Design ideas for a mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Cirrus

YUTOROSU architects

Photographer：sin163 photography
This is an example of a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Tokyo Suburbs with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor, beige benchtop and wallpaper.

大池の家

アトリエスクエア1級建築士事務所

オープンキッチンとして食器棚の中にレンジ、炊飯器エアコンを納めてスッキリしています
Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Fukuoka with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, black splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige floor, wallpaper and light hardwood floors.

シックなウォールナットの部屋

セイワビルマスター株式会社

ウォールナットに合わせたダークブラウンのシステムキッチン。
This is an example of a scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with dark wood cabinets, beige splashback, plywood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

長年使用してきたキッチンを入れ替えました。目線の高さに設置したコンパクトな吊戸棚は使いやすく作業もはかどります

なごみ工房

This is an example of a single-wall kitchen in Other with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, ceramic splashback and wallpaper.

大人モダンで寛ぐ邸宅

ハウスデザイン一級建築士事務所

Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, brown benchtop and wallpaper.

みしまのいえ

株式会社ジェネビル

This is an example of a country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, grey floor, black benchtop and wallpaper.

銀婚式の記念に～ご夫婦の想いを叶えるリフォーム～

株式会社アレックス

今までは閉鎖的な独立型キッチンでしたが、ご家族と会話しながらお料理できる【開放的なオープンキッチン】に生まれ変わりました。また、カウンタースツールを2脚置いて、簡単なお食事や、時にはご夫婦でお酒を楽しむことが出来る場所が出来上がりました。収納にしてしまいがちなスペースをこのような中間的なスペースを造る事によって、生活を豊かに彩ってくれます。

横浜の家

大庭建築設計事務所

オープンなキッチン
Design ideas for a mid-sized galley open plan kitchen in Yokohama with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Contemporary Ranch Reno

12/12 Architects & Planners

This family of 5 was quickly out-growing their 1,220sf ranch home on a beautiful corner lot. Rather than adding a 2nd floor, the decision was made to extend the existing ranch plan into the back yard, adding a new 2-car garage below the new space - for a new total of 2,520sf. With a previous addition of a 1-car garage and a small kitchen removed, a large addition was added for Master Bedroom Suite, a 4th bedroom, hall bath, and a completely remodeled living, dining and new Kitchen, open to large new Family Room. The new lower level includes the new Garage and Mudroom. The existing fireplace and chimney remain - with beautifully exposed brick. The homeowners love contemporary design, and finished the home with a gorgeous mix of color, pattern and materials. The project was completed in 2011. Unfortunately, 2 years later, they suffered a massive house fire. The house was then rebuilt again, using the same plans and finishes as the original build, adding only a secondary laundry closet on the main level.

Квартира в ЖК Бельведер.

Петряшева Алла

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, black benchtop and wallpaper.

3世代、仲良し家族のおしゃれリフォーム

株式会社アレックス

以前は独立キッチンでしたが、今回のリフォームで間取りを変更し、開放感のある対面キッチンにしました。暮らしの真ん中にキッチンを置くと、家族が自然と集まる場所に。仲良しのご家族がみんなで会話をしながら、お食事の準備・片付けができるようになりました。またキッチンの奥には、食品のストックなどに便利なパントリーも増設しました。

香川県に建つ、「のどやかに包む家」のキッチン

吉田建設株式会社

Galley open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, a peninsula, brown floor, brown benchtop and wallpaper.

木質感のある家

Tsumiki by 東和興産

Design ideas for a large country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Yokohama with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, brown floor, brown benchtop and wallpaper.

姫路・天満の家　主屋

北野彰作建築研究所

キッチンには玄関と勝手口のどちら側からも土足のまま直接、アプローチ出来ます。格子戸の前にある沓脱石で床に上がるとキッチンの冷蔵庫に直ぐ至ります。
This is an example of a large galley separate kitchen in Osaka with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, mosaic tile splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor, black benchtop and wallpaper.

Cirrus

YUTOROSU architects

Photographer：sin163 photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Tokyo Suburbs with porcelain floors, beige floor, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, with island, beige benchtop and wallpaper.

最短距離で家事ができるキッチン Style House ”Court”（コート）

株式会社レオック

スタイルハウス”Court”1階のLDKスペース。デザインプロデューサーがコーディネートした
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, black benchtop and wallpaper.

Proyecto de interiorismo, casa unifamiliar ubicada en Sant Just Desvern

PROJECTES R2

Design ideas for a contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Barcelona with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, a peninsula, grey floor, black benchtop and wallpaper.

キッチン②

Style Create （有）秀林組

Photo of a modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, plywood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Ebonyの家

株式会社アトリエプラス

Inspiration for an asian single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, metallic splashback, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, brown benchtop and wallpaper.

Kitchen with Dark Wood Cabinets and Wallpaper 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!