This dark green kitchen shows how Tom Howley can create a kitchen where everything has a place and can be easily accessed. Integrated appliances and bespoke storage minimise clutter and glass fronted cabinetry with subtle lighting provides plenty of opportunity to display both attractive essentials and pieces of art.

nnu House

Studio Jayga Architects

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Essex with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kensington Kitchen

Tim Wood Limited

This elegant, classic painted kitchen was designed and made by Tim Wood to act as the hub of this busy family house in Kensington, London. The kitchen has many elements adding to its traditional charm, such as Shaker-style peg rails, an integrated larder unit, wall inset spice racks and a limestone floor. A richly toned iroko worktop adds warmth to the scheme, whilst honed Nero Impala granite upstands feature decorative edging and cabinet doors take on a classic style painted in Farrow & Ball's pale powder green. A decorative plasterer was even hired to install cornicing above the wall units to give the cabinetry an original feel. But despite its homely qualities, the kitchen is packed with top-spec appliances behind the cabinetry doors. There are two large fridge freezers featuring icemakers and motorised shelves that move up and down for improved access, in addition to a wine fridge with individually controlled zones for red and white wines. These are teamed with two super-quiet dishwashers that boast 30-minute quick washes, a 1000W microwave with grill, and a steam oven with various moisture settings. The steam oven provides a restaurant quality of food, as you can adjust moisture and temperature levels to achieve magnificent flavours whilst retaining most of the nutrients, including minerals and vitamins. The La Cornue oven, which is hand-made in Paris, is in brushed nickel, stainless steel and shiny black. It is one of the most amazing ovens you can buy and is used by many top Michelin rated chefs. It has domed cavity ovens for better baking results and makes a really impressive focal point too. Completing the line-up of modern technologies are a bespoke remote controlled extractor designed by Tim Wood with an external motor to minimise noise, a boiling and chilled water dispensing tap and industrial grade waste disposers on both sinks. Designed, hand built and photographed by Tim Wood

Buckinghamshire

Dominic Wright Kitchens and Furniture

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, limestone floors and with island.

Isle of Wight Holiday Home

Imperfect Interiors

We laid stone floor tiles in the kitchen diner of this Isle of Wight holiday home, added a new green & black deVOL kitchen as well as wall lights, a var area with copper worktop & a wine cupboard

Birch - Kitchen. Island details.

Thomas Ford & Sons

Inspiration for a large traditional kitchen in Surrey with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Luxury Cirencester home with Castile limestone flooring by Rixon Architects

Beswick Stone

With vaulted ceilings, large windows and French doors leading out onto the secluded patio this beautiful kitchen is bathed in natural light and features handmade units in subtle green and grey tones, granite and wood worktops with Castile limestone floor tiles in 60cm width and random widths. Photographed by Tony Mitchell, facestudios.net

Canyon Residence

Designs & Decorative Arts, Inc.

Photo - Jim Bartsch
This is an example of a traditional kitchen in Santa Barbara with green cabinets, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors and with island.

Victorian Terrace in Islington

Sarah Ross Design

The kitchen space is not huge but has everything you need and is great for entertaining. The utility area in the distance is as well designed as the kitchen. The Portland stone floor runs straight out in to the garden. The space is flooded with light. Photo:James Balston

Barn Conversion

David Hall Kitchen and Furniture Makers

This is an example of a large industrial l-shaped open plan kitchen in Cambridgeshire with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Space Conscious Design Kitchen

Figura Kitchens & Interiors

A small kitchen designed around the oak beams, resulting in a space conscious design. All units were painted & with a stone work surface. The Acorn door handles were designed specially for this clients kitchen. In the corner a curved bench was attached onto the wall creating additional seating around a circular table. The large wall pantry with bi-fold doors creates a fantastic workstation & storage area for food & appliances. The small island adds an extra work surface and has storage space.

Richmond Road

Architecture WK

Architecture WK
This is an example of a country kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

nnu House

Studio Jayga Architects

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Essex with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Space Conscious Design Kitchen

Figura Kitchens & Interiors

A Country Style Galley Kitchen By Burlanes

burlanes interiors

As part of a renovation of their 1930's town house, the homeowners commissioned Burlanes to design, create and install a country style galley kitchen, for contemporary living.

Victorian Country House

Laura Passey Interiors Ltd

Large Country Kitchen
Design ideas for an expansive country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Redbud Renovation

Blue Horse Building & Design

Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, brown floor, white benchtop and multiple islands.

A Space for Everyone

Ingrid Porter Interiors, LLC

Green cabinetry to complete this updated kitchen.
Photo of a large transitional kitchen in Cleveland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Villa in Cannes - Kitchen

S&L Associati - Studio Simone Speciale

Grande cucina aperta sul living, con isola centrale cottura e bancone. Dispensa a tutta parete con piattaia a giorno. Cappa in metallo. Pavimento in travertino.

Traditional oak frame kitchen

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Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional eat-in kitchen in Other with green cabinets, limestone floors and beige floor.

Kitchen with Green Cabinets and Limestone Floors 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!