Thick concrete kitchen countertops for a container house in West Boulder really set off the playful and funky, yet industrial feel of the unique house. Rather than trying to hide the seams we decided to celebrate them and incorporate them into the design by adding strips of the same maple ply that the cabinets were made out of.

Cuisines en béton ciré

MATIERES MARIUS AURENTI

Cuisine en béton ciré gris Perle Marius Aurenti. Réalisation Nancy Geernaert.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Grenoble with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances and concrete floors.

Kitchens

Grossmueller's Design Consultants

Small eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a double-bowl sink, soapstone benchtops, panelled appliances, concrete floors, a peninsula and grey floor.

Meals in Minutes, Industrial Kitchen Set

Tierney Kitchens

Interior Designer: Alannah Monks Kitchen for Donal Skehan’s new television show, Meals in Minutes The brief was simple; use the industrial space available to it’s fullest potential while also creating a space that was homely, eclectic, earth inspired, and functional. We created a space that showcased natural textures and fibres, earth inspired colour tones, and industrial finishes to imitate a loft like home. The kitchen itself takes centre stage in the show, second only to it’s star Donal. We wanted to create a modern and functional space, I envisioned raw oak finishes teamed with mottled concrete counters to mirror the polished concrete flooring available to us in the warehouse. I immediately turned to Tierney Kitchens, having worked with them on previous projects and always been impressed with the results. Together TK designer Joanne Powderly and I trawled through samples, meticulously measured, and formulated the dream kitchen; a limed oak handless door, open shelving, with dark inset sink and matching laminate counter. For the island we worked tirelessly to build the perfect workspace for Donal, and topped it off with an amazing polished concrete counter made bespoke by the fantastic Concrete Design Studios based in Ashbourne, Co Meath. To accentuate the direction of the grain in the doors, we chose to fit out the kitchen with two stack drawers, keeping clean lines central to this kitchen’s aesthetic. This is also mimicked in the fantastic 3 metre wide open shelving running across the faux brick backsplash of the set. The kitchen is styled with a mixutre of props and pieces from Donal’s own home in order to make the set feel authentic. The natural materials and warm colour palette help contribute to this warm and homely aesthetic. Similarly our faux courtyard and crittal windows throw the light across the kitchen beautifully, giving the set movement and a genuine impression of being a working, living kitchen.

South Hero, VT Lake House

Ryan Bent Photography

Open floor plan that flows from the kitchen to the dining and living area.
Inspiration for a small industrial u-shaped open plan kitchen in Burlington with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Fleischauer Net Zero Farm Cottage

Arielle C. Schechter, AIA

The great room has the kitchen portion on the east, with a huge window to the forest on that side. The white subway tile is grouted with dark grout and continue up to 8' on the wall. Duffy Healey, photographer.

Wray Crescent

Blakes London

Malcolm Menzies - 82mm Photography
Design ideas for a large scandinavian open plan kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, concrete floors and with island.

Un Haussmannien Wabi-sabi à Paris

Projet Wabi-sabi

Une cuisine relookée en okoumé clair, béton ciré blanc, carrelage et plan de travail blancs, chaises Marcel Breuer, table Knoll, suspension chinée en osier

GDM House - Vicenza

ThoDes Interior Design Studios

Grande e spaziosa cucina, caratterizzata dalla grande isola centrale con piano ad induzione e lavabo, grandi colonne dietro con forno e microonde e zona laterale di lavoro con frigorigero free standing

Harvard ADU

Lewis / Schoeplein architects

Inspiration for a small scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

TCON144, Ivanhoe East

TCON

Builder - TCON Group Architect - Pleysier Perkins Photo - Michael Kai
Photo of a large modern galley open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, light wood cabinets, window splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Mid Century Magic

Just the Thing Decorating, Staging, and Windows

The family who has owned this home for twenty years was ready for modern update! Concrete floors were restained and cedar walls were kept intact, but kitchen was completely updated with high end appliances and sleek cabinets, and brand new furnishings were added to showcase the couple's favorite things. Troy Grant, Epic Photo

