Люба Глазурь
Inspiration for an industrial l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Saint Petersburg with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, no island and beige floor.

Living Large

Brugnoni Design

This 1960's kitchen condo had a dated floorplan. It was cramped, tiny and separated from the main living/dining area. To create a space more suitable for entertaining, all three walls were removed. The old bar area was incorporated into the new footprint. Brick veneer was used as a kitchen backsplash, installed up to the ceiling and around the side. It gives the illusion that the brick was always there, lurking behind the wall. To hide the electrical components, we added soffits and posts. This helped define the kitchen area. A knee wall in front of the island hides more electrical and adds counter depth. The open space between the counters was extended from 36 inches to 50, making it comfortable for multiple chefs. Luxury vinyl was installed to unify the space. Don Cochran Photography

Armstrong - Vivero

Arcata ProFloor, Abbey Design Center

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, laminate floors and no island.

Style industriel

Clic et Déco

Ces clients souhaitaient refaire la décoration de leur séjour dans un style industriel chaleureux. Initialement, une cloison pleine séparait la cuisine du séjour. Afin qu'ils puissent se projeter dans leur nouvel intérieur, nous leur avons proposé un projet sur mesure à partir des photos de leur intérieur. Nous avons imaginé une cuisine en bois avec une crédence en briques et un plan de travail noir, séparée du séjour par une verrière en métal noir.

Кухня шпон и керамика

Светлана Дробова

Антон Лихтарович
Inspiration for a mid-sized industrial l-shaped separate kitchen in Moscow with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, brick splashback, coloured appliances, ceramic floors, no island and white floor.

Мебель для квартиры в скандинавском стиле

RSB Studio

Mid-sized scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with raised-panel cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, white appliances, with island, white floor, a drop-in sink and white cabinets.

REPUBLIQUE

Woodelse

Cuisine en laque mat, claustra métallique finition laqué
Photo of a contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, orange splashback, brick splashback, light hardwood floors, no island and green benchtop.

Monticello, IN. BaileyTown USA, White Kitchen

Bailey's Cabinets

Cabinet Brand: BaileyTown USA Wood Species: Maple Cabinet Finish: Maple Door style: Chesapeake Countertops: Laminate, Vida edge, Midnight Stone color

Studio Terra Cotta Kitchenette

R. Apple & Co.

Basement kitchenette space with painted terra-cotta cabinets.
Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors, with island, blue floor and grey benchtop.

Apolo Bay Home

Swanbuild

Small country galley kitchen pantry in Geelong with a double-bowl sink, laminate benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island and brown floor.

Школа ремонта

Наталья салон "EVITA"

Разрабатывала кухонную мебель для проекта "Школа Ремонта"
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, laminate benchtops, black appliances, laminate floors, no island, beige floor, a drop-in sink, white splashback and brick splashback.

Stirling

Apex Design & Drafting

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

КУХНЯ

АСЯ БОНДАРЕВА

Денис Комаров
This is an example of a mid-sized industrial l-shaped separate kitchen in Moscow with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Navy Blue

Ola Jachymiak Studio

The idea was to create functional space with a bit of attitude, to reflect the owner's character. The apartment balances minimalism, industrial furniture (lamps and Bertoia chairs), white brick and kitchen in the style of a "French boulangerie". Open kitchen and living room, painted in white and blue, are separated by the island, which serves as both kitchen table and dining space. Bespoke furniture play an important storage role in the apartment, some of them having double functionalities, like the bench, which can be converted to a bed. The richness of the navy color fills up the apartment, with the contrasting white and touches of mustard color giving that edgy look. Ola Jachymiak Studio

Karen's Kitchen and Double Bathroom Remodel

McLennan Contracting, Inc.

This remodel required a plan to maintain its original character and charm while updating and modernizing the kitchen. These original custom cabinets on top of the brick backsplash brought so much character to the kitchen, the client did not want to see them go. Revitalized with fresh paint and new hardware, these cabinets received a subtle yet fresh facelift. The peninsula was updated with industrial legs and laminate countertops that match the rest of the kitchen. With the distressed wood floors bringing it all together, this small remodel brought about a big change.

Bungalow

Heartfelt Homespace, Inc.

Angie Hebst - photographer The existing kitchen was updated by adding trim moulding and painting existing cabinetry a neutral gray. The flooring was replaced and backsplash was updated to give this kitchen a fresh look while keeping the character of the home.

Ridgewood Lane New Custom Home

Curtis White Companies

Open dining area with French doors to deck.
Photo of a mid-sized l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Birmingham with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island and grey floor.

Karen's Kitchen and Double Bathroom Remodel

McLennan Contracting, Inc.

St. Andrew Suited Home

Janus Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Calgary with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Provencial Style Renovation - before & after

A-Interior Designs

This is an example of a mediterranean kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, green cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige splashback, brick splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, red floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchen with Laminate Benchtops and Brick 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!