Inspiration for a transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop, exposed beam and vaulted.

Stonebridge Residence

Beard + Riser Architects

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped kitchen in Jackson with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, brick floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop and wood.

Treetop

Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects, Inc.

Our client, with whom we had worked on a number of projects over the years, enlisted our help in transforming her family’s beloved but deteriorating rustic summer retreat, built by her grandparents in the mid-1920’s, into a house that would be livable year-‘round. It had served the family well but needed to be renewed for the decades to come without losing the flavor and patina they were attached to. The house was designed by Ruth Adams, a rare female architect of the day, who also designed in a similar vein a nearby summer colony of Vassar faculty and alumnae. To make Treetop habitable throughout the year, the whole house had to be gutted and insulated. The raw homosote interior wall finishes were replaced with plaster, but all the wood trim was retained and reused, as were all old doors and hardware. The old single-glazed casement windows were restored, and removable storm panels fitted into the existing in-swinging screen frames. New windows were made to match the old ones where new windows were added. This approach was inherently sustainable, making the house energy-efficient while preserving most of the original fabric. Changes to the original design were as seamless as possible, compatible with and enhancing the old character. Some plan modifications were made, and some windows moved around. The existing cave-like recessed entry porch was enclosed as a new book-lined entry hall and a new entry porch added, using posts made from an oak tree on the site. The kitchen and bathrooms are entirely new but in the spirit of the place. All the bookshelves are new. A thoroughly ramshackle garage couldn’t be saved, and we replaced it with a new one built in a compatible style, with a studio above for our client, who is a writer.

Canal de l'Ourcq

Agence Olivia Clor

Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, brown benchtop, flat-panel cabinets and multi-coloured floor.

Joffre

SINGER BIEDER Architecture

Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Paris with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

42 m2 coloré

Emilie Melin architecte DPLG

Small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, terrazzo floors, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Luxury bespoke kitchen with tiled floor & walls

JNJ Building Services Ltd

Transitional galley kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

LE PERCHE

Archidesigners

Country l-shaped kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, black appliances, with island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Un pied à terre au 7e ciel

Prisca Pellerin Architecture & Intérieur

Cuisine - une implantation en U pour cette cuisine IKEA KUNGSBACKA noir mat, placée sous la fenêtre de toit apportant lumière et plus de hauteur sous plafond. © Hugo Hébrard - www.hugohebrard.com

Rénovation totale pour un magnifique appartement du 18ème !

Mon Concept Habitation

Stéphane Vasco
This is an example of a small modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Rénovation totale pour un magnifique appartement du 18ème !

Mon Concept Habitation

Stéphane Vasco
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop, terra-cotta splashback and cement tiles.

Country Style Kitchen

Sussex Kitchen Designs

Inspiration for a small traditional u-shaped kitchen in Sussex with white cabinets, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, brown benchtop, shaker cabinets, wood benchtops, coloured appliances and multi-coloured floor.

Audrey et Romain

Charlotte Fequet

Design Charlotte Féquet Photos Laura Jacques
Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, cement tiles, no island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Студия 38м2 в стиле лофт для сдачи в аренду

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Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Moscow with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, white appliances, a peninsula, brown benchtop and multi-coloured floor.

Urban Kitchen

SOD Home Group

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Forest Green - Harvey Reno

MMI Design

These clients retained MMI to assist with a full renovation of the 1st floor following the Harvey Flood. With 4 feet of water in their home, we worked tirelessly to put the home back in working order. While Harvey served our city lemons, we took the opportunity to make lemonade. The kitchen was expanded to accommodate seating at the island and a butler's pantry. A lovely free-standing tub replaced the former Jacuzzi drop-in and the shower was enlarged to take advantage of the expansive master bathroom. Finally, the fireplace was extended to the two-story ceiling to accommodate the TV over the mantel. While we were able to salvage much of the existing slate flooring, the overall color scheme was updated to reflect current trends and a desire for a fresh look and feel. As with our other Harvey projects, our proudest moments were seeing the family move back in to their beautifully renovated home.

Cotswolds Cottage

Imperfect Interiors

We added chequerboard floor tiles, wall lights, a zellige tile splash back, a white Shaker kitchen and dark wooden worktops to our Cotswolds Cottage project. Interior Design by Imperfect Interiors Armada Cottage is available to rent at www.armadacottagecotswolds.co.uk

Rénovation totale RdC Paris XV

Desjoconception

Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall kitchen in Paris with black cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, no island, shaker cabinets, black appliances, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

scandinavian mist

Ира Носова

Design ideas for a scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Moscow with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, no island, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop and white appliances.

Apartment Designed By Whitespace Designs- Ganesh Nair

Shamanth Patil Photography

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley kitchen in Bengaluru with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, no island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Kitchen with Multi-Coloured Floor and Brown 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!