Tournant le dos à la terrasse malgré la porte-fenêtre qui y menait, l’agencement de la cuisine de ce bel appartement marseillais ne convenait plus aux propriétaires. La porte-fenêtre a été déplacée de façon à se retrouver au centre de la façade. Une fenêtre simple l’a remplacée, ce qui a permis d’installer l’évier devant et de profiter ainsi de la vue sur la terrasse.. Dissimulés derrière un habillage en plaqué chêne, le frigo et les rangements ont été rassemblés sur le mur opposé. C’est le contraste entre le papier peint à motifs et la brillance des zelliges qui apporte couleurs et fantaisie à cette cuisine devenue bien plus fonctionnelle pour une grande famille !. Photos © Lisa Martens Carillo

Puttenham Traditional Shaker Kitchen

Higham Furniture

This kitchen had a small alcove at the back of the space as you walk through to the rest of the house and we came up with this clever breakfast and coffee station. This allows the family to make their coffee and not be in anyone's way in the kitchen. And with a large coffee machine like this, it does not take up any precious worktop space in the main kitchen area. The tongue & groove back panel adds a traditional touch whilst the single spotlight lights up an otherwise dark alcove.

Réhabilitation d'un appartement Haussmanien

Emmanuelle LEGO Architecte CFAI Maître d'Oeuvre

Photo of a kitchen in Paris with terrazzo benchtops, mirror splashback, terra-cotta floors and white benchtop.

Vista dall'alto

Dr-Z Architects

Lo stile di questo spazio è determinato dalla ricchezza di colori e materiali diversi che comunicano allegria e spensieratezza, l'ideale per una casa di giovani!

Granary kitchen

Pewsey Vale Cabinet Makers

Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Wiltshire with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback, terra-cotta floors and with island.

Sotheby Vine House

Edwards Rensen Architects

Tim Crocker
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances and terra-cotta floors.

SUR LES HAUTEURS DU PERE LACHAISE

Estelle Chevallier Architecture Intérieure

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Paris with wood benchtops, mirror splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors and red floor.

Granary kitchen

Pewsey Vale Cabinet Makers

Photo of a large traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Wiltshire with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback, terra-cotta floors and with island.

Cuisine sur mesure

P.7 architecture

La cuisine sur mesure rénovée incarne l'élégance intemporelle et le raffinement authentique. Les matériaux choisis avec soin, tels que le marbre, le bois et les tomettes, fusionnent harmonieusement pour créer un espace à la fois fonctionnel et esthétique. • Le marbre, symbole de luxe et d'élégance, se déploie majestueusement sur les plans de travail et le dosseret, apportant une touche de sophistication à l'ensemble. • Le bois, chaleureux et authentique, est mis en valeur dans les armoires et les étagères sur mesure. Son grain unique et sa patine naturelle confèrent une ambiance rustique et accueillante à la cuisine, tout en offrant une durabilité et une fonctionnalité incomparables. • Les tomettes, traditionnelles et intemporelles, revêtent le sol de la cuisine, apportant une touche de caractère et d'histoire à l'espace. Leurs nuances chaudes et leur texture artisanale ajoutent de la profondeur et de la personnalité à l'ensemble, créant un contraste subtil avec les matériaux plus sophistiqués. Chaque détail de cette cuisine sur mesure a été pensé pour offrir une expérience utilisateur exceptionnelle. Les prises de main, fabriquées sur mesure, ajoutent une touche finale de sophistication et de praticité. L'agencement sur mesure de la cuisine maximise l'utilisation de l'espace tout en offrant une fluidité ergonomique. Chaque élément est pensé dans les moindres détails, des rangements ingénieux aux équipements haut de gamme, pour répondre aux besoins modernes tout en préservant le charme intemporel de l'architecture d'intérieur.

Puttenham Traditional Shaker Kitchen

Higham Furniture

Our challenge was to create symmetry in this large kitchen and dining space. With the exposed beams above, we knew that we wanted to center the chimney and AGA between them. One side of the chimney has two wall units, whilst the other has just one, but with the island lining up with the back run, the design works well and has good balance. The antique mirror splashback brings in more light, whilst the terracotta tiles add warmth.

SUR LES HAUTEURS DU PERE LACHAISE

Estelle Chevallier Architecture Intérieure

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, wood benchtops, mirror splashback, terra-cotta floors and red floor.

CASA NG-vista della CUCINA ad isola

AT+C

CASA NG - Photographer _ Chiara Arturo
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, white floor and grey benchtop.

Rénovation d'un appartement Haussmanien

Emmanuelle LEGO Architecte CFAI Maître d'Oeuvre

Photo of a kitchen in Paris with terrazzo benchtops, mirror splashback, terra-cotta floors, white floor and white benchtop.

Rénovation d'un appartement Haussmanien

Emmanuelle LEGO Architecte CFAI Maître d'Oeuvre

This is an example of a kitchen in Paris with white cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, mirror splashback, terra-cotta floors and white benchtop.

Granary kitchen

Pewsey Vale Cabinet Makers

This is an example of a large traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Wiltshire with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback, terra-cotta floors and with island.

Granary kitchen

Pewsey Vale Cabinet Makers

Granary kitchen

Pewsey Vale Cabinet Makers

Large traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Wiltshire with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback, terra-cotta floors and with island.

Sotheby Vine House

Edwards Rensen Architects

Tim Crocker
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances and terra-cotta floors.

Granary kitchen

Pewsey Vale Cabinet Makers

SUR LES HAUTEURS DU PERE LACHAISE

Estelle Chevallier Architecture Intérieure

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, wood benchtops, mirror splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors and red floor.

Kitchen with Mirror Splashback and Terra-cotta 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!