Painted and glazed raised panel French cabinets with stained alder sink cabinet. Limestone countertops with handmade subway tiles. Flooring is grey stranded bamboo. Built in dog bed and cookbook shelf. GE Monogram appliances. Cast iron door behind cooktop is from an old French stove. Restoration Hardware pulls and knobs. Large 2 level sink. Cabinet front dishwasher.

Küche / Küncheninsel

Eichenhaus AG

l: Die Korpusse sind in dunkler Betonoptik belegt und komplett grifflos: Sie werden mit einem Zug an den eingefrästen Leisten geöffnet, und mit einem kleinen Schubs in Soft-Close geschlossen. Die Arbeitsfläche ist mit einem passend-dunklen Naturstein belegt. Der integrierte Wrasen-Abzug (Dunst wird seitlich nach unten abgezogen) am Flächeninduktionskochfeld ist äußerst effektiv, und macht den klassischen Dunstabzug über dem Kopf überflüssig. Dadurch eröffnet sich ein freier Blick in den Ess- und Wohnbereich. Küchen- und Hochschrankzeile: Flächenbündige Hochschrankzeile mit einem Tandem-Apothekerschrank und hoch eingebauten Küchengeräten, weiß-ultramatt lackiert (Anti-Fingertouch).

Rhinebeck Addition

Demetriades + Walker

Photographer Peter Peirce
Large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Bridgeport with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island and beige floor.

Rough Old Glass

Ben Heath Interiors

Bespoke contemporary kitchen in a country residence in Berkshire fitted with Rough Old Glass splash back in Mercury. The units are in-frame bespoke ones from the Ben Heath Inkpen range - painted in Elephant's Breath. The worktop is Limestone. The ovens are fitted in and the left cabinet houses an integrated fridge freezer. Photos by Ben Heath

European Charm Meets Modern Kitchen

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

European charm meets a fully modern and super functional kitchen. This beautiful light and airy setting is perfect for cooking and entertaining. Wood beams and dark floors compliment the oversized island with farmhouse sink. Custom cabinetry is designed specifically with the cook in mind, featuring great storage and amazing extras. James Kruger, Landmark Photography & Design, LLP. Learn more about our showroom and kitchen and bath design: http://www.mingleteam.com

Kitchen Family Fare

Jane Ellison

Kitchen-Family Fare Kitchen features 10’ ceilings, limestone counters, and a cutting/work surface of African bubinga wood. The Venetian plaster range hood, simple cabinets and floating shelves evoke an Earthy English cottage. The easy-care “green” floor is renewable cork covered with polyurethane. “We need more green awareness. If it’s a product that holds up in my house, I feel comfortable recommending it to clients,” she says.

Broadway - Homewood AL

Jessica Conner Design & Co.

Design ideas for a transitional kitchen in Birmingham with limestone benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, shaker cabinets and grey cabinets.

Point Chev

Michael Cooper Architects

Mark Scowen
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Auckland with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Maidstone, die gemauerte Küche

British Stoves

Fotos: Gabriele Hartmann
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Dusseldorf with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, black appliances, limestone floors, with island and beige floor.

Westlake, TX: Modern Hill Country

PentaVia Custom Homes

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

White and Walnut in Westchester

Studio Dearborn

This spacious kitchen in Westchester County is flooded with light from huge windows on 3 sides of the kitchen plus two skylights in the vaulted ceiling. The dated kitchen was gutted and reconfigured to accommodate this large kitchen with crisp white cabinets and walls. Ship lap paneling on both walls and ceiling lends a casual-modern charm while stainless steel toe kicks, walnut accents and Pietra Cardosa limestone bring both cool and warm tones to this clean aesthetic. Kitchen design and custom cabinetry, built ins, walnut countertops and paneling by Studio Dearborn. Architect Frank Marsella. Interior design finishes by Tami Wassong Interior Design. Pietra cardosa limestone countertops and backsplash by Marble America. Appliances by Subzero; range hood insert by Best. Cabinetry color: Benjamin Moore Super White. Hardware by Top Knobs. Photography Adam Macchia.

Turnham Lane

Willow Homes

Custom cabinets with classic white subway tile really mixed well with the limestone countertops. This picture is slightly too far away to appreciate the quality of the cabinets. Photos: Kristie LaRochelle

FALL CITY Renovation

FINNE Architects

The Fall City Renovation began with a farmhouse on a hillside overlooking the Snoqualmie River valley, about 30 miles east of Seattle. On the main floor, the walls between the kitchen and dining room were removed, and a 25-ft. long addition to the kitchen provided a continuous glass ribbon around the limestone kitchen counter. The resulting interior has a feeling similar to a fire look-out tower in the national forest. Adding to the open feeling, a custom island table was created using reclaimed elm planks and a blackened steel base, with inlaid limestone around the sink area. Sensuous custom blown-glass light fixtures were hung over the existing dining table. The completed kitchen-dining space is serene, light-filled and dominated by the sweeping view of the Snoqualmie Valley. The second part of the renovation focused on the master bathroom. Similar to the design approach in the kitchen, a new addition created a continuous glass wall, with wonderful views of the valley. The blackened steel-frame vanity mirrors were custom-designed, and they hang suspended in front of the window wall. LED lighting has been integrated into the steel frames. The tub is perched in front of floor-to-ceiling glass, next to a curvilinear custom bench in Sapele wood and steel. Limestone counters and floors provide material continuity in the space. Sustainable design practice included extensive use of natural light to reduce electrical demand, low VOC paints, LED lighting, reclaimed elm planks at the kitchen island, sustainably harvested hardwoods, and natural stone counters. New exterior walls using 2x8 construction achieved 40% greater insulation value than standard wall construction. Photo: Benjamin Benschneider

Contemporary Country Craftsman

Sightline Construction

Mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

Upscale Contemporary

Arjay Builders Inc.

Large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Omaha with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, metallic splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Westlake, TX: Modern Hill Country

PentaVia Custom Homes

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Grayton Beach

Design and Dwell Homes LLC

Photo of a mid-sized beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, limestone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Custom Brookhaven Home

Vincent Longo Custom Builders

Willet Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with with island, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor and limestone benchtops.

Elegant Transitional Kitchen Remodel

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

Encinitas Kitchen Remodel highlights a spectacular mix of finishes bringing this transitional kitchen to life. A balance of wood and painted cabinetry for this Millennial Couple offers their family a kitchen that they can share with friends and family. The clients were certain what they wanted in their new kitchen, they choose Dacor appliances and specially wanted a refrigerator with furniture paneled doors. The only company that would create these refrigerator doors are a full eclipse style without a center bar was a custom cabinet company Ovation Cabinetry. The client had a clear vision about the finishes including the rich taupe painted cabinets which blend perfect with the glam backsplash.

White and Walnut in Westchester

Studio Dearborn

Kitchen with Limestone Benchtops 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!