Nestled inside a beautiful modernist home that began its charismatic existence in the 70’s, you will find this Cherrybrook Kitchen. The kitchen design emanates warmth, elegance and beauty through the combination of textures, modern lines, luxury appliances and minimalist style. Wood grain and marble textures work together to add detail and character to the space. The paired back colour palette is highlighted by a dark wood grain but softened by the light shelving and flooring, offering depth and sophistication.

Rénovation complete d'un appatement Parisien de 20m2

C&J Créateurs d'Intérieurs

Photo of a small traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, beige cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

A Willow Glen Farmhouse

Thomas James Homes

Inspiration for a country galley kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Willow Glen Modern

Greenhouse Interior Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

The Rambler

George Pendleton & Co., Inc.

Mother-in Law suite, has it own kitchen with ample space for independent living.
Large arts and crafts u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Cherrybrook Kitchen

Dan Kitchens Australia

Willow Glen Modern

Greenhouse Interior Design

Photo of a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

ЖК "Театральный"

K1 Бюро

Просторная кухня-гостиная, со светлой отделкой и яркими, акцентными деталями. Каркас комнаты задается темными балками и выразительной отделкой проемов, в то время как стены комнаты растворяются благодаря своему бело-бежевому цвету. Стилизованные светильники передают и здесь атмосферу востока помогая в этом красивым панно, нарисованным вручную.

Hi-end kitchens

woodberrykitchens

This is an example of an expansive asian u-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, multiple islands, grey floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

Esprit Loft

DEEP Design d'Espace

Inspiration for an industrial u-shaped open plan kitchen in Lyon with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, red splashback, matchstick tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, black benchtop and exposed beam.

Кухня гостиная

Екатерина и Андрей Санниковы | Scandinavi

Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Moscow with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, brown splashback, matchstick tile splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, matchstick tile splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

North Andover, MA Post-War Remodel

Megan Booth, Photographer

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Boston with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Cherrybrook Kitchen

Dan Kitchens Australia

Dark timber joinery with Siemens wall appliances and integrated refrigerator.
Mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Cherrybrook Kitchen

Dan Kitchens Australia

Open plan design.
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Cherrybrook Kitchen

Dan Kitchens Australia

Wide plank lime-washed oak flooring.
Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Cherrybrook Kitchen

Dan Kitchens Australia

Inax Yohen Border tile splashback. Floating oak shelves.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Cherrybrook Kitchen

Dan Kitchens Australia

Handle Detail.
This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Cherrybrook Kitchen

Dan Kitchens Australia

Birds eye view of the Super White Dolomite island and cooktop with integrated downdraft extractor.
Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Kitchen with Matchstick Tile Splashback and Exposed Beam 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!