Modern apartment fit-out with a new custom-made kitchen finished in a bright vibrant blue. Quartz Worktop completes the look.
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with louvered cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Carlsbad

Select Builders

Photo of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, louvered cabinets, stone slab splashback, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and grey floor.

Elmfield Ave.

OC Home Builders, Inc.

We removed a wall that was in between the living room and the kitchen and created a beautiful flow into this beautiful new kitchen with this dramatically beautiful and functional kitchen island...

Midcentury Modern Kitchen

Quizhpi Carpentry Corp.

Inspiration for a large midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, louvered cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

Kitchen Anaheim Project

Anna Design LLC

Gorgeous kitchen remodel for our Anaheim customer. Beautiful bright white cabinets and large dark island. Perfect combination.
Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, louvered cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Magnolia Crescent in Sea Pines

StoneWorks, Inc.

Another view of the kitchen, showing the "baking" area, right next to the office nook. This compact space is well thought out. Soothing gray cabinets show-off the Sequoia Brown Leathered Brazilian Quartzite countertops.

Kitchen remodel with details

Blues Brothers Construction Inc.

In this Kitchen remodel we went on a more traditional style design: Heavy dark espresso cabinets with dark brass knobs/handles, plain beige quartz counter top with stone tile full backsplash and hand made art tile above the range. under cabinet lights to brighten up the space, ceiling can lights and a few warm pendant lights that keeps the place cozy look and feel among the hardwood floor. we also installed special dark art outlets and switches to accompany that feeling throughout the kitchen

Los Altos Hills Kitchen Remodel, Black Walnut Island, White Cabinets, Quartzite

Bill Fry Construction - Wm. H. Fry Const. Co.

Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, louvered cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood floors.

Contemporary Kitchen

Contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with stainless steel appliances, a double-bowl sink, louvered cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, dark hardwood floors and with island.

kitchen

Earl & Calam Design and Build Ltd

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with an undermount sink, louvered cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Project Photos

FRANCO Multiservices LLC

New Kitchen
Expansive modern l-shaped kitchen pantry in New York with an integrated sink, louvered cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, granite splashback, coloured appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, turquoise benchtop and vaulted.

Awesome Caribbean Inspired Kitchen

Ebstone

Mark Chivers
Mid-sized tropical galley separate kitchen in London with louvered cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, an undermount sink, white splashback and white benchtop.

Tuscan rose and gold quartz kitchen

Puccini Kitchens

The allure of this kitchen begins with the carefully selected palette of Matt Lacquer painted Gin & Tonic and Tuscan Rose. Creating an inviting atmosphere, these warm hues perfectly reflect the light to accentuate the kitchen’s aesthetics. But it doesn't stop there. The walnut slatted feature doors have been perfectly crafted to add depth and character to the space. Intricate patterns within the slats create a sense of movement, inviting the eye to explore the artistry embedded within them and elevating the kitchen to new heights of sophistication. Prepare to be enthralled by the pièce de résistance—the Royal Calacatta Gold quartz worktop. Exuding luxury, with its radiant golden veining cascading across a pristine white backdrop, not only does it serve as a functional workspace, it makes a sophisticated statement. Combining quality materials and finishes via thoughtful design, this kitchen allows our client to enjoy a space which is both aesthetically pleasing and extremely functional. Feeling inspired by this kitchen or looking for more ideas? Visit our projects page today.

Black & White

User

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Ottawa with louvered cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances and linoleum floors.

Palm Springs Historic Ranch Home

Horizon Builders, Inc.

We removed an old outdoor structure and extended the kitchen to make a nice and cozy kitchen area. This older Palm Springs home is in a traditional ranch style home. White Shaker style cabinets with bead board gives this home is original feel. Granite counter tops and mint green backsplash top off the old world style. A 36" oven for cooking those meals for family and friends. A darker plank tile floor set off the white cabinets. The island allows for bar sitting, a perfect way to socialize in this beautiful kitchen.

Dave Estate: Custom Luxury Build & Decor

Interiors by Ria

Welcome to our expansive transitional open concept kitchen, where style and functionality harmoniously converge. The white push-to-open cabinets exude a transitional esthetic, perfectly complementing the stainless-steel appliances. A stunning floor-to-ceiling backsplash adds a touch of elegance, accentuated by the open-faced range hood. The centerpiece of this culinary haven is the vast island, providing ample space for both food preparation and gathering. All set against the backdrop of beautiful hardwood floors, this kitchen is the epitome of timeless charm and functionality, inviting you to create unforgettable culinary experiences.

Drawing Room Blue

Dillons Kitchens & Bedrooms

Classic in-frame kitchen – handpainted in Farrow & Ball Purbeck Stone and Drawing Room Blue on island. 30mm Quartz work surfaces. AEG ovens, hob, Quooker Fusion tap Photography Infinity Media

Grand Canal

Noel Dempsey Design

Modern apartment fit-out with a new custom-made kitchen finished in a bright vibrant blue. Quartz Worktop completes the look.
Mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with louvered cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Your Dream Kitchen

StoneWorks, Inc.

View of the kitchen from the great room, across the over-sized kitchen island. The island is finished in a Brazilian Quartzite called Sea Pearl and has a nice overhang for eating or just to chat during food prep. We also have a roomy farmhouse sink in the island.

Contemporary Farm House

Hayven Design

Small country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, louvered cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen with Louvered Cabinets and Quartzite 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!