CLB Network - Showcase Builders - Kingsland, TX - 2

41 West

About This Project: This cozy lakefront home is the perfect place to enjoy all that lake life has to offer. With plenty of room to entertain, play and relax, it’s the perfect spot for a family getaway or a romantic weekend escape. The expansive deck overlooking the lake is the perfect place to enjoy a morning cup of coffee or an evening glass of wine, and the large dock is great for swimming, fishing and boating. Inside, the comfortable living room with its wood-burning fireplace is the perfect place to curl up with a good book or watch a movie. And when it’s time to retire for the night, the spacious bedrooms with their views of the lake will ensure a good night’s sleep. So come and experience all that lake life has to offer at this cozy lakefront home. 41 West is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, 41 West is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information.

Twin Peaks Passive House + ADU

Bellingham Bay Builders

The Twin Peaks Passive House + ADU was designed and built to remain resilient in the face of natural disasters. Fortunately, the same great building strategies and design that provide resilience also provide a home that is incredibly comfortable and healthy while also visually stunning. This home’s journey began with a desire to design and build a house that meets the rigorous standards of Passive House. Before beginning the design/ construction process, the homeowners had already spent countless hours researching ways to minimize their global climate change footprint. As with any Passive House, a large portion of this research was focused on building envelope design and construction. The wall assembly is combination of six inch Structurally Insulated Panels (SIPs) and 2x6 stick frame construction filled with blown in insulation. The roof assembly is a combination of twelve inch SIPs and 2x12 stick frame construction filled with batt insulation. The pairing of SIPs and traditional stick framing allowed for easy air sealing details and a continuous thermal break between the panels and the wall framing. Beyond the building envelope, a number of other high performance strategies were used in constructing this home and ADU such as: battery storage of solar energy, ground source heat pump technology, Heat Recovery Ventilation, LED lighting, and heat pump water heating technology. In addition to the time and energy spent on reaching Passivhaus Standards, thoughtful design and carefully chosen interior finishes coalesce at the Twin Peaks Passive House + ADU into stunning interiors with modern farmhouse appeal. The result is a graceful combination of innovation, durability, and aesthetics that will last for a century to come. Despite the requirements of adhering to some of the most rigorous environmental standards in construction today, the homeowners chose to certify both their main home and their ADU to Passive House Standards. From a meticulously designed building envelope that tested at 0.62 ACH50, to the extensive solar array/ battery bank combination that allows designated circuits to function, uninterrupted for at least 48 hours, the Twin Peaks Passive House has a long list of high performance features that contributed to the completion of this arduous certification process. The ADU was also designed and built with these high standards in mind. Both homes have the same wall and roof assembly ,an HRV, and a Passive House Certified window and doors package. While the main home includes a ground source heat pump that warms both the radiant floors and domestic hot water tank, the more compact ADU is heated with a mini-split ductless heat pump. The end result is a home and ADU built to last, both of which are a testament to owners’ commitment to lessen their impact on the environment.

The Cube

We3 Dwellings

Fully integrated kitchen with hidden access to walk through pantry. 18' high ceilings with 16' length of cabinetry
Photo of a large modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Oklahoma City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary Neighbors - #2

Parsons Construction Inc

Eugene Michel
Design ideas for a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

The Shack Attack

We Are In Our Element

Brian Smirke
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, concrete floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

West Coast Modern

The Artisans Group, Inc.

An open floor plan that revels in high ceilings and clerestory driven natural light, this home was designed to be a source of calm and stability in the midst of a busy life. Photos by: Poppi Photography

David Salle residence, Brooklyn

christian hubert studio

Salle kitchen. Custom cabinets by Tom Brokish. Photo elizabeth Felicella.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, multi-coloured floor, mosaic tile splashback, grey benchtop and concrete floors.

Day Haus

Engelman Construction Ltd

Wood Veneer Kitchen with large island for entertaining. The dining area extends beyond the island to the wetbar.
Inspiration for a small modern galley eat-in kitchen in Edmonton with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

Kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets and Concrete 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!