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.

Tumbleweed Trail

Blue Horse Building & Design

Blue Horse Building + Design / Architect - alterstudio architecture llp / Photography -James Leasure
Design ideas for a large industrial galley open plan kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, metallic splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, stainless steel appliances, metal splashback and marble benchtops.

MODERN BELGIAN FARMHOUSE, CONNECTICUT

Brooks and Falotico Associates, Inc.

Jane Beiles
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, subway tile splashback and travertine floors.

SHAKESPEARE STREET ALTERATIONS + ADDITIONS

Philip Stejskal Architecture

Scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Perth with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, a double-bowl sink, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, ceramic floors and grey floor.

St James' Drive

David Butler Photography

David Butler
This is an example of a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and a peninsula.

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.

Columbia, TN Custom Home

Noble Johnson Architects

Architecture: Noble Johnson Architects Interior Design: Rachel Hughes - Ye Peddler Photography: Garett + Carrie Buell of Studiobuell/ studiobuell.com
Design ideas for a large transitional galley kitchen pantry in Nashville with an undermount sink, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, mosaic tile splashback, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Rénovation d'une maison type 1930 proche de Lille.

Ronan Cooreman Architecte d'intérieur

Cuisine noire avec piano de cuisson.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Lille with an undermount sink, black cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, white floor, black benchtop and flat-panel cabinets.

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

Craftsman Condo in the City

Liz Murphy Design LLC

Tom Little Photography
Design ideas for a small transitional l-shaped kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Cocina moderna, con isla y muebles color antracita

linea3cocinas

Increíble cocina moderna, en el centro de Madrid. Mezcla de muebles blancos con muebles color antracita, sistema gola. ¡Una isla de 3,40 metros de largo!

PB Kitchen Design Showroom - Geneva, IL

PB Kitchen Design

appliance garage with retractable doors
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, porcelain splashback, with island, grey benchtop, an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Wynkoop – French Country Redesign of Contemporary Home

The Art of Building

This is an example of a large traditional kitchen in New York with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop, granite benchtops and metal splashback.

Modern seamless design

Kitchen Mania

This is an example of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Auckland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Ridgemont Residence

Hsu McCullough

Kitchen from Living Room. Photo by Clark Dugger
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and metallic splashback.

432 Park Avenue - New York

Santucci Group - Italy

Photo of an expansive contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Florence with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, metallic splashback, with island, stainless steel appliances and marble floors.

Beautiful Industrial Style Home

Juan Felipe Goldstein Design Co.

This is an example of a large industrial single-wall open plan kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

#1616 White Birch Cabinets: Driftwood Grey Stain & White Painted Island

EHL Kitchens

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, metallic splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, marble benchtops and grey cabinets.

Penthouse in legno - 150 mq

PAZdesign

Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Milan with stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, metallic splashback, a peninsula, a double-bowl sink and exposed beam.

An Organised, Functional & Modern Kitchen By Burlanes

burlanes interiors

Burlanes were called in to design, create and install a kitchen in a Sevenoaks new build family home. Working from a blank canvas meant we could create a wonderfully organised, functional and beautiful modern kitchen, including all the kitchen must-haves and storage solutions they need to ensure their daily, busy family life runs smoothly.

Kitchen with Metallic Splashback and Stainless Steel Appliances 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!