This is an example of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, white splashback and window splashback.

Newton Renovation

Michael Kim Associates

This is an example of a large transitional galley kitchen in Boston with shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, window splashback, light hardwood floors and with island.

WASHINGTON WAY

Interior Particulier

Photo of a small contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, granite benchtops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, brown floor, flat-panel cabinets, medium hardwood floors, medium wood cabinets and grey benchtop.

Custom Carved Kitchen

WL Kitchen & Home

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Crows Nest Log Cabin

Jeremiah Johnson Log Homes

Mid-sized country l-shaped kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, granite benchtops, medium hardwood floors, with island, grey benchtop, medium wood cabinets, window splashback and stainless steel appliances.

MacKenzie 01

Flascon Construction Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Brisbane with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Trollstua (Troll's Den)

Winkelman Architecture

Trent Bell
Small country kitchen in Portland Maine with granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, grey floor, an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, window splashback, a peninsula and slate floors.

Riverside Passive House

Studio InSitu Architects

River-Side Passive; Many Hands Concord, MA Cambriidge Firm, Ecocor, Todd Fulshaw, Studio InSitu Construction Administration: Studio InSitu Interiors: CC King and Studio InSitu Lighting Design: Ripman Lighting Consultants, Inc. Buiilder: Peck Construction Custon cabinetry and Millwork: Corey Peck photographs by Studio InSitu

Eaglis

Cebula Design

Mike Rixon Photography
Inspiration for a large beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and window splashback.

Mt Washington Kitchen & Powder Room

Harbor Kitchen Design

Single Family home in the Mt Washington neighborhood of Baltimore. From dated, dark and closed to open, bright and beautiful. A structural steel I beam was installed over square steel columns on an 18" thick fieldstone foundation wall to bring this kitchen into the 21st century. Kudos to Home Tailor Baltimore, the general contractor on this project! Photos by Mark Moyer Photography.

Bent Creek Renovation

Altura Architects

This Bent Creek renovation and addition gave the existing 1920s home a spacious interior and modern design while still maintaining its original character. The homeowners enjoy hosting large gatherings, but the narrow footprint and small spaces created a lot of congestion inside. To alleviate this problem, the homeowners wanted to expand the cramped kitchen and living spaces, but a huge oak tree sat only 5 feet from the kitchen window. The tree holds great sentimental value to the owners, so sacrificing the tree was out of the question, and locating the kitchen expansion elsewhere was not financially feasible. As a compromise, a large portion of the house adjacent to the kitchen was demolished, and most of the kitchen function was expanded in this direction. The end result is a beautiful and spacious home that we are very proud of. Photography by Kevin Meechan

New England Shingle Style

Hamilburg Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with with island, a triple-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, window splashback, beige floor and green benchtop.

Longboat Key Renovation

SOLSTICE Planning and Architecture

Mid-sized modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Linda

Anderson Homes Pty Ltd

Photo of a large contemporary galley kitchen pantry in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, beige benchtop and granite benchtops.

Twin Eagles - 1

Lacey Construction Ltd.

Gorgeous custom rental cabins built for the Sandpiper Resort in Harrison Mills, BC. Some key features include timber frame, quality Woodtone siding, and interior design finishes to create a luxury cabin experience. Photo by Brooklyn D Photography

Küchendesign

Imbusch Einrichtungen

Selbstverständlich sind alle Geräte integriert, genügend Stauraum vorhanden und sogar noch Platz für einen schicken Side-by-Side-Kühlschrank.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Bremen with an integrated sink, white cabinets, black appliances, a peninsula, grey floor, grey benchtop, beaded inset cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, window splashback and porcelain floors.

Vincent House

Limitless Building

Settled within a graffiti-covered laneway in the trendy heart of Mt Lawley you will find this four-bedroom, two-bathroom home. The owners; a young professional couple wanted to build a raw, dark industrial oasis that made use of every inch of the small lot. Amenities aplenty, they wanted their home to complement the urban inner-city lifestyle of the area. One of the biggest challenges for Limitless on this project was the small lot size & limited access. Loading materials on-site via a narrow laneway required careful coordination and a well thought out strategy. Paramount in bringing to life the client’s vision was the mixture of materials throughout the home. For the second story elevation, black Weathertex Cladding juxtaposed against the white Sto render creates a bold contrast. Upon entry, the room opens up into the main living and entertaining areas of the home. The kitchen crowns the family & dining spaces. The mix of dark black Woodmatt and bespoke custom cabinetry draws your attention. Granite benchtops and splashbacks soften these bold tones. Storage is abundant. Polished concrete flooring throughout the ground floor blends these zones together in line with the modern industrial aesthetic. A wine cellar under the staircase is visible from the main entertaining areas. Reclaimed red brickwork can be seen through the frameless glass pivot door for all to appreciate — attention to the smallest of details in the custom mesh wine rack and stained circular oak door handle. Nestled along the north side and taking full advantage of the northern sun, the living & dining open out onto a layered alfresco area and pool. Bordering the outdoor space is a commissioned mural by Australian illustrator Matthew Yong, injecting a refined playfulness. It’s the perfect ode to the street art culture the laneways of Mt Lawley are so famous for. Engineered timber flooring flows up the staircase and throughout the rooms of the first floor, softening the private living areas. Four bedrooms encircle a shared sitting space creating a contained and private zone for only the family to unwind. The Master bedroom looks out over the graffiti-covered laneways bringing the vibrancy of the outside in. Black stained Cedarwest Squareline cladding used to create a feature bedhead complements the black timber features throughout the rest of the home. Natural light pours into every bedroom upstairs, designed to reflect a calamity as one appreciates the hustle of inner city living outside its walls. Smart wiring links each living space back to a network hub, ensuring the home is future proof and technology ready. An intercom system with gate automation at both the street and the lane provide security and the ability to offer guests access from the comfort of their living area. Every aspect of this sophisticated home was carefully considered and executed. Its final form; a modern, inner-city industrial sanctuary with its roots firmly grounded amongst the vibrant urban culture of its surrounds.

Kitchen cabinets painted with C2 Paint

Town Line Wallpaper & Paint Inc.

Contemporary kitchen featuring cabinets painted with full-spectrum C2 Paint.
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Kitchen & Bathroom on Bernard

Let's Talk Kitchens & Interiors

This stylish kitchen and bathroom renovation in Balwyn was designed and built for a young family who needed functional spaces for everyday use but they also wanted a kitchen suitable for entertaining and a bathroom that could be a real sanctuary. With a raised bar section to the end of the expansive island bench which includes a built in wine fridge this kitchen ticks all of the homeowner's boxes. The bathroom is dark and moody and gives the user a feeling of being cocooned and protected from the outside world. Featuring an elegant freestanding tub, double sinks, timber vanity top and large shower this bathroom is fully equipped for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Twin Eagles 2 - Sandpiper Resort

Lacey Construction Ltd.

Kitchen with Granite Benchtops and Window 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!