Design ideas for an expansive modern galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black appliances, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop, vaulted, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback and vinyl floors.

Kitchen Remodeling In Columbia, MD

Reno Maryland

Photo of a large transitional kitchen pantry in Baltimore with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Hawthorne - Matt Baldwin Homes

LuxeMark Company

Valance under range adds a furniture feel. Soffit over hood creates a termination for the tile backsplash in this kitchen with 10' ceilings.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional separate kitchen in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Small Timeless Glam

Classic Kitchens Design Studio

Matt Kocourek Photography
Inspiration for a small country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula and grey benchtop.

St James White Painted Cabinets

Port City Cabinets

Kitchen Highlights: -White painted cabinets -Custom wood hood -Kitchen with barn door to pantry -Seeded glass doors
This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Boxford MA Kitchen

Heartwood Kitchens

Boxford, MA kitchen renovation designed by north of Boston kitchen design showroom Heartwood Kitchens. This kitchen includes white painted cabinetry with a glaze and dark wood island. Heartwood included a large, deep boxed out window on the window wall to brighten up the kitchen. This kitchen includes a large island with seating for 4, Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, large pantry cabinets and glass front china cabinet. Island/Tabletop items provided by Savoir Faire Home Andover, MA Oriental rugs from First Rugs in Acton, MA Photo credit: Eric Roth Photography.

Auburn Renovation 2014

Otero Signature Homes

Photos by Gwendolyn Lanstrum
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cleveland with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Antiqued Elegance in Willowcreek Ranch

By Design Interiors, Inc.

A blend of transitional design meets French Country architecture. The kitchen is a blend pops of teal along the double islands that pair with aged ceramic backsplash, hardwood and golden pendants. Mixes new with old-world design.

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.

Downtown Bellevue Custom Home | Kitchen

JayMarc Homes

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured benchtop, vaulted and brown floor.

Casa VA

Pantuma

L’intervento ha riguardato un appartamento facente parte di un edificio residenziale risalente agli anni ’50, che conservava i caratteri tipologici e funzionali dell’epoca. Il progetto si è concentrato sulla riorganizzazione degli ambienti al fine di soddisfare le esigenze dei committenti, in relazione agli usi contemporanei dell’abitare. Gli ambienti soggiorno e cucina, prima separati, sono stati collegati tramite la demolizione del muro divisorio e l’installazione di un infisso scorrevole in acciaio-vetro a tutt’altezza, consentendo di mantenere l’interazione visiva, pur rispettandone gli usi. La divisione funzionale degli ambienti è sottolineata tramite il cambiamento della pavimentazione e la gestione dei ribassamenti del soffitto. Per la pavimentazione principale dell’appartamento è stato scelto un parquet a spina ungherese, mentre per la cucina una lastra maxi-formato, con effetto graniglia, riproposta sulla parete verticale in corrispondenza del piano di lavoro. Il punto di vista dell’osservatore è catturato dal fondale del soggiorno in cui è installata una parete attrezzata, realizzata su misura, organizzata secondo un sistema di alloggi retroilluminati. Il passaggio alla zona notte ed ai servizi è stato garantito tramite l’apertura di un nuovo varco, in modo da ridurre gli spazi di disimpegno e ricavare una zona lavanderia. Il bagno è stato riorganizzato al fine di ottimizzarne gli spazi rispetto all’impostazione precedente, con la predisposizione di una doccia a filo pavimento e l’installazione di un doppio lavabo, allo scopo di ampliarne le possibilità di fruizione e sopperire alla mancanza di un doppio servizio. Per la pavimentazione è stata scelta una piastrella di forma quadrata dal disegno geometrico e dalla colorazione bianca grigia e nera, mentre per le pareti verticali la scelta è ricaduta su di una piastrella rettangolare diamantata di colore bianco. La camera da letto principale, in cui è stata inserita una cabina armadio, è stata organizzata in modo da valorizzare la collocazione del letto esaltandone la testata, decorata con carta da parati, e i due lati, nella cui corrispondenza sono stati predisposti due elementi continui in cartongesso che dal pavimento percorrono il soffitto. L’illuminazione generale dell’abitazione è garantita dalla predisposizione di faretti “a bicchiere”, riproposto in tutti gli ambienti, e l’utilizzo di lampade a sospensione in corrispondenza dei lavabi dei comodini. Le finiture e le soluzioni estetiche dell’intervento sono riconducibili allo stile classico-contemporaneo con la commistione di elementi in stile industriale.

Not Your Grandfather's Barn! A Modern Pole Barn House in Lauderdale Lake Area

Stebnitz Builders, Inc.

This 2,500 square-foot home, combines the an industrial-meets-contemporary gives its owners the perfect place to enjoy their rustic 30- acre property. Its multi-level rectangular shape is covered with corrugated red, black, and gray metal, which is low-maintenance and adds to the industrial feel. Encased in the metal exterior, are three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a state-of-the-art kitchen, and an aging-in-place suite that is made for the in-laws. This home also boasts two garage doors that open up to a sunroom that brings our clients close nature in the comfort of their own home. The flooring is polished concrete and the fireplaces are metal. Still, a warm aesthetic abounds with mixed textures of hand-scraped woodwork and quartz and spectacular granite counters. Clean, straight lines, rows of windows, soaring ceilings, and sleek design elements form a one-of-a-kind, 2,500 square-foot home

Wimbledon Village House

User

Small eclectic l-shaped separate kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Dove grey kitchen with granite surfaces in Victorian townhouse

Stoneham Kitchens

Kitchen storage is generous including a stunning wooden pantry unit, with drawers with scooped handles and spice racks fitted to the upper door. Sutton Ambrosia Granite worktops are used throughout to contrast against the light grey, adding a modern twist to the classic furniture style.

Calais

sk7 design studios, inc.

3,400 sf home, 4BD, 4BA Second-Story Addition and Extensive Remodel 50/50 demo rule
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley open plan kitchen in San Diego with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, a peninsula, an undermount sink, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Starmark Kitchen in Maple Ridgeville w/ Decorative Edge in Slate w/ Ebony Glaze

Cabinetry by Better Bilt

Manufacturer: Starmark Cabinetry Style: Ridgeville with Decorative Edge Profile & Five Piece Drawers Finish: Maple Slate with Ebony Glaze Countertop: Solid Surface Unlimited Granite in Ice White Sink: 50/50 Stainless Undermount Faucet: Customer’s Own Hardware: Hardware Resources – Katharine Knobs & Pulls in Brushed Pewter Tile: Customer’s Own (The Tile Shop) Designer: Devon Moore Contractor: Customer’s Own

Peachtree City Transitional Kitchen Remodel

Rosa Moreno Kitchens

Photo of a mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Scarborough Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Renovation

The Good Home - Interiors & Design

Darren Setlow Photography
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured benchtop, beige floor and exposed beam.

Newcastle 2 Story

RL Hoelting

Photo of a kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

open floor plan kitchen

Coralite Woodworks LLC.

Removal of two walls, create open floor plan, fabricated white finish kitchen cabinets, gray island with stained floating shelves. Under cabinet and shelving lighting.

Kitchen with Granite Benchtops and Grey Splashback 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!