PB Kitchen Design showroom. Conference Room featuring Sub Zero column refrigerator and matching door that leads to pantry. White wainscot paneling to match refrigerator paneling and trim. Butler's Pantry in soft willow green on black slate floor.

Country Chic

Ourso Designs

Photo of an expansive country eat-in kitchen in New Orleans with beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and multiple islands.

Painted island

Healey Custom Cabinetry LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, granite benchtops, slate floors, with island, light wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances.

Modern Transformation of Century-old Belmont MA House

Reverse Architecture

Kitchen in the owner's unit of a multi-family house renovation in Belmont, Massachusetts. Light filters down from a skylight above the exposed beams of the kitchen. This space above the beams rises up to another skylight at the peak of the roof which can be opened to induce natural airflow throughout the house. Because of an intentionally designed passive ventilation system, in which the form of the interior is shaped around air flow, the home can be comfortably ventilated with cool night air and does not require air conditioning. Photo by Reverse Architecture

Modern Maplewood -

Clawson Architects, LLC

Kitchen renovation took into account the owners collections of original mid century modern furnishings. Globe Lighting fixtures were recycled from a building being demolished in the area and used in several areal of the home. A wall toaster remains as a relic of days gone by.

Sugar Bush House

Bluetime Collaborative

kitchen in the Sugar Bush House. Richlite counters, cabinets made with plywood by a local craftsman, maple floors, a Rais woodstove.
Photo of a small modern galley open plan kitchen in Boston with light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, slate floors, black floor and black benchtop.

Hillcrest Kitchen Remodel

G. Christianson Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a small country galley eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, no island, blue benchtop and wood.

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

Park Slope

MPD Design Build Inc.

Inspiration for a small modern u-shaped kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, slate floors, no island and grey floor.

Charlestown Tiny Kitchen

Divine Design Center

Charlestown, MA Tiny Kitchen Designer: Samantha Demarco Photography by Keitaro Yoshioka
Small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, a peninsula and multi-coloured floor.

Stacked Slate backsplash

User

A modern look was wanted to renovate their kitchen on a budget. We installed granite Tile countertops with an edge profile. And then topped the wall backsplash with some stacked slate. The existing cabinets were left in and the doors got sanded and refinished and new knob hardware was added. Recessed lighting was installed underneath the wall cabinetry.

Brooklyn Townhouse

Urban Homes - Innovative Design for Kitchen & Bath

Rafi Elbaz
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Kingston

Hudson Valley Tile Installation

Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, slate floors, with island and grey floor.

A Modern Kitchen for a Retreat in the Woods

Amazing Spaces

This is a great house. Perched high on a private, heavily wooded site, it has a rustic contemporary aesthetic. Vaulted ceilings, sky lights, large windows and natural materials punctuate the main spaces. The existing large format mosaic slate floor grabs your attention upon entering the home extending throughout the foyer, kitchen, and family room. Specific requirements included a larger island with workspace for each of the homeowners featuring a homemade pasta station which requires small appliances on lift-up mechanisms as well as a custom-designed pasta drying rack. Both chefs wanted their own prep sink on the island complete with a garbage “shoot” which we concealed below sliding cutting boards. A second and overwhelming requirement was storage for a large collection of dishes, serving platters, specialty utensils, cooking equipment and such. To meet those needs we took the opportunity to get creative with storage: sliding doors were designed for a coffee station adjacent to the main sink; hid the steam oven, microwave and toaster oven within a stainless steel niche hidden behind pantry doors; added a narrow base cabinet adjacent to the range for their large spice collection; concealed a small broom closet behind the refrigerator; and filled the only available wall with full-height storage complete with a small niche for charging phones and organizing mail. We added 48” high base cabinets behind the main sink to function as a bar/buffet counter as well as overflow for kitchen items. The client’s existing vintage commercial grade Wolf stove and hood commands attention with a tall backdrop of exposed brick from the fireplace in the adjacent living room. We loved the rustic appeal of the brick along with the existing wood beams, and complimented those elements with wired brushed white oak cabinets. The grayish stain ties in the floor color while the slab door style brings a modern element to the space. We lightened the color scheme with a mix of white marble and quartz countertops. The waterfall countertop adjacent to the dining table shows off the amazing veining of the marble while adding contrast to the floor. Special materials are used throughout, featured on the textured leather-wrapped pantry doors, patina zinc bar countertop, and hand-stitched leather cabinet hardware. We took advantage of the tall ceilings by adding two walnut linear pendants over the island that create a sculptural effect and coordinated them with the new dining pendant and three wall sconces on the beam over the main sink.

North Dallas Contemporary

Redstone Kitchens

This mid Century modern style kitchen blends perfectly with the rest of the home now after a major remodel. The cabinetry is a flat panel natural birds-eye maple mixed with a dark stained rift-cut oak veneer. Photo Credit by Costa Christ

Kinney Home

Debra Bracken Design

Mantle Hood with cabinets that go to the 10' ceiling. Design includes 48" Wolf Range with spice pull-outs on both sides, a Warming Drawer to the left and a Microwave Drawer on the right.

Trollstua (Troll's Den)

Winkelman Architecture

Trent Bell
Small country galley open plan kitchen in Portland Maine with a double-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, no island and grey floor.

Arts & Crafts Cottage

David Heide Design Studio

Architecture & Interior Design: David Heide Design Studio -- Photos: Susan Gilmore
This is an example of an arts and crafts u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and slate floors.

smith

User

Photo: William Dohe
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and with island.

Moderne Design-Holzküche

BAUR WohnFaszination GmbH

www.foto-und-design.com
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black appliances, slate floors, with island, black floor and black benchtop.

Kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets 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!