This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and beige benchtop.

Contemporary Kitchen

Design ideas for a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, beige benchtop, vaulted and marble benchtops.

This Is The One

G&M Craftsman Cabinets

Returning clients are our favourite clients. The journey we have been on with these clients is we started on a smaller project, and over time they have ended up moving into their dream home on their dream property, and of course, they need their dream kitchen! Drawing inspiration from Hampton and Country styles, we worked with the client to combine these elements into this beautiful and inviting space where the family can make memories for years to come. Some of the big features like the piece of Santorini Quartzite Natural Stone in Honed Finish on the island bench and Nostalgie Series Appliances by ILVE make this kitchen personal and individual to the owners taste. There is something so humbling about a client coming back time and time again entrusting us with their next project, and this one was a great honour to be a part of.

Gated development of new build luxury family homes

User

We wanted to create a space where all the family would could get together and enjoy or entertain friends. We designed a warm palette of taupes, creams and brass fittings. The quartz surfaces gave the kitchen a beautiful gloss finish with the wood panelling to the front of the island the perfect finishing and unique touch.

Кухонная зона

Alexandra Protasova

This is an example of a contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Novosibirsk with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor, beige benchtop, timber, solid surface benchtops and black appliances.

Flawless Farmhouse

Fresh Air Designs, Inc.

This stunning English farmhouse kitchen is the definition of classic charm. The neutral tones of the beaded inset beige cabinetry are perfectly accented by the antique brass hardware. Complete with a paneled cabinet door for the refrigerator, the simplicity of this kitchen is focused on the large open and inviting design. WIth blending complementary colors, this farmhouse kitchen is understated yet crisp in its presentation of beauty.

Coyote Creek

KAM Designs

Inspiration for a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Jackson with quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood floors, with island and beige benchtop.

Apartamento en el barrio de La Latina

id.real

Design ideas for a scandinavian u-shaped kitchen in Madrid with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Modern Rustic Island Kitchen

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

This absolutely stunning cottage kitchen will catch your eye from the moment you set foot in the front door. Situated on an island up in the Muskoka region, this cottage is bathed in natural light, cooled by soothing cross-breezes off the lake, and surrounded by greenery outside the windows covering almost every wall. The distressed and antiqued spanish cedar cabinets and island are complemented by white quartz countertops and a fridge and pantry finished with antiqued white panels. Ambient lighting, fresh flowers, and a set of classic, wooden stools add to the warmth and character of this fabulous hosting space - perfect for the beautiful family who lives there!⠀

Custom White Raised panel cabinets

Otero Signature Homes

Design ideas for a large l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cleveland with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Mont d'Or

Jérôme Pantalacci

Jérôme Pantalacci
Design ideas for a contemporary galley kitchen in Lyon with black cabinets, wood benchtops, light hardwood floors, with island, flat-panel cabinets, grey splashback, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Craftsman Kitchen in Farmington, MI

Dream Kitchens

Photo of a large arts and crafts l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

VS Designs Projects

VS Designs Inc.

Small transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Whitewater Retreat

Geneva Cabinet Company, LLC

GENEVA CABINET COMPANY, LLC., Lake Geneva, WI., -What better way to reflect your lake location than with a splash of blue. This kitchen pairs the bold Naval finish from Shiloh Cabinetry with a bright rim of Polar White Upper cabinets. All is balanced with the warmth of their Maple Gunstock finish on the wine/beverage bar and the subtle texture of Shiplap walls.

French Country Kitchen

Wendy Glaister Interiors

Mark Verschelden
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sacramento with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Portage Bay New Home Build

BrightWork Builders

Inspiration for a scandinavian u-shaped kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Traditional French Country Kitchen Remodel

The Cleary Company

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Sandringham Road

Gresford Architects Ltd

Mid-sized scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Oxfordshire with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, light hardwood floors, an undermount sink, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Beautiful Belle Vista

Erin Hurst, CKD

Crestwood Cabinetry. Breckenridge door style, Knotty Alder wood, Sand stain with Black accent glaze.
Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige benchtop.

Cortijo

Tom Meaney Architect, AIA

Quartzite topped breakfast bar connects living room to kitchen.
Photo of a large mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchen with Light Hardwood Floors and Beige Benchtop 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!