This is an example of a small scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Wash Park Tudor Kitchen

Elizabeth P. Lord Residential Design LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped separate kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

SNVT - ATTICO MILANO

Tommaso Giunchi Architetti

la cucina del piano attico è con isola in legno chiaro e marmo di carrara, pensili bianco laccato. Colonna mascherata con libreria verticale. Pareti zona scale in verde. Pavimento in rovere termo-trattato scuro. Cucina di Cesar Cucine

Bohemian Rhapsody

NUMI Build

This is an example of a small country l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, orange splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Lincoln Park Renovation

Devon Grace Interiors

A beverage fridge, filtered water faucet, and open shelves for glassware are a few of the key features in this butler’s pantry.
Design ideas for a modern kitchen pantry in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Oakland Kitchen Remodel

BuildMark, Inc.

Design ideas for a large scandinavian u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Roanoke Four Square Reimagined

CIRCLE Design Studio

Inspiration for a large transitional kitchen in Other with light wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Reforma Integral de Vivienda SFS

Estudio Astiz

Cocina con isla central abierta al salón por cuatro correderas de vidrio con perfilería negra.
Inspiration for a large modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Madrid with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Eclectic And Beautiful Open Dining and Entertaining Area

309design

An urban townhome gets a sophisticated farmhouse influenced makeover. This home had a small, closed off kitchen which was not functional for this busy family. By removing the wall to the dining room the house is open from front to back, creating a large, open space for family fun, dining and entertainment. The kitchen features contrasting cabinets with a light wood finish on the base cabinets contrasting with white uppers. The butler's pantry area features glass front cabinets to keep the space open and airy. Marble backsplash with a contrasting patterned backsplash accent at the microwave bar adds texture, color and interest. The peninsula is perfect for entertaining and features a farmhouse sink and rustic pendant lighting. The kitchen opens to the dining room and the great room. This has become a beautiful, functional kitchen and entertainment space for a family on the go.

Potrero Hill House & Studio

Cathie Hong Interiors

This young married couple enlisted our help to update their recently purchased condo into a brighter, open space that reflected their taste. They traveled to Copenhagen at the onset of their trip, and that trip largely influenced the design direction of their home, from the herringbone floors to the Copenhagen-based kitchen cabinetry. We blended their love of European interiors with their Asian heritage and created a soft, minimalist, cozy interior with an emphasis on clean lines and muted palettes.

Classic Indiana Limestone Ranch

Susan Yeley Homes

Hidden in this near westside neighborhood of modest midcentury ranches is a multi-acre back yard that feels worlds away from the hustle of the city. These homeowners knew they had a gem, but their cramped and dim interior and lack of outdoor living space kept them from the full enjoyment of it. They said they wanted us to design them a deck and screen porch; we replied, "sure! but don't you want a better connection to that luscious outdoor space from the inside, too?" The whole back of the house was eventually transformed, inside and out. We opened up and united the former kitchen and dining, and took over an extra bedroom for a semi-open tv room that is tucked behind a built-in bar. Light now streams in through windows and doors and skylights that weren't there before. Simple, natural materials tie to the expansive yard and huge trees beyond the deck and also provide a quiet backdrop for the homeowners' colorful boho style and enviable collection of house plants. Contractor: Sharp Designs, Inc. Cabinetry: Richland Cabinetry Photographer: Sarah Shields

Дом с потайной лестницей

goro_da

Large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Saint Petersburg with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor, white benchtop and wood.

Gamma Beta

Josh Wynne Construction

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and timber.

Kitchen

Great Rooms Building Group

This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, exposed beam and white splashback.

Kitchen

Sadie & Co

This is an example of a large transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Playa Del Rey, Kitchen Design

Anna Design LLC

Slik modern kitchen with waterfall island. Beautiful house by the beach.
Photo of a large modern galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

TCD Two Story

TCD Homes

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Ukiyo

Unique Homestays

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style single-wall open plan kitchen in Cornwall with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, window splashback, panelled appliances, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel - White Lake, MI

User

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Glass House with Pool Views

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Inspiration for a large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets and White 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!