This kitchen design features double islands; each with its own purpose: One island is for cooking, baking and prep, and the other for entertaining and everyday informal family meals. Also included in the new design is a desk area, a dry bar, and a custom pantry.

Modern French Provincial

Kristin Hoaglund Design

This beautiful French Provincial home is set on 10 acres, nestled perfectly in the oak trees. The original home was built in 1974 and had two large additions added; a great room in 1990 and a main floor master suite in 2001. This was my dream project: a full gut renovation of the entire 4,300 square foot home! I contracted the project myself, and we finished the interior remodel in just six months. The exterior received complete attention as well. The 1970s mottled brown brick went white to completely transform the look from dated to classic French. Inside, walls were removed and doorways widened to create an open floor plan that functions so well for everyday living as well as entertaining. The white walls and white trim make everything new, fresh and bright. It is so rewarding to see something old transformed into something new, more beautiful and more functional.

Ocean View

OLSON LEWIS + Architects

This Oceanside home, built to take advantage of majestic rocky views of the North Atlantic, incorporates outside living with inside glamor. Sunlight streams through the large exterior windows that overlook the ocean. The light filters through to the back of the home with the clever use of over sized door frames with transoms, and a large pass through opening from the kitchen/living area to the dining area. Retractable mosquito screens were installed on the deck to create an outdoor- dining area, comfortable even in the mid summer bug season. Photography: Greg Premru

Warm & Inviting Traditional Kitchen

JACK ROSEN CUSTOM KITCHENS

This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a single-bowl sink, granite benchtops, grey splashback, dark hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Modern Masterpiece Home

Pacific Coast Custom Design

Unique expansive modern kitchen features 3 different cabinet finishes, beautiful porcelain countertops with waterfall edges. 2 massive islands fill the center of this large kitchen. High-end built-in appliances add to the luxury of the space.

RESIDENTIAL PROJECT

Steele Street Studios

Transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors and multiple islands.

Wood and High Gloss Contemporary Kitchen

Cabinet Innovations

Full view of this stunning contemporary Wood-Mode kitchen with heavy moulding throuhout. Perimeter cabinets feature the Vanguard Plus door style on Plain Sawn Walnut. Both islands feature the Vanguard MDF door style with the Gloss Nordic White finish. Island tops are Snow White by Zodiiaq; Bar island features a Walnut wood top by Grothouse Lumber. Cooktop wall features the Kashmir White Granite top with the Cubica Blanco backsplash by Porcelanosa. Flooring by Porcelanosa in Rapid Gris. All appliances are SubZero Wolf. All pictures are copyright Wood-Mode. For promotional use only.

Custom Design - Kitchen - Ora

Blue Heron

Photo of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in San Diego with a single-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, glass sheet splashback, multiple islands, beige floor and white benchtop.

Stylish Carmel Kitchen Transformation

Corinthian Fine Homes

This homeowner came to us with her basic design ready for us to execute for her kitchen, but also asked us to design and update her entry, sunroom and fireplace. Her kitchen was 80’s standard builder grade cabinetry and laminate countertops and she had a knee wall separating her kitchen from the family room. We removed that wall and installed a custom cabinetry buffet to complement the cabinetry of the kitchen, allowing for access from all sides. We removed a desk area in the kitchen and converted it to a closed organization station complete with a charging station for phones and computers. Calcutta Quartzite countertops were used throughout and continued seamlessly up the walls as a backsplash to create a wow factor. We converted a closet into a pantry cabinet, and new stainless appliances, including a microwave drawer completed this renovation. Additionally, we updated her sunroom by removing the “popcorn” textured ceiling and gave it a fresh updated coat of paint. We installed 12x24 tile floor giving the room a simple classic transformation. Finally, we renewed the fireplace area, by building a custom mantle and adding wood paneling and trim to soften the marble fireplace face and a simple coat of paint in the entry and a new chandelier brought a lighter and fresher impact upon entering the home.

Easton New Construction

Blueprint Dreams LLC

Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Contemporary Kitchen Style

The Kitchen Design Center of Maryland

Miles Bright, Elizabeth Cecchetti
Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Baltimore with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and multiple islands.

Villa Bella

McRoberts Interiors, Inc.

Photo of a large transitional eat-in kitchen in Miami with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors and multiple islands.

Coastal Maine Kitchen

Ginger Woods Design

Crown Point Cabinetry
Inspiration for an arts and crafts single-wall eat-in kitchen in Portland Maine with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Double Island Kitchen, Double Island

Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly, Inc. (CKD, CBD, CR)

Inspiration for a large transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Contemporary by the beach

Robert Paige Cabinetry LLC

Photos by William Quarles Designed by Interior Consultations Built by Robert Paige Cabinetry Architect Tyler Smyth
Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Charleston with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, panelled appliances, granite benchtops, glass tile splashback, multiple islands, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Modern Classic Double Island Kitchen

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

We love the way the hood blends into the surrounding cabinetry.
Design ideas for a large transitional eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, panelled appliances, multiple islands, white benchtop, grey splashback, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Modern Bathroom And Kitchen

Reno Maryland

Large modern kitchen pantry in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Talis Park, Prato Way, Custom Home

Harwick Homes

Amber Frederiksen Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors and multiple islands.

A Charleston Update

Pulliam Morris Interiors

Inspiration for an expansive traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Charlotte with a single-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Kitchen

Carlos Delgado Architect

Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands and a single-bowl sink.

Kitchen with a Single-bowl Sink and multiple Islands 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!