Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and blue benchtop.

APARTMENT IN NEW YORK

CROSBY STUDIOS

This is an example of a contemporary galley separate kitchen in Moscow with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, medium hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and blue benchtop.

Kitchen design and visualisation sept-2018

3DDOC

This is a 3D design and visualisation of a modern kitchen. Image 1 day light setting.
Photo of a mid-sized modern galley kitchen pantry in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island, black floor and blue benchtop.

Sussex Eclectic House

Chapter Eight Design | Interior Design Studio

Nestled in a thriving village in the foothills of the South Downs is a stunning modern piece of architecture. The brief was to inject colour and character into this modern family home. We created bespoke pieces of furniture, integrated bookcases and storage and added bespoke soft furnishings and lighting – bringing character and individuality to the modern interior.

Midcentury Kitchen

Photo of a midcentury l-shaped kitchen in London with wood benchtops, blue benchtop, a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances and wood.

Durchdachte Beleuchtung

Neue Räume - Die Küchen Schreiner

Natürliches Licht ist in der Küche natürlich besonders schön und wird hier dank bodentiefer Fenster gewährleistet. Am Abend sorgen geschickt platzierte Deckenleuchten für das nötige Licht beim Kochen.

Contemporary Kitchens

The Place for Kitchens and Baths

Kitchen
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, no island, multi-coloured floor and blue benchtop.

Postgatan 1

Bjurfors Göteborg

Scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Gothenburg with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and blue benchtop.

Park Circle

Kitchen Cove Design Studio

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and blue benchtop.

Ocean Blue

DSL Doorstop (SW) Ltd

White German kitchen units with aqua blue stone worktops give this room a truly coastal feel
Inspiration for a beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cornwall with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances and blue benchtop.

MIcRO Villa

Miro Architetti

Vista della cucina con piano estraibile aperto
Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Bologna with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, panelled appliances, a peninsula, blue benchtop, a single-bowl sink, wood benchtops and grey floor.

Astounding Annex

M-Squared Contracting Inc.

Design ideas for a large transitional galley kitchen pantry in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and blue benchtop.

Contempo

AM Kitchen & Bath

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Denver with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and blue benchtop.

Warm and Inviting Kitchen

Studio ST Architects, P.C.

Each room in this project has a different vibe to it, and the kitchen is no different. The kitchen is a combination of industrial and elegance, rough and soft. it is eminent by the steel plates surrounding the peninsula, and the soft wood and blue relaxing quartzite chosen for the counter top and backslash. Photo by: Andrew Garn

Mid-century style Open Kitchen with Living Room idea

Yantram Animation Studio

This is unique concept of Kitchen & living room. This Kitchen have light blue cabinet ,sink ,food table & chairs , dummy plant, TV, small tv unit. wooden flooring , white wall ,brick design wall in the kitchen.This is space-saving idea of kitchen-living room with more amenities.

retro blue kitchen

Wood Works Brighton

Our brief from the client was to design a kitchen with shades of blue. The space was compact, so we used curves to soften the edges. The top cabinet doors are a darker shade of blue. The drawers are birch ply dove tailed. This kitchen was handcrafted in our Sussex work shop

Haslemere Residence

Studio Amble

Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped kitchen pantry in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and blue benchtop.

Perfect Prospect

Epoch Solutions, Inc.

Mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, glass benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terrazzo floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and blue benchtop.

Midnight Blue Countertops

dRemodeling

With the already matte black cabinets, choosing the right countertops was essential to the success of the design. Keeping with a consistent look, the client and designer went with midnight blue granite countertops. Providing beautiful gloss and shimmer while still keeping the black aesthetic, the countertops compliment the black cabinets just right. After all, you can have it anyway you want, as long as it's black!

Tasmania Circle, Forrest ACT

YOLK on the inside

Complete kitchen remodel. The pantry, fridges and an appliance bench are hidden in the wall of talls, and there's a built-in charging pad on the island bench. The original marble island bench was repurposed as decorative cladding to the fireplace in the living room.

Kitchen with Flat-panel Cabinets and Blue Benchtop 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!