Mid-sized modern u-shaped separate kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, no island and grey benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

Kowalske Kitchen & Bath

Creating a space to entertain was the top priority in this Mukwonago kitchen remodel. The homeowners wanted seating and counter space for hosting parties and watching sports. By opening the dining room wall, we extended the kitchen area. We added an island and custom designed furniture-style bar cabinet with retractable pocket doors. A new awning window overlooks the backyard and brings in natural light. Many in-cabinet storage features keep this kitchen neat and organized. Bar Cabinet The furniture-style bar cabinet has retractable pocket doors and a drop-in quartz counter. The homeowners can entertain in style, leaving the doors open during parties. Guests can grab a glass of wine or make a cocktail right in the cabinet. Outlet Strips Outlet strips on the island and peninsula keeps the end panels of the island and peninsula clean. The outlet strips also gives them options for plugging in appliances during parties. Modern Farmhouse Design The design of this kitchen is modern farmhouse. The materials, patterns, color and texture define this space. We used shades of golds and grays in the cabinetry, backsplash and hardware. The chevron backsplash and shiplap island adds visual interest. Custom Cabinetry This kitchen features frameless custom cabinets with light rail molding. It’s designed to hide the under cabinet lighting and angled plug molding. Putting the outlets under the cabinets keeps the backsplash uninterrupted. Storage Features Efficient storage and organization was important to these homeowners. We opted for deep drawers to allow for easy access to stacks of dishes and bowls. Under the cooktop, we used custom drawer heights to meet the homeowners’ storage needs. A third drawer was added next to the spice drawer rollout. Narrow pullout cabinets on either side of the cooktop for spices and oils. The pantry rollout by the double oven rotates 90 degrees. Other Updates Staircase – We updated the staircase with a barn wood newel post and matte black balusters Fireplace – We whitewashed the fireplace and added a barn wood mantel and pilasters.

Twickenham Kitchen

Brayer Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Virginia Country Club

Benedict August

Inspiration for an expansive midcentury l-shaped kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Woodland

Tommy Daspit Photographer

Kitchen of modern luxury farmhouse in Pass Christian Mississippi photographed for Watters Architecture by Birmingham Alabama based architectural and interiors photographer Tommy Daspit.

Claremont

son & son architects

Photo of a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Perth with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and grey benchtop.

Legacy at Silverleaf

AFT Construction

Roehner Ryan
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Full Home Update in Cardozo, Washington, DC

Four Brothers Design + Build

The kitchen is anchored by a large center island featuring an over-sized stainless steel farmhouse apron sink by Kerr, contrasted by a slender, single-lever faucet by Dornbracht. Accenting the cabinets are a custom combination of brass and steel pulls by Buster+Punch, pairing well with staple brushed steel appliances from Sub-Zero and Wolf. Lighting is from the Waldorf Collection by Lambert & Fils and showcases photography from the homeowner’s own private collection. The kitchen is framed by black steel windows and doors by Euroline, and a fully motorized solar shade from The Shade Store which materializes from the ceiling for privacy (and mornings).

Perkins Kitchen Remodel

Dream Home Builders and Remodelers

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Harvard 5 Kitchen

Homestead Kitchens

Design ideas for a country l-shaped kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, granite benchtops, marble splashback, panelled appliances, with island, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Blackburn Ave

Form Collective

Christina Faminoff
Photo of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Complete Kitchen Remodel

Nicky Percival Limited

Janet Penny
Mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Sussex with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

The Pioneer Hotel

Studio West

james ray spahn
Country l-shaped kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Putney Victorian House

Brayer Design

Shaker kitchen cabinets in 'French Grey' by Little Greene. Statuario grey composite marble worktops, splashback and island. Copper bulb pendant island lighting with matching copper handles for the kitchen cabinets in traditional cup and knob designs. Waterfall countertop island design with integrated sink and breakfast bar stool seating. Photography by Nick Smith

Elegant Painted Shaker Kitchen

Dickinson Cabinetry

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Karen's home

2e Architects

Bill McAllen
Photo of an expansive country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Baltimore with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

San Carlos Treetop

Cathie Hong Interiors

What started as a kitchen and two-bathroom remodel evolved into a full home renovation plus conversion of the downstairs unfinished basement into a permitted first story addition, complete with family room, guest suite, mudroom, and a new front entrance. We married the midcentury modern architecture with vintage, eclectic details and thoughtful materials.

Turramurra Kitchen

Dan Kitchens Australia

Unashamedly and distinctly green would be the first impression of this shaker style kitchen. This kitchen reflects the owners desire for something unique whilst still being luxurious. Well appointed with a honed calacatta marble island benchtop, stainless steel benchtop with welded in sink, premium Sub-Zero refrigerator and a large Wolf Upright Oven.

高槻の家（takatsuki hause）

ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツデザインオフィス)

This is an example of a mid-sized asian single-wall open plan kitchen in Osaka with an undermount sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and wallpaper.

Russian Hill view property

EAG Studio

Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen with Marble Splashback and Grey Benchtop 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!