Mid-sized contemporary single-wall separate kitchen in Paris with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, no island, laminate benchtops, white splashback, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, grey floor and white benchtop.

The Boat house

Grid Thirteen Luxury Kitchens, Bedrooms & Living

Contemporary, handle-less SieMatic S2 lotus white gloss and Terra larix simulated wood grain kitchen, complete with; white corian worktops and dining table top, Spekva timber breakfast bar, Miele appliances and Westin's extraction, Quooker boiling water tap and Blanco sink. SieMatic media unit with toughened glass back panel and LED lighting. Photography by Andy Haslam.

Harvey Jones - Linear Kitchens

Harvey Jones Kitchens

Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, with island and grey floor.

Hokanson/ Siller

Hann Builders

Emily Minton Redfield Michael Siller Interior Designer John Ike, AIA Architect Hann Builders Custom Home Builder
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped kitchen in Houston with stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, porcelain floors, with island and grey floor.

Dorsey Residence

Coates Design Architecture + Interiors

Exterior - photos by Andrew Waits Interior - photos by Roger Turk - Northlight Photography
This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with stainless steel appliances, a single-bowl sink, beige cabinets, concrete floors, grey floor and black benchtop.

Bovina House

kimberly peck architect

The goal of this project was to build a house that would be energy efficient using materials that were both economical and environmentally conscious. Due to the extremely cold winter weather conditions in the Catskills, insulating the house was a primary concern. The main structure of the house is a timber frame from an nineteenth century barn that has been restored and raised on this new site. The entirety of this frame has then been wrapped in SIPs (structural insulated panels), both walls and the roof. The house is slab on grade, insulated from below. The concrete slab was poured with a radiant heating system inside and the top of the slab was polished and left exposed as the flooring surface. Fiberglass windows with an extremely high R-value were chosen for their green properties. Care was also taken during construction to make all of the joints between the SIPs panels and around window and door openings as airtight as possible. The fact that the house is so airtight along with the high overall insulatory value achieved from the insulated slab, SIPs panels, and windows make the house very energy efficient. The house utilizes an air exchanger, a device that brings fresh air in from outside without loosing heat and circulates the air within the house to move warmer air down from the second floor. Other green materials in the home include reclaimed barn wood used for the floor and ceiling of the second floor, reclaimed wood stairs and bathroom vanity, and an on-demand hot water/boiler system. The exterior of the house is clad in black corrugated aluminum with an aluminum standing seam roof. Because of the extremely cold winter temperatures windows are used discerningly, the three largest windows are on the first floor providing the main living areas with a majestic view of the Catskill mountains.

Frank's House @ Campbell CA

ZMC Products

Large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Villa Mariposa | Marbella

Kerstin Schacht Interior Concepts

This is an example of a large mediterranean galley kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, panelled appliances, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Réhabilitation d'une ancienne écurie

User

Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, cement tiles, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and flat-panel cabinets.

