Large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Stuttgart with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, black appliances, linoleum floors, with island and beige floor.

Perfekte Kombination: Schwarze Linoleumfront und Wandpaneele aus Nussbaum

Küchen-Atelier Hamburg

This is an example of an expansive contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Hamburg with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, linoleum floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

True Blue Kitchen

ReNew Creations LLC

Grant Mott Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, glass benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, linoleum floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Cabinetry Painting

R&J Painting LLC

Upon completion of complete Cleaning and Degreasing of all Cabinetry and Drawers. Sprayed Kitchen Cabinets and Drawers to a Factory-Like Finish. Reinstalled all Cabinets, Drawers and Hardware.

Custom kitchen in Forest Hill, Toronto

Devix Kitchens

Custom kitchen in Forest Hill, Toronto
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white appliances, linoleum floors, no island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Completed Projects

Emiliano Construction Corp

This is an example of a small arts and crafts u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Project 2826-2 Tudor Craftsman Kitchen Remodel South Minneapolis

Castle Building & Remodeling

This 1926 Tudor home not only needed a larger kitchen but the homeowners wanted to find a way to open their kitchen up to the dining room, without losing cabinet or countertop space. Expanding the kitchen with a 4’ x 6’ addition allowed for significantly more cabinet space, as well as an eat-in dining area. All new custom Alder cabinetry was designed to take advantage of every square foot of space. A unique tile backsplash configuration accents Soapstone countertops and stainless steel appliances. A durable and playful Marmoleum floor provides a perfect contrast to the cabinetry and countertops, as well as the classic wide Oak casings and baseboards. Castle also created an enlarged opening to the dining room that brings the kitchen and dining spaces together without sacrificing functionality. Designed by Mark Benzell

More Completed Projects

Advanced Interiors Kitchen and Bath

Mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island and beige floor.

galley gathering

Mountainwood Homes

The kitchen is now fully functional with smart storage solutions and a neutral color palette. Photo by Vern Uyetake
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley separate kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, a peninsula, subway tile splashback and beige floor.

Holliday Residence - Key West

IMAC Design & Stone Fabrication

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Old York Road Home

Blue Stone Staging & Design Company

Inspiration for a traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white appliances, linoleum floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Style Ethnic chic pour la rénovation d'un appartement avec conception de cuisine

Agence BFB, Décoration d'intérieur

cuisine ouverte sur le salon en décloisonnant les espaces pour gagner de la place et offrant ainsi un véritable plan de travail et 4 places assises
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Rennes with light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, linoleum floors, with island and beige floor.

TTR Home

Countrywide Construction & Design LLC

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island, beige floor, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

Transitional kitchen that's small on space but big on style.

Stephen Graver

Our client was looking to create a traditional kitchen with a contemporary twist, a design that maximised storage in a relatively small space. We were to incorporate an existing freestanding oven and the client was keen on a Fisher & Paykel fridge freezer. The combination of the shaker-style cabinetry and the high-gloss porcelain worktops give a clean, crisp finish and meets the contemporary design brief. On the opposite side of the room we converted a tall built-in cupboard that included a bespoke dog bed for their six year old Cocker Spaniel. We installed the internal window to allow light to flood the hall and stairs, but also to give another perspective within the room. The addition of the dining table, mirror and light fitting compliment the space perfectly, and help to achieve an overall result of room that's both warm and welcoming and meets the client brief completely.

West Chester Kitchen Remodel in Cherry

Chester County Kitchen & Bath

For this traditional kitchen remodel the clients chose Fieldstone cabinets in the Bainbridge door in Cherry wood with Toffee stain. This gave the kitchen a timeless warm look paired with the great new Fusion Max flooring in Chambord. Fusion Max flooring is a great real wood alternative. The flooring has the look and texture of actual wood while providing all the durability of a vinyl floor. This flooring is also more affordable than real wood. It looks fantastic! (Stop in our showroom to see it in person!) The Cambria quartz countertops in Canterbury add a natural stone look with the easy maintenance of quartz. We installed a built in butcher block section to the island countertop to make a great prep station for the cook using the new 36” commercial gas range top. We built a big new walkin pantry and installed plenty of shelving and countertop space for storage.

Floating Shelves & Pantry

Trudel & Co. Interior Design

This Centennial NDG home was ready for a refresh with an environmentally friendly flair. Custom flat panel cabinets warmed by the introduction of Bamboo panels for the island, the shelves and the table, keep this kitchen fresh and inviting to a busy family of four and their dog. Marmolueum floors in neutral tones were installed to emphasize the extra long, multi-task island. Prep, work and eat, this kitchen is a welcome space while families are staying in together and a great solution to inviting a few extra friends.

Team 7 - Wir lieben Holz!

Concept Naturhaus Küchen

Design ideas for an expansive contemporary open plan kitchen in Hanover with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island and beige floor.

Catalina Drive

Integri Kitchens

Cabinets Provided by Westridge Cabinets. Doorstyle: Denton 3. Species: Perimeter - Paint grade HWD; Island - Maple Colour: Perimeter - Slate; Island - Mattrone Countertops provided by PF Custom Countertops Hanstone Quartz - Empress

Mulmur Kitchen

Croma Design Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, flat-panel cabinets, linoleum floors and beige floor.

Perfekte Kombination: Schwarze Linoleumfront und Wandpaneele aus Nussbaum

Küchen-Atelier Hamburg

Expansive contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Hamburg with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, linoleum floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Linoleum Floors and Beige Floor 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!