Design ideas for a small country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with an undermount sink, pink cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, coloured appliances, linoleum floors, a peninsula, purple floor and grey benchtop.

Warm Wood Loves Colour

Rembrandt Renovations Ltd.

This is an example of a small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, black appliances, cork floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Rénovation complète d'un appartement

Jessica Harel

Un espace plan de travail créé sur mesure à l'aide de deux caissons de cuisine (Leroy Merlin) et un plan de travail découpé aux bonnes mesures.
This is an example of a small modern galley separate kitchen in Angers with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, linoleum floors, blue floor and brown benchtop.

Mid-century Preservation

Ashby Collective

Photo of a small midcentury u-shaped kitchen in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors, brown floor, beige benchtop and a peninsula.

Gray Compact Kitchen | Kimball Starr

Kimball Starr Interior Design

Small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, no island, brown floor, white benchtop and green splashback.

Project 3408-1 Scandinavian Kitchen Remodel w/ Custom Island on Wheels

Castle Building & Remodeling

This 1901-built bungalow in the Longfellow neighborhood of South Minneapolis was ready for a new functional kitchen. The homeowners love Scandinavian design, so the new space melds the bungalow home with Scandinavian design influences. A wall was removed between the existing kitchen and old breakfast nook for an expanded kitchen footprint. Marmoleum modular tile floor was installed in a custom pattern, as well as new windows throughout. New Crystal Cabinetry natural alder cabinets pair nicely with the Cambria quartz countertops in the Torquay design, and the new simple stacked ceramic backsplash. All new electrical and LED lighting throughout, along with windows on three walls create a wonderfully bright space. Sleek, stainless steel appliances were installed, including a Bosch induction cooktop. Storage components were included, like custom cabinet pull-outs, corner cabinet pull-out, spice racks, and floating shelves. One of our favorite features is the movable island on wheels that can be placed in the center of the room for serving and prep, OR it can pocket next to the southwest window for a cozy eat-in space to enjoy coffee and tea. Overall, the new space is simple, clean and cheerful. Minimal clean lines and natural materials are great in a Minnesotan home. Designed by: Emily Blonigen. See full details, including before photos at https://www.castlebri.com/kitchens/project-3408-1/

Fresh Maple Kitchen Remodel

Powell Construction

The kitchen is a mix of existing and new cabinets that were made to match. Marmoleum (a natural sheet linoleum) flooring sets the kitchen apart in the home’s open plan. It is also low maintenance and resilient underfoot. Custom stainless steel countertops match the appliances, are low maintenance and are, uhm, stainless!

Cornelio Residence

User

Jon Encarnacion
Photo of a large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, brown splashback, with island, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and grey floor.

White Kitchen with Marble Look Laminate Countertop ~ Akron, OH

Cabinet-S-Top

In this kitchen, Waypoint Maple 650F in Painted Linen with large crown molding was installed. Formica 180x Laminate Calcutta Marble was installed on the countertops. American Concepts Dalton Ridge in Hickkory laminate was installed on the floor.

Matte white

Sussex Kitchen and Bedrooms

Inspiration for a small modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with white cabinets, linoleum floors and no island.

Custom, in-cabinet dish drying rack. Water drips directly into the sink.

Genay Bell Interior Design

Jesse Young Photography A 1920's home gets a brand new kitchen - tearing down to the studs and putting it back together again with a more spacious and functional kitchen.

A Refreshing re-do San Diego Award Winner

Design Studio West

A custom hutch with glass doors and shaker style mullions to the far end of the kitchen creates additional storage for cook books, tea pots and small appliances. One of the drawers is fitted with an electrical outlet and serves as charging station for I-Pads and cell phones.

Westlake Kitchen Remodel

Meier Residential

Meier Residential, LLC
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Austin with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, limestone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, cork floors and with island.

Small Kitchen

Rutt of Los Altos

Dean J. Birinyi Photography
Traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, marble benchtops and cork floors.

Condo Kitchen Update

Mosby Building Arts

The beauty of a pull-and-replace remodel is that it's like a facelift for your kitchen! This update includes all new maple cabinets with a Nutmeg stained finish, Armstrong, Alterna vinyl flooring with Driftwood grout, a SileStone countertop in Tigris Sand and a Laufen Monte Bellow ceramic tile backsplash in Taupe, with 3" accent pieces for a decorative band. This kitchen overlooks a refreshed breakfast room and connects to the garage via a new mudroom. Photo by Toby Weiss for Mosby Building Arts.

Dining room and new stair

RDM Architecture

A kitchen designed to be functional for 2 cooks to work simultaneously.
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Kansas City with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, mosaic tile splashback, cork floors and stainless steel appliances.

Upper Terrace

Nilus Designs

The makeover of a rickety 70’s house on steep lot in Ashbury Heights resulted in a modern light-filled aerie with wide-open expanses of glass capturing views and bringing in natural light. White walls and white terrazo floors allow one to clearly register the changing patterns of the light throughout the day. Balconies on every level connect the spaces to the outdoors, enabling a full immersion into the elements – sun, wind, and fog. Feature elements like the fireplace and kitchen casework were treated like compositional  objects within the space, clad in rich materials like marble, walnut, and cold-rolled steel.

Mismo espacio con un cambio radical

Comodoos Interiores

Una buena distribución de mobiliario y diseño, puede darle mayor capacidad de almacenaje a la cocina. No solo pensar en función y diseño, si no también combinar distintos fondos con los que conseguir ese plus de mobiliario.

Haus of Clay

Fraley and Company

Clayhaus tile, marmoelum floors, panel ready dishwasher, *Big Chill Refrigerator*, and a fully embraced monochromatic color scheme. Schweitzer Creative

Cottage on the Lake

Tailored Spaces, Natalie Spiniolas

Shanna Wolf
Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped separate kitchen in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen with Cork Floors and Linoleum 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!