Design ideas for a large mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island and white floor.

Interior Design Scheme and Sensitive Extension to Regency Property

Lathams

As part of a full interior design package, Lathams designed a modern shaker style kitchen for this regency style property in Hampstead.
Photo of a large contemporary galley separate kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, brick floors, no island and grey benchtop.

Victorian Estate

Ashby Collective

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Houston with beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor, multi-coloured benchtop, coffered and a farmhouse sink.

Pound Ridge Residence

Abelow Sherman Architects LLC

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, metallic splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, brick floors, with island and red floor.

Mrs Custard's House

Mustard Architects

Kitchen looking to garden. Photograph © Tim Crocker
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, brick floors, no island, black floor, an undermount sink and black appliances.

Green Brick Herringbone Kitchen Floor

Fireclay Tile

Designed by Sarah Sherman Samuel
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, green floor and green benchtop.

Kitchen-Living Portfolio

Ziebart Construction

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor and black benchtop.

French Country ASID Showcase - Notre Belle Maison

Wyrick Residential Design

Miro Dvorscak Peterson Homebuilders, Inc. Stylized Interiors
This is an example of a large eclectic u-shaped separate kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors and grey floor.

Southwest Influenced White Kitchen

Kitchen Studio

Diane Wandmaker
Inspiration for a mid-sized l-shaped open plan kitchen in Albuquerque with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen in Tribeca Apartment, New York NY

Arsight

Discover a culinary paradise in this kitchen in Tribeca, New York, impeccably designed by Arsight. Custom shelving holds a collection of thoughtfully selected accessories, offset by black kitchen hardware. The delicate dance of light from pendant lamps illuminates the rich chevron flooring and skilled woodwork. Central to the room is a grand marble kitchen island, harmoniously blending with the exquisite marble backsplash to create a refined canvas for culinary creativity.

Range top with a two tone island hood

Delicious Kitchens & Interiors, LLC

The custom kitchen features hand wiped glazed cabinets for the perimeter and a large central island with a sink and range top. The faucets are by Waterstone and include a deck mounted pot-filler. The brick floor is installed in a herringbone pattern and the glass front fireplace at the right separates the dining room from the kitchen. Photography by Great Island Photography

Leglue Home

Millwork Supply

This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island and brown floor.

Mrs Custard's House

Mustard Architects

Kitchen looking to garden. Photograph © Tim Crocker
Design ideas for a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, brick floors, no island and black floor.

Southwest Influenced White Kitchen

Kitchen Studio

Diane Wandmaker
Mid-sized l-shaped open plan kitchen in Albuquerque with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchens, Bathrooms, Etc

D & D Kitchen Center

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional separate kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, brick floors, with island and red floor.

Mrs Custard's House

Mustard Architects

Integrated cat flap in kitchen joinery. Photograph © Tim Crocker
Photo of a single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, brick floors, no island and black floor.

Green Brick Herringbone Kitchen Floor

Fireclay Tile

Designed by Sarah Sherman Samuel
Large contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, green floor and green benchtop.

Mrs Custard's House

Mustard Architects

Integrated cat flap in kitchen joinery. Photograph © Tim Crocker
This is an example of a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, brick floors, no island and black floor.

Waring

Alair | Cason Graye Homes

Large mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island and white floor.

Attico a Trastevere - Cucina e zona pranzo

Leonori Architetti

Photo of a large contemporary galley kitchen in Rome with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, brick floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen with Marble Splashback and Brick 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!