Inspiration for a small contemporary galley separate kitchen in Cincinnati with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and no island.

Casa Lluvia Blanca

House + House Architects

Nestled into the quiet middle of a block in the historic center of the beautiful colonial town of San Miguel de Allende, this 4,500 square foot courtyard home is accessed through lush gardens with trickling fountains and a luminous lap-pool. The living, dining, kitchen, library and master suite on the ground floor open onto a series of plant filled patios that flood each space with light that changes throughout the day. Elliptical domes and hewn wooden beams sculpt the ceilings, reflecting soft colors onto curving walls. A long, narrow stairway wrapped with windows and skylights is a serene connection to the second floor ''Moroccan' inspired suite with domed fireplace and hand-sculpted tub, and "French Country" inspired suite with a sunny balcony and oval shower. A curving bridge flies through the high living room with sparkling glass railings and overlooks onto sensuously shaped built in sofas. At the third floor windows wrap every space with balconies, light and views, linking indoors to the distant mountains, the morning sun and the bubbling jacuzzi. At the rooftop terrace domes and chimneys join the cozy seating for intimate gatherings.

W 81st St- Kitchen Remodel- Stove with Custom Range Hood

Klein Kitchen and Bath

This is an example of a mid-sized single-wall open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, orange floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Edinburgh Townhouse

Zone Architects

Brian Fischbacher
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Edinburgh with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Black and Tan Kitchen

Madison Taylor

Madison Taylor
Transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Kitchen Photography 9

RDC Architectural Photography

Contemporary Kitchens in Various Residences at Islamabad/Rawalpindi Rana Atif Rehman, RDC Architectural Photography https://www.facebook.com/RDC.Architectural.Photography/

Uintah Kitchen

Ashby Road Studio

Photo of a small contemporary separate kitchen in Denver with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and multi-coloured benchtop.

Rustic Kitchen

This is an example of a country kitchen in Atlanta with glass-front cabinets, wood benchtops, dark wood cabinets and yellow splashback.

Crescent Estate

L. Lumpkins Architect, Inc.

Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, yellow splashback, panelled appliances, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Projet Ivry

Mon Concept Habitation

Dans cette maison familiale de 120 m², l’objectif était de créer un espace convivial et adapté à la vie quotidienne avec 2 enfants. Au rez-de chaussée, nous avons ouvert toute la pièce de vie pour une circulation fluide et une ambiance chaleureuse. Les salles d’eau ont été pensées en total look coloré ! Verte ou rose, c’est un choix assumé et tendance. Dans les chambres et sous l’escalier, nous avons créé des rangements sur mesure parfaitement dissimulés qui permettent d’avoir un intérieur toujours rangé !

New Traditional

DSDG Architects

This is an example of a contemporary eat-in kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, yellow splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

1909 Bungalow - Shorey

Craftsman Design and Renovation

Photos: Eckert & Eckert Photography
Mid-sized arts and crafts single-wall separate kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, tile benchtops, yellow splashback and ceramic splashback.

Transitional Kitchen Design

Douglah Designs

This transitional kitchen remodel in Oakland by our Lafayette studio boasts beautiful design elements, such as a sleek copper hood and a lovely tile backsplash. The warm tones of the copper hood blend seamlessly with the classic wood cabinetry, while the intricate tile backsplash adds a touch of elegance to the space. The result is a kitchen that is both charming and functional. --- Project by Douglah Designs. Their Lafayette-based design-build studio serves San Francisco's East Bay areas, including Orinda, Moraga, Walnut Creek, Danville, Alamo Oaks, Diablo, Dublin, Pleasanton, Berkeley, Oakland, and Piedmont. For more about Douglah Designs, click here: http://douglahdesigns.com/

Cocina en Roble

Berezowski & Asociados

Oak Cabinets : Berezowski & Asociados Natural granite tops
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark wood cabinets, yellow splashback and stone slab splashback.

Ebenholzküche

KOELNMOEBEL

Bei dieser Küche galt es den Küchenbereich von der Diele und dem Wohnungseingang zu entkoppeln, ohne die Räume voneinander zu trennen. Die Küchenmöbel wurden farblich passend zu den antiken Zementfliesen lackiert. Die Fronten sind seitlich schräg geschnitten, unten und oben jedoch gerade, so dass ein interessantes Fugenbild entsteht. Im Hochschrank steckt rechts ein 200kg tragender, voll heraus ziehbarer Schrank, der locker das Alltagsgeschirr in sich birgt. Die robuste Arbeitsplatte ist aus solidem Edelstahlblech gekantet, das Becken nahtlos eingeschweißt. Auf der hinteren Aufkantung steht bündig eine hochglänzende Holzrückwand mit eingelassenen Steckdosen. Der praktische Schwallrand an der Arbeitsplattenvorderkante verhindert, dass Vergossenes auf den Boden tropft. Der dreiteilige Hängeschrank ist mit goldschimmernden Zitronenholz furniert und transparent lackiert. Die Regalform und die Glastüren betonen die Offenheit und Großzügigkeit des Raumes. Die beidseitig - ebenfalls Zitronenholz furnierte - nutzbare Theke vereint viele Funktionen: links ragt tief die Spülmaschine in ihren Körper, mittig teilen sich Küchen- und Thekenschrank die Tiefe und rechts füllen 80cm lange Schubladen die ansonsten schlecht nutzbare Ecke der Küche aus. Dabei manifestiert sie auf Grund der Materialwahl und ihrer Höhe den Übergang von der Küche zum Wohnbereich.

Colorful Kitchen, Bath & Entry

Kitchen & Bath Design / Build

Design ideas for a large eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood floors.

Butler's Pantry

Pamela Singer & Associates

Photo credit: Gene Meadows
This is an example of a country kitchen pantry in Detroit with glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, tile benchtops, yellow splashback and ceramic splashback.

Powder Park Residence

Studio Architects

Gordon Gregory
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Uintah Kitchen

Ashby Road Studio

This is an example of a small contemporary separate kitchen in Denver with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and multi-coloured benchtop.

High Desert Kitchen Remodel

Poulin Design Center

This beautiful kitchen was expanded by knocking down several walls to open up the entire area including the den, dining room, kitchen and living room.

Kitchen with Dark Wood Cabinets and Yellow 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!