This is an example of a mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, orange splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, a peninsula, orange floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

West Loop Loft Kitchen

Amish Custom Kitchens

Gray stained, shaker style maple cabinets. Floating table height ledge on island. Dog bowls in pantry toekick. Photographer: Luke Cebulak
Inspiration for a large industrial u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

North Avenue

Pear Tree Design Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Davis Clever Curves. Nar Fine Carpentry. Sacramento. El Dorado Hills

Nar Design Group

The worldly style of this inventive space draws inspiration from Latin American design. Warm wood tones, a custom copper hood, and hand painted Mexican tiles complement the clients Latin American artwork. The Crystal frameless cabinetry is in a black walnut shaker style and natural anigre flat panel door. The dynamic curved shape of the island is mimicked in the granite eating bar and curved shelves of the message/organization center. Photo Credit: Nar Fine Carpentry, Inc.

Rénovation appartement qui chante le sud - Projet Phillipe

Mon Concept Habitation

Le charme du Sud à Paris. Un projet de rénovation assez atypique...car il a été mené par des étudiants architectes ! Notre cliente, qui travaille dans la mode, avait beaucoup de goût et s’est fortement impliquée dans le projet. Un résultat chiadé au charme méditerranéen.

West Loop Loft Kitchen

Amish Custom Kitchens

Gray stained, shaker style maple cabinets. Floating table height ledge on island. Dog bowls in pantry toe space concealed. Photographer: Luke Cebulak

Brick Kitchen

Sander and Sons Kitchen and Bath

Large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, red splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Cane River

THE COTTAGE

Bentwood Fine Custom Cabinetry with a Raw Urth Hood, La Cornue Range and Sub-Zero/Wolf Appliances
Photo of a large mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, dark wood cabinets, blue splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors and multi-coloured floor.

Iron Gate 5837 E Wildfire Bel Aire

Design Group Architects Ltd.

Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Arts and Crafts Kitchen, Bala Cynwyd PA

Bella Casa Design and Build

For fifty years the Panaccio family has been known as detail oriented builders and general contractors in the Delaware Valley. Alesio Panaccio the owner of AD Panaccio Inc began working in the family business 25 years ago. Today his company oversees a varied array of residential and commercial construction jobs. Yearly projects include major residential additions, kitchens, baths, finished basements, porches and decks, as well as commercial and handicap compliant contruction. Whatever the project though, it isn’t simply the fine craftsmanship that sets AD Panaccio’s work apart from the competition. It is the personal touch and availability of Al Panaccio himself and the other members of the Pannaccio team. This makes home owners and business owners comfortable during the construction process, and satisfied upon the works completion. This personal touch also accounts for the companies reputation and why they continue to receive 5 star reviews on various search engines, web sites and with Servicemagic. AD Pannaccio Serves Philadelphia and the Surrounding Communities Including: The Main Line, Upper Darby, Havertown, Broomall, Newtown Square, Bala Cynwyd, Merion, Narberth, Ardmore, Haverford, Gladwynne, Bryn Mawr, Villanova, Wayne, Paoli, Malvern, West Chester, and Media.

TALL, DARK + HAWKEYE

Studio Sven

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Scottsdale | Hunt's Kitchen & Design | Kitchen

Hunt's Kitchen Design

This is proof that people are still using Traditional design elements in their kitchens. Distressed wood, raised panel cabinets with white quartz counter tops and stainless steel appliances. The floors are a "wood plank" porcelain and the backsplash is a stone pattern from Bedrosians in Scottsdale. The result is a modern kitchen with more of an "Old World" feel. Enjoy!

1033 Bent Tree Point

Athens Construction Group

The kitchen flows niceley into the second living room area, which includes a second fireplace.
Photo of a large arts and crafts u-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, a double-bowl sink, medium hardwood floors, raised-panel cabinets and terra-cotta splashback.

Traditional Kitchen

Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood floors.

Tierrasanta Spanish Inspired

Your Nest By Design, Robin Kelley

Custom hand-painted Terra-cotta backsplash tile. Custom fabricated hood. Omega Cabinetry.
Mid-sized mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

European Influenced Craftsman Home

Two Hands Interiors

A custom copper hood, hand painted terra-cotta tile backsplash, wooden beams and rich Taj Mahal quartzite counters create a sophisticated and comfortable kitchen. With double islands, plenty of prep space, and a built-in bar area, this kitchen is ideal for entertaining.

Buettner

MFW Construction

This was the best angle I could get showing thru the kitchen, thru the dining room into the living room. The kitchen is adorned in solid cherry cabinets with Blum hinges for full access. The floor is traditional saltillos to mesh with the exterior theme. The Wolf stove is surrounded in granite and the Sub Zero gives plenty of space for food during parties. The dining room is round with a profile of an upside down champange glass. Certainly on of the funnest projects I have built. MFW

ASID Riverstone Show House

Vining Design Associates

Expansive traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with with island, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink and dark hardwood floors.

ASID Riverstone Show House

Vining Design Associates

Inspiration for an expansive traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with with island, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink and dark hardwood floors.

Tierrasanta Spanish Inspired kitchen

Your Nest By Design, Robin Kelley

Custom hand-painted Terra-cotta backsplash tile. Custom fabricated hood. Omega Cabinetry.
Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchen with Dark Wood Cabinets and Terra-cotta 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!