This cute cottage, one block from the beach, had not been updated in over 20 years. The homeowners finally decided that it was time to renovate after scrapping the idea of tearing the home down and starting over. Amazingly, they were able to give this house a fresh start with our input. We completed a full kitchen renovation and addition and updated 4 of their bathrooms. We added all new light fixtures, furniture, wallpaper, flooring, window treatments and tile. The mix of metals and wood brings a fresh vibe to the home. We loved working on this project and are so happy with the outcome! Photographed by: James Salomon

Janssen

New Concept 180

Design ideas for a small eclectic galley separate kitchen in Chicago with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, coloured appliances, no island, a farmhouse sink and porcelain floors.

Custom Cabinets

Yukon Flooring

Large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Contemporary Grey Kitchen

Tom Howley

The Hartford collection is an inspired modern update on the classic Shaker style kitchen. Designed with simplicity in mind, the kitchens in this range have a universal appeal that never fails to delight. Each kitchen is beautifully proportioned, with an unerring focus on scale that ensures the final result is flawless. The impressive island adds much needed extra storage and work surface space, perfect for busy family living. Placed in the centre of the kitchen, it creates a hub for friends and family to gather. A large Kohler sink, with Perrin & Rowe taps creates a practical prep area and because it’s positioned between the Aga and fridge it creates an ideal work triangle.

A Classic Country Kitchen By Burlanes

burlanes interiors

A light-filled extension on a country cottage transformed a small kitchen into a bigger family functional and sociable space. Our clients love their beautiful country cottage located in the countryside on the edge of Canterbury but needed more space. They built an extension and Burlanes were commissioned to created a country style kitchen that maintained the integrity of the property with some elegant modern additions.

Glencoe Residence

Searl Lamaster Howe Architects

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Listed Victorian Terrace in Kensington

Russell Taylor Architects

Large traditional galley separate kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, coloured appliances, porcelain floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Private Residence, Wyoming

Robinson Brown Design

Inspiration for a large country kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, medium hardwood floors, with island, grey cabinets, blue splashback, coloured appliances and blue benchtop.

Ashlawn Close

Reflections | Studio

Chris Snook
Design ideas for a large contemporary open plan kitchen in West Midlands with a single-bowl sink, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, coloured appliances, porcelain floors, with island and grey floor.

Dark Grey Copper Shaker Kitchen

Broadway Bespoke Kitchens

This is an example of a small transitional single-wall separate kitchen in Essex with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback, coloured appliances and with island.

Sunflower House

Anthro Architecture

View from the kitchen space to the fully openable bi-folding doors and the sunny garden beyond. A perfect family space for life by the sea. The yellow steel beam supports the opening to create the new extension and allows for the formation of the large rooflight above.

Shaker Style Kitchen

P & P Maintenance Services

Country l-shaped kitchen in Essex with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, coloured appliances, with island and grey floor.

Kitchens

emily lauderback stewart design and renovation

This is an example of a transitional kitchen in Seattle with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, porcelain splashback, coloured appliances, linoleum floors and multi-coloured floor.

Victorian-Era Influenced Home in Shepherds Bush

TEMZA

Mid-sized country l-shaped separate kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, coloured appliances and no island.

Winthrop Ave Kitchen Remodel

ReVision Design/Remodeling

This modern galley kitchen with island creates easy traffic flow in and out of the kitchen, dining room, breakfast area and living room. © Lassiter Photography **Any product tags listed as “related,” “similar,” or “sponsored” are done so by Houzz and are not the actual products specified. They have not been approved by, nor are they endorsed by ReVision Design/Remodeling.**

Islington Home

Joy Flanagan Design

Mark Williams Photo
Inspiration for a small eclectic eat-in kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, wood benchtops, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown benchtop, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets and multi-coloured splashback.

Our Showroom, Regent Street NW10

Goldman and Rankin

A classic inset frame kitchen in solid Ash with a brushed out grain and factory sprayed exterior finish. The interior is in Oak with solid Oak dovetailed drawers, Carrara marble work tops and a glass back splash.

Traditional Kitchen

Large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cornwall with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, porcelain floors, with island, orange floor and exposed beam.

Sea Cliff Vintage Twist

Packard Cabinetry of Sea Cliff

charming Sea cliff turn of century victorian needed a renovation that was appropriate to the vintage yet, edgy styling. a textured natural oak farm sink base juxtaposed a soft gray, with the heavy shelves on the wall made this kitchen unique.

Kitchen with Skylight Detail

RemodelWest

The need for natural light drove the design of this space. The skylight detail became integral part of the design to satisfy the need the of natural light while creating a modern aesthetic as well as a stunning architectural detail. To keep the lights and pendants centered on the island, we designed a pattern of openings and blocking to allow fixtures to mount at the correct spots along the island span. Photo Credit: Ali Atri Photography

Kitchen with Grey Cabinets and Coloured Appliances 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!