Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, glass benchtops, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Development Concept

Element Design Group

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, glass benchtops, black splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Downtown Zen

Anjie Cho Architect PLLC

natural quarter sawn white oak flooring, farrow and ball elephants breath custom kitchen cabinets, integrated theramador refrigerator, pull out pantry, blue start range, heath ceramics subway tile white, maple wood stools, white glassos countertop, pendants from RBW, floating white oak shelves

True Blue Kitchen

ReNew Creations LLC

Grant Mott Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, glass benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, linoleum floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Wyncrest

Ventura County Home Staging

Property located in La Canada Flintridge, CA. Photography by Denise Butler Photography
Mid-sized traditional u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, louvered cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors and a peninsula.

Pasquale & Angela's Kitchen

Sterling Construction, Inc.

We remodeled this beautiful home on Lake Norman for some great repeat clients. Custom cabinets were made and the island is painted in SW Dovetail. Beveled subway tile backsplash, LED cabinet lighting, and new 12x24 tile floors. -Tony Pescho

White modern kitchen in LA

Urban Homes - Innovative Design for Kitchen & Bath

Aster cucine kitchen with backpainted glass doors.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern galley kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

A "Glassy" Kitchen

Lori Jolin Design, LLC.

Sutter Photographers The Hardware Studio - hardware Martinwood Cabinetry - millwork Studio GlassWorks - glass countertop Window Design Center - awning window Nonn's Showplace - quartz, granite countertops • The most difficult part of the project was figuring out all the technical details to install the glass counter-top, which would weigh about 300 pounds! • One goal was to avoid seeing the cabinet supports through the glass. The glass itself proposed problems because it had a wavy texture and separate confetti glass that could be added to the bottom. Therefore, we needed to add something below it. • A custom steel base was designed to carry the weight yet float the glass so you are able to see the beauty of the glass itself. A small 1/2 inch trim piece on the steel was added to accomplish this task. • Once the steel was made, we took it to the glass distributor. We turned the very heavy base upside down, traced the 1/2 inch trim piece on a full size piece of paper, and sent it to the glass manufacturer. • After this, the base was sent to a powder coater and the raw steel was transformed into a beautiful champagne color. • In the meantime, the glass manufacturer molded a channel for the glass to rest that would suspend the glass 1/2 inch higher than the powder coated steel base. • The glass manufacturer was instructed to make the top of the glass smooth so it would hold a plate without rocking; they added an extra layer of 1/4 inch glass after it was fired the first time to accomplish this. • When the base was brought to the job site, the carpenter installed a thick 6 inch block of wood through the tile and into the floor joists. The hollow 6 inch square base of the steel table was glued and screwed into the wood. The base was leveled and ready for the top to arrive several days later. • The glass installers put it over the base, and it fit PERFECTLY! (whew) • The steel base is 3 inches smaller than the glass, creating a see-through effect around the entire perimeter of the kidney bean shape. • The granite was then templated by using a specialized camera that measured the curve of the glass. However, upon arrival, the fit was less than perfect. Thanks to a patient and skilled granite installer from Nonn's Showroom who spent several hours hand grinding and polishing the curve on site until it fit perfectly. • A small bead of silicone between the granite and the glass was all that was needed to complete the perfect installation. • With a few shims under the end of the granite, the top is perfectly level! • Our client was extremely excited and very patient with the process because they trusted our abilities so that the end result would be spectacular.

Royce

Fleur de Lis Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a triple-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, glass benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances and ceramic floors.

Jersey Village- Corporate HQ Kitchen

Poggenpohl Houston

Designed by Tatiana Bacci of Poggenpohl Photos by Jill Broussard
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall kitchen in Houston with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, glass benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and no island.

Clean Kitchens

Madeval USA

This is an example of a mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, glass benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island and concrete floors.

Traditional Kitchen

Inspiration for a traditional kitchen in Other with glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, glass benchtops and grey splashback.

Griffith Joinery Renovation

`Infinity Kitchens & Joinery Pty Ltd

Kitchen, Photos by Light Studies
Expansive traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Canberra - Queanbeyan with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, green splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Oceanfront • Event Home • 18 Bedrooms • Ocean 18

SAGA Realty & Construction

Inspiration for an expansive beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, glass benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Rich Walnut Kitchen with Ribbed Island & Metal Range Hood

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

Step into culinary perfection with this rich walnut kitchen, adorned with a stunning brushed metal range hood that adds an industrial and distinctive flair. The serene tile backsplash provides a sleek canvas for the kitchen cabinets to shine, while the symmetrical layout, featuring two sinks and a panelled dishwasher, makes this kitchen a chef's dream. With face frame inset construction, the beauty of rich walnut wood, marble countertops, and unique ribbed detailing converge to create an impactful space that makes you feel truly inspired.

Berkeley Kitchen Full of Organization

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Mike Kaskel
Large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, glass benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Single Family Kitchen

Fong Construction Corp.

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, glass benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Noe Valley Victorian

Banner Day Interiors

Large eclectic l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Kitchens

Campbell Cabinet Co.

Large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New Orleans with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, a double-bowl sink, glass benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback and porcelain floors.

Lake House

Green View Building & Design Company, Inc.

Will Calhoun - photo Painted custom cabinets with natural maple interiors and sandblasted glass upper doors. The range is electric/propane. The floor is strip red oak with a semi dark stain. The top of the island is painted BM Nelson Blue to compliment the natural glass color of the island counter.

Kitchen with Glass Benchtops 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!