Inspiration for a small country galley kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, beige benchtop and wood.

The Moorelands

Broadway Design

Inspiration for a traditional open plan kitchen in Seattle with glass-front cabinets, beige cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Oak Kitchen Makeover

Designs by BSB

The clients believed the peninsula footprint was required due to the unique entry points from the hallway leading to the dining room and the foyer. The new island increases storage, counters and a more pleasant flow of traffic from all directions. The biggest challenge was trying to make the structural beam that ran perpendicular to the space work in a new design; it was off center and difficult to balance the cabinetry and functional spaces to work with it. In the end it was decided to increase the budget and invest in moving the header in the ceiling to achieve the best design, esthetically and funcationlly. Specific storage designed to meet the clients requests include: - pocket doors at counter tops for everyday appliances - deep drawers for pots, pans and Tupperware - island includes designated zone for baking supplies - tall and shallow pantry/food storage for easy access near island - pull out spice near cooking - tray dividers for assorted baking pans/sheets, cutting boards and numerous other serving trays - cutlery and knife inserts and built in trash/recycle bins to keep things organized and convenient to use, out of sight - custom design hutch to hold various, yet special dishes and silverware Elements of design chosen to meet the clients wishes include: - painted cabinetry to lighten up the room that lacks windows and give relief/contrast to the expansive wood floors - monochromatic colors throughout give peaceful yet elegant atmosphere o stained island provides interest and warmth with wood, but still unique in having a different stain than the wood floors – this is repeated in the tile mosaic backsplash behind the rangetop - punch of fun color used on hutch for a unique, furniture feel - carefully chosen detailed embellishments like the tile mosaic, valance toe boards, furniture base board around island, and island pendants are traditional details to not only the architecture of the home, but also the client’s furniture and décor. - Paneled refrigerator minimizes the large appliance, help keeping an elegant feel Superior cooking equipment includes a combi-steam oven, convection wall ovens paired with a built-in refrigerator with interior air filtration to better preserve fresh foods. Photography by Gregg Willett

French Country

Harry Gandy Howle & Associates PA

Photo of an eat-in kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Фотосъемка интерьера квартиры на Фрунзенской набережной для AD

MARION STUDIO

Дизайнер - Маргарита Мельникова. Стилист - Дарья Соболева. Фотограф - Сергей Красюк.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Moscow with an integrated sink, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, marble floors, with island, white floor, raised-panel cabinets and beige benchtop.

Квартира на профсоюзной

PUUSTELLI MOSCOW

Mid-sized scandinavian separate kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, glass tile splashback, painted wood floors, no island, beige floor, multi-coloured splashback, panelled appliances and beige benchtop.

Classic Condo Makeover

Troico

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, brown floor, beige benchtop, granite benchtops, stone tile splashback and painted wood floors.

FALAISe - un pied à la mer

maéma architectes

This is an example of a large beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Beatiful Kitchen Remodel That is The Jewel of the Home in Fairfax Station VA

Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes

Design ideas for a large contemporary kitchen in DC Metro with medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and beige benchtop.

Кухня в городе Железнодорожный

EVA_DESIGN

This is an example of a small contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Moscow with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, no island, beige floor, beige benchtop and multi-coloured splashback.

Hillandale

Sunstone Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, black appliances, a peninsula, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, ceramic splashback, slate floors and beige benchtop.

Rodgers Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Traditional White and Black Kitchen
Large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with raised-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and beige benchtop.

A Lasting Impression

Mauricio Nava Design, LLC

Large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchen remodel with details

Blues Brothers Construction Inc.

In this Kitchen remodel we went on a more traditional style design: Heavy dark espresso cabinets with dark brass knobs/handles, plain beige quartz counter top with stone tile full backsplash and hand made art tile above the range. under cabinet lights to brighten up the space, ceiling can lights and a few warm pendant lights that keeps the place cozy look and feel among the hardwood floor. we also installed special dark art outlets and switches to accompany that feeling throughout the kitchen

Vero Beach Coastal Makeover

RCL Development

Inspiration for a beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop and matchstick tile splashback.

Contemporary Oak Stained Kitchen

Tulip

Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Cornwall with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Commerce Island Residence

TR Design Group "The" Residential Design Group

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor, beige benchtop, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Kitchen-Great Room Remodel

HomeSource Builders

This ranch-style home needed updating. The load bearing wall that had separated the kitchen from the living room was removed to make way for a larger kitchen with a breakfast bar island and new lighting, and bring in the view out the back windows. New, floor-to-ceiling dining room cabinets with a wet bar were added to cover one wall.

Hacienda Ranch House

C-Reese Architectural Design

This is an example of a mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, orange floor and beige benchtop.

Outdoor Kitchen Entertaining - Grand Ledge, MI

McDaniels Kitchen and Bath

Just in time for the 4th of July, this amazing outdoor kitchen design is the perfect place for all your outdoor summer entertaining. The Danver stainless steel kitchen cabinets are customized for an outdoor living space, and are paired with granite countertops and stone and brick accents. Two arched alcoves house additional storage and work space, one with decorative open shelves and dish storage and the other with a keg area and large television. Each alcove is equipped with roll up doors to protect them during the winter. The beautiful cooking area includes Sub Zero Wolf appliances and a dining space that overlooks a private pond and swimming pool. You will never want to leave this space all summer long!

Kitchen with Multi-Coloured Splashback and Beige 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!