This is an example of a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Munster Road

Granit Architects + Interiors

This semi-detached home in Teddington has been significantly remodelled on the ground floor to create a bright living space that opens on to the garden. We were appointed to provide a full architectural and interior design service. Despite being a modern dwelling, the layout of the property was restrictive and tired, with the kitchen particularly feeling cramped and dark. The first step was to address these issues and achieve planning permission for a full-width rear extension. Extending the original kitchen and dining area was central to the brief, creating an ambitiously large family and entertainment space that takes full advantage of the south-facing garden. Creating a deep space presented several challenges. We worked closely with Blue Engineering to resolve the unusual structural plan of the house to provide the open layout. Large glazed openings, including a grand trapezoid skylight, were complimented by light finishes to spread sunlight throughout the living space at all times of the year. The bespoke sliding doors and windows allow the living area to flow onto the outdoor terrace. The timber cladding contributes to the warmth of the terrace, which is lovely for entertaining into the evening. Internally, we opened up the front living room by removing a central fireplace that sub-divided the room, producing a more coherent, intimate family space. We designed a bright, contemporary palette that is complemented by accents of bold colour and natural materials, such as with our bespoke joinery designs for the front living room. The LEICHT kitchen and large porcelain floor tiles solidify the fresh, contemporary feel of the design. High-spec audio-visual services were integrated throughout to accommodate the needs of the family in the future. The first and second floors were redecorated throughout, including a new accessible bathroom. This project is a great example of close collaboration between the whole design and construction team to maximise the potential of a home for its occupants and their modern needs.

Large Kitchen Diner in Grey and Slate Grey Concrete Riva

Kutchenhaus Altrincham

Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Cheshire with a drop-in sink, grey cabinets, grey splashback, mirror splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Large Kitchen Diner in Grey and Slate Grey Concrete Riva

Kutchenhaus Altrincham

This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Cheshire with a drop-in sink, grey cabinets, grey splashback, mirror splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Large Kitchen Diner in Grey and Slate Grey Concrete Riva

Kutchenhaus Altrincham

Photo of a large contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Cheshire with grey cabinets, grey splashback, mirror splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and a drop-in sink.

Blue and Walnut Next125 Kitchen

Planet Furniture

This renovation in Hitchin features Next125, the renowned German range, which is a perfect choice for a contemporary look that is stylish and sleek and built to the highest standards. We love how the run of tall cabinets in a Walnut Veneer compliment the Indigo Blue Lacquer and mirrors the wide planked Solid Walnut breakfast bar. The Walnut reflects other pieces of furniture in the wider living space and brings the whole look together. The integrated Neff appliances gives a smart, uncluttered finish and the Caesarstone Raw Concrete worktops are tactile and functional and provide a lovely contrast to the Walnut. Once again we are pleased to be able to include a Quooker Flex tap in Stainless Steel. This is a fantastic living space for the whole family and we were delighted to work with them to achieve a look that works across both the kitchen and living areas.

Daumesnil Paris 12

SMIRNOVA INTERIORS

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, no island, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Rénovation cuisine épurée avec crédence en verre synthétique

CUISINES BRUNO VERITE

Quand un photographe vient shooter la cuisine de Mme C, je suis obligé de partager avec vous son travail. Les photos sont vraiment superbes ! Ces nouveaux luminaires sont tout simplement parfaits. Ils donnent encore plus de cachet à la pièce. Maintenant que Mme C s’est appropriée sa nouvelle cuisine en y intégrant ses objets personnels, je la trouve encore plus accueillante et chaleureuse. Comme quoi, il y a encore une différence à prendre en compte lorsque vous regardez une cuisine fraîchement installée et une cuisine aménagée.

CLASSIC MODERN KITCHEN

Home Dot Designs

The only thing that stayed was the sink placement and the dining room location. Clarissa and her team took out the wall opposite the sink to allow for an open floorplan leading into the adjacent living room. She got rid of the breakfast nook and capitalized on the space to allow for more pantry area.

Gainesville Lake Home Remodeling - Kitchen, Butler's Pantry & Laundry

Tracy Tesmer Design/Remodeling

Gainesville Lake Home Kitchen, Butler's Pantry & Laundry Room Remodel
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley kitchen pantry in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Organic Modern, Cordillera Ranch

NR Interiors

We furnished this Kitchen and Breakfast nook to provide the homeowner with stylish easy care leather seating. The streamlined style of furniture is to compliment the modern architecture and Kitchen designed by Lake Flato Architects.

Hausmesse 2019 Material Emotions

pronorm Einbauküchen GmbH

Mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, black appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Hausmesse 2019 Material Emotions

pronorm Einbauküchen GmbH

Hausmesse 2019 Material Emotions

pronorm Einbauküchen GmbH

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, black appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Hausmesse 2019 Material Emotions

pronorm Einbauküchen GmbH

Hausmesse 2019 Material Emotions

pronorm Einbauküchen GmbH

Garden Villa

Hello Kitchen

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Hollybank Avenue Extension

OC Architects & Design

Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Dublin with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Tiki Blue Kitchen Backsplash

Fireclay Tile

Sprinkled with variation this kitchen backsplash tile plays with pattern to create a coastal feel to this modern space. DESIGN Lily Spindle Design PHOTOS Michele Thomas Tile Shown: 3x6 in Tiki Blue

Silver Oak Bosky Dell

The WhiteHouse Collection

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Grey Floor 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!