Photo by Alan Tansey This East Village penthouse was designed for nocturnal entertaining. Reclaimed wood lines the walls and counters of the kitchen and dark tones accent the different spaces of the apartment. Brick walls were exposed and the stair was stripped to its raw steel finish. The guest bath shower is lined with textured slate while the floor is clad in striped Moroccan tile.

Ryde New House

Zugai Strudwick Architects

Brass handles add to the traditional style of the kitchen with light grey subway tiles and Shaker of Hampton's Style cabinets and concealed range hood. Quite common to have larger handles down below on the wide drawers and small brass Knobs on the cabinets.

Modern Beach house in Venice

Weather Projects

Photo of a large modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

ESPIGA

ESTUDI A L'ÀTIC. Benvinguts al Slow Design!

A l’entrada, una catifa de mosaic hidràulic en rep i ens dona pas a la cuina. Una illa central i una campana extractora d’acer inoxidable penjant que combina amb el gris dels mobles de la cuina on hi tenim tots els electrodomèstics integrats. La cuina queda separada per una estructura de fusta i vidre que tot i que delimita l’espai, deixa passar la llum i les vistes a través seu.

Mountain Maritime Pantry

Design Harmony

Custom Cabinets: Acadia Cabinets Backsplash Tile: Daltile Custom Copper Detail on Hood: Northwest Custom Woodwork Appliances: Albert Lee/Wolf Fabric for Custom Romans: Kravet

Open Plan Kitchen/Living Room

TileStyle

Open-plan kitchen/living area in a newly renovated family home in Dublin. The wood floors in the sunken lounge and the porcelain tiles in kitchen are all from TileStyle. Daragh Muldowney

Clean and Bright

Cabinet Joint

From bare studs to bright and stunning, This customer tore their former kitchen down to its foundation to build this kitchen inspiration. With a soft blend of whites, grays, and Hickory wood throughout the space, the natural light from the windows makes this kitchen glow with warmth. This kitchen is an example of when simplistic elegance is enough. Featuring a custom beverage bar, a charming small desk, a walk-in pantry, as well as an intentional bottom-heavy design with few wall cabinets, this kitchen marries aesthetics and functionality, the familiarity of a farmhouse, and the efficiency of a commercial kitchen.

Ellard Village

Jerel Lake

Design ideas for a small transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Atlanta with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Reviving Elegance in the Kitchen with Vintage Design

Normandy Remodeling

One of the main challenges of the original kitchen was an awkward, oversized peninsula that hindered traffic flow within the room. We repositioned the peninsula cabinetry, transforming it into a well-placed kitchen island that is now accessible from all four sides and offers seating and plenty of storage space. This simple swap greatly improved the overall flow of the kitchen, as did moving the location of the refrigerator to better fit the work triangle.

Elemental Kitchen

Jules Duffy Designs

Family kitchen for busy parents and children to gather and share their day. A kitchen perfect for catching up with friends, baking cookies with grandkids, trying new recipes and recreating old favorites.

Kitchen Extension

Nicky Percival Limited

Off white kitchen cabinets with large island with Tala pendant lights
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sussex with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Westridge Residence

Bureau Namas

This is an example of a large country l-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

All Electric Home Custom Kitchen

User

This is an example of a small modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

The "Timeless" Kitchen

EFE Creative Lab

Interior Design by EFE Creative Lab, Inc. Photography by Gabriel Volpi
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

A Hidden Delight Kitchen Design

Haile Kitchen & Bath LLC

This transitional style kitchen design in Gainesville is stunning on the surface with hidden treasures behind the kitchen cabinet doors. Crystal Cabinets with contrasting white and dark gray finish cabinetry set the tone for the kitchen style. The space includes a full butler's pantry with a round, hammered metal sink. The cabinetry is accented by Top Knobs hardware and an Ocean Beige quartzite countertop. The white porcelain tile backsplash features Ann Sacks tile in both the kitchen and butler's pantry. A tall pantry cabinet in the kitchen opens to reveal amazing storage for small kitchen appliances and gadgets, which is perfect for an avid home chef or baker. The bottom of this cabinet was customized for the client to create a delightful space for the kids to access an understairs play area. Our team worked with the client to find a unique way to meet the customer's requirement and create a one-of-a-kind space that is perfect for a family with kids. The kitchen incorporates a custom white hood and a farmhouse sink with a Rohl faucet. This kitchen is a delightful space that combines style, functionality, and customized features for a show stopping space at the center of this home.

Monica and Nugget

AHG Interiors

Photo of a small transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

The Kelso

JayMarc Homes

The Kelso's Kitchen boasts a beautiful combination of modern and rustic elements. The black cabinet and drawer hardware, along with the brass and gold kitchen faucets, add a touch of sophistication and elegance. The French oak hardwood floors lend a warm and inviting atmosphere to the space, complemented by the sleek gray cabinets and the stunning gray quartz countertop. The matte black pendant lighting fixtures create a bold statement, while the metal counter stools add a contemporary flair. The mosaic backsplash and white subway tile provide a timeless and classic backdrop to the kitchen's design. With white walls and a wood shroud, the overall aesthetic is balanced and harmonious, creating a space that is both functional and visually appealing.

Extension veranda sur jardin

Nonjetable architecture d'intérieur

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Paris with limestone floors, grey floor, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Квартира 56м2

Татьяна Иванова I Interior Designer & Decorator

Маленькая кухня в стиле рустик.
Photo of a small traditional u-shaped kitchen in Moscow with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, ceramic splashback, black benchtop, a farmhouse sink, white splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Pearl Studio Residence

Pedini NW

Design ideas for a small modern galley eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, no island, white floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Grey Cabinets 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!