Large modern galley kitchen in Sunshine Coast with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Custom Design - Kitchen - The Lakes

Blue Heron

Photo of an expansive contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Las Vegas with a drop-in sink, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, beige floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen Appliance Pantry with LED

Improva

An exquisite appliance pantry with bi-fold pocket doors that reveal a beautifully organised interior. The pantry is enhanced by LED strip lighting, strategically placed to illuminate the shelves and provide a warm and inviting ambience. The shelves within the pantry are set back, allowing for efficient storage of various appliances and kitchen essentials. This design choice optimises the use of space, ensuring that items are easily accessible while maintaining a clean and organised aesthetic.

Large Contemporary Family Style Kitchen

PTC Kitchens

Pearl grey concrete kitchen with plain white worktop on breakfast bar, curved seating booth and kitchen sink area. TV mounted in italian Novamobili kitchen wall.

Industrial New York Apartment by the Beach

Revamper Interior Design

This is an example of a small industrial u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, white benchtop and recessed.

Réhabilitation d'un appartement sous les toits - esprit "mini Loft"

Loft 75 - Design & Architecture d'Intérieur

Photo of a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island and white benchtop.

Le Roy Terrace

Michael Cooper Architects

Mark Scowen
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Auckland with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Client Project Design / Build Warner

McLachlan Homes

Mid-sized modern l-shaped kitchen in Brisbane with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor, white benchtop and with island.

Burville House Modern

Kirkham Kitchens

The kitchens for the 4 flats in the brand new, modern, rear block of the development were designed to fit perfectly with the fresh and modern feel throughout the building. A modern, true handleless style was specified throughout, in a neutral, Dove Grey, matt painted finish and paired with Calacatta quartz worktops and top-spec appliances.

Contemporary Kitchen

Photo of a large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, solid surface benchtops, mirror splashback, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Splendid Kitchen Magesty

Lustig Custom Cabinets

Stunning mirrored back splash tile with Cambria's Brittanica quartz. Mandi B Photography
Expansive transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Battersea Painted Shaker Kitchen

Higham Furniture

This beautiful penthouse kitchen in Battersea features a large L-shaped island that also incorporates a large structural pillar. The main kitchen sink is behind the pillar which creates some separation between the washing up area and the dining area. We paneled the pillar with Shaker-style panels that match the kitchen which works as a great place for the TV to be hung. The client does a lot of entertaining, so they have a separate bar area to the left of the kitchen. This kitchen features a large stainless steel Mercury cooker, white quartz worktops, and a mirrored splashback. The tall cabinets are painted in Lamp Black by Little Greene and the other cabinets in the classic French Grey, also by Little Greene.

Large Contemporary Family Style Kitchen

PTC Kitchens

Large contemporary open plan family style kitchen/ living space with curved bespoke seating booth and italian Novamobili kitchen wall with mounted tv.

Lakefront Landing

Betty Wasserman Art & Interiors

This beautiful lakefront New Jersey home is replete with exquisite design. The sprawling living area flaunts super comfortable seating that can accommodate large family gatherings while the stonework fireplace wall inspired the color palette. The game room is all about practical and functionality, while the master suite displays all things luxe. The fabrics and upholstery are from high-end showrooms like Christian Liaigre, Ralph Pucci, Holly Hunt, and Dennis Miller. Lastly, the gorgeous art around the house has been hand-selected for specific rooms and to suit specific moods. Project completed by New York interior design firm Betty Wasserman Art & Interiors, which serves New York City, as well as across the tri-state area and in The Hamptons. For more about Betty Wasserman, click here: https://www.bettywasserman.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.bettywasserman.com/spaces/luxury-lakehouse-new-jersey/

Villiers

Xavier Lemoine Architecture d'Intérieur

Ouverte sur le salon, la cuisine joue un rôle dans l’impression de volume de l’appartement. La crédence en miroir coloris bronze prolonge visuellement la pièce et l’allonge sans capturer trop longuement le regard. Les anciennes portes de l’appartement ont été déposées pour éviter de surcharger visuellement l’espace. Elles sont remplacées par des ouvertures libres, soulignées par des arches grises. Le regard est invité à s’échapper au-delà des limites de la pièce. Il y est même encouragé par l'applique murale noire disposée dans le couloir et centrée sur l'arche. Depuis la cuisine, le regard est attiré par ce seul élément noir de décoration. Le champ visuel s’agrandit et n’est plus limité aux cloisons.

Townhouse Renovation in Dundalk

Hestia

The brief for this project involved a full house renovation, and extension to reconfigure the ground floor layout. To maximise the untapped potential and make the most out of the existing space for a busy family home. When we spoke with the homeowner about their project, it was clear that for them, this wasn’t just about a renovation or extension. It was about creating a home that really worked for them and their lifestyle. We built in plenty of storage, a large dining area so they could entertain family and friends easily. And instead of treating each space as a box with no connections between them, we designed a space to create a seamless flow throughout. A complete refurbishment and interior design project, for this bold and brave colourful client. The kitchen was designed and all finishes were specified to create a warm modern take on a classic kitchen. Layered lighting was used in all the rooms to create a moody atmosphere. We designed fitted seating in the dining area and bespoke joinery to complete the look. We created a light filled dining space extension full of personality, with black glazing to connect to the garden and outdoor living.

An Open-plan Contemporary Country Kitchen By Burlanes

burlanes interiors

It was such a pleasure working with Mr & Mrs Baker to design, create and install the bespoke Wellsdown kitchen for their beautiful town house in Saffron Walden. Having already undergone a vast renovation on the bedrooms and living areas, the homeowners embarked on an open-plan kitchen and living space renovation, and commissioned Burlanes for the works.

House Extension, refurb and loft conversion

Proficiency

This is an example of a transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in London with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, mirror splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Mosman

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

Mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Albert St

McNally Architects

Inspiration for a contemporary galley kitchen in Sydney with white cabinets, with island, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Mirror Splashback and White 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!