Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, medium hardwood floors, no island, glass benchtops, glass tile splashback and panelled appliances.

Kitchens

Twisted River Woodworks LLC

Natural Birch Craftsman style kitchen cabinets.
Design ideas for a large arts and crafts u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Malibu Beachfront Contemporary

JRP Design & Remodel

Our clients are seasoned home renovators. Their Malibu oceanside property was the second project JRP had undertaken for them. After years of renting and the age of the home, it was becoming prevalent the waterfront beach house, needed a facelift. Our clients expressed their desire for a clean and contemporary aesthetic with the need for more functionality. After a thorough design process, a new spatial plan was essential to meet the couple’s request. This included developing a larger master suite, a grander kitchen with seating at an island, natural light, and a warm, comfortable feel to blend with the coastal setting. Demolition revealed an unfortunate surprise on the second level of the home: Settlement and subpar construction had allowed the hillside to slide and cover structural framing members causing dangerous living conditions. Our design team was now faced with the challenge of creating a fix for the sagging hillside. After thorough evaluation of site conditions and careful planning, a new 10’ high retaining wall was contrived to be strategically placed into the hillside to prevent any future movements. With the wall design and build completed — additional square footage allowed for a new laundry room, a walk-in closet at the master suite. Once small and tucked away, the kitchen now boasts a golden warmth of natural maple cabinetry complimented by a striking center island complete with white quartz countertops and stunning waterfall edge details. The open floor plan encourages entertaining with an organic flow between the kitchen, dining, and living rooms. New skylights flood the space with natural light, creating a tranquil seaside ambiance. New custom maple flooring and ceiling paneling finish out the first floor. Downstairs, the ocean facing Master Suite is luminous with breathtaking views and an enviable bathroom oasis. The master bath is modern and serene, woodgrain tile flooring and stunning onyx mosaic tile channel the golden sandy Malibu beaches. The minimalist bathroom includes a generous walk-in closet, his & her sinks, a spacious steam shower, and a luxurious soaking tub. Defined by an airy and spacious floor plan, clean lines, natural light, and endless ocean views, this home is the perfect rendition of a contemporary coastal sanctuary. PROJECT DETAILS: • Style: Contemporary • Colors: White, Beige, Yellow Hues • Countertops: White Ceasarstone Quartz • Cabinets: Bellmont Natural finish maple; Shaker style • Hardware/Plumbing Fixture Finish: Polished Chrome • Lighting Fixtures: Pendent lighting in Master bedroom, all else recessed • Flooring: Hardwood - Natural Maple Tile – Ann Sacks, Porcelain in Yellow Birch • Tile/Backsplash: Glass mosaic in kitchen • Other Details: Bellevue Stand Alone Tub Photographer: Andrew, Open House VC

Sleek and Inviting Modern Luxury

Six Walls Interior Design

Weymarnphoto.com
Photo of an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Timeless Transitional Kitchen - Yorba Linda

Le Gourmet Kitchen Ltd.

This transitional kitchen design in Yorba Linda has a timeless quality that proves great design never goes out of style. The warm, light wood finish Woodmode and Brookhaven custom maple cabinetry with stainless steel appliances and sleek accessories creates the ideal combination of traditional and modern features. The L-shaped kitchen includes raised panel perimeter and island cabinetry, packed with plenty of storage, including a customized cat and dog bowl station that tucks away when not in use. A Cheng concrete countertop and custom backsplash design add color and texture, along with the Le Gourmet custom plaster hood and a black Franke farmhouse sink with a Grohe faucet. The stainless appliances include a Wolf double oven and range and a Sub-Zero glass front refrigerator. Photos by Greg Seltzer

Clean Design Gourmet Kitchen

Bright Wood Works, Inc

Veneer matched wood with white accent counter and top drawer
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, glass tile splashback, black appliances, marble floors, with island and beige floor.

Guest Suite Pasadena

Fong Concepts Interior Design

Inspiration for a small modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island and beige floor.

Modern Kitchen

Modern galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

Modern-Inspired Country Home

Jason Thomas Homes LLC

This is an example of a large modern l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, black benchtop, solid surface benchtops and brown floor.

Caitlin Cabinets

Panache Inspiration Center

Kitchen storage to fit the space.
This is an example of a mid-sized modern u-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Las Palmas

Holehouse Construction Company

Design ideas for a large tropical u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and beige floor.

light house

Proform Builds

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Time For a Change

Julie Piesz Interiors, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Contemporary Rift Cut White Oak Kitchen Cabinets

Marin Cabinet Studio, Inc

Sean Malone Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

The House That Patience Built

McCabe By Design LLC

This open plan kitchen provides ample space for family members and guests to participate in meal preparation and celebrations. The dishwasher, warming drawer and refrigerator are some what incognito with their matching cabinet panel exteriors. The kitchen appliances collection is rounded out with a speed cook oven, convection wall oven, induction cooktop, downdraft ventilation and a under counter wine and beverage fridge. Contrasting cabinet and countertop finishes and the non-traditional glass tile backsplash add to the soothing, textural finishes in this kitchen.

One Sunset Residence, Camano Island WA.

Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Kitchen looking toward dining/living space.
This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, black benchtop and wood.

Salt Lake Mid Mod

cityhomeCOLLECTIVE

Fully custom kitchen remodel with red marble countertops, red Fireclay tile backsplash, white Fisher + Paykel appliances, and a custom wrapped brass vent hood. Pendant lights by Anna Karlin, styling and design by cityhomeCOLLECTIVE

Stunning Kitchen Remodel and Decor in McLean Virginia

Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Blue Flower 3cm Polished Granite

Quality Tile Company, Inc.

Countertops: Blue Flower 3cm polished granite with a pencil edge Items supplied by Quality Tile: Backsplash: AKDO Dove Grey 3" x 12" & 3" x 6" clear glass tile Backsplash Accent: Lunada Bay Tile Agate 1/2" x 4" Brick, Bari, Silk tile Sink: Nantucket Sinks USA SR3018-16 gauge sink, strainer basket, and grid

Modern Frontier- Texas Ranch House

Mary Anne Smiley Interiors

Danny Piassick
Expansive midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island and brown floor.

Kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets and Glass Tile 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!