This is an example of a large beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

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Kitchen & Bath Design + Construction

The kitchen was opened up to the adjacent dining room to provide a causal eat-in area. Photos by Chrissy Racho.
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Bridgeport with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, yellow floor and black benchtop.

Chalet Franco-Suisse l'authenticité des pays froids

User

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Dijon with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Menlo Park Kitchen, Guest Bathroom and Master Bathroom Remodel

Nash Design Studio

This is an example of a large arts and crafts u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Chelsea Townhouse

Studio Bua

Situated within a Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea conservation area, this unique home was most recently remodelled in the 1990s by the Manser Practice and is comprised of two perpendicular townhouses connected by an L-shaped glazed link. Initially tasked with remodelling the house’s living, dining and kitchen areas, Studio Bua oversaw a seamless extension and refurbishment of the wider property, including rear extensions to both townhouses, as well as a replacement of the glazed link between them. The design, which responds to the client’s request for a soft, modern interior that maximises available space, was led by Studio Bua’s ex-Manser Practice principal Mark Smyth. It combines a series of small-scale interventions, such as a new honed slate fireplace, with more significant structural changes, including the removal of a chimney and threading through of a new steel frame. Studio Bua, who were eager to bring new life to the space while retaining its original spirit, selected natural materials such as oak and marble to bring warmth and texture to the otherwise minimal interior. Also, rather than use a conventional aluminium system for the glazed link, the studio chose to work with specialist craftsmen to create a link in lacquered timber and glass. The scheme also includes the addition of a stylish first-floor terrace, which is linked to the refurbished living area by a large sash window and features a walk-on rooflight that brings natural light to the redesigned master suite below. In the master bedroom, a new limestone-clad bathtub and bespoke vanity unit are screened from the main bedroom by a floor-to-ceiling partition, which doubles as hanging space for an artwork. Studio Bua’s design also responds to the client’s desire to find new opportunities to display their art collection. To create the ideal setting for artist Craig-Martin’s neon pink steel sculpture, the studio transformed the boiler room roof into a raised plinth, replaced the existing rooflight with modern curtain walling and worked closely with the artist to ensure the lighting arrangement perfectly frames the artwork. Contractor: John F Patrick Structural engineer: Aspire Consulting Photographer: Andy Matthews

Rammed earth custom home

Genyou Builders

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, limestone splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop and vaulted.

Traditional Cherry Kitchen

Wm. H. Fry Construction Company

Traditional kitchen with cherry beaded inset cabinets, copper sink, and drawer refrigerator.
Expansive traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Magenta

Lou - Toinon

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Paris with yellow cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, no island, white benchtop, a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Laleham Village Project

Christopher David Design

Designed by our passionate team of designers. We were approached to extend and renovate this property in a small riverside village. Taking strong ques from Japanese design to influence the interior layout and architectural details.

Preston Haven

The Hill Group

Large modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, limestone splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Port Dalhousie Home

Thorpe Concepts

Two-toned white and navy blue transitional kitchen with brass hardware and accents. Custom Cabinetry: Thorpe Concepts Photography: Young Glass Photography

Mid-Century Modern home remodel

John Webb Construction and Design

Here is an architecturally built house from the early 1970's which was brought into the new century during this complete home remodel by opening up the main living space with two small additions off the back of the house creating a seamless exterior wall, dropping the floor to one level throughout, exposing the post an beam supports, creating main level on-suite, den/office space, refurbishing the existing powder room, adding a butlers pantry, creating an over sized kitchen with 17' island, refurbishing the existing bedrooms and creating a new master bedroom floor plan with walk in closet, adding an upstairs bonus room off an existing porch, remodeling the existing guest bathroom, and creating an in-law suite out of the existing workshop and garden tool room.

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Laura Burton Interiors

An Indoor Lady
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Austin with shaker cabinets, beige splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood floors.

ЧАСТНАЯ КВАРТИРА 140 м2, Москва, Большая Татарская

Nina Zaytseva

Inspiration for a mid-sized galley open plan kitchen in Moscow with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, with island, beige floor, limestone benchtops, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood floors.

Let There Be Light Kitchen

Home Makeover AZ

This Kitchen was inefficient before. The island was big and bulky, and created a huge traffic jam before. By removing a big window where the refrigerator was, and adding a new access to the backyard, this kitchen completely opened up! Paint color - Woodrow Wilson Putty - Valspar Floors: Engineered hardwood Backsplash: Gris Et Blanc Baroque - Dal Tile Antique Mirror Panes: Mystic Antique Mirror Finish Sink: Whitehaven Undermount Farmhouse Apron-Front Cast Iron 33 in. Single Basin Kitchen Sink in Thunder Grey Faucet: Kohler Artifacts single-handle bar sink faucet with 13-1/16" swing spout

Englewood Colorado Mountain Style Kitchen

Ulrich Inc

Ulrich Designer: Aparna Vijayan Photography by Peter Rymwid This kitchen, created for an Englewood family's newly constructed tudor style home, was inspired by the homeowners' numerous family vacations to the Colorado Rockies. They wanted their very own "Rockies style chalet". Designer Aparna Vijayan describes it as "rustic-formal". There are innumerable design features: custom color cabinets, a custom antique copper and bronze hood, slate countertops in the perimeter and island, a peruvian walnut wood countertop in the eating area of the island, exposed beams in the high ceiling, brick work in ceiling, and reclaimed wood flooring, to name some of them. The homeowners also wanted to have, and Aparna delivered, tons of state of the art appliances and large areas for gathering and entertaining. ...Wonder if there are skis behind the door of that armoire - oh, just the fridge and freezer! Still, a chance for snow!

APPARTEMENT ASSAS

VITTORIA RIZZOLI ARCHITECTE

La cuisine est indépendante. Les meubles de la cuisine ont été réalisés en bois massif de chêne et le plan de travail avec la crédence sont en granit noir brillant du Zimbabwe. Le plan de travail épouse la forme irrégulière de la pièce. Tout l’électroménager est caché dans le mobilier et un faux tiroir se transforme en tirette pour les repas._Vittoria Rizzoli / Photos : Cecilia Garroni-Parisi.

無垢の木のキッチンリフォーム

株式会社モスハウス田端

レイアウトはそのままに、壁付けのキッチン自然素材でオーダーメイドリフォーム。ワークトップは天然の御影石。水や熱にも強く、耐久性も抜群です。キャビネットは無垢のパイン材（節無し）引出しの内部まで天然の木材でつくっています。壁にはサンゴや貝の化石が入ったコーラルストーン（石灰岩）を張り、明るく爽やかなキッチンに生まれ変わりました。

Morgan Hill Wine Country Lodge

Monsen Collins Builders

Kitchen eat-in off of kitchen
Photo of a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

Reforma integral de vivienda en Leioa

Efecto 3 Diseño e Interiorismo

Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Bilbao with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and beige benchtop.

Kitchen with Limestone Splashback and Light Hardwood 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!