This small kitchen packs a powerful punch. By replacing an oversized sliding glass door with a 24" cantilever which created additional floor space. We tucked a large Reid Shaw farm sink with a wall mounted faucet into this recess. A 7' peninsula was added for storage, work counter and informal dining. A large oversized window floods the kitchen with light. The color of the Eucalyptus painted and glazed cabinets is reflected in both the Najerine stone counter tops and the glass mosaic backsplash tile from Oceanside Glass Tile, "Devotion" series. All dishware is stored in drawers and the large to the counter cabinet houses glassware, mugs and serving platters. Tray storage is located above the refrigerator. Bottles and large spices are located to the left of the range in a pull out cabinet. Pots and pans are located in large drawers to the left of the dishwasher. Pantry storage was created in a large closet to the left of the peninsula for oversized items as well as the microwave. Additional pantry storage for food is located to the right of the refrigerator in an alcove. Cooking ventilation is provided by a pull out hood so as not to distract from the lines of the kitchen.

Balsam Lake 1

Lands End Development - Designers & Builders

Inspiration for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Sunny Tuscan Inspired Kitchen with Beautiful Bronze Accents

emma delon

This warm and inviting Tuscan inspired kitchen is located in a lovely little neighborhood in Durham, North Carolina. Here, warm cream cabinets are accented beautifully with Cambria Canterbury Quartz countertops, Jerusalem Gold limestone backsplashes, and bronze accents. The stainless steel appliances and Kohler stainless steel Simplice faucet provide a nice contrast to the dark bronze hardware, tile inserts, and light fixtures. The existing breakfast room light fixture, table, and chairs blend beautifully with the new selections in the room. New hardwood floors, finished to match the existing throughout the house, work fabulously with the warm yellow walls. The careful selection of cabinetry storage inserts and brand new pantry storage units make this kitchen a wonderfully functional space and a great place for both family meals and entertaining. copyright 2012 marilyn peryer photography

The Basement Makes a Statement: Pantry

Tamara Day Design

Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Lampeter-Strasburg Kitchen Remodel

McLennan Contracting, Inc.

Kitchen with peninsula, blue cabinets, lvp flooring, quartz cabinets, and stainless steel appliances
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, beige floor and white benchtop.

Маленькая квартира с сауной

Студия дизайна Майи Смирновой STUDIOMAY

Майя Смирнова
This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and black benchtop.

A Little Provence in Santa Fe, NM

MONTGOMERY HOME DESIGN

Photo of a kitchen in Other with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, panelled appliances, brick floors, with island and grey benchtop.

Dreamy White Kitchen in Crownsville

Melissa Sakell, CKBD

This project complete changed the entire first floor of the home and created a whole new layout for the family to live in. To start the wall into the old dining room was taken down and the kitchen was expanded into that room, windows were taken out and two new French doors were put in to open up onto a deck that connect the kitchen and the new dining room space from the outside. A half wall that separated the former eat-in kitchen area and the old kitchen space was also removed to create the new dining room space. The entire back half of the house has been transformed into an entertainers dream space. In the new kitchen two islands were installed to further help the flow of the space and keep the cooking and prepping area separate from the eating and entertaining space. Light and bright finishes along with a little bit of sparkle from the island lights and iridescent back-splash really finish off the space and make it feel special. Photo Credit: Paper Camera

Modern Charm in Highland Park

Glenbrook Remodeling

The kitchen, butler’s pantry, and laundry room uses Arbor Mills cabinetry and quartz counter tops. Wide plank flooring is installed to bring in an early world feel. Encaustic tiles and black iron hardware were used throughout. The butler’s pantry has polished brass latches and cup pulls which shine brightly on black painted cabinets. Across from the laundry room the fully custom mudroom wall was built around a salvaged 4” thick seat stained to match the laundry room cabinets.

Tiny Kitchen

Creative Designs by Sara Pilch

Small traditional galley separate kitchen in St Louis with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors and no island.

English Tudor

Jean Stoffer Design, Ltd

Inspiration for a large arts and crafts l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen Update

Carol's Interior Fashions

ehlen creative communications
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

A beautiful open plan kichen with Marina Oak wood floors designed by Architect M

Hallmark Floors

Marina Oak Ventura in a Rancho Palos Verdes home, sent by Architect Michelle Anaya. The Ventura Engineered Hardwood Floor Collection by Hallmark Floors is a gorgeous feature to add to any home. High vaulted ceilings and a contemporary color palette is a spectacular combination with Photo by Michelle Anaya.

Rustic Contemporary Open Floor Plan in Reston, VA

Schroeder Design/Build, Inc.

The owners of this traditional rambler in Reston wanted to open up their main living areas to create a more contemporary feel in their home. Walls were removed from the previously compartmentalized kitchen and living rooms. Ceilings were raised and kept intact by installing custom metal collar ties. Hickory cabinets were selected to provide a rustic vibe in the kitchen. Dark Silestone countertops with a leather finish create a harmonious connection with the contemporary family areas. A modern fireplace and gorgeous chrome chandelier are striking focal points against the cobalt blue accent walls.

Dream Kitchen

Designs for Living by Wendy, LLC

This is an example of an expansive traditional kitchen in Jacksonville with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, limestone benchtops, porcelain splashback, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Morris County, NJ - Traditional - Kitchen

The Hammer & Nail, Inc.

Morris County, NJ - Traditional - Kitchen Designed by The Hammer & Nail Inc. Photography by Peter Rymwid Luxuriously cool and collected, this transitional masterpiece leaves nothing to be desired. http://thehammerandnail.com #BartLidsky #HNdesigns #KitchenDesign

Wilderness Softened

B.C.D. Interiors

Mike Gullion
Photo of a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback and stainless steel appliances.

North Point, Reston

SK Interiors

Mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped kitchen in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Dallas/ Contemporary

The Kitchen Source

The Kitchen Source, kitchen remodel
Inspiration for a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Kitchen

SweisKloss

This highly customized kitchen was designed to be not only beautiful, but functional as well. The custom cabinetry offers plentiful storage and the built in appliances create a seamless functionality within the space. The choice of caesar stone countertops, mosaic backsplash, and wood cabinetry all work together to create a beautiful kitchen.

Kitchen with Raised-panel Cabinets and Multi-Coloured Splashback 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!