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen, East Sussex

Humphrey Munson

A cook’s kitchen through and through; we loved working on this modern country farmhouse kitchen project. This kitchen was designed for relaxed entertaining on a large-scale for friends staying for the weekend, but also for everyday kitchen suppers with the family. As you walk into the kitchen the space feels warm and welcoming thanks to the soothing colour palette and Smithfield weathered oak finish. The kitchen has a large dining table with incredible views across the rolling East Sussex countryside. A separate scullery and walk in pantry concealed behind cabinetry either side of the French door fridge freezer provide a huge amount of storage and prep space completely hidden from view but easily accessible. The balance of cabinetry is perfect for the space and doesn’t compromise the light and airy feel we love to create in our Humphrey Munson kitchen projects. The five oven AGA, set within a bespoke false chimney, creates a main focal point for the room and the antique effect mirror splashback has been installed for a number of reasons; it bounces the light back across the room but also helps with continuing conversations with guests seated at the island. This is a sociable kitchen with seating at the island to serve drinks and quick appetisers before dinner, or to sit with coffee and a laptop to catch up on emails. To the left of the AGA is countertop storage with a bi-fold door which provides essential shelving for larger countertop appliances like the KitchenAid mixer and Magimix. Following on from the countertop cupboard is open shelving and the main sink run which features a large Kohler sink and Perrin & Rowe Athenian tap with rinse. To the right of the AGA is another countertop cupboard with a bi-fold door that not only balances the space in terms of symmetry, but conceals the breakfast cupboard which is perfect for storing the coffee machine, cups and everyday glassware. The large island is directly opposite the AGA and has been kept deliberately clear so that cooking and preparing food on a larger scale for family or friends staying all weekend is easy and stress free. The dining area which is just off of the main kitchen in the orangery seats six people at the table and is perfect for low key dining for a few friends and weekday meals. Directly opposite the island is a bank of floor to ceiling Smithfield Oak cabinetry that has a Fisher & Paykel French door refrigeration and freezer unit finished in stainless steel in the centre, while either side of the fridge freezer is a walk in scullery and walk in pantry that helps to keep all clutter hidden safely out of site without having to leave the kitchen and guests. We love the modern rustic luxe feel of this kitchen with the Nickleby cabinetry on the perimeter run painted in ‘Cuffs’ and the island painted in ‘London Calling’ it has a really relaxed and warm feeling to the space, particularly with the weathered bronze Tetterby pull handles and Hexham knobs. This is the ‘new neutral’ and really about creating a relaxed and informal setting that is perfect for this beautiful country home. Photo credit: Paul Craig

Modern Traditionalki

House Sprucing

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor, white benchtop, quartzite benchtops, ceramic splashback and porcelain floors.

Ultra Modern Kitchen Design-Chicago

Benvenuti and Stein

Cleverly designed kitchen with minimalist style has hidden pantry with touch latch doors next to the refrigerator . Custom cabinetry made in the Benvenuti and Stein Evanston cabinet shop. Norman Sizemore-Photographer

Гостиная-кухня в ЖК Садовые кварталы

Дизайн — бюро Екатерины Колеговой Ecole

Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, black appliances and grey floor.

Urban Fusion

Kitchens & Bathrooms First

A desire for a larger, more welcoming, functional and family centered kitchen required the relocation of interior walls to open up the heart of this home. Contrasting glossy cream and mid toned wood grained cabinetry provides for a warm aesthetic along with beautiful Ceasarstone Quartz counter tops in two colors. LED lighting, dark matte large format porcelain floor tiles and sleek built in appliances combine for a striking urban look.

White Kitchens

Packard Cabinetry of North Carolina

White Kitchens
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and ceramic floors.

Kitchens

Need For Build Inc

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Modern Shaker kitchen in grey with dark island

Eclectic Interiors

This classic look with a long main run and large island is a perfect design solution for this newly created extra-large kitchen extension in Balham. Our Modern Shaker style in mid-grey was successfully used here with the large island in a contrasting dark navy/grey. The main appliances and fridge/freezer were placed on the main wall run with the induction hob in the middle and framed perfectly by the tall units. The large island with the sink, dishwasher and L- shaped seating creates not only a great preparation area but also a space for the family to seat casually or when entertaining. An additional bank of tall units placed by the entrance were designed to house the utility part of the kitchen with the washing machine, tumble dryer and the megaflow cylinder all hidden away. The overall design gives our client lots of space for a busy family life and entertaining, with plenty of space around the dining table and a generous seating area for relaxing by the garden doors.

Modern Scandi Inspired Home

Hatch Interiors

Gatherling Light
This is an example of a scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Perth with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Cavendish, Paris 19

Olivia de Revel // 02R architecte d'intérieur

This is an example of a small scandinavian kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, a peninsula, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Golden Colorado Remodel

Evergreen Interior Designs

Progress Photo - Kitchen remodel
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark 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!