Jon Kempner Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Lilyfield Project

Dan Kitchens Australia

Inner West Kitchen featuring striking Queensland walnut crown cut joinery.
Photo of a large modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and medium wood cabinets.

Kitchen

Designs By Mark, Inc.

Design Statement: My design challenge was to create and build a new ultra modern kitchen with a futuristic flare. This state of the art kitchen was to be equipped with an ample amount of usable storage and a better view of the outside while balancing design and function. Some of the project goals were to include the following; a multi-level island with seating for four people, dramatic use of lighting, state of the art appliances, a generous view of the outside and last but not least, to create a kitchen space that looks like no other...”The WOW Factor”. This challenging project was a completely new design and full renovation. The existing kitchen was outdated and in desperate need help. My new design required me to remove existing walls, cabinetry, flooring, plumbing, electric…a complete demolition. My job functions were to be the interior designer, GC, electrician and a laborer. Construction and Design The existing kitchen had one small window in it like many kitchens. The main difficulty was…how to create more windows while gaining more cabinet storage. As a designer, our clients require us to think out of the box and give them something that they may have never dreamed of. I did just that. I created two 8’ glass backsplashes (with no visible supports) on the corner of the house. This was not easy task, engineering of massive blind headers and lam beams were used to support the load of the new floating walls. A generous amount of 48” high wall cabinets flank the new walls and appear floating in air seamlessly above the glass backsplash. Technology and Design The dramatic use of the latest in LED lighting was used. From color changing accent lights, high powered multi-directional spot lights, decorative soffit lights, under cabinet and above cabinet LED tape lights…all to be controlled from wall panels or mobile devises. A built-in ipad also controls not only the lighting, but a climate controlled thermostat, house wide music streaming with individually controlled zones, alarm system, video surveillance system and door bell. Materials and design Large amounts of glass and gloss; glass backsplash, iridescent glass tiles, raised glass island counter top, Quartz counter top with iridescent glass chips infused in it. 24” x 24” high polished porcelain tile flooring to give the appearance of water or glass. The custom cabinets are high gloss lacquer with a metallic fleck. All doors and drawers are Blum soft-close. The result is an ultra sleek and highly sophisticated design. Appliances and design All appliances were chosen for the ultimate in sleekness. These appliances include: a 48” built-in custom paneled subzero refrigerator/freezer, a built-in Miele dishwasher that is so quiet that it shoots a red led light on the floor to let you know that its on., a 36” Miele induction cook top and a built-in 200 bottle wine cooler. Some other cool features are the led kitchen faucet that changes color based on the water temperature. A stainless and glass wall hood with led lights. All duct work was built into the stainless steel toe kicks and grooves were cut into it to release airflow. Photography by Mark Oser

Subterranean House, Dulwich, London

RDA Architects

Photo by Tim Soar
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, orange splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Whole Home Custom Interior Remodel

RRS Design + Build, LLC

Allison Cartwright, Photographer RRS Design + Build is a Austin based general contractor specializing in high end remodels and custom home builds. As a leader in contemporary, modern and mid century modern design, we are the clear choice for a superior product and experience. We would love the opportunity to serve you on your next project endeavor. Put our award winning team to work for you today!

Holloways of Ludlow Bespoke Kitchen - London Home

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Nicolas Yarsley
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Style and Drama

Royston Wilson Design

The waterfall ends on the benches allow the stone to shine. The textural element of the pendants adds to the feel of the kitchen Photo's Ben Wrigley
Photo of a large contemporary open plan kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

The Green, Twickenham

3s architects

This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, red splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Staging Project-Chaz Yorkville Condo Kitchen

Toronto Condo Staging and Design Inc.

The warm tones of the cabinetry inspired the use of wood place settings, and warm metals in the accessories. We customized the pendant lights and painted them black to help ground the space and tie into the black metal barsools. Sliding backsplash adds extra storage. Photo:Anthony Cohen, Eight by Ten

Drummoyne

Love Coming Home

Very modern and streamlined kitchen - walls were removed to open the space No handles, everything built in where possible Coffee machine behind bi-fold doors pull out shelves to increase the depth of cabinet space Stone bench top with stone waterfall ends to island Walk in pantry Canopy range hood, gas cook top and under bench oven Under mount sink Pendant lighting Soft close drawers and doors

Balwyn

Orbit Homes

Michelle Williams Photography
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Roundhouse minimal kitchens

Roundhouse

Roundhouse Urbo bespoke matt lacquer kitchen in Crown Antique white with worktops in Polished Silkstone and Wholestave Oak
Photo of a large scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, with island, light hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances.

Fitzroy North house

Nic Owen Architects

Photo of a small modern galley eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Seaview Beach House

Mackenzie Pronk Architects

The kitchen and dining open onto the expansive view. A polished concrete slab is a robust yet refined floor finish for the kitchen and dining area. Photography Roger D'Souza

eichler in marinwood

building Lab, inc.

Eichler in Marinwood - In conjunction to the porous programmatic kitchen block as a connective element, the walls along the main corridor add to the sense of bringing outside in. The fin wall adjacent to the entry has been detailed to have the siding slip past the glass, while the living, kitchen and dining room are all connected by a walnut veneer feature wall running the length of the house. This wall also echoes the lush surroundings of lucas valley as well as the original mahogany plywood panels used within eichlers. photo: scott hargis

Rustic Solid Oak Flooring

Heritage Doors and Floors LTD

A recent picture of a barn conversion where we at Heritage supplied the rustic solid oak flooring. As you can see the flooring really sets off the room and adds so much character. Call us today on 0114 247 4917 for more information!

Green Street

Anyon Design

Inspiration for a contemporary open plan kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, glass sheet splashback, white cabinets, white splashback, glass benchtops and panelled appliances.

Modern in Mairangi Bay

Shannon Pepper Design

Modern kitchen in Auckland with red splashback, glass sheet splashback, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and quartz benchtops.

Custom Toronto Renovation

South Park Design Build

Photography by Jonathan Savoie, Nomadic Luxury
Inspiration for a large modern galley eat-in kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, white splashback, light hardwood floors and with island.

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Gepetto

design and construction by Gepetto-photo by Yannick Grandmont
Inspiration for a large contemporary kitchen in Montreal with stainless steel appliances, an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

Kitchen with Flat-panel Cabinets and Glass Sheet 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!