Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige benchtop and brown floor.

Balmain East Residence

Bumph & Scumble Design Centre

Design ideas for a transitional separate kitchen in Sydney with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, metallic splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and timber.

Kitchen Diner Extension London 1930's Semi

The Stratton Interior Collective

Large Kitchen Diner Herringbone Parquet flooring Crittal Style doors
Photo of a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, metallic splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

The Weekender

Nistenhaus Design LLC

This space is the perfect example of the power of paint color. What was once all red (walls, floor, & cabinets hue) is now fresh and neutralized. To balance out the red-toned wood floor, a lighter wall color adds contrast while making the space feel brighter and lighter. Gray lower cabinetry add interest and weight to balance out all the lightness above. Accents of brass warm up the space and modern lighting adds a playful mood.

Grey Buffet Dry Bar

Mid Continent Cabinetry

Maple Jamison door style by Mid Continent Cabinetry painted Flint
Mid-sized transitional single-wall kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with grey cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, mosaic tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, no island and recessed-panel cabinets.

SONOMA TILE MAKERS

Ed Pawlack Tile, Inc.

Photo of a traditional l-shaped kitchen in Orange County with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, metallic splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, granite benchtops, metal splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Countryside Traditional Kitchen - Astro Design - Ottawa

Astro Design Centre

This countryside kitchen includes a beautiful blue statement island, which adds originality to the classic space. The cabinetry is made by Downsview and the design is done through Astro Design Centre in Ottawa Canada. Astro Design, Ottawa DoubleSpace Photography

Pittsburg Kitchen Remodel

Kitchen Studio: Kansas City

Matt Kocourek
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley open plan kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Chicago Net Positive Luxury Home

Kipnis Architecture + Planning

The kitchen has a very large island that wraps over the edge of the cabinet ends. Clerestory windows bring in light above the cabinets. An organic 'branch' inspired series of pendants are set above the dining room table. http://www.kipnisarch.com Cable Photo/Wayne Cable http://selfmadephoto.com

Idaho 550 sq ft FabCab

FabCab

Location: Sand Point, ID. Photos by Marie-Dominique Verdier; built by Selle Valley
Design ideas for a mid-sized country single-wall kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, medium hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

causey kitchen island

PBC Design + Build

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Hale Navy

Thyme & Place Design LLC

The client requested a kitchen that would not only provide a great space to cook and enjoy family meals but one that would fit in with her unique design sense. An avid collector of contemporary art, she wanted something unexpected in her 100-year-old home in both color and finishes but still providing a great layout with improved lighting, storage, and superior cooking abilities. The existing kitchen was in a closed off space trapped between the family room and the living. If you were in the kitchen, you were isolated from the rest of the house. Making the kitchen an integrated part of the home was a paramount request. Step one, remove the wall separating the kitchen from the other rooms in the home which allowed the new kitchen to become an integrated space instead of an isolation room for the cook. Next, we relocated the pantry access which was in the family room to the kitchen integrating a poorly used recess which had become a catch all area which did not provide any usable space for storage or working area. To add valuable function in the kitchen we began by capturing unused "cubbies", adding a walk-in pantry from the kitchen, increasing the storage lost to un-needed drop ceilings and bring light and design to the space with a new large awning window, improved lighting, and combining interesting finishes and colors to reflect the artistic attitude of the client. A bathroom located above the kitchen had been leaking into the plaster ceiling for several years. That along with knob and tube wiring, rotted beams and a brick wall from the back of the fireplace in the adjacent living room all needed to be brought to code. The walls, ceiling and floors in this 100+ year old home were completely out of level and the room’s foot print could not be increased. The choice of a Sub-Zero wolf product is a standard in my kitchen designs. The quality of the product, its manufacturing and commitment to food preservation is the reason I specify Sub Zero Wolf. For the cook top, the integrated line of the contemporary cooktop and the signature red knobs against the navy blue of the cabinets added to the design vibe of the kitchen. The cooking performance and the large continuous grate on the cooktop makes it an obvious choice for a cook looking for a great cook top with professional results in a more streamlined profile. We selected a Sharp microwave drawer for the island, an XO wine refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher and Kitchen Aid double convection wall ovens to round out the appliance package. A recess created by the fireplace was outfitted with a cabinet which now holds small appliances within easy reach of my very petite client. Natural maple accents were used inside all the wall cabinets and repeated on the front of the hood and for the sliding door appliance cabinet and the floating shelves. This allows a brighter interior for the painted cabinets instead of the traditional same interior as exterior finish choice. The was an amazing transformation from the old to the new. The final touches are the honey bronze hardware from Top Knobs, Mitzi pendants from Hudson Valley Lighting group, a fabulous faucet from Brizo. To eliminate the old freestanding bottled water cooler, we specified a matching water filter faucet.

Appartement Haussmanien Paris 9ème

Clémence Jeanjan Décoratrice d'intérieur

Mes clients désiraient des pièces plus ouvertes et une circulation plus fluide entre la cuisine et leur salle à manger. Nous avons donc réunis les deux pièces, changé l'ensemble des meubles de la cuisine et posé un sol esprit carreaux ciment vintage. L'ensemble des menuiseries extérieures ont été changées et sublimées par des stores sur mesure. Côté cuisine, nous avons opté pour des meubles aux lignes pures et une crédence miroir pour apporter de la profondeur. Pour la salle à manger, nous avons conservé les meubles mis en valeur par une suspension légère et moderne.

Leather District Loft

DANE AUSTIN INTERIOR DESIGN Boston & Cambridge

This design scheme blends femininity, sophistication, and the bling of Art Deco with earthy, natural accents. An amoeba-shaped rug breaks the linearity in the living room that’s furnished with a lady bug-red sleeper sofa with gold piping and another curvy sofa. These are juxtaposed with chairs that have a modern Danish flavor, and the side tables add an earthy touch. The dining area can be used as a work station as well and features an elliptical-shaped table with gold velvet upholstered chairs and bubble chandeliers. A velvet, aubergine headboard graces the bed in the master bedroom that’s painted in a subtle shade of silver. Abstract murals and vibrant photography complete the look. Photography by: Sean Litchfield --- Project designed by Boston interior design studio Dane Austin Design. They serve Boston, Cambridge, Hingham, Cohasset, Newton, Weston, Lexington, Concord, Dover, Andover, Gloucester, as well as surrounding areas. For more about Dane Austin Design, click here: https://daneaustindesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://daneaustindesign.com/leather-district-loft

Beautiful modern renovation in Silicon Valley

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Inspiration for a large modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, metallic splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Трехкомнатная квартира для молодой пары

Марина Светлова

Photo of a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, metallic splashback, mosaic tile splashback, no island, brown floor, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and beige benchtop.

Borca di Cadore - Corte delle Dolomiti

Andrea Zanchi Photography

Andrea Zanchi Photography
Design ideas for a modern single-wall kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, medium hardwood floors, no island, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, brown floor and grey benchtop.

White kitchen with clerestory windows

Improva

Inspiration for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, flat-panel cabinets, brown floor, metallic splashback, medium hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Maylands Residence

Tascone Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Perth with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Luxury penthouse on The Strand by Peek Architecture

Alex Maguire Photography

Alex Maguire
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, metallic splashback, metal splashback, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen with Metallic Splashback and Medium Hardwood 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!