The Harris Kitchen uses our slatted cabinet design which draws on contemporary shaker and vernacular country but with a modern rustic feel. This design lends itself beautifully to both freestanding or fitted furniture and can be used to make a wide range of freestanding pieces such as larders, dressers and islands. This Kitchen is made from English Character Oak and custom finished with a translucent sage coloured Hard Wax Oil which we mixed in house, and has the effect of a subtle wash of colour without detracting from the character, tonal variations and warmth of the wood. This is a brilliant hardwearing, natural and breathable finish which is water and stain resistant, food safe and easy to maintain. The slatted cabinet design was originally inspired by old vernacular freestanding kitchen furniture such as larders and meat safes with their simple construction and good airflow which helped store food and provisions in a healthy and safe way, vitally important before refrigeration. These attributes are still valuable today although rarely used in modern cabinetry, and the Slat Cabinet series does this with very narrow gaps between the slats in the doors and cabinet sides. Emily & Greg commissioned this kitchen for their beautiful old thatched cottage in Warwickshire. The kitchen it was replacing was out dated, didn't use the space well and was not fitted sympathetically to the space with its old uneven walls and low beamed ceilings. A carefully considered cupboard and drawer layout ensured we maximised their storage space, increasing it from before, whilst opening out the space and making it feel less cramped. The cabinets are made from Oak veneered birch and poplar core ply with solid oak frames, panels and doors. The main cabinet drawers are dovetailed and feature Pippy/Burr Oak fronts with Sycamore drawer boxes, whilst the two Larders have slatted Oak crate drawers for storage of vegetables and dry goods, along with spice racks shelving and automatic concealed led lights. The wall cabinets and shelves also have a continuous strip of dotless led lighting concealed under the front edge, providing soft light on the worktops.

marine

Beyond Kitchens and Bath Inc

Large modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, white appliances, slate floors and no island.

Haiku House

SHED Architecture & Design

Mark Woods
Photo of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, grey floor and grey splashback.

Professor's Row Renovation

aamodt / plumb architects

To create a kitchen with sleek lines but keep costs in check, we chose standard cabinet frames and added custom high-gloss, white lacquered facing, Baltic birch raw plywood edging, and oak veneer.

Traditional Kitchen

Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped kitchen in Houston with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback and with island.

Mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse Spec Home

Todd Creative Design

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Built-In Buffet

New Hope Cabinets & Kitchens by Charles Weiler

This spacious, coastal style kitchen has an abundance of natural light which illuminates the natural tones & textures of the slate flooring, marble countertops, stone hearth, and wooden elements within this space. This kitchen is equipped with a Wolf range, microwave and warming drawers, and two built-in Sub-Zero refrigerators. With breath taking views throughout the kitchen and living area, it becomes the perfect oasis.

JFV Flooring

This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped separate kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, no island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Incline Village Condo

Inside Designs

This is an example of a small country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, black appliances and slate floors.

Kitchen

Partners 4, Design

We opened up the kitchen to the entry and stairwell by removing the wall between the kitchen and the hall, moving the closets out of the hall, and opening up the staircase to the lower level with a half wall, which created a more open floor plan. We further expanded the space visually by adding a wall of sliding glass doors to the porch at one end of the kitchen, which flooded the room with natural light and pulled the outdoors inside. Project:: Partners 4, Design Kitchen & Bath Designer:: John B.A. Idstrom II Cabinetry:: Poggenpohl Photography:: Gilbertson Photography

Custom Transitional Estate

Kimberly Butchko Designs, LLC

Guest house kitchen with breakfast bar.
Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, grey floor, shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

905 Parkland Circle NE Home Staging Photos

MAP Consultants, LLC

Brandon Banes, 360StyleTours.com
Photo of a small u-shaped open plan kitchen in Albuquerque with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, white appliances, slate floors and no island.

Brampton Kitchen Reno

Sosna Inc

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Aspen Alps Condominiums U105

Menendez Architects PC

The contrasting ceiling treatment above the dining table/island anchors the eating area in the space.
Design ideas for a small midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, slate floors and with island.

Custom Home with Cathedral Ceilings

MDV Remodeling

Design ideas for an expansive modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances and slate floors.

Irvine: White Kitchen with Built-in Desk

Pacific Coast Custom Design

For this kitchen remodel we used custom maple cabinets in a swiss coffee finish with a coordinating dark maple island with beautiful custom finished end panels and posts. The countertops are Cambria Summerhill quartz and the backsplash is a combination of honed and polished Carrara marble. We designed a terrific custom built-in desk with 2 work stations.

Holladay Residence - JD

Upland Development, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

A Perfect Blend of Texture and Simplicity

Dura Supreme Cabinetry

This simple yet "jaw-dropping" kitchen design uses 2 contemporary cabinet door styles with a sampling of white painted cabinets to contrast the gray-toned textured cabinets for a unique and dramatic look. The thin kitchen island features a cooktop and plenty of storage accessories. Wide planks are used as the decorative ends and back panels as a unique design element, while a floating shelf above the sink offers quick and easy access to your everyday glasses and dishware. Request a FREE Dura Supreme Brochure Packet: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure Find a Dura Supreme Showroom near you today: http://www.durasupreme.com/dealer-locator

Kitchen with Grey Splashback and Slate Floors 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!