, black appliances and ceramic floors.

Classic Spanish Mediterranean

Giffin & Crane General Contractors, Inc.

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Mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Bourbon Ridge

Bergby Construction Inc

Marks In Time Photography The kitchen is lit by recessed lighting. The countertops are granite which are highly patterned. The kitchen backsplash is black subway tile, which contrasts with the bright walls and stainless steel appliances.

Kitchen with Dark Wood Cabinets and Black Splashback 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!